Keith and I are in Dorset for a few days birdwatching. Arriving from London by train early afternoon we drop … 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.
Portus: Gateway to Rome (2)
In the reign of Claudius, a new port was constructed 3 km to the north of the Tiber estuary and … More
Portus: Gateway to Rome (1)
When people talk about the Port of the city of Rome, they are usually thinking of the River port of … More
Views of Paris (8)
Some pictures of great Statues from the Louvre Museum
Lagoon Nebula
The Lagoon Nebula is found in the constellation Sagittarius and is approx 4-6,000 light years from Earth. It is approx … More
Common Tern
A summer visitor to the UK, the Common Tern as its name suggests is the commonest of the Tern species … More
Statues and Memorials in London: My Lady
Cavendish Square is home to some interesting sculptures. Not far from the soap statue of the Duke of Cumberland is … More
Views of Paris (7)
Everywhere you turn in Paris there is monumental architecture from Cathedrals to Government buildings to shopping malls
Naturelog: 17th May
A bright sunny morning and a rare chance to visit Beddington Farmlands in the Wandle Valley near Merton. Beddington is … More
Views of Paris (6)
The Eiffel tower is the iconic landmark of Paris. Instantly recognisable. Here sre some pgotos of the tower against the … More
