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@llafgorf.bsky.social
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North of England (Colne Valley). No spring chicken.

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Inspirational Skeletor @skeletorinspires.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Whatever it is youre seeking won't come in the form you're expecting. Says Skeletor always surprised by how correct it is that you don’t ways get what you want, you get what you need.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
R.I.P. Bolt 😭 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Famous Huddersfield Railway Station cat Bolt dies in accident
Tributes are paid to Huddersfield Railway Station's senior pest controller Bolt.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
It starts today, folks. #Huddersfield huddersfieldhub.co.uk/our-cultural...
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Our Cultural Heart becomes a reality as Huddersfield Library Hub and Queensgate Square open to the public - Huddersfield Hub
Our Cultural Heart – a £200 million re-imagining of Huddersfield town centre – is fast becoming a reality - but this is only the start
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Miles John @gabaghoulcomics.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
DROP WHAT YOU'RE DOING AND WATCH THE TRAILER FOR MY BRAND SPANKING NEW CARTOON!! youtu.be/PHum4bfaF48?...
youtu.be
JACK MACKEREL : PRIVATE EYE | OFFICIAL TRAILER
YouTube video by Miles John
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Frogfall @frogfall.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
21-27 September - events #Huddersfield #Queensgate www.creativekirklees.com/en-UK/topic/...
creativekirklees.com
Creative Kirklees
Creative Kirklees
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The new "Queensgate Square" is slowly getting there. They have been planting the borders. #Huddersfield #westyorkshire #modernism #Queensgate
Queensgate Square, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
MeshCore companion node, boxed-up with battery and coiled USB charging lead. Temporarily portable (not weatherproof), but good enough to take outside on a nice day, for a long stroll, to map out repeater node reception across the valley. (Pen for scale) #MeshCore #Yorkshire #MeshRadio
Heltec V3 MeshCore companion node, boxed-up with battery and coiled USB charging lead. Temporarily portable (not weatherproof), but good enough to take outside on a nice day, for a long stroll, to map out repeater node reception across the valley.  (Pen for scale)
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
I'm quite impressed with the reach of my MeshCore node, so far. And it's only been running since yesterday evening.
MeshCore repeaters appearing on a map of the UK - reached since yesterday evening from West Yorkshire.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Still not quite sure about doing this...
Radio Society of Great Britain "manual" for the Foundation Level exam.
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The Dobson Family and Colin the Dalek @dobbersw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Had just enough time to plant these drought-resistant beauties before staring at the eclipse and tonight's meteor shower. See you all in the morning.
A couple of BBC era Triffids outside a very nice house which is sadly not ours.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Eclipse, west Yorkshire, using a colander, on the back of a convenient van.
Eclipse, west Yorkshire, using a colander, on the back of a convenient van.
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Babs 🩵🐝⌛️🦋🔻 @babs05.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
'An American interviewer asked Count Binface where he stands on the British political spectrum.' x.com/WokeratiMart...
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
You may have seen I broadcast a message to planet Earth from the edge of space. I thought it was equally important to speak to deep space about you and your lovely little planet. But I thought humans might like to see it too, so here it is. #Clacton #VoteBinface
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Count Binface becomes the first UK Parliamentary Candidate to broadcast from space. youtube.com/watch?v=Aln6Iif8tKk
youtube.com
My Message to Planet Earth
YouTube video by Count Binface
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Frogfall @frogfall.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Good words to live by.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Yesterday's cricket in Golcar. Signs of village normality in an increasingly mad world.
Cricket being played in Golcar
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paulusthewoodgnome @paulusthewoodgnome.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
👆 'A new type of railway system is on trial in Coventry city centre. VLR (Very Light Rail) is a battery-powered tram which is cheaper, lighter and quicker to build than conventional systems.' youtu.be/jHd_e62FIf8?...
youtu.be
The Coventry Very Light Rail is Here!
YouTube video by Geoff Marshall
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Frogfall @frogfall.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
The Scape House
The Scape House, scapegoat hill
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Frogfall @frogfall.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Farm wind turbines on Scapegoat Hill.
Scapegoat Hill wind turbines
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
There now follows a party election broadcast by the Count Binface Party, And if I do say so myself, it's a banger. #VoteBinface #Clacton
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
In Clacton right now. (Real, not AI!) #VoteBinface
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History and Heritage Yorkshire @handhyorkshire.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
🧵The so called Battle of New Wortley Railway Bridge occurred during the 1890 Leeds Gas Workers Strike. The conflict erupted after the Leeds Corporation Gas Committee sought to impose contract changes, including reduced summer wages and extended shifts. When workers resisted, management locked them
The illustration depicts the Battle of New Wortley Railway Bridge during the 1890 Leeds Gas Workers Strike. This original print comes from The Graphic, a popular illustrated British weekly newspaper. It was published shortly after the event occurred in July 1890
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
53,800 of these bad boys are landing in Clacton. Ain’t they beauts? #VoteBinface
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Can electoral lightning strike twice? #VoteBinface #Clacton
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Here it is. My manifesto for the 2026 Clacton By-Election. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Join me, clean up Clacton and let's make 13th August Bin Day! #VoteBinface #VoteyMcVoteface #YesWeTinCan
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Frogfall @frogfall.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Bradford Festival
Giant dancing fox on a scooter
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLjD...
