WINDSOR GREAT PARK

 

Windsor Great Park is a 2,020 ha site including a deer park to the south of Windsor Town on the border of Berkshire and Surrey in England.

The park was a private hunting ground of Windsor Castle dates back to mid-13^th century. 

 

 

Historically, the park covered Windsor Forest and Windsor Royal Park opens to the public, free of charge from dawn to dusk.

A recommended site for photography is the King George 3 statue, at the end of the long walk of the Windsor Great Park.

 

 

The Park is Grade 1 listed on the Register of Historic Parks and gardens. Windsor Forest and Great Park is a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

 

 

COOPER HILL WOODS

 

Cooper’s Hill Woods, is a large 87-acre broad-leaved wood contains varied trees, plants and animals.

It forms part of a circular walk that takes in famous landmarks including Magna Carta, Commonwealth Air Forces and Kennedy Memorials.

Steep parts are negotiated by steps and handrails.

 It is located at Runnymede, Surrey, United Kingdom.

Cooper’s Hill, a 1642 poem by John Denham.

 November, 2020

 

 

DATCHET

Datchet, is a village and civil parish in the Royal Borough of Windsor and maidenhead in Berkshire, England. It is located on the north bank of the River Thames.

The name “Datchet” is thought to be Celtic in origin, and the last part may be related to wood.

FISHING BY RIVER THAMES AT DATCHET

The village developed because of its closeness to Windsor and the ferry service which connected it to the main London road across the River Thames. The ferry was later replaced by a road bridge at the foot of High Street and a rail bridge.

BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE

Datchet is popular with sailing and it has one of the largest inland sailing clubs called Datchet Water Sailing Club at the Queen Mother Reservoir.

Brothers Darren, 11, and Leon, 9, trying their hands on fishing at the riverbank in Datchet, in the presence of their mum.

CLEAN RIVER BANKS

SANDY DEVON

Devon also known as Devonshire, is a county of England, stretching from Bristol Channel (north) to the English Channel (south). It is part of South West England, bounced by Cornwall to the west, Somerset to the north east, and Dorset to the east.

PLAYING WITH THE SAND

The city of Exeter is the county town. The county includes the districts of East Devon, Mid Devon, North Devon, South Hams, Teignbridge, Torridge and West Devon.

Plymouth and Torbay are part of Devon, but are administered as unitary authorities.
 

MESMERISED WITH A LADY STATUE

So far, I have been to Exeter, Plymouth, Exmouth and Sidmouth - located in Devon (refer to earlier stories I had posted in my blog).

Devon is a favorite place for my brother Andy and his family whereby they used to visit Cornwall, Devon on summer holidays. Seaside is a must activity in Devon where children loves to play with the sandy beaches, catching up with the sun tan and the sea.

READY HIKE UP A NARROW PATH AT CORNWALL

TWICKENHAM

TWICKENHAM - A RUGBY TOWN

I got to know Twickenham  when I visited my brother Chong – when he was transferred to work in a fine dining Chinese restaurant, here.

It was in 2010 – via my regular visit to the meet up with my brother at Twickenham – I then got this opportunity to learn about this township.

Twickenham is renowned for being the home of English, rugby. The first written record of the existence of T'uican ham' is in a charter dating from 704 AD.

The lively town is situated at West London, within the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames.

The riverside town started to thrive in the 17^th - 18^th centuries when the confluence of the high society and literary and artistic talents made Twickenham a very fashionable place to live.

TWICKENHAM RIVERSIDE

In 1722, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu wrote “I am at Twickenham where there is at this time more company than in London”.

There is a number of historical attractions such as Marble Hill House, Strawberry Hill and Pope's Grotto worth visiting – located between Twickenham and Richmond.

Exiled French Royals had found refuge in “dear quiet Twick” where an octagonal garden pavilion was said to be designed for a Queen's visit and a Palladian villa was built for a royal mistress – at Twickenham riverside.

OCTAGONAL SECRET GARDEN PAVILION

Twickenham's heritage of popular music centred around Eel Pie Island with its famous Rolling Stones connection, is a continuation of this creative tradition.

The town centre mixes traditional high street retailers with small specialist shops and a wide variety of restaurants and pubs.

According to a national survey, Twickenham was the top town in the country for the number of its residents who regularly enjoy eating out, and looking through the pages of Guide at the range on offer.

2010/2011-2012

EXMOUTH

JURASSIC EXMOUTH

Exmouth is the gateway to the Jurassic Coast, in England. This is the second jurassic coast I have visited in 2015, the first one was in 2010.

Exmouth town is about 30 minutes bus ride from Exeter. One can also cycle to Exmouth or go by train.

Exmouth marks the western gateway of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast. It has two miles of glorious beaches and a promenade filled with traditional attractions.

JURASSIC COAST

Exmouth developed as a resort in Georgian times and was once probably the most select seaside resort in Britain. It is home to famous people as Lady Nelson and Lady Byran.

Nowadays, it offers a rich mixture of immaculate sands, lovely gardens, a busy marina and a range of sports facilities, that combine to make it an excellent resort for all ages.

To the south, the resort overlooks Lyme Bay, while to the West it looks across the estuary of the River Exe to the Haldon Hills and Dawlish Warren. There are boat trips and also lots to do on dry land with shops, a museum, old pubs and good walk along the beach.

The bus will stop at the town centre which is full of elegant Georgian architecture, souvenir shops and bustling cafe. The Strand is Exmouth's Cafe Quarter with a range of restaurants, coffee shops and bars. There will also art shops, fishmongers, and watch out for the regular farmers' market, here.

Opposite the shops – is the WWI In Remembrance Stone stood prominently, here.

WWI REMEMBRANCE STONE

Shopping is also plentiful here, where the Magnolia Centre and Parade mix well known High Street brands with local independent stores including butchers, greengrocers and bakers. Then there is Exeter Road and Albion Street – offering a huge range of independent traders selling everything you can think of. Also, do drop by to visit the award wining Exmouth Indoor Market comprises of 50 stalls all under one roof.

Further your walk the coastal site where one can see the Flag Pole Memorial WWII and a clock tower. The WW II Flagpole Memorial (20-8-1995) was to mark the 50th Anniversary of the end of WW II by offering thanksgiving for all (men,women,child) from all nations who suffered and make sacrifices. In addition, WW II is also commemorate the 60th of Reign of Queen Victoria (1897).

CLOCK TOWER

 

 Nearby, is the Manor Garden – rich of flowers, plants and trees.

The “must visit” place is of course the Exmouth Seafront – where the jurassic coast is – a world heritage site famous for its geology of Triassic, Jurassic and cretaceous strata, stretching from here to Studland Bay near Poole. Stroll down the beach and watch seagulls flying over your head.

THUMBS UP FOR MANOR GARDEN

MAY 21, 2015