The day had begun well as walking to the station I sighted our local Grey wagtail on the roof of … 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.
LIttle Grebe
The Little Grebe is one of my favourite birds. It is found across the UK, but is generally absent from … More
Views of Vienna (2)
One of the great things about the city centre is that much of it was built around the same time … More
Naturelog: Tuesday 21st October
A bracing walk this morning on the patch as the remnants of Hurricane Gonzalo blow through the UK. Needless to … More
Edward Jenner – The greatest man you might never have heard of
Originally posted on Stephen Liddell:
This morning I received my free Flu vaccination and a time when nearly all of us…
Views of Vienna (1)
Vienna is one of my favourite cities. It is not ahrd to imagine yourself transported back to the height of … More
Save Folkestone Harbour Railway Station
Originally posted on Loco Yard:
Folkestone Harbour Station is one of the most historically important stations in the country with it…
Bluebell Railway Cash for Cover Appeal
Originally posted on Loco Yard:
The Bluebell Railway has an incredible collection of rolling stock, some of which have featured previously…
Abbotsbury Swannery (2)
Although the Swannery population is made up of Mute Swans the occasional visitor from outside appears to join the residents. … More
Church Norton
Originally posted on Locksands Life:
Since my sister died, I have been looking through older photos, just in case I find…
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