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Damp underfoot but dodged all but the briefest of showers this morning in #Royden. Summer splurge of green stuff well underway.

A serene, wooded path surrounded by lush green trees creates a tranquil tunnel-like canopy.A quaint stone building is covered in lush green foliage and flowering plants, featuring a teal door and surrounded by vibrant shrubs and garden greenery.A lush garden scene features a winding path surrounded by a variety of green plants and colorful flowers against a backdrop of tall trees and climbing foliage.A peaceful garden scene features a wooden bench, vibrant flowers, lush greenery, and a tall brick tower in the background.

Not many people seem to use the path at the back of the small arboretum at #Royden, possibly due to the large number of molehills in front of it. The tree is a madrona/arbutus apparently. First conkers spotted by Benty’s!

A tall, leafy tree with a thick trunk stands in a lush, green grassy area surrounded by other trees.A woodland path is adorned with vibrant purple flowers forming an archway of blooming branches.A dirt path in a forest is lined with branches and scattered with purple flowers, leading under a large tree adorned with vibrant purple blossoms.A branch with green leaves and a few small, spiky seed pods is set against a background of dense foliage.

Last dry day for a while if the forecasts are to be believed. Heather starting to bloom on Thurstaston Hill (early?). #Royden fairly quiet though the dog walkers tend to cluster which makes more space for the rest!

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Found a newly laid path at #Royden which turned out to be part of a path I used to follow in reverse. I wonder if more people will use it?

A gravel path winds through a wooded area surrounded by trees and grass.A scenic landscape features lush green vegetation, tall purple flowers, and a distant view of a body of water beneath a cloudy sky.A tranquil lake is surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant pink flowering trees under a partly cloudy sky.A vibrant meadow with tall pink flowers sits in front of a lush, wooded area under a partly cloudy sky.

From yesterday, assorted views of the very photogenic Central Library in Liverpool.

Looking up through a multi-story atrium with circular balconies, the view showcases a large, intricate dome skylight.A grand library interior features tall bookshelves filled with books, a high domed ceiling, and display cases in the foreground.A grand, well-lit room with classical architecture features display cases and ornate columns.A large, open book is displayed in a glass case in the center of a library with tall wooden bookshelves filled with books.

Last hot day of the present spell but just pleasantly warm first thing in #Royden. A few puddles after last night’s thunderstorm.

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Gentle breeze much appreciated this morning on Montgomery Hill.

A field of tall grass and wildflowers stretches towards a distant house under a clear sky.

Nice day out in Liverpool visiting the Walker Art Gallery and Central Library. Had fun sketching in the sculpture gallery. Medieval, Baroque and Renaissance galleries particularly good places to chill (literally). Sorry to see the library cafe apparently closed.

A bronze statue of a farmworker with a broad-brimmed hat stands on a pedestal in an art gallery, surrounded by framed paintings on the walls.A gallery room features paintings on dark blue walls, with glass display cases holding various artifacts on wooden flooring.A museum exhibit displays ceramic figures, including a detailed statue of a woman in a dress with floral patterns and a figure of a person with an animal head, surrounded by other ceramic items and framed paintings on the walls.A large, circular library room with wooden bookshelves filled with books, display cases, and a domed ceiling is shown.

Still a bit scorchio in #Royden so kept the walk short and shady. Laburnum arch still looking peachy. Coffee and carbs in the courtyard.

A wooded path is surrounded by tall, green trees with dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy.A wooded area is filled with blooming purple flowers and sunlight filtering through the trees.A pathway is covered by a tunnel of lush, cascading yellow flowers.A tranquil pond is surrounded by lush greenery and flowering bushes under a clear blue sky.

Pleasantly warm again first thing in #Royden. Understandably quite busy, especially noticeable on the narrow paths up to Thurstaston Hill. Nice to see people enjoying the fine weather.

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Not really a sun person but enjoyed the warmth this morning in #Royden. Shade from trees much appreciated.

A dirt path winds through a lush, green forest with tall trees and flowering bushes.Pink wildflowers are growing amidst lush green foliage in a natural setting.A narrow dirt path winds through lush, green forest vegetation under a canopy of trees.A grassy landscape features lush greenery and trees with a rocky outcrop and a distant view of water under a cloudy sky.

Distinctly warm this morning in #Royden. I suspect more clouts need casting! Bit of a renewal theme with the photos. Also, saw a treecreeper.

A lush green coniferous plant is surrounded by vibrant purple-flowered shrubs.A peaceful pond scene features a group of birds perched on a small, grassy island surrounded by lush greenery and calm water.A Canada goose stands protectively over a small, fluffy gosling resting on the ground near a body of water.A wooded path is surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant pink and purple flowers.

Current fave album is Remember the Humans by Broken Social Scene. Just beautiful music.๐ŸŽต

Apple TV on a bit of a roll at the moment. Widow’s Bay and Criminal Record have become a regular watch with For All Mankind not far behind. ๐Ÿ“บ

Warm but largely overcast morning in #Royden. Feeling reckless so cast a clout. Rhodos and bracken prominent though a few early rhodos losing their flowers now.

A lush forest scene features tall trees and vibrant purple rhododendron blooms amidst dense greenery.Narrow passageway under flowering rhododendron bush with fallen trunk partially blocking the path. Dirt path leading past boundary marker and memorial stone with treeline in distance. A narrow dirt path winds through a lush, green wooded area under a cloudy sky.

Brief tour de #Royden this morning. Fairly quiet. Weather gods smiling for a change.

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Congrats to both teams on a fitting climax to this year’s Women’s Six Nations. Great to see the Red Roses continue their winning streak ๐ŸŒน ๐Ÿ†

Passing showers this morning in #Royden. Peak rhodo I would guess. Skipped coffee (Benty’s busy).

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Mostly drizzle this morning in #Royden. Up top again for a distant view of the yachts off West Kirby. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s.

Lush greenery with vibrant pink and purple flowering bushes surround a broken tree in a tranquil forest setting.A serene coastal landscape features a distant view of the sea with sailboats, surrounded by lush greenery and houses.A lush, green meadow is bordered by flowering shrubs and tall trees, with a lone bird perched on a fence wire.A dirt pathway lined with wooden fences winds through dense foliage, with lush greenery and blooming purple flowers surrounding it.

Gentle meander around a very quiet #Royden in the noonday sun. Coffee at the courtyard.

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To the top of Thurstaston Hill today. On the edge of a rain cloud moving up the estuary. A fair amount of rain overnight. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s.

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Stormy skies, showers and a strong breeze this morning in #Royden. A few puddles underfoot and just the one moorhen chick in evidence on the mere. Coffee and carbs in a very quiet Benty’s.

Afternoon stroll around #Royden to admire the rhodos in the sun. Not many waterfowl evident on the mere though ducks kept popping up in unexpected places, plus a family of fledgling moorhens in the shade.

Cold start, big clouds this morning in #Royden. Rhodo blossom looking very nice and a fair number still in bud. Sadly no time for coffee.

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