I am travelling again for the next fortnight so I am continuing our look at the wonderful city of York.
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.
Inside Southwark Cathedral
Perhaps the most famous memorial in the Cathedral is to William Shakespeare, who performed many of his plays at … More
Southwark Cathedral
Last night Sue and I did an evening tour of Southwark Cathedral. Southwark Cathedral sits at the south end … More
Countryside in summer
Some photos by Sue
Statues and Monuments: Royal Marines
This statue was placed in St James’ Park in 1903 as a memorial to the Royal Marines who had … More
Naturelog: 23rd August
A Day of uncertain weather forecasts saw me visiting Keith on his home patch along the River Medway in Kent. … More
Eustace the Monk
Today is the 801st anniversary of the Battle of Sandwich, fought off the coast of Kent between the English and French navies. It … More
Lichens and Mosses
Here are some photos by Sue of Lichens and Mosses
Always Something — Natural Moments
Amazing photographs of amazing wildlife. I just love those Burrowing Owls! It often strikes me how all it takes is … More
Common Tern
The Common Tern is a bird with a graceful and buoyant flight which feeds by plunge-diving into the water for … More
Pete's Favourite Things 