Talks At The English Library – March
This year's monthly Autumn/Winter talks at the English Library conclude on March 20 with Graham Taylor for a talk on Marianne North, a Victorian botanist and artist who travelled the world, compiling a journal of her experiences. Graham introduces us to the intrepid explorer and relates her visit to Tenerife. All talks cost €15 and... Continue reading→
Jardines de la Atalaya
Join us for a walk around the beautiful Jardines de la Atalaya in Puerto de la Cruz! In this video, we explore one of the Island’s hidden gems—a lush, serene garden that offers stunning views, tropical plants, and a peaceful atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of the charming town of Puerto de la Cruz,... Continue reading→
Talks At The English Library – February
This year's monthly Autumn/Winter talks at the English Library continue on February 20 with Chris Hair for another of his talks on Ancient Egypt: this time he examines the fact and fiction surrounding Cleopatra VII, one of only a handful of female pharaohs that ruled that remarkable civilisation. The season concludes in March with... Continue reading→
Talks At The English Library – January
This year's monthly Autumn/Winter talks at the English Library continue on January 16 with a fascinating offering from Derek Winterbottom as he relates the enthralling story of the relationship between crime sleuth Agatha Christie and her husband Archie. February sees the return of Chris Hair with another of his talks on Ancient Egypt: this time... Continue reading→
Guided Tour of Historical Gardens & Plazas of Puerto de la Cruz Part 2
Part 2 of our series celebrating Puerto in Bloom with volunteer tour guide Ramon Michan, begins at Sitio Litre after having enjoyed a cup of Tea and a fresh Scone with Clotted Cream at the Café Orquidea. We learn of the history of the gardens at Sitio Litre, as well as the original gardens of... Continue reading→
Guided Tour of Historical Gardens & Plazas of Puerto de la Cruz
Part one of a two part series, where we celebrated the week of Puerto in Bloom with local volunteer tourist guide Ramon Michan as we wander around the gardens and plazas of Puerto de la Cruz. In this first part, we start at the All Saints Anglican Church, and we pass by the Gran Hotel... Continue reading→
Elevador de agua de Gordejuela
Perhaps one of the most fascinating abandoned and derelict buildings on the island of Tenerife – certainly in the north of the island anyway – is the old pumping station on the coastline near the village of Los Realejos, known locally as “El Elevador de Aguas de Gordejuela” or “Casa Hamilton”. History of the Building...
A British History in Puerto de la Cruz
Local renowned author John Reid recently spent a morning chatting to me about his family and his life in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife. The Reid family originally came to the Canary Islands back in 1812, and John very kindly shared elements of his family history from then until present day. He talks about the... Continue reading→
Talks At The English Library
This year's monthly Autumn/Winter talks at the English Library start on November 14 with a fascinating offering by Sheila Perrin entitled "Hurricanes and Harassed Hoteliers: A Day in the Life of a Tour Manager". Sheila spent many years leading groups to the four corners of the globe, and in this talk she relates some of... Continue reading→
The Fountains of Puerto de la Cruz
Discover the enchanting fountains of Puerto de la Cruz! Once vital for locals, they offer a glimpse into the town's rich heritage.