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March Travels

In March we visited the Kiplingcotes Derby, reputedly the oldest horse race in England, which is run through a course of country lanes in East Yorkshire. It was a spectacularly foggy day — even by Yorkshire standards — which made … Continue reading →

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Newcastle Gamers – 10th March

I’ve been a bit slow with the write-up of this one (it’s been a busy month!), but I thought I’d better jot something down while I can still remember what I played, as the next club meeting is tomorrow and … Continue reading →

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Fixing my Sony DCR-HC27

Last summer, during a trip to the Orkneys, my beloved Sony Handycam had a bad encounter with a 5000-year-old Neolithic settlement (Translation: I dropped it on the floor at Scara Brae.. oops!), and has steadfastly refused to play back material … Continue reading →

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Newcastle Gamers – 25th February

This was my first visit to Newcastle Gamers for almost a month (I couldn’t make the early-February sesh due to other commitments – boo!). Played a really good mix of games this time; enjoyed it a lot. Ora & Labora … Continue reading →

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February Travels

Sorry… distinct lack of updates this month, largely due to the fact that I spent much of it in a paracetamol/flu-induced fug. However, somewhere along the line I managed to go to Wales and blag lots of free cider: Observe … Continue reading →

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