Manchester Girl Geeks have been giving attendees a sticker as a souvenir for each event since the start of the year – because everyone loves stickers! Continue reading
Exploring Art with All Your Senses
Since attending a workshop last year on the topic of art and the community, I’ve been growing increasingly interested in the use of art in facilitating wellbeing and social inclusion. During the day long workshop, I was able to experience first hand that art can be a very powerful tool in helping to build connections with others. It can help break down barriers and open up conversations with strangers. Continue reading
New Shoes for Walking
Walking is a really enjoyable activity that gives me a break from staring at the computer and helps me think. It’s also a good way of getting regular exercise. While I’m happy wandering around to discover new streets, websites such as walkit.com (the urban walking route planner) provide a more structured approach. It’s also #walkthismay so there are plenty of themed walks and other activities to encourage people to take up regular walking. Continue reading
Thwaite Mills in Leeds
On Sunday I made my first visit to Leeds. It was lovely to discover so many independent coffee shops and eateries that greeted me on nearly every street. After a brief wander around the city centre I made my way to Thwaite Mills – the main reason for my trip. It was National Mills Weekend after all! Continue reading
National Mills Weekend 2015
A little gif illustration to mark National Mills Weekend on Saturday 9th and 10th May. There will be lots of windmills and watermills that will be open to celebrate the occasion.
The official National Mills Weekend website has a full list of mills open for visitors. www.nationalmillsweekend.co.uk