Wet and Windy in Bergen

I'm spending a few days in Bergen, trying to learn a few tips on MQ. I know Bergen is supposed to be wet, but this headline from the local newpaper shows the downpours I'm currently experiencing are a bit extreme even for here:

In between the hefty wind, rain and hail, I managed to have a bit of a look around the town and see the Xmas decorations, and some of the town more famous sights like the old buildings along 'Bryggen' (which is a world heritage site).

Day out celebrating Dad's Birthday

We went to Santore in Exmouth Market for Lunch to celebrate Dad's Birthday next week. After a very relaxing time in the restaurant, we saw off June and Grace, then the rest of us went to the Sekforde Arms for a couple of drinks (and a game of darts which I won on a double 7!) before coming home.

Santore - Nov 2011 from martin clinton on Vimeo.

Valentine's Park in the Autumn sunshine

After a couple of weeks of grey, drizzly days, the sun finally came out today, so Siv and I took a walk over Valentine's Park among the Autumn colours, having a coffee and cake in the cafe.

Siv and I went to see the film Oslo, Aug 31 at the Renoir cinema by Russell Square today. A very good, if slightly sad, film, with lots of memories for us of various Oslo spots we know. We had lunch at Cagney's restaurant afterwards before weaving our way down to Picadilly Circus where Siv bought a puffa jacket in Lillywhites.

Welcome Emily Jane Barker

Emily Jane Barker - Weight: 7.0lbs, Height: 21inches, Born: 7:09pm 

Congratulations Chris and  Becky!

Halloween

We made our halloween pumpkins to put out on the doorstep tonight. We didn't get any Trick or Treaters though.

A walk on the seafront

To clear our heads a bit this morning, we went for a walk along the seafront. The boys all liked walking out on the mud, and Ruby got very muddy on her white fur!

Grae the reporter

Grae made the Leigh Times recently with his photo and story of a visiting Seal.

Surprise Party for Siv's 50th

We went down to see Fi and Grae along with Paul and Anne down at Westcliff. When we got there we discovered Fi and Anne had arranged a surprise party for Siv's recent 50th Birthday. There was an amazing turnout of people, none of whom we knew were going along! We all had a great time, the Just Dance game on the Wii was fun as well! Many thanks to Fi and Anne for arranging things and to everyone for turning up!

Siv's Surprise 50th Birthday Party from martin clinton on Vimeo.

Autumn Colours in Valentine's Park

We took a trip over to Valentine's Park to enjoy the Autumn sunshine and unseasonably warm weather. While we were there we fed the squirrels and bought some food at the Farmer's Market.

Corporate Greed Protests

I've just taken a walk down to St. Paul's to have a look at the ongoing 'Corporate Greed' protests. Quite a lot of tents and protestors there....and also a lot of press!

City Greed Protest from martin clinton on Vimeo.

Barcelona - Final Night

On our last night, we had a walk along the seafront, as well as taking in the fair along the harbour, as well as some of the shops there before heading back. The following morning Eva and Ole headed down to Alicante to attend a wedding, while Siv and I sadly had to come home.

BARCELONA AND TARRAGONA PHOTOS

Barcelona - Final night from martin clinton on Vimeo.

Barcelona - Parc Guell

On our last day, we went up to Parc Guell for a look around. It was hot and busy as usual, but dramatic as ever.

Barcelona - Parc Guell from martin clinton on Vimeo.