A military installation at Portchester dates back to Roman times. Excavations have revealed what was probably a base for 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.
Naturelog: 3rd March
The morning dawned bright and sunny and I made my way to the north west side of Portsmouth harbour and … More
Sparkling Starlings
When I was at Southsea, I saw these Starlings. The combination of the sun and the rain brought out their … More
Naturelog: 2nd March
A few days in Portsmouth and a chance to explore the large natural harbours that are found in this area … More
Statues and Monuments: Salisbury War Memorial
The memorial, which stands in front of the Guildhall in the Market square in Salisbury was dedicated in February 1922 … More
Statues and Monuments: Henry Fawcett
Henry Fawcett was born in Salisbury in August 1833. He was educated at Kings College School and the University of … More
Salisbury
The city of Salisbury in Wiltshire is one of the latest in the UK to be founded. The original settlement … More
Naturelog: 23rd February
Originally today had been a trip with RSPB group to a new location in the Midlands to see what it … More
Naturelog: 17th February
Storm Dennis had passed (well almost) and a chance to get out and visit the London wetland centre in the … More
Statues and Monuments: Sir Walter Raleigh
Walter Raleigh was born in Devon in 1552 (or 1554). Little is known of his life. He took part in … More
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