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Z is for… Zodiac Clock

This incredible astronomical clock constructed in gilt and enamel adorns the building known as Bracken House in the City of London, just a stone’s throw from St Paul’s Cathedral. The clock was […]

Golden Post Boxes

Following the 2012 Olympics, the Royal Mail  painted more than 100 of its iconic red post boxes gold to celebrate each British gold medal, team as well as individual, won during […]

Hazy Reflection

These delicate branches are reflected in a pool of water that was covering a small plaque that I wanted to read. Linked to Scenic Weekends.

Windows with a Difference

It’s quite common to come across a building site with a little perspex window you can peer through to see what they are up to on the other side. Here […]

Conservatory Fit for a Princess

The strong lines and angles of this low-lying conservatory are just one of the architectural pieces of interest at Kew Gardens. It is the Princess of Wales Conservatory was commissioned […]

Y is for… Yeomen Warders

The Yeomen Warders, also known as Beefeaters, are the ceremonial guards at the Tower of London.  They normally wear a uniform of dark blue with red trimmings (as in the photo […]