The area downstream of Tower bridge was until relatively recently part of the commercial port of London. Since the docks … 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.
Rome 320 AD – Interactive App
This is absolutely fascinating I can’t wait to try it out
Thames journey (5): Tower Bridge
In the late 19th century with development of the east end of London it was decided that a new river … More
Thames journey (4) HMS Belfast and London City Hall.
On the south-bank of the pool of London, between London and Tower bridge is an area of regenerated warehouses. The … More
Design guru and iconic train lift the gloom of autumn
Great story. Is it really that long since the HST was introduced? How time flies!
HOW TO BE A WOODPECKER
Originally posted on Towheeblog:
There are woodpeckers, and there are wood-peckers. The Hairy Woodpecker is a paragon of woodpecking. Not…
Autumn comes in colour
One of the things I really love about autumn is the contrasting colours of the trees and bushes around my … More
Thames journey (3): Tower of London
The Tower of London is on the north bank of the Thames between London and Tower bridges. It is a … More
Thames Journey (2): Billingsgate
One of the major buildings on the north side of the river between London and Tower bridge is the old … More
Thames Journey (1)
The posts over the coming week are the result of a journey along the River Thames from the city to … More
