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Ally McConnell

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Heritage Manager for Wiltshire and Swindon #Boycat Geoffrey 🐈 #Girlcat Albie 🐈‍⬛ Wilkie Collins ❤️ 📗 Lay Canon - Gloucester Cathedral Classical music 🎶 Bees 🐝 Allotment 🌽 Belgian beer 🍻 Cross stitch/embroidery 🪡 Mrs Hardy

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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Tonight on the dance floor, things got good when the music seemed to be going in the direction of the #Macarena;finally it came, everyone did great and turned clockwise like is normal. Phew. Then I felt rather - unsure? Not old but odd. #Steps' #5-6-7-8 was next.
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Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre @heritagewshc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Don't forget to book your free place for our meet-the-author event with historian Dr Kate Werran on Wednesday 23 at the History Centre. 🎟️To book your place email archives@wiltshire.gv.uk 🕡Doors open 6.30pm #history #WW2
Poster for a free event with historian and author Dr Kate Werran about her latest book Black Yanks: defending Leroy Henry in D-Day Britain. Book your free place by email archives@wiltshire.gov.uk
Doors open at 6.30pm
Poster includes a photo of Dr Werran and details about her career as a journalist, documentary maker, social historian and author.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Not sure I've dared wear a heel like this since I first started suffering from Plantar Faciitis - over 2 years ago. I found these in a charity shop when looking for some smart flats to wear to an event this evening, but here we are. They're super comfy. I hope they continue to be.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Today the schools went back and the roads became chaotic. I drove 1.5 miles to collect my cats from the vet (dental) and I could have walked there in the same amount of time. I would have done too, if I hadn't had to bring them home!
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Sewing, interrupted
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
It's bank holiday Monday, and I am sewing. Apart from a gym class later and a few necessary chores, I plan to do little else
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
#cat #rescuecat #rehomingcat A dear friend of mine needs to sadly re-home two cats. They are a mother (4) and her daughter (3). Rescued from Dubai, they are currently indoor cats but would be fine going outside too.
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Buckinghamshire Archives @bucksarchives.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
The Archive but it's a videogame from 1998.
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Massimo (mirror) @rainmaker1973-m.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Animals never forget those who are kind and loving to them. Original post
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Saw my mum today for the first time since getting my new tattoo (depicting girlcat) I am 38. I've been an adult longer than I've been a child. She sucked in her breath, and told me she hopes I don't get any more. Well given I have two more in the pipeline, I guess she just won't be shown ;)
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
I'm cross! I can't say why but I am!
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Great to be back in the robes for the 3 Choirs Opening Service this morning.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Thought I'd booked spin this evening but I went on the app to cancel (tattoo related, yay) and it wasn't there. I went along anyway and they've cancelled the class. Turned out I'd never actually booked, else I'd have been told. Leg day it became (which was good, as I didn't want to sweat: new tat)
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Trish Greenhalgh @trishgreenhalgh.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Sure, some men are jerks. Like the ‘influencer’ who carried a bath to the top of Snowdon for a selfie and dumped it there. But other men are heroes, like the teenage rugby team who carried it down. Well done lads. We see you. Show your sons. www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/...
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Stunned Welsh rugby team remove bathtub from Pen y Fan summit after stunt
The players helped National Trust workers remove the tub, which had been left at the summit following a supposed world record attempt
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Association of English Cathedrals @englishcathedrals.co.uk · 23/07/2026
Gloucester Cathedral is a glorious sacred space & iconic landmark in the heart of Gloucester, with a history dating back to 679AD. The Cloister represents some of the most significant medieval architecture in the world, famed for its remarkable fan-vaulting, starring as ‘Hogwarts’ in Harry Potter.
Gloucester Cathedral is a glorious sacred space and iconic landmark in the heart of Gloucester, with a history that can be traced back to 679AD. Gloucester Cathedral is a glorious sacred space and iconic landmark in the heart of Gloucester, with a history that can be traced back to 679AD. Gloucester Cathedral is a glorious sacred space and iconic landmark in the heart of Gloucester, with a history that can be traced back to 679AD. Gloucester Cathedral is a glorious sacred space and iconic landmark in the heart of Gloucester, with a history that can be traced back to 679AD.
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The Whimsical Muse @whimsicalmuse.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
If someone tells you that it’s “too early” to be talking about autumn, they’re failing to understand a simple truth: Autumn is not a time of year, but rather a state of mind 🎃🍁🍂
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
MAKE IT RAIN
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
This evening was rather good, although I no longer appear to have working ears. The inaugural recital for the Grand Organ at Gloucester Cathedral by the magnificent Wayne Marshall, who sure knows how to make the whole of Gloucester hear it. #Organ #Recital #Music #Cathedral #deafened #frontrow
Holding a glass of white wine in front of a screen live feeding the Grand Organ, which is at the top of the picture.
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Ray Monk @raymodraco.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
What Tim Henman was to Wimbledon, the England (men's) football team are to the World Cup. Like Tim, every now and then they reach the semi-final and then the whole country goes mad with anticipation. Will this finally be the year? And the answer is always: "no, of course not!"
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
www.facebook.com/share/r/1Bpt...
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
The only way I can watch the football in a bar is with a good Belgian, so here I am and here it is.
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lauren @lauren.rotatingsandwiches.com · 15/07/2026
woke: national hot dog day bespoke:
the liturgical hot dog calendar

