Dunkeld & Birnam arts and crafts fair

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

Norway’s 1996 squad wasn’t just a group of players, it was a generation that punched far above its weight. Thorstvedt, Haaland, and Sørloth were part of a rugged, disciplined era when Norway shocked giants, climbed into the FIFA top 10, and qualified for back‑to‑back World Cups.

They were workmanlike footballers who carried a small nation into its golden age, building a legacy rooted in grit rather than glamour. No one in that moment could have imagined that three decades later, their own sons would not only follow in their footsteps, but become the faces of a new Norwegian football renaissance.

Fast‑forward to 2026, and the parallel feels almost cinematic. Kristian Thorstvedt, Erling Haaland, and Alexander Sørloth aren’t just players, they’re global stars, leading Norway with a level of firepower the country has never seen. The symmetry is uncanny: same surnames, same positions, same red shirts, but a completely different footballing world.

What was once a hardworking underdog team has evolved into a squad with genuine world‑class talent, and the fathers’ legacy has transformed into the sons’ promise. It’s not just a coincidence, it’s a generational echo that feels like sports destiny.

10/07/2026

29/10/2024

Sorry Tammy and David got that wrong happy 19th anniversary

29/10/2024

Happy 18th anniversary to my dear daughter Tammy and son-in-law David. Wishing you many more happy years.

29/10/2024

Sir David Jason and his brother Arthur White.

Although Sir David is a huge star in the UK, Arthur White is a seasoned English actor himself whose work spans both stage and screen. Born in Finchley, Middlesex, in 1933, White has brought countless characters to life across iconic British television. Many recognise him for his memorable role as Ernie Trigg, the collator in A Touch of Frost, where his meticulous nature added depth to the crime drama’s police team.

Throughout his career, White has appeared in classic series like The Professionals, where he portrayed Freddy in a 1978 episode, and The Darling Buds of May. He’s also been seen in popular British shows such as Crossroads, London's Burning, and As Time Goes By. In 2008, he charmed audiences in The Colour of Magic, a comic fantasy that showed his range in diverse roles. Beyond acting, White has shared his experiences of life during WWII in 13 Hours That Saved Britain, offering insight into his childhood during the Blitz.

29/10/2024