HMS Captain was a unique ship. Built in 1869 she was a masted turret ship with dual propulsion systems. Her … 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.
Sunset over the reedbed
Statues and monuments: Thomas Fanshaw Middleton
Thomas Fanshaw Middleton was born in Derbyshire in 1769. he was educated at Christ’s hospital and Cambridge and was ordained … More
Watching me
This young Mute swan was playing it cool but clearly was watching everything I was doing.
Views of St Paul’s (5)
Everywhere you look is the most amazing art work.
Naturelog: Friday 13th November
A chance for a day’s birdwatching and so Keith and I head off for the London wetland centre – … More
Redpoll,
Originally posted on Radnor Bird Blog:
Another Mis morning, we had 5 visit the feeders but very early before good light although…
More Pied Avocets
Statues and Monuments: Sir Ralph Abercromby
Ralph Abercromby was born in Scotland in 1734, He was educated at Rugby and University of Edinburgh, before going … More
Woolmer
Originally posted on Loco Yard:
As today is Remembrance Sunday, a day when we remember and honour those who have sacrificed…
Pete's Favourite Things 