Living in Derbyshire for work purposes, I’m seeing more advanced plant growth than was present in Scotland when I left in April. The garden here is full of budding plants, and I’m looking forward to seeing them burst and open. As they did, I made a point to photograph a few. April and May’s flowersContinue reading “Flora – Spring 2022”
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Bluebell Wood, Derbyshire: May 2018
Hardwick Hall: May 2018
Spring is sprung
“I found a new hide yesterday. Great little find nearby, with so many species frequenting the feeders…”
British Invertebrates: July 2017
Calke Abbey, Derbyshire
A few images from Calke Abbey National Trust estate house.
Bolsover Castle, Derbyshire
Replacing an 11th century Norman fort, the Peverils erected a 12th century castle on the site, which was later replaced by a larger castle, stables and manege, and a much later ‘little castle’ designed for luxurious entertaining of guests. Both castles (now owned by English Heritage) stand empty, the ‘little castle’ at least maintaining aContinue reading “Bolsover Castle, Derbyshire”