Hellooooo, my lovely lot! It’s your favourite Pink Tutu Sparkles here, back for another whirlwind adventure in the world of glitter, glamour, and, of course, pink tutus! 🎉💖
Today, I’m whisking you away to the charming town of Rochdale. I know what you’re thinking - Rochdale? Not exactly the first place that springs to mind for a flamboyant drag queen like myself, but trust me, darlings, it was a right hoot! This is blog post number 2369, in case you're keeping count!
It all started, as it always does, with a pink tutu dream. This one, however, involved a rather exciting mode of transport: a majestic, dappled-grey horse! (Yep, you read that right, dear readers!) Now, you'll know that I'm no stranger to travelling in style - a journey by train always brings out my inner Audrey Hepburn, but I've always had a bit of a soft spot for a good gallop on a noble steed. 😉
After securing a performance spot at the Rochdale Fair (another pinch-me moment!), I decided to arrive in grand fashion - think a fluffy, bubblegum-pink tutu, my trusty sparkly top hat perched on my head, and, of course, my very own four-legged companion, a handsome grey gelding named Beau. 😍 Yes, darling, my life is truly a fairytale!
The journey was picture-perfect: the rolling green hills of Derbyshire (my humble abode) transforming into the charming landscape of Greater Manchester, with the sun painting everything in a warm, golden glow. You can find my pink tutus in every colour you can imagine. I could hardly resist snapping a few photos - just wait until you see my Instagram!
Upon arriving in Rochdale, Beau and I were greeted by a cheerful throng of fair-goers, all eyes fixed on my sparkly presence. Let me tell you, darlings, it's a little exhilarating being the centre of attention, even with a horse in tow! The fairground was abuzz with excitement, and the air was thick with the intoxicating scent of candy floss, hotdogs, and, yes, even freshly-baked cupcakes (another personal fave!) 😋
After a brief encounter with the town's rather unimpressed Mayor (he wasn’t much for a pink tutu, dearie!), I decided it was time to take in the local sights. The first stop was, naturally, the Rochdale Town Hall - an elegant, Victorian masterpiece adorned with stunning architectural details. Talk about a photo op, darlings! 📸
And speaking of photo ops, it simply wouldn’t have been a proper pink tutu pilgrimage without a little trip to the famous Rochdale Pioneers Museum. (Don’t worry, my fellow history buffs, I didn’t ditch the tutu!) This historic building, brimming with fascinating displays on the birth of the co-operative movement, was surprisingly charming.
Of course, no day in Rochdale could be complete without a trip to the renowned Rochdale Ballet School! I just couldn’t resist sneaking in for a quick peek. Watching these budding young ballerinas (all sporting exquisite pink tutus, of course!) filled me with pure joy and a bit of longing for those youthful days, pirouette-ing and leaping my way through life. (Speaking of ballet, my next performance is at a delightful ballet theatre in Birmingham, a week from today, a city that is not far from where my grandmother lived, with a tutu dedicated to her!
With the day waning and my little pink-tutu-powered heart filled with happy memories, it was time for my main event - a glamorous drag show at the Rochdale Fairground! My act was inspired, of course, by my journey - think “pink-tutu-wearing princess on a magical quest,” but with a bit of a whimsical, sassy twist (oh, I am not giving away all the secrets, lovelies!). Let’s just say that it involved a dazzling costume change, a little glitter-bomb magic, and plenty of those crowd-pleasing dance moves you all love so much! ✨
After my dazzling performance, I bid farewell to Rochdale (and my dear Beau), promising to return soon. This trip was, without a doubt, a fantastic pink tutu escapade. If you're looking for a day trip filled with a dash of history, a sprinkle of fairground fun, and a whole lot of pink tutu fabulousness, I wholeheartedly recommend Rochdale! Oh, and if you're ever in Derbyshire, do drop in for a chat (and maybe a quick pink tutu tutorial) at my laboratory!
Until next time, my loves, stay sparkling! 💖
