Category Archives: Christmas

Christmas decorations

Posted on 11 August 2024 by pws

As Xmas approaches, some shops and areas will make an effort to decorate their world. The shop windows of the larger stores like Selfridge’s were famous for their displays. Lights go up on Oxford Street, Regent Street. The Strand and … Continue reading →

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Christmas fayres

Posted on 4 August 2024 by pws

Many cities and possibly towns too have Xmas markets or fayres. These are places you can buy sweet and unhealthy food, trinkets and baubles and drink hot wine. London has several. There’s usually one in Leicester Square, from the beginning … Continue reading →

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Christmas Day

Posted on 28 July 2024 by pws

The world comes to a halt on Xmas day. There is no news, no transport, nothing. On tv it’s Morecambe and Wise. The King makes a speech on tv. My parents always said we were to stand at attention for … Continue reading →

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