There were three classes of Passengers on the SS Great Britain Luxury in First Class Comfort in Second Class Not … 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.
SS Great Britain
SS Great Britain, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, was the world’s first ocean liner. Launched in 1843 she was the … More
Bristol from the Water
In Bristol for a meeting, but also some time to do a little sightseeing. Arriving at Temple Meads Station, I … More
Van Gogh in Britain – A Lust for English Life?
Originally posted on Tammy Tour Guide:
Vincent Van Gogh – ‘Starry Night over the Rhone’. Paris, Musée d’Orsay. Photo – RMN-Grand Palais/Hervé…
Surprised by a Spitfire
Travelling through London Bridge railway station yesterday I was surprised to see a Spitfire on the concourse. It was part … More
5051 Drysllwyn Castle
5051 Drysllwyn Castle is an example of the GWR 4-6-0 Castle class, which was an updated version of their earlier … More
Bees
As we pass from spring into summer, I thought I would post some pictures of what, to me, is one … More
Andromeda Galaxy
The Andromeda Galaxy is one of the most photogenic and a subject I return to many times. For more information … More
The Great Beer Flood of London
Originally posted on Stephen Liddell:
Like many ancient cities, London has suffered its fair share of disasters, perhaps unduly so but…
Naturelog: 28th May
Keith wanted to visit a couple of my local sites which he had not seen before and so we began … More
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