The Church of Saint Nicholas of Myra, usually known as St. Nicholas Church, is an Anglican church in Brighton. It is both the original parish church of Brighton and the oldest surviving building in Brighton. It is located 3 minutes from the Clock Tower. The […]
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Phoebe Hessel – the Stepney Amazon
Who was Phoebe Hessel.? She was born in Stepney London. She enlisted in the Army disguised as a a man to be with her lover, and served as a soldier Both remained in the British Army, fought and was wounded in battle in 1745. Finally, […]
Wykeham Terrace Brighton
Wykeham Terrace is a row of 12 early 19th-century houses in central Brighton. It was completed in 1830. An unusual architectural style for Brighton. At one time was a base for the Territorial Army and for former ladies of the night. View an original c1850 lithograph […]
Mount Everest and Brighton ?
What connection is there between Mount Everest and Brighton? Mount Everest was named after George Everest. He is buried in the grounds of St Andrew’s Church on Church Road Hove, The grave can be easily found, near the bus stop entrance. He was made Surveyor […]
Florence Markets for Vintage
Piazza Santo Spirito near the Ponte Vecchio Bridge
Best Market in Florence for Vintage
It has to be the one at Piazza Santo Spirito. Held on the second Sunday of every month. Antique furniture., lots of quality vintage clothing, lots of bars and cafes in the square for a coffee or a beer.
Piazza Santo Spirite Sunday Market in Florence
An awesome vintage market. Lots of vintage clothing, beautiful displays, quality vintage clothing, military, cashmere and designer handbags
Willy’s Jeep in Firenze
At the Sunday market in Firenze Lots of stylish locals in their vintage gear and vehicles
Adventures in Sienna
One of the finest city squares in the world – Piazza del Campo
What to buy in Florence
Definitely worth a visit to the Santa Maria Novella Fragrance store near to the train station
New York Times
Cafe in the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella Firenze