The Redshank is a common wading bird most often seen as it probes the mudflats looking for worms and molluscs. … More
Month: August 2016
Charles James Napier
Charles James Napier was born in the Palace of Whitehall in London in August 1782 into a military family. Aged 12 … More
Northumbrian Wildlife: Guillemots
Some pictures of Guillemots from Staple Island. These amazing ‘cities’ of birds crowded on the cliff tops.
Kensington Palace (1): The History
When William and Mary arrived in England in 1689 to take the throne they purchased Nottingham House in the village … More
London Churches: St Mary Woolnooth
It is thought that this has been a site of worship for over 2000 years as excavations have revealed the presence … More
Comma
This attractive butterfly is common in England and Wales and is one of the few species which is expanding its … More
Statues and Monuments: The Renwick Memorial
A trip out of London for today’s post: The Renwick memorial (also known as ‘The Response’) is to be found in … More
Northumbrian Wildlife: Atlantic Puffins
Atlantic Puffins must be one of the most delightful creatures. It was amazing to see so many on Staple Island … More
Statues and Monuments: Albert Memorial
The memorial, designed by Sir Gilbert Scott, was commissioned by Queen Victoria in memory of her husband Prince Albert, who had died in … More
London Churches: St Martin Orgar
All that remains of the church of St Martin Orgar in the city of London is it’s bell tower. The … More