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On the adventurous path through the real and virtual worlds of life. Just one travellers honest and unfiltered perspectives of the worlds around us.
Gaming on the canals: A niche concept idea for a traditionally British pastime.

Something a little different today as we imagine ‘What if?’ and consider an original concept idea for a video game based on sailing the canals of Great Britain

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November 20, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Star Trek: Khan - Episode 5 'Imagination's Limits' Review

A review of imaginations limits, featuring the return of Captain Sulu, the destruction of Ceti Alpha VI and a new alien species.

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Star Trek: Khan – Episode 5 ‘Imagination’s Limits’ Review
A review of Star Trek: Khan Episode 5 ‘Imagination’s Limit’s. Featuring the return of Captain Sulu, the destruction of Ceti Alpha Vi and a new alien species. A lot to look back on…
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November 18, 2025 at 9:28 AM
23 Years Later, Baldur’s Gate II Still Sits on My Shelf (and in My Thoughts) - #LoveYourBacklog

A nostalgic look back at this particular game I first brought back in 2001, that continues to entertain and delight over two decades later.

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23 Years Later, Baldur’s Gate II Still Sits on My Shelf (and in My Thoughts) – #LoveYourBacklog
A nostalgic look back at the video game Baldur’s Gate 2, a release I first purchased all the way back in 2001, that continues to intrigue and provide enjoyment over two decades later.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Star Trek: Khan - Episode 4 'Magic Thinking' Review

A review of the next episode of Star Trek Khan introducing a sinister new threat about the Ceti Alpha V eels.

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Star Trek: Khan – Episode 4 ‘Magic Thinking’ Review
A review of Star Trek: Khan – Episode 4 ‘Magic Thinking’ Review. A fast paced episode that is high on action and romance revealing a new threat about the eels on Ceti Alpha V.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:19 AM
London Levels Up: Nintendo’s Pop-Up Store Delivers a Dose of Joy-Con Magic

A review of the Nintendo pop up store running in the capital from 27th October - 16th November at Westfield Shopping Centre.

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November 6, 2025 at 6:42 AM
Star Trek: Khan - Episode: 2 'Scheherazade' - Review

A review of the second episode of the new scripted series Star Trek Khan

A month after their exile, Khan leads the augments and survivors into the jungle.

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Star Trek: Khan – Episode: 2 ‘Scheherazade’ – Review
A review of the scripted series podcast Star Trek Khan episode 2 – ‘Scheherazade’. A month after the first episode ‘Paradise’, Khan leads a small party into the jungle…
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October 28, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Italian Adventures: Chapter Three - Enjoying a wealth of history in Rome.

Our fourth destination on our Grand Tour of Italy took us to the Eternal City of Rome.

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Italian Adventures: Chapter Three – Enjoying a wealth of history in Rome.
Our fourth destination on our Grand Tour of Italy took us to the Eternal City of Rome. Bristling with history and culture, creating new memories and impressions.
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October 26, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Star Trek: Khan - Episode 1: Paradise - Review

A review of the first episode of the new Star Trek scripted podcast series Star Trek Khan, ‘Paradise’.

A new chapter in the story of one of Star Trek’s greatest villains during his time in exile.

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Star Trek: Khan – Episode 1: Paradise – Review
A new scripted series Podcast Star Trek Khan was released on September 8th 2025 exploring the period of exile of one of Star Trek’s greatest villains. A review of Episode One: Paradise.
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October 21, 2025 at 5:32 AM
The Italian Grand Tour adventure begins on a Friday night in London, departing from St Pancras and arriving in France.

Three days exploring two wonderful cities in two different countries, Paris and Milan.

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October 19, 2025 at 5:30 AM
The Italian Grand Tour adventure begins on a Friday night in London, departing from St Pancras and arriving in France.

Three days exploring two wonderful cities in two different countries, Paris and Milan.

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Italian Adventures: Chapter One – Memories of Paris and a stop in Milan
A two week adventure travelling through Tuscany by train. Starting our vacation by Eurostar in Paris, spending two days in the French capital before travelling through the Alps into Milan.
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October 19, 2025 at 5:28 AM
Drag Me To Hell - and why it irritates me 16 years later

Reflecting on the morality of the 2009 horror film Drag Me To Hell and contemplating whether the director went in the wrong direction with the films conclusion.

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Drag Me To Hell – and why it irritates me 16 years later
A perspective piece on the morality of the central premise of the 2009 horror film ‘drag me to hell’ where a bank employee is cursed to damnation for doing her job.
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October 16, 2025 at 5:27 AM
After a weeks rest fighting a bout of Covid, back out and about this morning before work getting some miles to shake the cobwebs off.

