The Isle of dogs in East London is now better known as canary wharf or London Docklands. It used to … 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.
Red Letter Day
Originally posted on Stephen Liddell:
Have you ever heard of the phrase that Today is a Red Letter Day? It…
Naturelog: Thursday 4th December
A free morning and although it was damp, misty and cold I decided to go off to Danson Park in … More
Naturelog: Patch update – November 2014
This month we have seen the transition from Summer into Autumn. It seems to have been a more rapid transition … More
The Autumn leaves fall
Autumn is one of my favourite times of the year. I just adore the glorious colours of the leaves on … More
Brussels – Art Nouveau masterpieces
Originally posted on Tammy Tour Guide:
Art Nouveau Brussels is one of the world’s best cities for Art Nouveau, one of my…
Naturelog: Saturday 29th November
Off this morning to Staines Reservoir in West London This seems to have been a magnet for wintering species this … More
Naturelog: Friday 28th November (2)
As we were in the Sevenoaks area we decided that we would visit another local reserve, the Sevenoaks Wildlife reserve. … More
Naturelog: Friday 28th November (1)
A free morning and the chance to get out and do some birdwatching with Sue. We chose to visit one … More
Thames journey (7):
The Angel, one of a number of riverside pubs. Local legend has it the notorious’Hanging Judge’ George Jefferys came to … More
