Monday 4 November 2024

Typewriters (14) : Underwood 315

This typewriter joined the collection in late 2022 and so far is the only Underwood machine in the collection. It is a nice looking machine in a bleasing white and beige colour, though does have an annoying case which makes it a chore to get the typewriter in and out of! 

The typewriter has received a new ribbon (which was a slightly fiddly task) and types nicely, apart from the shift key which sometimes sticks. 



Sunday 3 November 2024

Typewriter number 34

Another typewriter has joined the collection, that makes thirty-four now, no news on when the first chimpanzees will arrive. The latest machine is this rather lovely Litton Imperial 220, a 1970s model that is in very good condition apart from the noticable scratch. The machine arrived without a ribbon but i fitted one of my spares and it types pretty well.


Friday 1 November 2024

Churches (241) : All Saints with Holy Trinity, Loughborough

The parish church of All Saints with Holy Trinity in Loughborough, Leicestershire dates from the 14th century (around 1330) and has a Perpendicular design in the Decorated Gothic style. The west tower was added in the 15th century, a memorial chapel is beneath it. The nave has aisles and transepts and also has a clerestory (another 15th century addition). The church has a 14th century chancel. 

The church was much restored in the 19th century and is one of the largest English parish churches.