Built: 1347 Location: Stafford ST16 1DJ History: First built as a hugh timber fortrest in 1100 AD by Robert de Toeni, (later known as Robert of Stafford) under the orders of William the Conqueror in the Norman period, Stafford Castle has dominated the local skyline for over 900 years. It saw action during the Civil War, when it withstood… Continue reading Stafford Castle – Castle Review
The Prince of Egypt – Film Review
Title: The Prince of Egypt Age: U Released: 16th December 1998 Director: Brenda Chapman, Simon Wells, Steve Hickner Genre: Adventure, Drama, Family, Fantasy, Musical Rating: ***** (5/5 stars) About: Two brothers named Moses and Rameses grow up to be the best of friends. However, when one of them becomes a ruler and the other chooses to live for the people, their friendship turns bitter.… Continue reading The Prince of Egypt – Film Review
Inspiration.41
As I'm writing this, I think my emotions are getting the best of me. I just feel sad, a little bit down for some reason. Nothing is really the matter, but I just feel so unmotivated at the moment. Clearly Covid-19 is getting to me, clearly not seeing my boyfriend in over a month is… Continue reading Inspiration.41
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So I don't know about you, but since being stuck at home I've been finding it really hard to keep up with my diet. I had previously been doing really well on the 1:1 Diet, and although I am somehow still losing weight (very slowly), I know that I am finding it really hard. My… Continue reading Inspiration.40
Hardwick Hall
Built: Between 1590-1599 Location: S44 5QJ History: Hardwick Hall was built in 1590-9 for Elizabeth Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury, also known as ‘Bess of Hardwick’. Built by Robert Smythson, Hardwick is one of the earliest English interpretations of Italian Renaissance architecture, and stands as one of the greatest of all Elizabethan houses. Huge grids of glass are used… Continue reading Hardwick Hall
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