Please Send me a Postcard

OK so I’m a few days late from bonfire night but here it is anyway (there’s less than a year ’til the next one). This one comes from Lewes in East Sussex, yet another place in the UK I haven’t visited. This postcard also comes with the photographer’s name ‘Ian Cumming‘ (no sniggering at the back!)

Now if you look at the picture closely, that looks like houses on the right. So was this a bonfire or street riots? Hmm, I’m not so sure about visiting after all. The postcard was sent in from Robin [thanks!] with this tip.

Do not visit Lewes on Bonfire Night if you are of a nervous disposition!

Looking at this picture one may add, “don’t visit if you don’t want your car overturned and used a burning barricade. Too harsh?

Thanks Robin for sending this one in.

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Our second postcard comes from Paris and yet again has a food theme. Jordan’s postcard suggested eating a Baguette ‘en plein air’ this one has a restaurant recommendation. The postcard is an official one from Cafe du Flore but recommends a bistro called Chez Fernand. I have Googled Chez Fernand and this is the link which I have been told is correct.

The postcard…

The tip comes from Jon, Jan, Jem ? JIM! The tip:

Eat at Chez Fernand, a great French Bistro. Try the strawberry soup, its mental. PS – Its packed!

Strawberry Soup? I’ve heard of Pesto Ice Cream but this is a new one on me, must try it. Thanks!

Would you like to send me a postcard? PSMAP | PO Box 906 | Ipswich | IP1 9PP | UK

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OK this has to rival Ewan’s postcard for the most ‘non travel’ front but it made me laugh!

This postcard came from Dean, in the land of Islington. North London.

This is Dean’s second attempt to send a postcard, we have yet to see the first one. Maybe those postal strikes have it caught somewhere in the system.

So, Dean’s tip is:

When in Islington forego the trendy lure of Upper Street and head to the Holloway Road for excellent food at El Rincon Quiteno – Ecuadorian, tasty and very cool vibe.

That sounds nice, thanks Dean!

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This is a nice postcard. It is from Rye in East Sussex. The front of the postcard shows some nice scenes (Rye is yet another place I have never been.)

The scenes are (clockwise from top left):

1. Mermaid Street
2. Lion Street
3. The Mint
4. The Old White House Windmill

Onto the tip, sent in from Jenny & Tone (thanks!)

Greetings from historic Rye. Our travel tip: Hotels and guest homes will put the photos of their best rooms on their site – check what you are getting to avoid disappointment! (We have an avocado bathroom suite circa 1982!)

With the ’80′s back in fashion I am surprised they weren’t charged a premium for the bathroom suite! Oh well, hopefully it didn’t spoil their trip. Thanks for sending a postcard.

Would you like to send me a postcard? PSMAP | PO Box 906 | Ipswich | IP1 9PP | UK

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It is great to see postcards coming in from different parts of the world, as we all as across the country. This morning’s postcard comes from Henry, showcasing Cornish Harbours.

The postcard says these are Boscastle, Mevagissey, Falmouth and Polperro. Is that clockwise? I have only been to Cornwall once in my life and saw Moushole which has a charming story about the Mousehole Cat and Star Gazey Pie.

Anyhoo, the tip today is more of a statement than a tip. Henry is clearly too cool for this postcard,

I haven’t got time to write this crap

which appears as a rubber stamp. I wonder if Henry keeps the stamp at the office? Hmm, I am starting to like the sound of that.. Thanks Henry!!

Would you like to send me a postcard? PSMAP | PO Box 906 | Ipswich | IP1 9PP | UK

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When I started asking for postcards I expected people to send postcards of places, or stunning views. I didn’t expect someone to send me a postcard of themselves! Not that I’m complaining – this postcard comes from the mighty Ewan Spence and his TPN Rock show. The postcard itself describes TPN Rock as “a weekly mp3 music show of the best unsigned and unknown rock music in the world.”

So, enough of the shameless promotion, here is Ewan’s tip:

When in Austin, the only place to eat is Magnolia’s Cafe on South Congress.

Thanks Ewan for sending the postcard and sharing the tip! I’m hoping to go to SXSW next year so I can try out the cafe.

Do you have your own postcards? They are all welcome here.

Would you like to send me a postcard? PSMAP | PO Box 906 | Ipswich | IP1 9PP | UK

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A piece of sunshine came in the post today, from Cannes, in the South of France. I debated about putting the postcard up due to its ‘naughty’ nature but decided to proceed. Let me know if this is not acceptable (nb – this is as risque as I will publish.)

So, this postcard comes from Mike,

If you come to Cannes, try eating at Cafe Roma – it is a great place to eat good food with large portions and a fair price. It is very close to the Croisette and always buzzing. Try the Salad du Chef (its huge!) and the chips!

Thanks Mike! Mmm, I’m hungry already! I googled Cafe Roma and they have a site here.

Would you like to send me a postcard? PSMAP | PO Box 906 | Ipswich | IP1 9PP | UK

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Our first postcard comes from Lerwick, in the wonderful Shetland Islands.

Shetland Museum, Hays Dock, Lerwick

This has got to be the best museum ever, stunningly presented, beautiful building to house the boats and artefacts. For me the best bit i outside, in front of the green building. Four speakers which [quietly] broadcast snippets of stories as told by the old locals, and traditional music. When the wind changes, so does the story or the music. A must see.

from Lorna

Thanks Lorna, we are delighted to welcome you as the first postcard.

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Hi, thanks for reading.

So, what is Please Send me a Postcard?

The concept is simple. I am asking you to send me a postcard from wherever you are, or whever you are going. On the postcard I am asking for one travel tip. This could be, “if you are in New Jersey, try the burgers at Janey’s” – really anything you want.

You then send it to me:

PSMAP
PO Box 906
Ipswich
IP1 9PP

I then receive your postcard, scan the front and write up the tip, sharing it with you all. If you wish to add a relevant link that would be useful for our readers, then please do. Note, however that I will check all links and won’t publish anything that is rude, offensive of no value or relevance.

If you wish to leave your name, I will credit it to you, using first names only.

And that’s it! If you wish me to let you know when your postcard is up add your co-ordinates (email, twitter, whatever) – I will not publish, share, rent or sell these details.

Why are you doing this?

I feel the art of postcard writing has been lost. It is quicker to text from the beach than send a postcard. I am just as guilty as the next person for not sending postcards. I thought this would be an interesting exercise to see if people will send me a postcard and from where. I sometimes daydream that we could get a postcard from every country in the world, or break the Guinness World Record for number of postcards [I don't know if there is one!] but those are just daydreams.

If we get enough postcards to make this interesting then I will be happy.

This is not a money making exercise, so you shouldn’t see much advertising on here. If the site takes off I may need a little to cover post costs and stuff but we will see. This site does not need to be commercial and I don’t want it to be.

Who is behind it?

Hi, I’m Jamie Riddell – I live in Suffolk, on the East Coast of England with my family. I have a succesful background in digital marketing and I am currently taking time to have some fun. You can read my other blog here, or my professional biography here. I am also on Twitter.

What’s the Catch?

There is no catch. This site will succeed only if I get enough postcards to make this interesting so I do need your help.

So.. please send me a postcard!

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