Nev kept in constant touch about my arrival times ans his availibility and when it became clear that he would not be in when I arrived, he arranged for me to be able to pick up the keys close by. Upon arrival I discovered a very clean and orderly apartment with a cosy feel to it; the guitars on the wall lending a bohemian air to the proceedings. Everything in the apartment worked the way it should and was spotlessly clean.

The apartment is right in the heart of Manchester, about 2 minutes walk from Oxford street station, 5 minutes from Piccadilly. The University is right around the corner and the night-life is all around. This might at first be a little off-putting, but the excellent triple glazing ensures that almost none of the street noise reaches the inner sanctum.

Nev himself was a congenial, considerate and understanding host, especially when I accidentally knocked over and broke a picture frame. Due to my own busy schedule, I didn't see much of Nev, which was a shame as he is an engaging person: next time...