Heavenly: a short story by author Brian Beard
HEAVENLY By Brian Beard `Different strokes for different folks` might well be a universal take on what `Heaven` means to people. A sweetshop, wherein to help yourself, might be heaven for a child, mountains of cash might be an adult`s take on what it means to be in heaven. In between there would be myriad […]
Heaven – a short story
By Christopher Bird At the end of the quiet alleyway the shadows surrounded an old wooden door. Beyond the relentless rush of the crowded city streets twilight fell slowly over the hidden side street. The city pursued money and status in gaudy everyday colours and gestures. Great glass banks had been built where once there […]
Heaven is a cat cafe
By Erica Crompton Nestled in Newcastle’s cobbled heart,You Meow’s charm is feline art.A velvet hush, a gentle purr,Soft whiskers stroke, my thoughts all blur. Mugs of coffee and sleepy eyes,Tail flicks under cloudy skies.Each tabby curled in sunlit grace,Turns time to silk, slows down the pace. No chapel’s hush, no temple’s glow,Can match the peace […]
ACCESSIBLE TRAVEL: A walking tour around Newcastle upon Tyne
By Erica Crompton Newcastle’s walking tours, hosted by knowledgeable volunteers, are a superb way to take in a city before really digging into it. Our tour guide on this drizzly morning is Laurence, a sprightly figure full of energy and facts about Newcastle. We begin atop the city centre streets, at the Earl Grey monument, […]
ACCESSIBLE TRAVEL: THE TOON
By Paul Nicholls Our visit to Newcastle upon Tyne was nothing short of celestial: a city that blends history, hospitality, and hearty indulgence with ease. Accessibility was seamless throughout, making it a joy to explore without barriers in my electric power chair. We checked into the Maldron Hotel, where the rooms were impressively spacious and […]
“We found Scotland’s most accessible night out on our wheelchair-friendly Pitlochry escape!”
Hopezine’s Founding Editor, ERICA CROMPTON, falls under The Enchanted Forest’s spell… As the sun sets over Scotland’s Pitlochry village, with its silver stone cottages and independent shops and cafes, the nearby Faskally forest lights up at the Enchanted Forest. I’ve just returned here with my wheelchair-tooting partner – it’s Scotland’s biggest annual attraction for all […]
The Subconscious
By Star Zahra A few years ago, I had surgery. The details are traumatic, and the wounds linger—not just on my body but deep within my heart. I remember the cold, sterile room: a bed in the centre, tools neatly arranged on a tray. The dream opened to a big garden. They were many happy […]
Dr Izzati poem
Embodiment of an Aesthetical lit summer Memory lanes like cake icings I recall – my subconscious The dream I had The dots splicing My anxiety and OCD Would not stop me From finishing the papers It felt like the sofa Was my support system Woke up for research papers To lie down again Thesis would […]
Hull City Unfolds: The Walk with Paul
By Paul Nicholls In Hull where Humber’s waters gleam, There stirs a voice, part fact, part dream. A steady step, a knowing glance— He guides you through the city’s dance. Paul Schofield, master of the lore, Unlocks each alley’s secret door. With bowler hat and timeworn shoes, He weaves the old with modern news. A […]
An accessible day in Bridlington
By Erica Crompton Birds, beaches and the odd barnacle – Bridlington has it all. But it’s also one of the most accessible coastal towns in Britain. With its coastal charm and rare birds, we visited this month to test it out. We started our day driving through the countryside, which to our delight was all […]