I Have Been Told Off

The “Holy Island of Lindisfarne” is an island stuck out on the north-east coast of England. Monks and hermits have lived there since forever. They first settled on the rock for protection against savage raiders. Having once spent a couple of evenings in Newcastle, I know how they felt.

“Lindisfarne” is also the name of a 70s rock-folk band from north-east England. The band has something of a cult following – which is a polite way of saying it’s available to play weddings and 60+ birthday parties.

One of these died-in-the-wool folk fans got in touch and irately pointed out that I spelt “Lindisfarne” as “Lindasfarn” in my post about fog. I have now corrected the post and offer my sincere apologies.

It has also been pointed out that Stevenage is in south-east England and nowhere near the Tyne. Therefore the post in question is a gratuitous reference to a bunch of ageing hippies and should be deleted immediately.

Fair point.

To make the post less gratuitous and in way of apology, tonight’s music video rip-off will be of Lindisfarne performing “Lady Eleanor”. This is one of their most loved songs.

Enjoy

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