For many centuries during the Roman occupation the area around Newcastle was the frontier between the Roman Empire and the … More
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.
Views of Rochester (2)
Naturelog: 11th January
Made a detour on the way home for a walk around the Tarn. I was looking to see if I … More
London Churches: St Mary Le Bow
There is some evidence that the church may have existed on this side since Anglo-Saxon times. However, it is certain … More
A Cute Salute At Windsor Castle
Originally posted on Stephen Liddell:
It’s not often if ever I post anything considered vaguely cute on my blog but having…
Romans in the North East (1)
For many centuries during the Roman occupation the area around Newcastle was the frontier between the Roman Empire and the … More
Views of Rochester (1)
All About Cockneys & The 150 Top Cockney Rhyming Slang Phrases
Originally posted on Stephen Liddell:
Almost everyone knows what a Cockney is or at least they think they do. Famously…
London Churches: St Mary Aldermary
St Mary Aldermary is in Bow Lane. A church has stood on this site for around 950 years. The first … More
Naturelog: 2nd January
A bright sunny winters day and so Sue and I decided to spend a couple of hours at Bough Beech … More
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