Posted in Railways on 8th August 2005
I've had strange and turbulent long weekend. Once again booked the leave at quite short notice and found myself desperately trying to find cheap tickets to get away. Having settled on a separate trip on Friday and Monday rather than a weekend break, I looked forward to getting away during...

Posted in Railways on 31st July 2005
Feeling very sleepy after a long but entertaining weekend. Straight from work on Friday to Bristol. Checked in at the Holiday Inn and wandered into town. Fish and chips at Pellegrinos then a pint or two at the Old Fish Market, before retiring early to prepare for Saturday's early start. ...

Posted in London on 16th July 2005
Its become a tradition that around this time of year, the bulk of the bulk appeals out of the way, I will head for a conference. Each year I feel somewhat intellectually dwarfed by my co-delegates, and to some extent I question if I should be there. But every year...