Pole Position

“Angus Watt’s multi-hued banners wave the flag at cultural festivals all over the world. On the eve of Adelaide’s WOMAD event, Jane Cornwell sees which way the wind blows.”

Interview with flag-makerĀ Angus Watts.

Moroccan Nights

ā€œThe most important single element of Morocco’s folk culture is its music,ā€ wrote the author and musicologist Paul Bowles, who loved the place. ā€œThe entire history and mythology of the people is clothed in song.ā€

A short article on Morocco’sĀ Festival Gnaoua et Musiques du Monde, part of a guide to music festivals in AfricaĀ for Travel Africa magazine.

Culture Club

“Those without a country estate can join the club at Ireland’s Castle Leslie, where good manners and outrageous behaviour are as welcome as low-key celebrities. Jane Cornwell saddles up for a unique experience.”

Article on Ireland’s Castle Leslie. (Part One,Ā Part TwoĀ andĀ Part Three)