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The Dainty Damselfly

In late Spring and early Summer I look forward to visiting the lakes and ponds in my local forest. If I am lucky – and have timed it just right – in amongst the iris leaves I get a glimpse of some of...

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A Lavender Escape

It was the end of summer and I found myself gazing at a lavender farm in the South East of England. The sight of this huge lavender field in Surrey came as a bit of shock. After all, this is one of the...

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Deer spotting in Epping Forest

It was a chilly but incredibly sunny winter’s day – the perfect weather to get out into the local woodlands. I had joined a ‘deer walk’, organised by the City of London Corporation, who are responsible...

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The Beauty of Ferns

A tiny spiral appears amid the undergrowth – a new leaf is beginning to unfurl.  The zesty green frond offers a welcome splash of colour after the grey of a long winter. I love watching ferns awaken in...

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London’s Vauxhall Park – a hidden gem

I arrived in Vauxhall earlier than expected. Usually it is a very busy part of South London, but today it was uncharacteristically quiet. It was a ‘Bank Holiday Monday’ and most people were probably...

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The Water Lilies of Wisley

The Royal Horticultural Society’s Garden at Wisley in Surrey is a beautiful place to visit at any time of year. It is home to some of the largest plant collections anywhere in the world. With...

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A stroll along the River Ogmore and Merthyr Mawr

On a hot summer’s day I took a gentle stroll along the River Ogmore and the village of Merthyr Mawr in South Wales. Wales is ‘the land of my fathers’ and will always be one of my favourite places to...

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Wiltshire: traditional village charm of Teffont

I arrived in Teffont, a quaint little village nestled in the beautiful Nadder Valley in Wiltshire.  As I drove through slowly, I knew I would have to take some photos before the sun set on this very...

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A Walk on the Wild Side…. In London’s Southwark Woods

I recently visited a pocket of London that remains wonderfully ‘wild’. A ‘secret’ woodland that delights local people and visitors alike. Locals have named them Southwark Woods – referring to an area...

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Walking with Butterflies

In the Summer months, just in time for the school holidays; the Natural History Museum in London opens its doors to a wonderful butterfly house.  Here is a place where dedicated staff make it their...

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Lumiere London’s Pop-Up Light Show

For four magical evenings in January, London was treated to a most wonderful light show.  The Lumiere Festival of Lights featured a series of weird and wonderful artistic light installations that...

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Exploring Paradise… Thailand’s Hong Island

The traditional Thai long tail boat moored up on the beach and the captain beckoned us to climb aboard.  Wading out through the warm sea, I did my best to hold my camera bag high above the water. We...

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The Secret Lagoon of Hong Island

After visiting the incredible white powder beach of Hong Island, our boat then headed back out to sea and we started to cruise along the rocky coastline. We were looking for a narrow entrance in the...

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Hiking ‘Dragon Crest’ Mountain in Thailand

I knew hiking a mountain forest in 98% humidity in Thailand was going to be a challenge.  I also knew that it would be slow-going, as there would be so many photo opportunities!  It would take over...

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Discovering Tropical Rainforests

Forests in the tropics can be considered ‘biodiversity hotspots’.  As well as supporting a vast array of vegetation, they provide shelter and nourishment for a wealth of wildlife.   Depending on the...

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Thailand – Railay Beach Vibes

Once in a while you visit a place that just feels ‘special’ and Railay Beach in Krabi, Thailand is one of those special places.  The beach itself is vast and sandy, set against a dramatic backdrop of...

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Watching Sunset on Railay Beach, Thailand

The beach had come alive with visitors – all congregating with cameras in hand.  The sunset here always draws a big crowd…   The clouds began to change into a golden, candyfloss pink behind the palm...

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A Magical Christmas in Strasbourg

Strasbourg is home to one of the oldest and most famous Christmas Markets in the whole of Europe. From late November until the end of December, the city is transformed – and it now attracts around two...

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The Water Lilies of Wisley

The Royal Horticultural Society’s Garden at Wisley in Surrey is a beautiful place to visit at any time of year. It is home to some of the largest plant collections anywhere in the world. With...

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A Walk Along The River Ogmore and Merthyr Mawr

On a hot summer’s day I took a gentle walk along the River Ogmore and the village of Merthyr Mawr, Bridgend in South Wales. Wales is ‘the land of my fathers’ and will always be...

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