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Clear skies and chilly for this morning’s visit to #Royden. Fly agarics en route still flourishing. Coffee and carbs on Ted’s bench.

A birdhouse stands on a pole in the middle of a sunlit grassy area surrounded by dense, tall trees.Four red mushrooms with white spots are growing in a grassy field near some dense bushes.A narrow, leaf-covered dirt path winds through a wooded area with dense green foliage and a wooden fence on one side.A simple wooden bench stands on a forest floor surrounded by trees with sunlight filtering through the leaves.

Clear skies and chilly this morning in #Royden. Nice reflection in the mere. Coffee and carbs under the conifers.

A narrow dirt path winds through a sunlit forest with dense greenery and arching tree branches overhead.A narrow, leaf-covered dirt path winds through a densely vegetated forest area with tall trees and thick greenery on either side.A dirt path winds through a sunlit forest with trees casting shadows on the ground.A serene scene shows lush trees reflected perfectly in the calm water of a lake under a clear blue sky.

Damp underfoot this morning in #Royden. Still a few fungi popping up. Tape by Acer in walled garden gone now. Coffee and carbs outside at Benty’s.

A dirt path winds through a forested area with tall trees and dense underbrush on either side.A dirt path winds through a natural landscape with green trees, bushes, and colorful wildflowers under a partly cloudy sky.A red and white mushroom is growing among green grass and fallen yellow leaves.A grassy yard is surrounded by trees and bushes with some leaves beginning to change color under a clear blue sky.

A bit dismal first thing in #Royden but it brightened up a little subsequently before the rain. Gorse adding much needed colour to the heathland. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s.

A narrow dirt path runs alongside a wooden fence bordering a lush green field under a cloudy sky.A dirt path covered with fallen pine needles winds through a forested area with tall trees and scattered logs.A tall tree stands beside a dense, shrub-covered landscape under a cloudy sky.A dirt path winds through dense greenery and bushes with yellow flowers under an overcast sky.

Bright sunshine this morning in #Royden. Greasby Brook still dry. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s.

A sunlit dirt path winds through a forest with trees and green foliage on both sides.A rustic autumn display features pumpkins, flowers, greenery, wheelbarrows, a broom, and a tree decorated with small orange and white ornaments under a tent.A wooden gate blocks a dirt path surrounded by dense, green forest trees and foliage.A sunlit dirt path winds through a dense forest filled with green and brown ferns and tall trees.

Mostly dry and cloudy this morning in a quiet #Royden. “Fly agarics” and unexpected cordons in the walled garden. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard.

A winding dirt path cuts through a grassy field bordered by tall trees under a cloudy sky.A narrow dirt path covered with fallen leaves winds through a dense forest with green shrubs and tall trees.A section of grass surrounded by trees is cordoned off with red and white striped tape.A wooded area features several red-and-white spotted mushroom sculptures placed near a path covered with wood chips.

Bright but cool this morning in #Royden. A few more fungi, including fly agaric and a duck-shaped bracket. Path widening coming along a treat.

A narrow dirt path winds through lush green and yellow shrubbery under a partly cloudy sky in a natural wooded area.A winding dirt path bordered by wooden posts and fencing leads through a wooded area with trees and shrubs on either side.A patch of green grass with three mushrooms, two of which have red and white caps, and some sunlight casting shadows.A large bracket fungus on the rough bark of a tree surrounded by green and yellowing foliage.

Return to the Williamson to see the remaining exhibitions about to close. Nothing like being a completist, I guess. Coffee and carbs at the cafe.

A spacious art gallery displays a variety of paintings on its walls and sculptures on pedestals across a polished wooden floor.A detailed scale model of a tugboat named Hollygarth is displayed inside a glass case.A spacious art gallery room with blue walls displays various framed paintings and drawings, with wooden benches placed in the centre and foreground.A quiet art gallery room features a series of framed paintings displayed with benches for visitors to sit and appreciate the artwork.

Gentle stroll to Benty’s and back this morning in #Royden. Rained cats and dogs on return leg but saw some nice fungi. Also, path widening progressing.

