Garden Remedy

For all your garden requirements please get in touch with Garden Remedy who are based in Tynemouth and offer bespoke gardening and tree specialist service in Tyne and Wear and Northumberland.

You can find out more about what Garden Remedy do here;

http://www.gardenremedy.co.uk/

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Martineau Guest House (Breakfast fit for a King or Queen)

A recent TV program featuring Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and his Fish Fight Campaign featured a locally filmed scene in which Sally the owner of Martineau Guest House was choosing some some locally fished produce. This reminded me that I had not posted about Sally's amazing Breakfast that she cooked for me and my girlfriend Rachael earlier this year.

Because food is such a large part of the Martineau Guest House experience I thought the breakfast deserved its own post. My 'Big Geordie' breakfast was amazing - I loved the sausages which are produced for Sally by a local butcher and also the home baked bread - mmmmmmm. If you are thinking of visiting Tynemouth I can recommend the Martineau as do a number of people giving great reviews on Trip Advisor.

To see my earlier post featuring info on the rooms and further links follow this link here:

http://intynemouth.blogspot.com/2011/05/martineau-guest-house.html

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Camperscape

Many visitors and residents of Tynemouth were recently treated to the first Tynemouth Annual Classic VW Rally. Approximately 4000 visitors made their way to see VW's of all shapes and sizes from Bugs to camper vans. Like may people who visited the rally I was captivated by the wonderful and unique custom vehicles on display. One of the vehicles on display was a fantastic VW camper van from local company Camperscape. I wanted to chat with Mark from Camperscape (below) during the event but could see he was busy with enquiries all day from people wishing to hire the van below.

There is something about these vehicles that puts a smile on your face. I think the retro styling mixed with a sense of freedom and adventure makes these vehicles a favourite with everyone. I know that I will be contacting Mark at some point to book the van as I fancy setting off on a British adventure with my girlfriend.

So If like me you can see yourself happily behind the wheel of a VW with a map, some supplies of fine food, wine and a loved one than contact Mark at Camperspace here for more details;

http://camperscape.co.uk/

All images by Anthony Dorman

For more VW images please view this blog post: http://intynemouth.blogspot.com/2011/07/1st-annual-tynemouth-classic-vw-rally.html

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Blue Reef Aquarium (Tynemouth)

Blue Reef Aquarium in Tynemouth has established itself as one of the most well loved coastal attractions in recent years, with a collection of sea life ranging from tropical fish, sharks, reptiles and monkeys - yes monkeys (but more about them later). I popped down to the Aquarium and instantly felt myself drawn to all of the colourful fish and animals on display. Looking around at the visitors I could see many parents, grandparents and children happily talking about and interacting with the displays and creatures.

I like the fact that when adults visit the Aquarium they exude a childlike happiness that makes me smile. Being surrounded by the bright tropical fish and the sleek sharks and rays is a very exciting experience.

One of the more unusual but amazingly entertaining displays features the Amazonian miniature monkeys. These tiny adorable little animals are hugely entertaining, one minute they are lazing in the shade eating and the next thing they are scampering up ropes and vines. I was amazed at how curious they were to view us watching them. The children watching the monkeys were laughing and excited every time one of the monkeys came right up to the glass.

Another one of the popular displays is the sea lions which are fantastic huge yet graceful creatures. There is a daily show for the public where the sea lions, amongst other things, kiss each other and the animal carers (there is some teeth brushing involved first ha ha) I don't want to say too much about the show because its much better to just pop down to the Aquarium and see it for yourself.



I just wanted to pop this little fellow (below) in the blog because I thought he was great. Every time I put my camera down he looked at me and then away when I tried to take his photo. Sometimes the little things can be fun and interesting and make you smile.

Check out the Blue Reef Aquarium website below for details about displays, events and much more:

http://www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk/tynemouth.htm

Oh - and you might find a Nemo or Dory in the gift shop.

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