The Museum was opened in 1878 in a building it shared with the public library. It was extended when a … 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.
Bonnie Prince Charlie in Derby
Charles Edward Stuart was the grandson of King James II who had been forced to abdicate from the British throne … More
The History of Derby
There is evidence of Pre-historic occupation in the Derby area. The Romans built a fort on the site in 50AD … More
All Saints Church, Snodland
Keith and I were fortunate that as we were exploring the grounds of the church in Snodland, a lady kindly … More
Naturelog: 25th April
An unpromising weather forecast but Keith and I decided to head off to New Hythe and Leybourne Lakes in search … More
Ring-Necked Parakeet
Sometimes also known as the Rose-ringed parakeet, these birds originally from Africa and Asia have become established in the South … More
Naturelog:22nd April
A Bank Holiday Monday morning visit to the Kent Wildlife Trust reserve at Sevenoaks to look for Little Ringed plover … More
45379: Black 5
The Stanier Black 5’s were designed as an all purpose engine for the London Midland and Scottish Railway. 45379 was … More
Canada Goose
The Canada Goose was originally a native of North America. A few individuals manage to reach the UK naturally each … More
The colours of Spring
Working at home today with a wonderful view from my study window
