Author Archives: Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

REFOOD Volunteering

Posted on October 14, 2017

This is a guest article by Christine Holmes, supporting the REFOOD Programme here in the Algarve. Why would you not? Volunteer that is! It’s all a big plus as far as I’m concerned and I’ve been doing it for 20 … Continue reading →

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Sagres at Sunset

Posted on September 21, 2017

Sagres is the most westerly town of the Algarve and is an impressive display of enormous cliffs and vast beaches, with the pounding of the waves from the Atlantic Ocean and the accompanying cooler temperatures - usually carried along by … Continue reading →

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Silves Medieval - Part 2

Posted on August 21, 2017

We promised you that we would return and take more shots for you .. so here they are! This lovely lady - the enchanting Magda (above) - is going to find herself on the front cover of an Algarve magazine … Continue reading →

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The 2017 Silves Medieval Fair

Posted on August 13, 2017

It’s our favourite time of year (again!) The Silves Medieval Fair is up and running .. and of course we were there as soon as it opened with our cameras for you. We have blogged about this many times before, … Continue reading →

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ACCA’s annual charity request for children

Posted on July 29, 2017

Children’s charity ACCA has started its annual drive to ensure that youngsters across the Algarve can start the new school year with confidence … and with the basic essentials to help them achieve. And our help is needed! Although the … Continue reading →

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Silves Medieval Mural art

Posted on May 30, 2017

The city of Silves has been busy brightening up its streets thanks to the brilliant grafitti art work of Hélder José (known as ‘Bamby’), and Filipe Gusmão, of Style Spectrum: They have been busy transforming the area in front of … Continue reading →

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Cancer Charity Golf Day in June

Posted on May 6, 2017

We would like to share a very special event with you which Dave Sheldrake Photography, together with our friends at Chilli Pepper Productions and other local companies, are proud to be sponsoring this June. The event is organized by Niamh’s … Continue reading →

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The White Storks are nesting

Posted on April 28, 2017

The magnificent sight of a White Stork in full flight is one of the most amazing sights for us here in the Algarve. Although we know a little about these beautiful birds, who are believed to bring good luck and … Continue reading →

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‘Algarve Pop Up Art’ at Easter

Posted on March 29, 2017

New ‘Pop Up’ Gallery opens exclusively for Easter weekend - introducing and showcasing an exciting and vibrant mix of 10 artists and artisan crafters who will be exhibiting together under a brand new Algarve ‘Pop Up Art’ venture. We have been … Continue reading →

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Brexit for Brits in Portugal

Posted on March 24, 2017

The triggering of Article 50 on the 29th March is destined to be an historic day for both Britain and Europe. But what is it going to mean for Brits living in Portugal - or even for Brits wanting to travel … Continue reading →

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