Relaunch of PooleView
Originally conceived as a guide to my hometown of Poole, this is now a view from up North, namely the Lake District. Expect a random collection of photos and thoughts ...
Lanercost
Priory
The beautiful and now tranquil setting of Augustinian Lanercost Priory belies an often troubled history. Standing close to Hadrian's Wall, it suffered frequent attacks during the long Anglo-Scottish wars, once by Robert Bruce ...
Poole
in Dorset
Set on the South Coast, Poole is rightly famous for its large natural harbour and the sandy beaches that fringe the coast ...
Jim Clark
Motorsport museum
Jim Clark is widely regarded as one of the greatest racing drivers of all time, admired for his remarkable achievements and famous for his humility ...
Buttermere
walking
The classic combination of lakes and mountains has made this popular with visitors since the beginning of tourism in the Lake District.