Another of my 2017 highlights has to be the views we got of Bitterns this year, especially at Minsmere.
Author: Pete
I am semi-retired after a career in medical sciences. I now work from home doing independent research and consultancy amongst other things. One advantage of this is that I do have time to indulge my interests including birdwatching, natural history, steam trains and history particularly ancient history.
Peterborough Cathedral: The precincts
The magnificent front of Peterborough Cathedral dominates the precincts The entrance to the Bishop’s Palace. the room above the … More
Scott’s disappointment
Captain Robert Falcon Scott was a British Royal Navy officer and explorer who explored the Antarctic region with the aim … More
St Bartholomew the Great, Smithfield (2)
The exterior of the building has this very attractive black and white stonework The Church has a number of chapels and … More
A spectacular sight
The sight of starlings gathering for an evening roost in winter, a murmuration, can be one of the most spectacular sights … More
Highlights of 2017:Barn Owl
Continuing my highlights of 2017, I must include the wonderful opportunity I got to see and photograph Barn Owls whilst … More
Peterborough Cathedral: Remains of Monastery
The Monastery of Peterborough was built in the 12th century and was closed in the dissolution of 1539. The buildings were … More
Naturelog: 5th January
For our first outing of the new year, Keith and I visited the London Wetland Centre with the prospect of … More
St Bartholomew the Great, Smithfield (1)
The Priory of St Bartholomew the Great was founded in 1123 by Rahere, an Augustinian friar and a Canon at … More
Statues and Monuments: The Camel Corps Memorial
This memorial is to the members of the Camel Corps of the British Army who died in service. It is … More
Pete's Favourite Things 