Monthly Archives: June 2020
Harp & a Monkey: The Ballad of Wisbech Museum
As the people of Britain embrace the partial reopening of our ‘houses of heritage’, the award-winning song and storytelling Ramsbottom trio Harp & a Monkey are making public the fruits of a new project that celebrates the value of our public museums, galleries and archives.
Read the full story..Photo Gallery: Mary Cicely Fair’s Photography and Herdwick Sheep, Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery, Cumbria
As the miserable weather continues and we’re being driven back indoors, you might be turning to the internet for entertainment. Back away from the box sets and feast your eyes on this fantastic array of images from Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery in Cumbria featuring a collection by photographer, writer and archaeologist, Mary Cicely Fair.
Read the full story..Photo Gallery: Chester city centre reopens after lockdown
As the lockdown restrictions are lessened, many non-essential retail stores are beginning to open their doors.
Read the full story..Good News: positive stories from across the North
Northern Soul and People’s Powerhouse are partnering to share good news stories about businesses, people and communities coming together in the North of England and showing us the best of humanity during the COVID-19 crisis. We’ve heard so many examples of people showing great kindness and compassion and we think that these stories deserve to be shared far and wide. Let’s bring a little sprinkle of joy to people’s news feed and show the world how great Northerners really are, especially in challenging times.
Read the full story..Takeaway Review: Erst, Manchester
One of the great pleasures of writing for Northern Soul is being able to review many of the best restaurants in Manchester.
Read the full story..Growing up North: Pond Life and Digby Frogington
Last year I noticed we had a frog in the front garden. I would often see it at night while I was watering and would say ‘hello’ as it sat looking up at me.
Read the full story..“I’d rather do something and regret it than not try at all.” Argh Kid talks to Northern Soul
Poet, writer, musician and BBC radio presenter are just a few of the roles on David Scott’s CV.
Read the full story..Good News: positive stories from across the North
Northern Soul and People’s Powerhouse are partnering to share good news stories about businesses, people and communities coming together in the North of England and showing us the best of humanity during the COVID-19 crisis. We’ve heard so many examples of people showing great kindness and compassion and we think that these stories deserve to be shared far and wide. Let’s bring a little sprinkle of joy to people’s news feed and show the world how great Northerners really are, especially in challenging times.
Read the full story..The Stinky Chef: Chickpea Flatbread
During these strange and uncertain times, we’re all in need of a pick-me-up. And what better than something to feed the body as well as the soul?
Read the full story..Revisiting Wakefield Kids at The Hepworth: “Not everything has to be considered normal to be beautiful.”
The ripples from a 2017 fashion shoot involving more than 100 Yorkshire schoolchildren at The Hepworth Wakefield are still being felt today.
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