Don't let the present pro-motorist hysteria fool you. Edinburgh was always miserable to find parking in the centre for long periods - and I'm talking 30+ years ago. There are several P&… (View Post)

Such litotes, such delicacy. (View Post)

They rescue boat people. (View Post)

In those days, pre 1970, houses were far draughtier, though. Venting right up the chimney and through the gaps around the windows and doors. The usual coal fire would generate a fair bit of draught t… (View Post)

Saturday culture: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/oct/21/a-neolithic-feat-of-engineering-orkney-dig-reveals-ruins-of-huge-tomb Orkney neolithic tomb found with burials undisturbed under farm… (View Post)