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The Fourth Plinth gets the Blues

There is a plinth at each corner of Trafalgar Square. The two plinths on the south side carry sculptures of Henry Havelock and Charles James Napier. The northeastern plinth, carries an equestrian statue of George […]

Carefree on the South Bank

There is always something happening on the South Bank in London.  In summer, there is an ever-changing variety of outdoor events such as dance and food displays, plus rooftop cafes, […]

A Thistle Epistle

Dear Eeyore I know how fond you are of thistles, so I thought of you when I came across these beauties in a garden in Wiltshire recently. My taste in […]

Art Deco London

Following on from my Egyptian Revival post a couple of weeks ago, I thought I’d expand on the art deco theme.  These windows belong to Shropshire House, an office building […]

Coffee and Caramel Shortcake

I usually feature independent coffee shops in this section, but today I’m featuring my local Caffè Nero. My internet speed at home can be compared unfavourably to that of a […]

Brainless

These beautiful textures are from this wooden carving on board the Golden Hinde, docked near London Bridge. Posted as part of Sonel’s Black & White Challenge: Texture.

Oxford Street in the Round

You can buy special gizmos and apps to take 360 degree photos these days.  But this reflective ball at the entrance to St Christopher Place does it nice and easily. […]

St. Paul’s Cathedral Reflected

St Paul’s Cathedral, in London, is an incredibly photogenic monument.  It does not disappoint when viewed in reflection, its gracious lines gently distorted in the reflective metal.   Posted as […]