Who else spent countless teenage hours crafting the perfect mix tape? For me, it was an artform — part playlist, part diary, part showing off. There were rules: C90s only. No repeated artists. Every fade-in and outro meticulously timed. Each tape had to include one track nobody else knew — music snobbery in its raw, … Read more
There was a time when Channel 4 did drama properly. Before Bake Off and Come-Dine-with-Whatever took over the schedule and the nation’s soul, you had these weird little one-series gems tucked away at ten o’clock, midweek — the kind of slot only students, insomniacs, and the terminally single were still watching. One of those was … Read more
I’ll be honest — I’d never seen an episode of Scott & Bailey until three weeks ago. Not one. Didn’t know the plots, didn’t know who got bumped off, and couldn’t have told you the difference between Janet and Rachel if you’d offered me a pint. Fast-forward to now, and I’ve binged the lot. All … Read more
There’s a certain kind of British television moment — raw, unflinching, and emotionally loaded — that stays with you.Sometimes it’s the writing. Sometimes it’s the acting. But always, it’s because it felt real. Here are my TOP FIVE scenes from British TV that will stay with me forever. Agree or disagree? Add your choices to … Read more
Felixstowe has quietly played host to numerous TV dramas over the years, and ITV’s 2011 psychological thriller Injustice is one of the most gripping examples. This five-part series, created by Anthony Horowitz, explores the blurred line between justice and guilt, morality and manipulation. Series Overview: Injustice First aired on ITV in June 2011, Injustice stars … Read more
Felixstowe has served as the backdrop for numerous TV shows and films over the years. This ongoing series aims to document those productions, complete with filming details, local locations, and insider information. We begin with an episode from the BBC crime drama The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, specifically Season 5, Episode 2, titled “One Guilty Deed”, … Read more
Writing about the best television from the past decade is no easy feat. Over the years, I’ve spent an unholy number of hours watching everything from reality TV and dramas to sports coverage, kids’ shows, and true crime. This list is based solely on shows I’ve actually watched that premiered between 2010 and 2019. Some … Read more
Undoubtedly, Only Fools and Horses stands as one of the greatest British sitcoms ever created. Its character-driven humour, unforgettable one-liners, and perfect balance of comedy and emotion have earned it legendary status. That said, the three follow-up specials after the Trotters became millionaires, combined with endless reruns on GOLD, have perhaps diluted its legacy slightly. … Read more
Why take the risk with remakes? Despite the potential pitfalls, the TV and film industries seem obsessed with revivals, remakes, and reboots. From Prison Break and Dallas to Heroes and Wentworth, there’s been a mix of misfires and masterstrokes. Now, the Stephen King classic IT gets the same treatment, with anticipation high and expectations higher. … Read more
Early Days and TV Foundations I’ve often wondered just how many hours of television I’ve watched in my life. A rough calculation—three hours a day since I was five—puts the number close to 47,000 hours. That’s a lot of TV. But every hour tells a story. My earliest memories involve a Birds Eye shepherd’s pie … Read more