25212519We just got back from the European Championships in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, southern Germany. Andrew was there as a fifth man (aka spare player, broom-bag carrier and stats man) for the English team. We all had a really good time and the guys finished up fourth in the ‘B’ division, while the girls got a bronze medal. […] Read More »
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Christmas is Coming
2490We put up our Christmas tree the other night. Don’t laugh — it’s really small and we’ve affectionately named our little tree Stumpy 😉 You can buy real trees in the UK but they’re expensive, frequently dried out and it’s not easy hauling one home on the tube! Read More »
I’Anson Cup
24882485Another nice weekend in Scotland, this time up in Stranraer. We ended the weekend well by winning the I’Anson Cup for the second time in three years. The trophy is massive, the FA cup of curling! Thanks to Phil Barton’s sister Ann for the pictures — for once we didn’t take a camera with us! […] Read More »
A Day in Lille
2478 We took the first Eurostar out of London on Saturday morning and headed to Lille, about 1 1/2 hours away, for a wine fair. The Vignerons Independents is an amazing fair — packed with hundreds of small producers selling their wine from across the country. Just pay your 6 euros and you’re in for […] Read More »
Bonfire night near St Paul’s
1785We went to see the Bonfire Night fireworks near St Paul’s Cathedral on Saturday night. Gorgeous! Read More »