A large, traditional Tudor-style house is seen beyond a grassy field framed by tree branches.A small bird with a red breast is hopping and pecking at the ground covered with dry leaves and twigs.A moss-covered fallen log is surrounded by clusters of small brown mushrooms and green leafy plants in a damp forest setting.A moss-covered log in a forest has clusters of brown mushrooms growing on its surface, surrounded by green leaves and fallen autumn leaves.A round, textured mushroom is growing among dry leaves, grass, and moss on the forest floor.A dirt pathway winds through dense vegetation and shrubs under a cloudy sky.

Occasional light showers this morning in #Royden but able to sit outside at Benty’s where coffee and carbs were consumed. Path widening continues.

A dense cluster of ferns is growing over a pile of large, cut tree trunks in a forest setting.A sunlit forest trail winds uphill through trees and ferns with scattered dry leaves and branches on the ground.A wooden bench overlooks a scenic landscape of green fields, trees, and a large body of water under a cloudy sky.A triangular construction warning sign is placed on a dirt path surrounded by dense green foliage under a cloudy sky.

Chilly first thing in #Royden. More fungi, some from the nearby cemetery.

A dirt path winds through a dense area of green bushes and trees, with patches of purple flowers in the foreground.A sunlit forest path winds through dense trees and leafy undergrowth with scattered roots and fallen leaves on the ground.A single mushroom is growing at the base of a moss-covered tree trunk surrounded by fallen leaves and twigs.A large mushroom is growing on the forest floor next to a tree trunk surrounded by fallen leaves and small plants.A bent tree trunk in a forest is covered with bracket fungi growing along its rough and patchy bark.A grassy area is scattered with numerous small mushrooms near fallen leaves and bordered by a hedge.Clusters of small mushrooms are growing in a grassy area near a large, upright rock and some flat stones.

Splashes of colour in the walled garden then it’s fungi all the way down this morning in #Royden. Coffee and carbs in the courtyard.

A neatly arranged garden bed filled with colorful flowers bordered by a green wooden fence and backed by a brick wall.A shaded garden path is surrounded by various flowering plants and dense greenery.A cluster of small mushrooms is growing on the side of a decaying tree trunk surrounded by leaf litter on the forest floor.A cluster of orange and white mushrooms is growing at the base of a tree surrounded by fallen leaves, twigs, moss, and green holly leaves.Several pale mushrooms are growing on a forest floor covered with leaves, moss, and green ferns.A single brown mushroom is growing among green leaves, dry twigs, and fallen leaves on the forest floor.A forest floor covered with green ivy and dry leaves, featuring two large mushrooms growing among the vegetation.A cluster of mushrooms growing on and around a moss-covered old tree stump in a forest setting.

Brief visit to #Royden but did a full(ish) circuit. UK Fungus Day on the 10th apparently so am on the lookout. Don’t think it’s going to be a classic year but what do I know. 🤷‍♂️ www.ukfungusday.co.uk

A narrow dirt path winds through a forest filled with tall trees and dense green foliage.A narrow dirt path winds through a lush, green forest with dense foliage and trees surrounding it.A large rock formation juts out over a dirt path surrounded by greenery, with a view of distant hills and a body of water under a cloudy sky.A single brown mushroom is growing amidst dry leaves and small twigs scattered on the forest floor.

Chilly first thing in a busy #Royden. Knee improving so a few more steps than previously. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard.

A dirt path winds through a natural landscape with bushes, grass, and trees under a partly cloudy sky.A dense shrubbery covered with yellow and purple flowers grows in front of a backdrop of trees and dry foliage.A dense ground cover of various shrubs and small yellow flowers is interspersed with several dewy spider webs stretched among the plants.Red Virginia creeper climbs over a wooden gate and stone wall under a cloudy sky.

A lovely sunny day but knee a bit wobbly so just touching base at #Royden this morning.

A sunlit dirt path winds through a dense forest with lush green foliage on either side.A weathered informational sign about Royden Park and Thurstaston Common Local Nature Reserve is positioned among trees and ivy near a wooden fence, overlooking a sunlit grassy field.A sunlit dirt path covered with fallen leaves winds through a dense, green forest with trees casting shadows on the ground.A narrow dirt path winds through dense greenery under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Birkenhead for shopping this morning. Coffee and carbs at the Williamson where the maritime gallery appears to have had a revamp. Never enough time do the place justice but at least that keeps us coming back.

