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Low sun and chilly this morning at #Royden. Coffee at the courtyard.

A forest path is surrounded by tall trees and dappled sunlight filters through the branches, casting long shadows on the ground.A dirt path winds through a sunlit forest with trees showing autumn foliage.A path lined with trees and bushes is adorned with large red bows on lampposts, creating a festive atmosphere.A leaf-covered path flanked by tall trees creates a serene, autumnal forest scene.

Port Sunlight this morning. Coffee at Hulme Hall. Music courtesy of Rosalia.

A peaceful park scene features large trees with autumn leaves scattered on the ground and a glimpse of a path and buildings in the background.A war memorial featuring statues of soldiers in combat poses adorned with wreaths commemorating both World Wars.A bronze relief sculpture depicts two soldiers operating a machine gun atop a stone monument.A faux Tudor-style building with distinctive black and white timber framing stands in front of a well-kept lawn.

#Royden a little damp in places this morning.

A forest path is surrounded by trees and covered with fallen leaves.Woodland scene with leaves on the ground and small rocky outcrop on the right. A forked path in a wooded forest area is outlined by trees and fallen leaves.A wooded path is covered with puddles that reflect the surrounding bare trees.

Christmas shopping in #Birkenhead. Too soon?

Santa Claus in a sleigh pulled by reindeer is suspended in a mall with Christmas decorations and shops like Burger King nearby.

For anyone feeling intrepid this Saturday is the 36 mile Winter Wirral Ultra.

www.thecharmbraceletmarathon.co.uk/winter-wi…

A delightfully tranquil Ashton Park in #WestKirby this afternoon.

A serene landscape features a small pond surrounded by trees and a few houses in the background on a clear day.A peaceful park scene features a reflective pond surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky, with shadows cast on the path.

Dry above but decidedly damp (and occasionally skiddy) underfoot this morning in #Royden

A forest path winds through tall trees with a carpet of fallen leaves on the ground.A wooded pathway is surrounded by trees with fallen leaves covering the ground and a tree trunk in the foreground.A forest scene features tall trees with scattered leaves covering the ground in a natural setting.A forest path is blanketed with fallen autumn leaves and lined with trees in various stages of fall foliage.

Abbreviated circuit of #Royden today offered a glimpse of Hillbark.

A large Tudor-style building is seen through autumn trees and open grassy fields.

Once more unto the woods, dear friends. #Royden

A forest pathway is strewn with fallen autumn leaves, surrounded by trees with sparse foliage.A forest path is lined with tall trees and covered in fallen autumn leaves.A forest path covered with fallen leaves stretches through trees with bare branches, accompanied by a solitary bench on the side.A tranquil pond reflects tall trees with autumn foliage under an overcast sky.

Watched the first episode of the Scorsese documentary. Interesting. ๐Ÿ“บ

War graves at #Frankby Cemetery this morning. Apparently there are 18 in total. #Remembrance

www.cwgc.org/visit-us/…

A circular garden with trimmed hedges and several stone markers is set against a backdrop of autumn trees and a building.

Autumn leaves at #Royden this morning. Coffee at the courtyard. New shoes, same as the old shoes. ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ

A forest path covered with fallen autumn leaves is surrounded by tall, slender trees.A forest path is covered with fallen leaves, surrounded by bare trees and ferns.A forest path is covered in fallen leaves, surrounded by trees with colorful autumn foliage.A narrow railway track runs through a forest with trees displaying autumn foliage.

Autumn colours at #Ness, then coffee at Burton Manor cafe.

A tree with vibrant autumn leaves stands beside a path in a sunlit park.A vibrant autumn landscape features colorful trees in shades of red, orange, and green under a clear blue sky.A vibrant garden features a mix of colorful autumn trees, lush greenery, and a clear blue sky.A vibrant autumn landscape features colorful trees in shades of red, orange, and green under a clear blue sky.

Good call by Qobuz in naming Mavis Staples' Sad & Beautiful World as their Album of the Week ๐ŸŽต

Circuit of #Royden this morning, followed by coffee in the courtyard.