four seasons are broken down into ordinary time (plain hot dog) advent (chili dog) lent (corndog) and easter (chicago style dog, or, refional style)
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Buckinghamshire Archives @bucksarchives.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Who doesn't love a bit of gossip?
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Prof. Ian Walker @ianwalker.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
I cycled to work the longer way today. At 5.5 miles, that's further than most UK car trips - yet it took me just 22 minutes We urgently need to unblock and enable the millions of short active trips that are being blocked every day because of our collective car dependency. Our health depends on it
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
@heritagewshc.bsky.social
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
VCH Volume 20...thanking archives, museums and the wider heritage sector for the access and sources. Thanks to the editors and supporters. It's been amazing being part of the journey @vch-home.bsky.social @chippenhammuseum.bsky.social @adamchapman.bsky.social @heritagewshc.bsky.social
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Some days, there is a need to come to this most special place. Here, the quiet drowns the bustle even outside the window behind me, I can hear tourists chatting, the choir practicing, but this chapel is still peaceful. Thinking today of a very special family dealing with some devastating news.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
@ruthdotbutler.bsky.social you'll like this
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Band gig today - went well, needed Pimm's afterwards though. It's tiring performing music, especially when I was trying to stop the music blowing away most of the time. (I had so much fun though, playing some absolutely glorious pieces including some tip top Jacob De Haan.) #ConfinedCocktails
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
I'm so excited to get this beautiful design by @selarin.bsky.social inked in the next couple of weeks! A homage to my girlcat and her perfect feet, created from a photo.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
A much needed visit to the Lounge for post work drinks. How is it only Wednesday!
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
I love this river! #BristolAvon #Chippenham
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Association of English Cathedrals @englishcathedrals.co.uk · 29/06/2026
If England lets its cathedrals crumble, it will be everybody’s loss. Cathedrals are for Everyone and they Need our Support People walk into cathedrals for all sorts of reasons. They simply step inside and the building does the rest. ow.ly/g3WG50Zga8q
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Cathedrals are for Everyone and they Need our Support - The Association of English Cathedrals
If England lets its cathedrals crumble, it will be everybody’s loss.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Today was another Prosecco in Cathedrals day, as we celebrated Debbie Orriss' first Eucharist after she was ordained Priest yesterday. I was so privileged to serve for this wonderful person.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
I keep promising my poor cats (who luckily can't understand me) that "tomorrow will be cooler" and while ok today is cooler than yesterday, it is still massively unpleasant. And the cats are still shouting at me.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Today I got my nails done, I am in love
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Someone I used to know, and very much respected, who was key in my involvement at the Cathedral, died last night. I had been waiting for and dreading the news for some years. Now the news has come, we move into a time of gratefulness for his ministry and for his life, despite its brevity.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Albie is all of us.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
A month or so after #Eurovision2026, I have been listening to all the songs and found some real favourites, particularly among some who didn't get through to the Grand Final. Now watching Semi Final 1 which is really fabulous when you know the songs well.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
I broke out in a sweat just cleaning my teeth just now. Popped into a cold shower for a bit and then started sweating again on the short walk to bed Yay
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
Just remembered it's the solstice tomorrow! Alarm is set for a nice early walk (used to be a 5k run, those were the days)
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
It's a warm #Caturday and I suspect there will be little affection and contact over the next few days from this one and her brother, so I am pleased for a reminder of how pretty her feet are and what a superstar she is before we all get too hot to care.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Thrilling to witness the first being unwrapped at @heritagewshc.bsky.social
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Is anyone else just absolutely delighted by poppies this year?
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
The epic cross stitch I did for my friend has now been handed over and suitably appreciated, so I can finally share it :) Next up, an even trickier one for another friend (she knows about this!)
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Today my hygienist asked me, halfway through my appointment, if I was ok. I was not ok. I was in the middle of a hygienist appointment.
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
#blep #caturday This week has been FOUL, mostly because I've been away from this one and her brother for long days. That included today, but I took this photo last night and I've looked at it a lot. #beauty
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Ally McConnell @allymcc50.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
I had a lot of fun at a work social this evening and re-ordered wine too close to my planned train to drink it. So a happy journey to me
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Ben Subeck @bensubeck.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
🚨 BREAKING: new 6-wheeled Nissan Rogue just dropped (courtesy of Google Maps street view) 🚨
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