I’m delighted to share this wonderful group photo of all the poets who read at the Rights of Nature gala What a wonderful night! Taken together with Poet in Residence Karen McCarthy Woolf at the end of the event on…
In the hallowed embrace of a historic library, where the scent of aged paper mingles with the soft rustle of turning pages, I found myself immersed in a literary reverie last evening. The occasion? A gathering under the aegis of…
Hello, fellow adventurers! If you’re a fan of the great outdoors, stunning landscapes, and the thrill of a good walk, then you’re in for a treat. Recently, I joined the Burton Fell-walkers for a memorable three-day excursion through the breath…
Hello, fellow adventurers! Today marked the 13th leg of my journey along the stunning Cumbria Coastal Way, and what a day it was! I was joined by two of my best walking buddies, and together we tackled the 9.75-mile stretch…
My poetry pamphlet “Imprints” launched successfully on May 10, 2025, at the Heart Headingley Enterprise and Arts Centre, marking a significant milestone. The event featured readings by myself, Faye Marshall, with additional performances by other members of the Class of…
On the train to Carlisle, before heading to St Bees, to carry on with my Cumbria Coastal Way walk…. Well a splendid day’s walk, as I got reacquainted with the Cumbria Coastal Way Three train journeys got me to St…
Announcing the Dual Launch of IMPRINTS by Peter Kay and Faye Marshall’s Poetry Collection I’m thrilled to announce the launch of my anthology, IMPRINTS, published by Yaffle’s Nest. Join me for an afternoon of celebration, readings, and connection at the…
I’ve been busy with many, many things… IMPRINTS is out in May 2025. I have kept up my poetry and writing groups and managed to fit in a few Open Mic nights too so far this year: February 15th Performing…
Just on the train after completing my 11th stage of the Cumbria Coastal Way. Today will be the last leg of 2024 and also the last time I travel from Arnside towards Barrow and St Bees. Next year it will…
Another glorious day yesterday, for the 10th leg of my Cumbria Coastal Way walk. 14 miles from Silecroft to Ravenglass, including a detour due to unstable cliffs and a wade across the River Esk to make up time!
Another leg of my Cumbria Coastal Way walk this week, shared with my wonderful brother. So good to drag him across from France for a few days and to share a special day together. The weather was mixed and we…
Eighth leg of my Cumbria Coastal Way walk yesterday. Dry and breezy morning, warmer sun in the afternoon. 12miles from Green Lane to Silecroft, via Millom and Haverigg. Coastal levy walk to Millom, then skirted around a landlocked lagoon to…
Got the train back home after a shorter 7th leg of my Cumbria Coastal Way walk. Train delays, bad weather, disappearing footpaths and the need to be home by 4pm all contributed to today’s walk being just over 7 miles.
Got the train back from a brilliant, if tiring, sixth leg of my Cumbria coastal way walk yesterday…. Most of this leg was either on the beach or on paths adjacent to it. Wonderful weather, inspiring views and lots of…
Brilliant fifth day of my Cumbria Coastal Way walk from last Friday. Dropped off in Ulverston after early morning car dramas. Then followed 13.5 miles walking, mainly on the beach or Coastal path in surprisingly warm sunshine. Have now got…
Coming up to the end of August and the 4th leg of the Cumbria Coastal Way completed, in the rain. Now reached Ulverston.
Third leg of the Cumbria Coastal Way today, just over 10 miles to Cark, on Yorkshire Day and National Mountain Climbing Day.
Second leg of the Cumbria Coastal Way yesterday. Have now got to Grange over Sands!
First 13 miles of Cumbria Coastal Way today. Only another 175 to go! Archaeological features, big skies, sea and mountain views.
Beauty can be found in the everyday, along footpaths, canals and byways. Take a moment to reflect, look around, overhead big skies, birdsong surrounds