Brighton Marina House and the Snow man winter 2010

Brighton Marina House Pictures of the story of Snow man winter 2010

Lovely Sunshine not too long ago 

First Signs of Snow on December 2010

Soon the snow built up

So much snow fell we build a snow person?

Our Street had 4 inches first day

People started to come and we too their pictures

Even at night admirers also came

Birds looking for food the morning after

One little friend did find some food

Few people dared to walk out

The 2nd night

Ice

Our patio after the first snow 

Poor tree in the patio

The Marina House Snowman!

Snow of 2009

It as Winter 2010/2011 and for many years prior we did not have snow that had settled. 
The Met Office was warning of overnight snow in Brighton with temperatures predictions showing a drop to between -4C to -6C the next day. This may break records as we had not seen such cold weather conditions for decades.  The weather forecast were warning of overnight snowfalls in south-east England of up to 6-9 inches.

Well the snow did come but with a vengeance and as usual all things started to come to a halt.  

Schools closed down, trains were far and few between, people could not get to work, the roads became treacherous, people were leaving cars on roadsides, airports had delays and many other difficulties. 

As usual the Highways Agency was advising drivers to take extra care on the roads. The A23 and M23 saw very slow traffic but those had taken a chance in driving fast paid the price with over turned cars or having a crash. 

Local news papers were running all sorts of stories with hundreds of pictures being sent, mostly taken from the modern mobile phones. 

Also book makers were not to be left be and were offering all sorts of bets.  
 No doubt the snow had certainly made many parts of the country look pretty. Hundreds of people who were in Brighton from a warmer climate made their way onto the beach or parks and were have a whale of a time.   

Brighton had huge stacks of snow and many skiers were enjoying the white fluffy stuff. Home made sledges could be seen as we saw some being pulled and other pushed.

There was great excitement for the children though. Snowballs were being thrown all over the place and snowmen were being built in many places after many many years. 

Just a few minutes walk from Brighton Marina House children and adults were seen building a snowman and the excitement was clearly visible. 

There were some very creative snowmen and snowwomen being built. Some families has come with a bucket and spade, hearing this you could be forgiven for thing this is height of summer but the families came prepared to build a snowmen.                                                                

Some were build by individuals and some with a group. The size varied from about one foot tall to over six foot tall.  Most were solitary but few builders had taken the trouble to make a couple and some were showing families.      
                                                                                                                                                     Most snowmen were really naked but there were those who were dressed beautifully in hats, scarves, sunglasses, cigars and even a coat around one.  Some were a little rude, most were not but all made with great determination and grit as all creators has t suffer the below zero conditions.     

 Why recycle:  

Recycling helps businesses and families save money and hence we try and recycle as much as we can.

For us it makes sense to recycle items. This means fewer new items and consumables need to be produced, saving raw materials, energy and space used in landfills.

We look to collect paper, cardboard, glass, plastic, metal, clothing, shoes and others.    

If you and we were to recycle a plastic bottle, we would save hundreds of years in the landfill. We would also save our environment from dangerous emissions when a new bottle is made but also save the oil used in producing a bottle.

Our council collects recyclable things from us on a weekly basis but we also make a trip to our local waste and recycle area when large items have to be disposed off.  

You can read more on recycling here:

http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/index.cfm?request=b1000037

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/benefits-of-recycling.html

http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-7-Benefits-of-Recycling&id=3200097

http://www.recyclenow.com/what_can_i_do_today/can_it_be_recycled/

7 Reasons Not To Mess With Children

 A little girl was talking to her teacher about whales. 
 
 
The teacher said it was physically impossible for a whale to swallow a human because even though it was a very large mammal its throat was very small. 
 
 The little girl stated that Jonah was swallowed by a whale. 
 
 Irritated, the teacher reiterated that a whale could not swallow a human; it was physically impossible. 
 
 The little girl said, 'When I get to heaven I will ask Jonah'. 
 
 The teacher asked, 'What if Jonah went to hell?' 
 
 The little girl replied, 'Then you ask him'. 
 
 
 
 A Kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom of children while they were drawing. She would occasionally walk around to see each child's work. 
 
 As she got to one little girl who was working diligently, she asked what the drawing was. 
 
 The girl replied, 'I'm drawing God.' 

 The teacher paused and said, 'But no one knows what God looks like.'
 
 Without missing a beat, or looking up from her drawing, the girl replied, 'They will in a minute.' 
 
