30-year journalist. Director/Hon Doc @UniofStaffs. Operation Spitfire 4 Schools Trustee. Governor @SOT6FC. Event host/MC. Plate-turner. Gamer. WWII enthusiast
Stoke-on-Trent, England
Joined November 2009
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It’s tough at the moment. News full of doom and gloom. Understandable that people are feeling really fed up when they can’t seem to catch a break and can’t see light at the end of the tunnel. Just remember you’re never alone. Stay positive. Be kind. My DMs are always open. 🤝
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In 1918 during the First World War, British stretcher bearer William Coltman carried three wounded comrades to safety on his back under fire.
Remember him for the men he refused to leave behind.
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Very excited to reveal the cover of my new book, SOUTH AMERICA: A Journey Through the Land of Gold!
Ten years after Walking the Americas, Alberto and I set off again. Seven countries. 10,000 miles. From the Darién Gap to Tierra del Fuego, following the trail of gold.
Out 14 January 2027. Pre-order a signed copy now:
stanfords.co.uk/south-americ…
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.@RegandVic were highly commended in the High Street Impact category of @UniofStaffs Business Awards, sponsored by @StokeontrentBID. Please take one minute out of your day to watch the short film that was played as part of the awards ceremony.
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Join us in wishing Mr Port Vale himself, (Sir) John Rudge, a very happy birthday! 🎉
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When we have VIP guests on campus we make sure there’s an opportunity for a tour of @UniofStaffs’s new £100M+ student village. Huge thanks to alumnus and Honorary Doctor @CloudBusiness9, Business Awards sponsor Julie Mirowski and others for being so generous with your time today.
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One of our @Heroes_Awards 2026 finalists will be interviewed on Lee Blakeman’s @BBCRadioStoke breakfast show tomorrow morning. It’s definitely worth setting your alarm for.
Absolutely stunned. I can’t believe this. Such a lovely bloke. Thank you, Lofty. God bless. My thoughts are with you and your family X
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former captain, Doug Loft, who passed away at the age of 39 following a medical emergency.
We send our love to Doug's family, friends and former teammates at this difficult time.
RIP Doug. 🤍
port-vale.co.uk/news/doug-lo…
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.@PVFCFoundation was highly commended in the Business in the Community category of @UniofStaffs Business Awards, sponsored by @rydaleroofing. Please take one minute out of your day to watch the short film that was played as part of the awards ceremony.
Enjoyed showing Gareth Snell MP and Mo Chaudry around the @UniofStaffs new £100m student village and hub
Big thanks to the judges of the @Heroes_Awards who met this week to choose our winners. On Nov 26 it’s the 20th anniversary of our community awards - celebrating local unsung heroes and groups. Can’t wait ❤️
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Can’t wait to share my new book ‘South America: A journey through the land of gold’ with you. Published by Elliot & Thompson on 14 Jan 2027 it recounts my recent expedition travelling overland from the Darien Gap in Colombia, over 10,000 miles to Tierra Del Fuego in Argentina. I’ll be revealing the cover soon
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.@TrenthamFoods was highly commended in the Business of the Year category of @UniofStaffs Business Awards, sponsored by RBC Brewin Dolphin. Please take one minute out of your day to watch the short film that was played at the awards ceremony.
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Smashed the Potters Alf on Sunday, this first wheelchair user allowed to enter and leading the way for everyone else showing it can be done. Even the 11% Heartbreak Hill #pottersAlf #weekend #winning #sport #race
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.@StaffsAlumni and former England footballer Michelle Hickmott was recently appointed as Deputy Chief Fire Officer at @StaffsFire. She was the first person from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service to complete a Senior Leadership Apprenticeship at @UniofStaffs 👏👇
