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Posted 58 min 19 sec ago
Rotherhithe is one of the parts of London which has retained its village atmosphere. By the Thames and in view of central London, it has a charming pub, the Angel, and some pleasant parkland. It is quiet, too, the only noise coming from the occasional cyclist, the birds' singing and the river lapping against the steps.
Posted 2 days 58 min ago
I am officially become an old man.
Last week, I visited the Italian gardens at Saltburn by the Sea, and fell asleep on a bench. The sun shone, the flowers swayed, the birds sung. Even my companions’ chatter did not thwart my snooze.
Posted 3 days 57 min ago
The Cockpit in central London is named after the cockfights which took place here until outlawed in 1849. My Dictionary of Pub Names states that the viewing gallery for such entertainments is still erect, but my inner nonconformist (and the time of day) did not attempt to execute corroboration. By its main entrance, under a Victorian admonishment for courage, was a sign:
Posted 3 days 58 min ago
St Andrew’s Old Church is found a little way from the Cleveland village of Upleatham. It is the second smallest church building in England, but certainly one of the most interesting. It is no longer used for services and its tiny interior is locked to the public, but a grill allows for some modest viewing.
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