Being on Guernsey it is impossible to miss the island’s role in WW2. The Channel Islands were the only part of Britain to be occupied by German forces and there are plentiful opportunities to explore that period with museums and exhibitions that tell the story. Even just walking the coastline paths, there are the constant
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It’s been an enjoyable fortnight on this lovely island; great weather, cliff top walks, sun rises and sunsets, plus the surprise bonus of a friend taking us across to Hern on their boat. Photography-wise I’ve mostly captured what caught my eye simply as being beautiful or interesting. Images that will remind in the future of
Yesterday I got up before dawn to see the sunrise and have a poke around Fort Saumarez which is on the northern tip of our L’Eree Bay. The near full moon ensured I walked down to the beach in good light and enjoyed seeing it cast its light on the breaking waves – stunning. Hard
Yesterday we strode out in the afternoon to the headland of Vazon Bay where this impressive fortification I thought might offer an interesting photographic opportunity. It is built on the site of fortifications that date back to 1680, and consists of a Martello tower from 1804, with later additions during the Victorian Era. The fort was added
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Just 10 mins stroll from our AirBnB is our local beach which we visited at the perfect time – sunset. Due to being on the west of Guernsey, L’Eree Beach is perfect to watch the sun go down. Bit of background from a tourist website: In terms of history and sights, L’Eree Beach has more
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Wellow is on the Isle Of Wight, not far from Freshwater, and I went to a morning painting course with my sister today. I clocked this large barn, rather dark and foreboding atop a hill and thought it would make an interesting photo. I didn’t fare too well with my painting though it was fun
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We were lucky once again to have the opportunity for a week long visit to Mull at the same cottage we stayed at last year. Like twelve months ago the weather was wonderful – a chilly wind at times but lots of sun too. With such an awesome landscape I feel daunted picking up my
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We’re in this beautiful Basque city for 10 days before heading back to the UK. A very different vibe to Valencia – slower, more sedate and elegant. Cooler and wetter too so good preparation for home. Not sure how I feel about the Kursaal Centre, designed by Rafael Moneo. At night it’s lit up and
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