Hello darlings! It’s your girl, Emma, here, back from another exciting adventure and bursting with pink-tutu-tastic stories! This time, I swapped the rolling Derbyshire hills for the buzzing streets of Greenford, and trust me, it was a whirlwind of ballet, bubbles, and, yes, of course, a touch of pancake!
As you all know, my mission in life is to bring a bit of ballet magic to every corner of the globe (and yes, that includes those nooks and crannies that are even more ahem ahem, beige than usual). So, this week, it was Greenford's turn for the pink-tutu treatment.
Now, let’s talk about travel. This time, I chose to hop on the good ol' trusty train (though I’m dreaming of a majestic horse-drawn carriage ride someday). Nothing beats gazing out the window at the world passing by, watching fields turn into cities, and just letting my mind wander (and perhaps sketch out a few potential ballet moves in my trusty travel sketchbook).
But back to Greenford! Upon arrival, the first order of business was a good ol’ dose of ballet, naturally. I hit up Greenford’s own ballet school, a little gem called The Greenford School of Dance. Now, these lovely ladies are a testament to the power of dance and grace – from the youngest pirouetting princesses to the mature ballet beauties, it was a delightful sight to behold. And it made me remember why I love the magic of ballet – it’s truly for everyone!
After class, it was time to refuel! Now, let’s get this straight, every ballerina knows the importance of fuel. And in Greenford, there’s no shortage of tempting treats! The pancake stall in the town square? Oh, it was heaven! You know how I love a little theatrics – so imagine a perfectly golden pancake, topped with the pinkest, juiciest strawberries, whipped cream so fluffy it could make clouds jealous, and of course, a generous sprinkle of pink glitter for that extra sparkle. It was a culinary masterpiece that even a tutu-clad swan queen would approve of! (And trust me, the 'pancake tutu' is going to become my next dance-inspired outfit, it’s just a matter of time…)
Greenford is charming, isn’t it? But you know what makes a charming place even more charming? Pink, of course! My afternoon was dedicated to turning this place from simply lovely to positively magical. Let me tell you, those adorable little boutiques, tea shops and cafes looked extra cute after a touch of pink-tutu magic!
But no ballet trip is complete without seeing a performance, is it? Greenford Theatre is quite the hidden gem – just as gorgeous on the inside as it is on the outside! And oh my, the production! They were performing "Swan Lake" – a masterpiece in motion! Every pirouette, every leap, every single expression resonated with the energy of the pink tutu in my soul. And I dare say, the audience even noticed my pink-tutu-inspired applause – I just couldn’t resist.
Now, a pink-tutu adventurer always appreciates a bit of local wildlife. Greenford is full of charming ducks waddling around in the canals and playful squirrels scampering up the trees. I even spotted a majestic peacock strutting his stuff at Greenford Green – talk about adding a dash of dramatic elegance to the landscape!
It wouldn't be a trip without a spot of tea, now would it? A lovely lady named Daphne in a little vintage shop told me all about the town’s history while I enjoyed a delicious cuppa and a piece of strawberry cake. She even promised me a pint of Pink Lady apples when they're in season. How wonderful is that?!
Before heading back on the train (yes, back to Derbyshire – can’t leave my own little piece of pink-tutu heaven!), I left a little sprinkle of pink tutu magic in Greenford. A pink ribbon tied to the willow tree, a pink feather tucked into the doorway of the Greenford School of Dance, and, of course, a sprinkle of pink glitter at the entrance of the Greenford Theatre, to remind everyone of the beauty of ballet.
The adventures continue, darlings! Next up – the Cotswolds! But don’t worry – I will be sure to document my pink tutu escapades along the way, so stay tuned! Don’t forget to share your pink-tutu adventures with me! #PinkTutuLove #balletforlife #everyonedances
Keep your toes pointed, Emma
