Coins as items of barter currency had first appeared in the UK in the Iron age. The value of a … 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.
Minotuar Beetle
The Minotaur beetle is a large black dung-beetle of grassland which feeds primarily on rabbit droppings. The males have horns … More
Tower of London (15): The White Tower
The White Tower was the original castle keep started by William I in 1070, just 4 years after he won the … More
Royal Horse Artllery
You never quite know what you are going to encounter when you venture into central London. A week ago Sue … More
Bank of England Museum (5): Gold Standard
The Gold standard was established by the Bank of England in 1816. It set a standard weight of gold which … More
Bluebell Carpet
On my recent visit to Minsmere in Suffolk I came across a wonderful Bluebell carpet in the woodland including some … More
Hadrian’s Wall – Walk with the Romans – Steel Rigg
Originally posted on Tammy Tour Guide:
Hadrian’s Wall – rugged splendour Hadrian’s Wall is one of the most impressive ancient monuments in…
Portland Landscape (3)
I love the rugged terrain and coastline of Portland but also the fact that wherever you go you cannot get … More
Tower of London (14): The Royal Mint
In 1279, William de Turemine was appointed Master Moneyer and the mint was moved from the city to more secure … More
Sparrowhawk
The Sparrowhawk is probably now the commonest bird of prey in the UK replacing the Kestrel which seems to … More
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