It looks like someone’s been up to tricks in the Bristol area. A rather curious sign sprung up recently, showing that Timbuktu was some 2,384 miles away. Bristol City Council are perhaps understandably refusing to see the funny side and are taking the sign down, pointing out that it will do little to aid road safety.
Monthly Archives: November 2009
Timbuktu? Head for Bristol and then turn left…
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Picture of the day: The Lost Village of Dode, Kent
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Today’s picture of the day is of The Lost Village of Dode in Kent. It is a picturesque hamlet that was almost completely wiped out by the plague in the 14th Century. Only one original building remains which is Dode Church dating back to the Norman Era.
Picture of the day: Woodlands Leisure Park, Dartmouth
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Today’s picture of the day is of Woodlands Leisure Park in Dartmouth. It features the larges indoor ventur centre in the UK and 60 acres of land outside with 3 watercoasters, 500 metres toboggan run and a total of 15 playzones. There is also a Falconry Centre offering many animals and birds making it a fun and interesting day out for the whole family.
Get mucky with your friends this Christmas!
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Plantatree in The National Forest is a gift that will get you and the family out in the fresh air in the New Year. Buy one for your family, or for a group of friends.
The National Forest is growing in the heart of the Midlands – over 200 square miles of Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire – and nearly eight million trees have already been planted. Do your bit and join in with your spade and wellies and plant your tree!
Buy plantatree as a gift and you will receive a personalised certificate with your own special message. You are then invited to the Forest for a special tree planting event. On the day you can choose your tiny tree, generally an oak, ash or birch, and with the help of foresters from The National Forest, plant the ‘whip’ as part of a growing National Forest woodland. If you prefer not to attend, the tree can be planted for you. The woodland will always be there for you to visit, and you’ll be able to see the trees grow and the woodland and wildlife change with the seasons.
Plantatree in The National Forest costs £25 which reflects the true cost of creating and developing the new woodland, including its future care and maintenance. You can buy online at www.nationalforest.org/giftshop
Is this Britain?
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The Telegraph has had over 100,000 entries for its Digital Camera Photographer of the Year 2009 competition. The competition is divided into 10 categories, one of which is ‘This is Britain’. The shortlist shows an interesting array of images, depicting Britain in both a positive and negative light, although – I think it’s fair to say – mostly the latter. What are your views on the images? Are they perhaps overly negative overall or do they provide a good representation of what Britain is really like?
Picture of the day: Five Sailed Windmill, Lincolnshire
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Today’s picture of the day is of the Five Sailed Windmill in Lincolnshire. It is situated on the edge of a picturesque market town and is one of England’s best working windmills. The Mill shop sells organic stone ground flours made in the windmill and visitors can see the grinding in process. The Tea Room serves refreshments and snacks in the old Engine House.
Picture of the day: Chislehurst Caves, Kent
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Today’s picture of the day is of Chislehurst Caves in Kent. Visitors travel back in time as they explore the dark and mysterious passageways beneath the area of Chislehurst. 45 minute guided tours are available showing you the tunnels made famous as a shelter in World War II. Don’t forget a lantern!
Picture of the day: Ben Lomond, Scotland
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Today’s picture of the day is of Ben Lomond on the banks of Loch Lomond in Scotland. It is popular among hill walkers and offers fantastic views of the loch from the summit and from the top you can also see Conic Hill.
Picture of the day: Museum of Natural History, Oxford
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Today’s picture of the day is of the Museum of Natural History. The stunnning building belongs to Oxford University and showcases collections of zoological, entomological, geological, palaeontological and mineralogical specimens that date back over three centuries.
Autumn adventures in Wales
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For an exciting Autumn break, choose white water rafting in Brecon, Powys. Your rafting journey starts in the tranquil waters of the River Wye before heading out to the exciting white water! The experienced white water rafting instructors will guide you through some of Wales’ most demanding white water rapids. The trips cover up to 15 miles, encountering several rapids including the infamous “Hell Hole”.
Costs for an Experience Day are from £69 per person for a full day. A package which includes one night’s accommodation and one day’s white water rafting costs from £149 per person – a perfect adventure break! See Activity Wales for further information.