A wooded path is covered with fallen leaves and surrounded by tall, leafless trees.A wooden bench is surrounded by a scenic forest path blanketed with autumn leaves.A peaceful garden scene features a pathway surrounded by trees and plants, with an old tower in the background.A peaceful garden scene features a wooden bench and several potted plants against a lush backdrop of green and yellow foliage.

Walk from Thurstaston to Banks Road. Full moon last night so tide high. New path OK but starting to submerge beyond so backtracked to detour (and bonus emu). Coffee at YOT and return via Wirral Way.

A coastal landscape features a marshy wetland with low-lying vegetation and a cloudy sky.A peaceful coastal scene features a narrow path alongside water with a rocky border and tall grasses under a partly cloudy sky.An emu stands near a fence in a grassy field with several grazing sheep in the background.A tranquil path winds through a forest adorned with lush greenery and golden autumn leaves.

Port Sunlight for the bazaar in Hulme Hall. River of poppies for remembrance at the church.

A historic stone church features a striking installation of cascading red poppies, with an informational sign titled River of Poppies in the foreground.

An overcast #NewBrighton this morning with views of Wales and art on the lifeguard station.

A rocky beach with a concrete structure overlooks a cloudy and wavy coastline.A coastal scene features a sandy beach, a curved sea wall, colorful benches, and two people walking under a cloudy sky.A nautical-themed artwork is displayed on a wall, featuring a historic ship at sea, accompanied by informational plaques.A sign describes an art installation involving the history of the Rock Channel and the activities associated with it, created by local artist John Christiansen.

Cubbin’s Green, a very blue Marine Lake, coffee at Dempsey’s (new to me) and finally Ashton Park and a display related to its heyday as a pre-Wimbledon tournament venue.

A peaceful coastal scene features grassy land in the foreground, informational signs, a calm body of water, and distant hills under a blue sky.A calm waterfront scene features a railing in the foreground and a distant shoreline under a clear blue sky.A bulletin board at Ashton Park showcases a collection of historical articles and photographs related to tennis.A fenced sports field is surrounded by trees with houses visible in the background.

Damp underfoot this morning at #Royden. Coffee at Benty’s which apparently is closed next week.

A forest path surrounded by tall trees with sparse autumn foliage stretches into the distance.A serene forest pathway lined with trees and scattered fallen leaves leads into a lush, green distance.A narrow, tranquil stream winds through a forest, bordered by trees and scattered with autumn leaves.

Sandlea Park, then a bracing walk around the Marine Lake and coffee at Tanskey’s. #WestKirby

A decorative black wrought iron archway frames a leafy garden path with scattered autumn leaves and trees in the background.A sandy beach with a wooden pier stretches into the water, with residential buildings lining the opposite shore under a cloudy sky.A narrow road flanked by water leads towards the horizon under a cloudy sky.

Autumn colours at #Royden. Water in the brook after last night’s downpour. Coffee at the courtyard.

Relatively quiet at #Royden this morning given it’s half-term. Still the occasional harlequin ladybird catching rays.

A dirt path winds through a forest with trees arching overhead and sunlight filtering through the leaves.A dirt path covered with fallen leaves winds through a dense, green forest.A tranquil pond reflects the surrounding trees, with a small wooden platform floating in the center.A small black beetle with a red marking is perched on a textured, curved metal surface outdoors.

#PortSunlight this morning. Distinctly autumnal.

A row of charming, historic brick houses is set against a clear blue sky with a well-maintained lawn in front.A large, historic brick house with intricate designs is surrounded by lush greenery and under a clear blue sky.An arched stone bridge frames a path surrounded by lush greenery and trees with autumn foliage.A sunny park features a path winding through green and yellow-leaved trees with a clear blue sky above.

Listened to Death of an Ordinary Man by Sarah Perry on BBC Radio 4. I guess every demise is personal and different but an important topic nonetheless ๐Ÿ“ป