Sunset over London Wetland Centre

As the afternoon drew on during our recent trip to London Wetland Centre we were treated to some wonderful skies … More

Hampton Court (3): Tudor State Appartments

The highlight of the remaining Tudor State apartments is undoubtedly the Great Hall. Next to the Great Hall is the … More

All aboard the Waverley (5): Into Docklands

As we proceed to towards central London we enter Docklands, the area that was once the thriving heart of London’s … More

Naturelog: 10th November

  A mild but overcast morning saw Keith and I at the London Wetland Centre in search of migrant birds … More

Hampton Court (2): Tudor Kitchens

  Connected to the main courtyard by a short passage is a smaller courtyard around which are situated the Kitchens … More

All aboard the Waverley (5): Greenwich Ahoy

We are soon approaching the Greenwich peninsular. Once a major industrial area this area is now one of major redevelopment. … More

Birds of St James Park

A Saturday morning and Keith and I are on the way to a Rugby match at Wembley, but time first … More

Hampton Court (1): The History

Earliest records show that in 1236 The Knights Hospitalier of St John Jerusalem (one of the monastic armed orders charged … More

Statues and Monuments: Richard D’Oyly Carte and others

  This planter is to be found in Embankment Gardens just behind the Savoy Hotel and Theatre and celebrate’s the … More

All aboard the Waverley (4): Up to Woolwich

  As we proceed under Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at Dartford, two strange chimney-like structures are visible on each bank. … More