 
 
 
A Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments with her five and six year olds. 
 
 After explaining the commandment to 'honour' thy Father and thy Mother, she asked, 'Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?' 
 
 Without missing a beat one little boy (the oldest of a family) answered, 'Thou shall not kill.' 
 
 
 
 
One day a little girl was sitting and watching her mother do the dishes at the kitchen sink.. She suddenly noticed that her mother had several strands of white hair sticking out in contrast on her brunette head. 
 
 She looked at her mother and inquisitively asked, 'Why are some of your hairs white, Mum?' 
 
 Her mother replied, 'Well, every time you do something wrong and make me unhappy or cry, one of my hairs turns white.' 
 
 The little girl thought about this revelation for a while and then said, 'Mummy, how come ALL of grandma's hairs are white?' 
 

 
The children had all been photographed, and the teacher was trying to persuade them each to buy a copy of the group picture.
 
 'Just think how nice it will be to look at it when you are all grown up and say, 'There's Jennifer, she's a lawyer,' or 'That's Michael, He's a doctor..' 
 
 A small voice at the back of the room rang out, 'And there's the teacher, she's dead.' 
 
 
 
 
A teacher was giving a lesson on the circulation of the blood. Trying to make the matter clearer, she said, 'Now, class, if I stood on my head, the blood, as you know, would run into it, and I would turn red in the face.' 
 
 'Yes,' the class said. 

 'Then why is it that while I am standing upright in the ordinary position the blood doesn't run into my feet?' 
 
 A little fellow shouted, 
'Cause your feet ain't empty.' 
 
 
 
 
The children were lined up in the cafeteria of a Catholic elementary school for lunch.. At the head of the table was a large pile of apples. The nun made a note, and posted on the apple tray:
 
 'Take only ONE . God is watching.' 

 Moving further along the lunch line, at the other end of the table was a large pile of chocolate chip cookies. 
 
 A child had written a note, 'Take all you want. God is watching the apples.' 
 
 
 
 
 It doesn't matter how many people you send this to, just remember if it made you laugh, your friends will laugh too.

 

 

 

Kemp Town - and its antique hidden treasures

Brighton Marina House Hotel was quite conveniently placed I thought as I stepped down onto the kirb-side outside the hotel .. to my left, the sea horizon in clear blue sky view; to my right, an inviting footpath onto the winding and narrow roads that help gives Kemp Town it's artistic and creative twist.

An immediate right outside the Hotel, then another at the end of the road will lead you deeper up into Kemp Town. There is the left you can take but that'll descend you down into the city center quicker than you can hail a Taxi!.. Go right first.. it'll make the descend down into the town all the more enjoyable! Antique paradise is just moments away.



Go right.. and you will find the city's Antique Shopping Quarter. Here you'll find some fascinating gems and at some absurdly low prices too, ranging from Oakwood to 60's designer furniture. If you are after something ole...you wont be dissapointed by the antique shops in Kemptown, Brighton.

London to Brighton Veteran Car Run

The annual London to Brighton Veteran or old Car ride is perhaps the world most unusual and oldest motoring event of its type. 

The race or run takes place on the first Sunday of November each year and has a cult following. People from all walks of life take part, from Royalty to ordinary Joe, all equally passionate about their vehicle.  

The trip starts at Hyde Park in London and make its way to Madera Drive at Brighton Seafront. This is 3 minutes walk form Brighton Marina House Hotel.

Such is its attraction that owners from all over the sphere arrive with their prized possessions.

You may well think the owners to be Eccentric but how may of us can we have looked after as antique as well the owners of these veteran cars.

Here you will find some of the most basic engine whish have stood the test of time. Hundreds of cars take part and there are some over one hundred years old.  

The veteran car owners show remarkable enthusiasm and often under difficult weather conditions arrive into Brighton having shown great determination. Great determination because many cars breakdown on the way and the owner are often seen getting stuck in with their sleeves rolled. Many cars do not have a roof and this is equally challenging.    

Best of Brighton: Angel Food Bakery

I bought these from my favourite cake shop, The Angel Food Bakery, based in the South Laines of Brighton.



The Halloween special box of six cupcakes cost £11.50 and some of the flavours included were Chocolate,


Vanilla,


And Chocolate and Orange Chocolate




There were also Spiced Pumpkin (so delicious!) and Chocolate and Chilli flavours in the selection.