A spacious, well-lit museum gallery features various sculptures, including busts and a tall wooden totem-like piece, along with display cases containing artwork.A whimsical frog figure wearing a hat and a shirt sits on a wooden stool, meticulously painting a small architectural model on a desk.A wooden display cabinet houses a collection of intricately decorated ceramic and porcelain vases, jugs, and figurines, arranged neatly on glass shelves with bright lighting.A display case and drawers contain detailed miniature ship models and a layout of a dockyard or harbor.

Chilly first thing but beautiful morning in #Royden thereafter. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s which apparently has a Halloween trail. 👻

A sunlit forest clearing with slender trees, leafy undergrowth, and a dirt path winding through it.A sunlit forest path winds through trees and undergrowth with exposed roots and ferns on either side.A rustic wooden gate covered with vibrant red vines stands between stone buildings under a clear blue sky.A tranquil pond surrounded by lush green trees reflects the clear blue sky above.Green holly leaves with sharp points are adorned with clusters of bright red berries, set against a blurred natural background.A spiky chestnut burr is split open on a tree branch, revealing several brown chestnuts inside surrounded by large green leaves.

Lunch at Nest, then a nice stroll along the clifftops at Thurstaston. Did not know that there are the remains of bunkers under the mounds.

A rural scene with a gravel road in the foreground, a fenced green field, and a partly cloudy blue sky above.A set of wooden stairs leads down through greenery toward a calm body of water under a partly cloudy sky.A coastal landscape features a shoreline with cliffs, dry grass, and a partly cloudy blue sky.An informational sign is displayed on a wooden stand in a grassy park area under a partly cloudy sky.

Cloudy and damp underfoot this morning in #Royden. Walled garden an oasis of colour. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard for the first time in a while. Nice.

A garden path is surrounded by lush greenery, purple flowers, and a tree bearing red fruit.A winding garden path is surrounded by lush greenery, flowering plants, and a large tree with leaves showing hints of red.A lush garden pathway is surrounded by various green shrubs and trees, some with leaves turning reddish, under a cloudy sky.A collection of green leafy plants and dry brown leaves with branches scattered on the ground. A mouse is hiding.

Bright sunshine this morning in #Royden but chilly with it so layers again. Early doors so relatively quiet. Good to see one of the paths has been widened. Saw someone accidentally knocked over there by a dog trying to get past (her own).

A dirt path winds through a forest filled with tall trees and dense green foliage.A rocky forest path is surrounded by green-leaved trees under a partly cloudy sky.A sunlit dirt path winds through a wooded area, passing between two wooden posts with wire fencing on one side.A sunlit dirt path winds through dense bushes and trees under a clear sky with a visible contrail.

Cool so layered up for #Royden this morning. First three photos show possible route of peak cluster pipeline. Greasby brook right in middle of 100 m corridor, 30 m of which will be used. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s.

A dirt path winds through a forested area with tall trees and green foliage under a partly cloudy sky.A dirt pathway winds through a wooded area with tall trees, including one with a large knotted growth on its trunk.A wooden fence stands at the edge of a green field bordered by trees under a cloudy sky.A tranquil pond surrounded by dense trees under a partly cloudy sky reflecting on the water is depicted.

Just a brief foray into #Royden this afternoon. Got my steps in. #FingerpostFriday

A black and white striped signpost indicating a public footpath stands next to a stone wall along a roadside.A dirt path winds through a forest with tall trees and brown ferns on either side.A narrow dirt path winds through a forested area with green and brown ferns and trees under a cloudy sky.A dirt pathway surrounded by green bushes and trees leads to a shaded area with a wooden signpost and bench.

Nice autumnal weather in #Royden this morning, cool but not cold. Paths reverting to dust in places though so more rain needed. Cattle giving difficult second album vibes. Benty’s busy, sat outside.

A dirt pathway winds through a dense forest with tall trees and green foliage overhead.A narrow dirt path winds through a lush landscape of heather and bushes under a partly cloudy sky with a tree bearing red berries in the foreground.A dirt path winds through a grassy and shrub-filled landscape under a cloudy sky.A group of cows is resting and standing among the trees in a forested area with a leafy ground cover.