That’s me done 14% of the Walk 1000 Miles challenge. So 141.85 miles down and 858.15 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
Happy National Handcuff Day – 2026
Happy National Handcuff Day – 2026! Hope you all, spent at least some of the day in handcuffs!
EPSON EcoTank ET-2876 All-in-One Wireless Inkjet Printer
Middle of February 2026 most popular photos
Below are the top five most looked at photos on this website so far during February 2026.
Number 1 (35 views) : HUUB Brownlee Agilis wetsuit
Number 2 (32 views) : Team GB adidas Varilite Down Hooded Jacket
Number 3 (32 views) : Boys Get Sad Too hoody
Number 4 (29 views) : HUUB Brownlee Agilis wetsuit
Number 5 (28 views) : HUUB Brownlee Agilis wetsuit
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UK TV programmes to watch this week : 14/02/2026
Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 15th February 2026)
The Nonnatus team help a young father come to terms with a life-threatening diagnosis and Trixie uncovers a mystery illness in a female wrestler.
Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 16th February 2026) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **
A reclusive pensioner is shot dead in his home, and a figure matching the description of an unassuming accountant was witnessed fleeing the crime scene. However, the suspect has a rock-solid alibi. Meanwhile, the commissioner is determined to get the islanders back on side with a community-focused initiative, but tensions rise when Mervin goes rogue during the launch event.
Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 17th February 2026)
The Enemy Within (Part 1/2). Series 29, episode 3. The forensic crime team looks into a fatal stabbing that appears to have been racially motivated – but as the investigation unfolds, and the team slowly uncovers evidence pointing to a likely suspect, racial tension rises all across the city. At the same time, Jack’s gym buddies turn out to be not the men he thought they were, while Kit begins to have doubts about her relationship with Magath.
Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 18th February 2026)
The Enemy Within (Part 2/2). Series 29, episode 4. The forensics team find flaws in the evidence against the prime suspect, leaving DI Ahmed furious that she is unable to charge anyone and appease the continuing anger and violence in the community. Jack meets up with his new ‘friends’ in the pub and is asked whether he can be trusted to share and uphold their patriotic values, while Kit discovers the true identity of Alex Nelson. There soon follows another attack, and for one member of the police team, it’s personal.
Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 20th February 2026) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **
The team investigate when an elderly parishioner from Seb’s church is killed by a large cross in what seems like a tragic accident, but Mervin suspects foul play. Seb struggles to keep his emotions out of a highly personal case and Mervin redoubles his efforts to settle into life on the island.
All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119
On This Day : 13/02/2006
On This Day : 12/02/2006
On This Day back in 2006! First of all, how was that 20 years ago?!?! I was all covered in mud, after just getting back in from a cycle!
Oh, I really need to see, if the SixSixOne full comp bike helmet still fits me or not…
Now done 11% of Walk 1000 Miles – 2026
That’s me done 11% of the Walk 1000 Miles challenge. So 110.00 miles down and 890.00 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
Now done 10% of Walk 1000 Miles – 2026
That’s me done 10% of the Walk 1000 Miles challenge. So 103.79 miles down and 896.21 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
UK TV programmes to watch this week : 07/02/2026
Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 8th February 2026)
A woman buys food for a family celebration from Violet, but that night, everyone in attendance is struck mysteriously ill. Fred oversees plumbers wrestling with decayed lead pipes in Cyril’s flat, an expectant mother wants a home birth to link her own and her husband’s traditions. Timothy passes his medical exams but is undecided about becoming a GP or a surgeon.
Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 9th February 2026)
The Enemy Within (Part 1). Series 29, episode 3. Part one of two. The forensic crime team looks into a fatal stabbing that appears to have been racially motivated – but as the investigation unfolds, and the team slowly uncovers evidence pointing to a likely suspect, racial tension rises all across the city. At the same time, Jack’s gym buddies turn out to be not the men he thought they were, while Kit begins to have doubts about her relationship with Magath. Crime drama, starring Emilia Fox, David Caves, Maggie Steed and Francesca Mills.
Guy Martin’s House Without Bills (Channel 4/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 9th February 2026)
The engineer investigates how to keep homes cheaper to heat, working on a project to turn a typical 1930s semi into one of the most energy-efficient homes in Britain. Guy helps to fit the best insulation, draught-proofing and ventilation, as he explores the science behind the much-discussed heat pump and learns lessons that will help every household reduce costs.
Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 10th February 2026)
The Enemy Within (Part 2). Series 29, episode 4. Part two of two. The forensics team find flaws in the evidence against the prime suspect, leaving DI Ahmed furious that she is unable to charge anyone and appease the continuing anger and violence in the community. Jack meets up with his new ‘friends’ in the pub and is asked whether he can be trusted to share and uphold their patriotic values, while Kit discovers the true identity of Alex Nelson. There soon follows another attack, and for one member of the police team, it’s personal. Crime drama, starring Emilia Fox, David Caves, Maggie Steed and Francesca Mills.
All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119