Hampton Court (6): Georgian Palace

After William’s death, the British crown passed to the Hanoverians. The advent of this new royal family saw a decline in … More

All aboard the Waverley (7): Pool of London

And so to the Pool of London and the end of our journey.          

Naturelog: 2nd December

Keith and I are back at the London Wetland Centre in search of the wintering Bitterns which have finally arrived … More

Hampton Court (5): Astronomical Clock

The clock, designed by Nicholas Cratzer and built by Nicholas Oursain, was originally installed on the gatehouse to the inner … More

All aboard the Waverley (6): Under Tower Bridge

And so as Tower Bridge rises we make our way under this iconic London bridge to enter into the Pool … More

Statues and Monuments: Sir William S Gilbert

William S Gilbert was born in London in November 1836. His father was a naval surgeon and author and for … More

Hampton Court (4): Wiliam III’s apartments

The accession to the throne of William III saw a programme of new royal building works including the building of … More

All aboard the Waverley (6): To Tower Bridge

  Leaving Docklands we approach the end of our journey. In the distance can be seen the buildings of the … More

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