Just last week I was in the centre of London and took the opportunity to take a walk along the … 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.
A couple, a bike and a bird?
Last week I posted some interesting sculptures from Cley in Norfolk. Today some from Surrey Docks in London that Sue … More
Norfolk Wildlife Diary
Sue and I, together with my friend Keith, spent a few days in Norfolk last week. On the way to … More
Wildlife Sculpture
This marvellous sculpture is on the balcony at Cley marshes Visitor Centre. The artwork titled ‘Life of Cley’ is by … More
Seal beach
On our recent trip to Norfolk, we visited Horsey gap to see the Grey Seals, which are pupping at this … More
Time for reflection 2
I am not sure if I have mentioned it before but I like to have a focus for each year … More
Time for reflection
For me, November is very much a time for reflection. During the month, many conservation organisations I am associated with … More
Defending the beaches
On our recent trip to Rye harbour, we saw the Martello Tower which stands at the entrance to the nature … More
Festive Rye and a special treat
I usually try to avoid visiting at weekends as it is a very popular family and dog-walking venue. Still, we … More
Barter Books Alnwick
On my recent trip to Alnmouth, I met a man who was visiting Barter Books in nearby Alnmouth. Sadly I … More
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