Monthly Archives: August 2026

Sunday, 23rd August, 2026 A hot night which didn’t fall below 32C/90F. Manchester? 12C/54F. Brrr … Just 10 years ago today, it was a hot 32C morning. We were living in Surrey and a lorry arrived to collect a store … Continue reading →

Sunday, 16th August, 2026 As the weather changes … allegedly … and the heatwave slackens in the North of England, we are preparing to set off for the inferno that is Athens. Twenty years ago today, I was a Greek … Continue reading →

Sunday, 9th August, 2026 Incredibly hot morning. As I stood outside Tesco in the carpark waiting for it open at 11.00 am, the temperature hit 29C/84F. I don’t do that out of choice although it beats going to church. I … Continue reading →

Sunday, 2nd August, 2026 Well, August is off and running. Clear blue sky and sunshine …. again. Already 22C/70F outside at 7.00 am just makes you want to get up and going. All sorts of jobs to get through today … Continue reading →