Gods Own Junkyard

Back in March, around my birthday, James and I went to check this place out. I had came across some pictures of it within Time Out London. The colours and lights instantly perked my interest. We inputted the details into Google Maps and were off. We ended up in a very residential area. It felt like we were heading the wrong way. A few turns later and we came across this small industrial area containing the sought after Gods Own Junkyard. I walked around captivated for ages, snapping away. Loving the vibe and colours. We had a massive slice of cake and a cold one from there cafe The Rolling Scones. It was incredibly good but so large I couldn't finish it! Here are some of my snaps from my visit:

The owner salvages and restores discarded neon signs and also does commissions. Check out his site here. He has also included a just giving link in the aid of prostate cancer.

Magic Lantern Festival

I believe I must have been a moth in a previous life, I just love lights! I have fairy lights up 365 days a year! Although I did take them down when I was caring for the kittens. Those little monsters wanted to chew everything, best to avoid crispy kittens! A few weeks back James and I went to the Magic Lantern Festival at Chiswick House and Gardens celebrating Chinese New Year and the year of the monkey. It was awesome and is running until the 6th of March. Here are a few of my snaps:


The dragon was definitely my favourite lantern of the night, it blew my socks of with the size of it! You can get tickets here.

Out and about over the holiday period

Anyone who knows me can tell you I love lights. Musta been a moth in a previous life-time. I am just drawn to them. Here are a few snap shots of places in London over the festive period with some fantastic lights on show.

This one was outside the Marriott Hotel not far from Southbank Centre. James spotted an amazing red colour and I made sure we went to investigate. For some reason they were celebrating the Wizard of Oz and they had this stunning display set up.

The Southbank Centre had more delights to be observed. They currently have an exhibition on at the moment called Intrude by and Australian artist Amanda Prarer. My only criticism is that these wonderful bunnies belonged outside, I believe they would have made a greater impact that way. They were still awesome though.

A pretty Christmas Tree at Southbank:

On Christmas Day while our dinner cooked away in the slow cooker, James and I went for a wee drive around London. Here's one of my blurry pictures I took that night. I love how haunting this looks. 

And finally, my favourite of the festive season! James and I went to the magical Christmas at Kew Garden's event. It was beautiful! 

Have a Happy New Year!