2nd September 2011 6:30pm, Paignton In Paignton you can go visit the zoological gardens, as I did, but of course Paignton has a lot more to offer. Having stayed in Paignton before, some 10 odd years ago, I had to go back to the 'Leisure 2000' one of the largest amusements in town. Of course, I would've never exchanged money, a 2 pound coin say, to play one of the slot machines, or coin dozers (why should I; I can play that for free on the iPhone). But, frugal as...

31st August 2011 8pm, Paignton The weather today was perfect. Although it was overcast, I can say it was perfect. Perfect weather to go to the zoo. I like zoos... I have been to a fair share of zoos and so I know that they are very popular and usually pretty crowded. That is why I decided to go very early in the morning, right when the gate opens, so as to avoid the masses that will eventually come pouring in later in the day. I was very proud of my clever idea...