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Here She Comes (Giorgio Moroder - Bonnie Tyler)
YouTube video by RADIO MIPEBAR
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Count Binface to challenge Farage in a Head-to-Bin www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGOm...
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Count Binface: I'll take on Farage in by-election | BBC Radio 4 Today
YouTube video by BBC Politics
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Not exactly air-con, but the breeze feels nice...
Two frozen ice-packs, in front of a domestic fan.  A makeshift air cooler.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
www.newscientist.com/article/2530...
The pathetic sharks - VIZ
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIty...
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"Weird Al" Yankovic - Bob (HD Version)
YouTube video by alyankovicVEVO
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jwo...
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Public Service Broadcasting - People Will Always Need Coal
YouTube video by PSBHQ
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Global primary energy consumption by source 1850-2024.  Overall growth of consumption is faster than the amount renewables being added.  Hence all three fossil sources are still increasing too.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Greenfield (Saddleworth), earlier today.
Goldstone Brass Band, in Greenfield (Saddleworth), earlier today.
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Internet Archive @archive.org · 28/05/2026
🧵 “People aren’t sure what’s true, and what libraries are here for is to help with that.” So says Brewster Kahle, digital librarian of the Internet Archive, discussing the future of the Wayback Machine on ABC Radio National (Australia) 🇦🇺. 🎧 Listen ⤵️ www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
So that's where they got the idea.
Tunnock's teacakes
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Curse of Private Equity Morrisons to close 100 stores. Blames govt, silent on PE looting. PE loaded company with £6.6bn debt, cut staff, sold-off petrol stations, indulged in sale and leaseback of assets, extracted returns, devoured. To tackle PE - End tax tax relief on interest payments.
bbc.co.uk
Morrisons planning to close 100 stores in next few months
It said difficulties had been exacerbated by "significant cost increases resulting from government policy choices".
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Abandoned slate mine, near Corris, Wales. Apparently it was for sale some time ago. But it looks like no supervillains were available who fancied turning it into a mountain lair.
Abandoned slate mine, near Corris, Wales.  Apparently it was for sale some time ago.  But it looks like no supervillains were available who wanted to turn it into a mountain lair.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
There is a bizarre model "Italian village" near Corris in West Wales.
Model Italian village, near Corris, West Wales.Model Italian village, near Corris, West Wales.Model Italian village, near Corris, West Wales.Model Italian village, near Corris, West Wales.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
There is a pharmacy in Aberdyfi that was established in 1863, and is still a pharmacy.
There is a pharmacy in Aberdyfi that was established in 1863, and is still a pharmacy. It says "Medical Hall" above it, and the shop front looks to be original.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
View from the "bandstand" above Aberdyfi (Aberdovey), West Wales. It's not actually a bandstand, unless it is meant for a three piece band. It's a shelter on a viewing point.
View from the "bandstand" above Aberdyfi (Aberdovey), West Wales. It's not actually a bandstand, unless it is meant for a three piece band. It's a shelter on a viewing point.
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Huddersfield Exposed @huddersfield.exposed · 11/05/2026
In the Huddersfield area, wool is harvested from sheep who roam deep under the ground #TrueFacts
Before anyone replies, "yes", I do know it's a mistranscription of "woollen minder" ;-P
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New Scientist @newscientist.com · 11/05/2026
People often ask who might replace the nature broadcaster, who turns 100 this week. The truth is that he’s irreplaceable, but a wide range of voices are attempting to fill his shoes.
newscientist.com
David Attenborough is one of a kind, for better or worse
People often ask who might replace the nature broadcaster, who turns 100 this week. The truth is that he’s irreplaceable, but a wide range of voices are attempting to fill his shoes.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
This was the result in Colne Valley East. The tactical vote should have been LibDem here - but that message hasn't got through to most voters, hence we've ended up with 3 Reform councillors.
Pie chart of Colne Valley East result.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Peregrine falcon chicks hatch in University of Leeds nest
Four chicks hatch in the nest in the Parkinson Tower, which is part of the University of Leeds.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Free-form Maypole by the Rochdale Canal in Hebden Bridge, on Mayday 2026.
Free-form Maypole by the Rochdale Canal in Hebden Bridge, on Mayday 2026.
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llafgorf.bsky.social @llafgorf.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Ongoing powercuts in Slaithwaite, Bolster Moor, Scapegoat Hill, Outlane, Milnesbridge.
Ongoing powercuts in Slaithwaite, Bolster Moor, Scapegoat Hill, Outlane, Milnesbridge.
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Low-Tech Magazine @lowtechmagazine.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
solar.lowtechmagazine.com/2026/04/redi...
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Rediscovering the Handcart
A pleasure to drive, Low-tech Magazine’s handcart demonstrates the advantages of slow, human-powered transportation.
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History and Heritage Yorkshire @handhyorkshire.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Miss Marple investigates the mystery of the disappearing art-deco shop front - well Kirklees Council anyway. huddersfieldhub.co.uk/kirklees-cou...
huddersfieldhub.co.uk
Kirklees Council investigating disappearance of 1929 art deco window at Huddersfield town centre listed building - Huddersfield Hub
Kirklees Council has been asked to investigate after a former art deco shop front was seemingly replaced without planning permission
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