Nothing scary about these...except maybe the calories :p

The Angel Food Bakery is a fifteen minute walk away from the Brighton Marina House Hotel

The Brighton beach 
close from Brighton Marina House Hotel

Just a 3 minutes walk from Brighton Marina House Hotel is the Brighton beach which has been awarded the European “Blue Flag” for safe water swimming and the beach front is now in the top 10 target for people looking to visit a seaside. 
The beach is believed to have over 650 billion pebbles – just to say we did not count them. On you arrival to the sea front by road transport, you will see an iconic land marks of the  Brighton Pier. This is where you will find all the fun and frolics of a travelling fair and is a eight minutes walk from Brighton Marina House hotel. You can kick things, you punch things, you can throw things and you can ride things. You can eat and drink to your hearts content from a variety of place, mostly fast food.  

A Taste of Sahara

At the weekend I went to a new restaurant opened by a family friend,  called 'A Taste of Sahara' which serves Middle Eastern food. It has been a really long time since I went out to a restaurant so this was a nice change :)

I had a really basic, standard dish served in most Middle Eastern places, Rouz Dajaj, literally 'Rice Chicken'. It's a bit of a lazy choice but I knew that I would like it, plus, check out the heart shaped rice!

My hubby went for a Lamb Tajine,

And my mother in law opted for the Sultan Mixed Grill,

We all left with full bellies and smiles on our faces.

A Taste of Sahara is in located at 103 Western Road, Central Brighton, go check it out if you're in the neighbourhood :)

Best of Brighton: Lunch at Havana

I was going to post about cupcakes but instead thought I would tell you about Havana, which is one of my favourite places to eat in Brighton. The decor is beautiful and the food is simple but delicious. I frequently have a weekend lunch there and yesterday was no exception!

I ordered a feta cheese and rocket salad, which was unbelievably tasty. A really simple dish but full of flavour, yummy!

Havana has something for everyone. They have lots of vegetarian dishes but also plenty to tempt those who favour fish or meat (you can go for a set menu or a la carte)

If you are in Brighton and fancy a lunch or dinner in a sophisticated and grown up environment then do check Havana out. Havana is on Duke Street in the Lanes, you can visit Havana's website to see their prices and menus.

Until next time! Sarah x

Hello from a new face!

Hi Everyone!

I'm Sarah and I run the lifestyle and beauty blog, Glitterish Allsorts. I'm really pleased to be picked to be one of the official affiliate bloggers of the Brighton Marina House Hotel.

Over the next few weeks I will be posting about my favourite restaurants, cafes, shops and places of interest in Brighton. I will be running a series of weekly blogs entitled 'Best of Brighton' which will go live every Monday. Pop by to see places I recommend, from the hidden gems of Brighton to local current events and of course, the best places to get a bite to eat! With over 300 restaurants and eateries in our city one thing is for sure, you will never go hungry :)

Coming up on Monday 25th of October: Brighton's Best Cupcakes!

Stay at Marina House Hotel.

We stayed 2 nights in the hotel, just for the weekend. It was surprisingly affordable and the staff were all very welcoming and helpful. Overall a very nice hotel if you are looking for somewhere central, close to the seafront and don't have any intention to spend lots of time in the hotel but just want something nice and clean

 

Brighton Marina House Hotel – My stay

The whole experience of staying at the Brighton Marina House Hotel was excellent overall. They even helped us with the parking of our car. And parking is a big problem in most major cities of the UK. We were also advised of all the interesting activities we could do in the city of Brighton in Sussex. The rooms were elegantly decorated and very clean. Very good value for money. The receptionist was very polite and helpful. The location of the hotel was a walking distance to the seafront. We would certainly recommend this hotel to those who wish to stay in this beach city and historical area of England.

From – Houston Texas

On - 14 Oct 2010

Brighton Marina House Hotel - Rooms

Brighton Marina House Hotel's themed bedrooms are all decorated to the highest of standards using luxurious fabrics, original paintings, wonderful ornate mirrors, solid wood beds, quality mattresses and fine furniture.

Enjoy the luxury of sleeping between crisp cotton sheets laid on some of the most attractive beds you will see in our lovely themed Brighton hotel. Below are a feel of the Themed Rooms we offer in the Brighton Guest house accommodation.

The double French Style 4-poster room with en-suite facility. 

The double Swedish Style room with en-suite facility.  

The double Moroccan Style room with en-suite facility.

The double Tudor Style 4-poster room with en-suite facility. 

The double Tudor Style 4-poster room with balcony and en-suite facility.

Our family rooms