Tag Archives: Travel in U.K.

Down South……

Posted on by under Cornwall, David Oakes - Images, Everyday Life, Peace, postaday, Trivia, U.K.Travel

The Lizard

The most southerly point on the English Coastline……  No, its not Lands End, which sadly is now a Tourist Theme Park.  This is Lizard Point on the very tip of Cornwall’s Lizard  Peninsula. The Peninsula has to be one of my favorite areas of Cornwall.  Surrounded by sea on 3 sides, on occasions lashed by Atlantic storms, but also capturing some of the warmth that drifts across from Europe and of course the Gulf Stream, it has created a very diverse and rich habitat, rich in flora.

It reaches its climax at its most southerly tip of England, Lizard Point.  A rugged section of coast jutting out into the English Channel.  Surrounded by rocky outcrops with such names as Mulvin, The Quadrant, Man of War, Enoch Rock, The Dales and Clidgas Rocks.  Over the centuries a hazard to shipping. Understandably sheltering at the base of the cliffs is a Lifeboat Station.

A reminder that beauty can hide a multitude of dangers

Don’t put yourself in danger….

Please Remember ….

Stay Safe …. Be Kind…. Look After Each Other

21st November

(C) David Oakes 2020

Clear Sky…… on Skye

Posted on by under David Oakes - Images, Everyday Life, Isle of Skye, Peace, postaday, Scotland, Trivia, U.K.Travel

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Clear skies over the Isle of Skye.  A rare autumn morning on this enchanting Scottish Island……  Early morning mist rising from Loch Greshornish and the prospects of a rather fine day……   and it was.  Memories

Please Remember ….

Stay Safe …. Be Kind…. Look After Each Other

20th November

(C) David Oakes 2020

The Palace of the Peak….

Posted on by under Chatsworth House, David Oakes - Images, Derbyshire, Everyday Life, Peace, postaday, Trivia, U.K.Travel

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Autumn comes to Chatsworth House, Derbyshire.  Rightly dubbed the Palace of the Peak.  Another description is that of a House in the Landscape.  Easy to see why, a magnificent House in a magnificent setting, sandwiched between Woodlands and the River Derwent.

Please Remember ….

Stay Safe …. Be Kind…. Look After Each Other

19th November

(C) David Oakes 2020

Wordless Wednesday…. A Favourite Place

Posted on by under David Oakes - Images, Everyday Life, Favourite Places, Peace, postaday, Scotland, Trivia, U.K.Travel, West Highlands of Scotland, Wordless Wednesday

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Location:-  Loch Dughaill, Strath Carron, North West Highlands of Scotland.

Often overlooked by travellers.  Along a narrow but vital cross country road and rail link, both from West to East, but also to the very North West of Scotland.

Please Remember ….

Stay Safe …. Be Kind…. Look After Each Other

18th November

(C) David Oakes 2020

Butter wouldn’t Melt…..

Posted on by under Buttermere, Cumbria, David Oakes - Images, Everyday Life, Lakeland, Peace, postaday, Trivia, U.K.Travel

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Buttermere…   always loved that name for this Cumbrian Lakeland expanse of water.  Nestling below a ring of mountains Buttermere never disappoints.  Lake side walks, tracks to the very tops, woodland shores to rest and picnic.

But this view, across Buttermere, towards Fleetwith Pike and Honister Pass is my favorite. I wish I was there.

Where ever you are…..

Please Remember ….

Stay Safe …. Be Kind…. Look After Each Other

17th November

(C) David Oakes 2020