Always love this stretch of the Grand Union Canal in the morning around sunrise.
September 25, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Wandering the Yorkshire Dales: Exploring the Scenic Settings of All Creatures Great and Small

Two days exploring the Yorkshire Dales and the world of All Creatures Great and Small.

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September 9, 2025 at 6:50 AM
Castles and Ruins: Preserved history and the allure of what might have been

Contemplating the appeal of castles and stately homes and the allure of ruins to imagine the past around you.

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August 28, 2025 at 5:21 AM
Challenging the optimism of the Star Trek universe - Reflecting on the announcement of Across The Unknown and Infection.

How two new titles from Gamescom are shaking up the vision of hope & optimism with a survivalist and horror narrative style.

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Challenging the optimism of the Star Trek universe – Reflecting on the announcement of Across The Unknown and Infection
An opinion piece reflecting on the new Star Trek games revealed at Gamescom and how they shake up the vision of hope and optimism with a more horror and survivalist narrative oriented style.
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August 21, 2025 at 9:18 PM
London Film and Comic Con Summer 2025 - London Olympia

Positive experiences, missed opportunities and lasting memories attending London Film and Comic Con at the London Olympia.

A delight to meet two of the actors from Star Trek.

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July 10, 2025 at 5:53 PM
London Film and Comic Con Summer 2025 - London Olympia

Positive experiences, missed opportunities and lasting memories attending London Film and Comic Con at the London Olympia.

A delight to meet two of the actors from Star Trek.

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London Film and Comic Con Summer 2025 – London Olympia
‘The summer convention program continued with the return of London Film and Comic Con to the London Olympia. Promising some big names to the capital from the world of film and television, it …
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July 10, 2025 at 5:53 PM
A literary adventure visiting Jane Austen's House - Chawton, Hampshire.

A visit to the @JaneAustenHouse
museum in Hampshire. A literary adventure exploring this beautiful house and gardens and the museum within.

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July 8, 2025 at 8:40 PM
A literary adventure visiting Jane Austen's House - Chawton, Hampshire.

A visit to the Jane Austen House
museum in Hampshire. A literary adventure exploring this beautiful house and gardens and the museum within.

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A literary adventure visiting Jane Austen’s House – Chawton, Hampshire.
‘In the village of Chawton within the South Downs National Park, literary explorers can visit the home of English novelist Jane Austen, known for her seminal titles including Pride and Prejud…
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July 8, 2025 at 8:39 PM
MCM Comic Con May 2025 - Excel, London

A look back to this past weekend and heading to the Excel Centre in London to attend MCM Comic Con

A positive day with an Alien themed experience, a lot of fun merchandise and even a few gluten free treats

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MCM Comic Con May 2025 – Excel, London
‘Over the May Bank Holiday weekend, Comic Con arrived at the Excel Centre in London for its Spring Convention, opening its doors for a three day celebration of pop culture. In contrast to sim…
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May 29, 2025 at 7:06 AM
A few images from this years @mcmcomiccon.bsky.social event at the Excel. A really enjoyable day getting my geek on and drowning out a little of the outside world for a few hours anyway.
May 24, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Dragon Age: The Official Cookbook - Tastes of Thedas (2023) - Book Review

Reviewing the official cookbook from the Dragon Age universe from Titan Books

A selection of sweet treats and savoury recipes inspired by the fantasy setting.

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May 22, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Dragon Age: The Official Cookbook - Tastes of Thedas (2023) - Book Review

Reviewing the official cookbook from the Dragon Age universe from Titan Books

A selection of sweet treats and savoury recipes inspired by the fantasy setting.

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Dragon Age: The Official Cookbook – Tastes of Thedas (2023) – Book Review
“The worlds of culinary cuisine and fantasy collide with this release from Titan Books, a collection of recipes inspired by the characters and locations from the world of Dragon Age. Over 60 …
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May 22, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Getting those steps in before work and building up my fitness for the summer. As well as a few scenic shots by the water of course.
May 20, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Second Impressions of Resident Evil 6 and playing with others

Having saved the day, and each other in Resident Evil 5 we moved onto the sixth mainline entry in the series.

My second impression of Resident Evil 6. It’s still bad.

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Second Impressions of Resident Evil 6 and playing with others
“It’s a little unclear what sort of game the studio were trying to make, it feels like a mish mash of ingredients in a recipe that should work but has been executed poorly, a sprinkle o…
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May 15, 2025 at 6:44 AM