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Allan B went for a bike ride
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Runcorn blue plaque heritage trail
Runcorn currently has 16 Blue Plaques dotted around the town centre, with 4 located slightly further afield and another 10 being planned. Some of them commemorate people while others celebrate the town’s buildings. More information can be found at joethecockershikes.com.
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Allan B went for a hike
July 1, 2026
The giant hand of vyrnwy, Powys, Wales
The Giant Hand of Vyrnwy (vern-wee) is a 50-foot wooden sculpture located at the Lake Vyrnwy estate in Powys, Wales. It was carved by chainsaw artist Simon O'Rourke in 2011 from the remains of a 124 year old Douglas fir that was severely damaged during a thunderstorm. Prior to the…
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Allan B went for a hike
June 29, 2026
Walk around Kilvey woodland, Swansea
Kilvey Community Woodland is a prominent nature reserve spanning the slopes of Kilvey Hill on the east side of Swansea. It features a small sculpture trail, a diverse range of local wildlife, and offers spectacular panoramic views of Swansea Bay and the city.
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Allan B went for a hike
June 24, 2026
A visit to Chester Cathedral (Threads through the Bible)
Threads Through the Bible is a monumental textile exhibition by artist Jacqui Parkinson, currently at Chester Cathedral. It features 44 panels stretching over 80 metres, crafted with over 25 million stitches. This monumental display runs at Chester until 28 June 2026 and is free to attend during standard opening hours.
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Allan B went for a bike ride
June 23, 2026
Ride to Alice in Wonderland Tunnel via Stockton heath (2)
Pausing my Garmin at Stockton Heath while stopping for a quick cold drink closed my route planner down. Arrgh
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Allan B went for a bike ride
June 23, 2026
Ride to Alice in Wonderland Tunnel via Stockton heath (1)
Pausing my Garmin at Stockton Heath while stopping for a quick cold drink closed my route planner down. Arrgh
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Allan B went for a hike
June 17, 2026
Spitalfields market Elephant Sculpture trail, London
Spitalfields Market is a historic market destination in East London offering a mix of independent trader stalls just a stones throw from Liverpool Street Station. Currently, there are 21 bronze Elephant sculptures dotted around the periphery.
Adittionally, Liverpool Street station (a few minutes walk away) features 2 bronze sculpture (Kindertransport…
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Allan B went for a hike
June 16, 2026
One for the Pink Floyd fans
Battersea Power Station is a decommissioned coal-fired power station located on the south bank of the River Thames in Nine Elms in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It was built by the London Power Company to the design of Leonard Pearce and is one of the world's largest brick buildings…
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Allan B went for a hike
June 15, 2026
A fleeting visit to Camden town & Primrose Hill
Camden town was originally part of the manor of Kentish Town, and became an important location during the early development of the railways, which reinforced its position on the London canal network. However, the area's industrial economic base has been replaced by service industries such as retail, tourism and entertainment.…
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Allan B went for a hike
June 15, 2026
A stroll around Vauxhall, London
Vauxhall is an area of South London, within the London Borough of Lambeth. Named after a medieval manor called Fox Hall, it became well known for the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens, Vauxhall motors & more recently the home of the iconic MI6 building.
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Allan B went for a hike
June 14, 2026
A stroll along Nine Elms Reach, Vauxhall, London
The "Nine Elms Reach" is the stretch of the River Thames running from Vauxhall Bridge to Battersea Power Station. Once an industrial zone, the area has transformed into an affluent district featuring luxury apartments, riverside parks, and iconic sites like the US Embassy.
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Allan B went for a bike ride
June 9, 2026
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Allan B went for a bike ride
June 5, 2026
Ride around Pembrey country park
Pembrey country park & beach is an award winning area in Carmarthenshire, set inside 500 acres of Green Flag award woodlands, alongside eight miles of blue award golden sands, and is one of Wales’s Top Visitor attractions.
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Allan B went for a hike
June 4, 2026
Stroll around Port Eynon Bay & the Salthouse
Port Eynon Bay is a popular beach resort beside the village of Port Eynon which is within the City and County of Swansea, Wales, located on the south tip of the Gower Peninsula within the designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Salt House (now a ruin) originates from the…
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Allan B went for a hike
June 2, 2026
A walk to Worms head, Rhossili
Rhossili is a small village on the southwestern tip of the Gower Peninsula in Wales and is within the first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the United Kingdom. Worm's Head is a dragon-shaped tidal island located at the tip of the Peninsula and is accessible on foot via a…
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