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Interesting project Features - How to Build a Medieval Castle - Archaeology Magazine - September/October 2025 archaeology.org/issues/se…

Early morning walk from car park at Riverbank Road to Banks Road (and yes, YOT) and back. Curious about the official-looking building adjacent to the car park. Apparently built post-war as the Margaret Beavan Memorial Childrens Home. Now flats I assume. www.instagram.com/p/DHmG4Sv…

A coastal landscape features grassy fields stretching toward distant hills, bordered by a blue metal railing.A large brick house with multiple chimneys is partially obscured by tall green hedges under a clear blue sky.A grassy landscape with a distant waterway and a lifebuoy attached to a wooden post under a clear blue sky.A vast, golden field stretches towards a distant horizon of hills under a clear blue sky, with trees framing the scene.

Thor’s Stone or Rock at #Thurstaston this morning. Returned to Royden hoping for some shelter in the event of rain (which largely failed to materialize). The supposed Viking association apparently dates to Liverpool architect and historian JA Picton in Victorian times.

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A sandy path leads to a rocky area surrounded by lush greenery and trees under a cloudy sky.

Early morning wander around #Royden, coffee and a blackcurrant scone at Benty’s, then a quick peek into the walled garden where, yes, we found a couple of errant gnomes.

A potted plant in a garden features a sign with the word "MISSING!" and an illustration of a garden gnome.A lush garden features dense foliage, a pathway, and a distant structure surrounded by sunlight filtering through the trees.A small shrub is growing in a square cutout in a concrete sidewalk.A small gnome figurine is nestled in a blue pot with plants.

Walk along #Hoylake prom this morning. A little murky post-shower but clearing by the time we finished prior to the heat kicking in. Don’t know Hoylake that well but possible sand accretion in places albeit presumably some (most?) only temporary.

A paved promenade with metal railing runs alongside a beach with patches of sand and sparse vegetation, stretching into the distance under a cloudy sky.A vast, sandy beach with patches of grass and shallow water extends into a cloudy sky.

The Marine Lake #WestKirby this morning. Post #StormFloris there is erosion of the external sandbank and the internal sand has formed a bar underwater.

An asphalt path extends into the distance under a clear blue sky with a landing stage and wide concrete slipway in the foreground.Aa asphalt path extends into a body of water under a blue sky, with a "No Entry" sign visible.A rocky shoreline leads to a vast, flat beach with tidal patterns under a cloudy sky and a distant warning sign.A closeup of an asphalt path which meets murky water with a gentle wave pattern and a narrow sandbar..

What a difference a day makes, plus #Heswall Field still resolutely purple.

A path winds through a golden field next to the ocean under a cloudy sky.A golden wheat field is bordered by a dirt path under a clear blue sky near the coastline.A field of purple wildflowers stretches towards a backdrop of green trees and a distant tower.

Coffee at the courtyard cafe in #Royden this morning. Quiet generally apart from the occasional dog-walker. #Wirral

A rustic outdoor seating area features black tables and chairs, surrounded by an old brick building with a small tower and a wooden gazebo adorned with colorful bunting.A dirt path surrounded by dense green trees stretches into the distance.

Sand movements post #StormFloris at Marine Lake #WestKirby

Edge of the marine lake with sandy edge under a partly cloudy sky. A narrow path flanked by a calm body of water on one side and a sandy beach on the other extends into the distance under a partly cloudy sky.A vast sandy beach stretches into the distance under a partly cloudy sky, with large rocks in the foreground.

Hmm, pretty sure Church Farm at #Thurstaston has closed.

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Interesting walk from Banks Road #Heswall to #Parkgate and back via #KC3P. #Wirral #FingerpostFriday

Blue directional signs and a red postbox are surrounded by lush green foliage and trees.A paved path leads towards an open grassy field under a partly cloudy sky, framed by stone walls and trees.A narrow stone path bordered by a tall hedge traverses a grassy marsh under a partly cloudy sky.A narrow stone path winds through tall grass beneath a partly cloudy sky.

From this morning’s walk to Heswall Field which is predominantly covered in purple wild flowers at present.

A field of ripe barley (?) seen from the edge withe a wooded ridge in the background under a cloudy sky.A field of purple wild flowers, possibly common knapweed, among grass with trees behind under a cloudy sky.A toadlet or similar making it's way laboriously across a rough border of grass.

Summertime and the corn is high and hence pretty much blocking the view.

A dirt path runs beside a lush cornfield, with trees providing shade overhead.

From this morning’s walk around #WestKirby #Wirral

Sheep parrot hidden in tall parched grass with bushes and trees behind.A grassy sports field with white boundary lines is adjacent to a stone wall with a railing, surrounded by trees and a fence.Marine lake with rocks in the foreground, people walking around the lake in the middle distance, then yachts in the estuary and Welsh hills beyond.Bees enjoying the lavender in bloom.

Vanishing Point or, if you prefer, From Here To Eternity #WestKirby #Wirral

A long, narrow path extends between the sea and a rocky shoreline under a partly cloudy sky.

#WestKirby is blooming. Bookshop and banking hub both moving to larger premises. Kudos ๐ŸŽ‰ to the volunteers who do such an excellent job on the many plantings. #Wirral

A rectangular planter on a sidewalk is filled with vibrant pink, purple, and white flowers. Another in the background against a low wall leading to a shop.

First walk around the Marine Lake for a while (trifle damp in Wales), then off to the Banking Hub (how exciting not). Passed an escape room on the way (new to me). #WestKirby #Wirral www.westkirbyescaperoom.co.uk

Nice idea BBC News - Seaside stories sought for map to celebrate coastal gems - BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/arti…

Good to see support for Heighington Station. BBC News - ‘World’s oldest’ railway station in County Durham saved - BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/arti…

Walk through light drizzle in Birkenhead Park. Fencing up for weekend music festival (headliners Feeder, Example) and also spotted athletics track markings (doubtless for local school). Work on regeneration improvements in town centre much busier than on our last visit.

A grassy park with circular white track markings is bordered by trees.A line of metal fencing is set up in a grassy park area surrounded by trees.A large green park features benches, scattered trees, and a few people in the distance under a cloudy sky.

Fast walk/slow jog from Thurstaston to YOT via the Dungeon and Dales, about 3 miles in 50 min. Slow walk back via KC3P. Nice onshore breeze.

A lush, green forest scene features tall trees, a path, and logs on the ground, creating a serene and natural atmosphere.A crop field with a metal gate, a large stone, and a cloudy sky is depicted.A rustic stone building with wooden doors is situated beside a gravel path, surrounded by grass, with a house and a blue sky in the background.A path winds through a golden field leading towards the sea under a clear blue sky.

Sheltered from the heat in #Royden again where the heather is starting to bloom, the conkers are flourishing, the fungi are doing their stuff (early?) and the painted ladies are resolutely refusing to pose.

A forest path is surrounded by lush green trees and dappled sunlight.A scenic path winds through a landscape of purple heather and green foliage under a clear blue sky.A series of large, light-colored mushrooms are growing vertically on the trunk of a tree in a lush, green forest.A dark-colored butterfly is perched on tall, light-colored flower spikes against a backdrop of green foliage.

Pleasant walk in the shade at #Royden, coffee and raspberry scone at Benty’s then back via the Walled Garden. #Wirral

A sunlit forest path is surrounded by tall trees with lush green foliage.A tranquil pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees reflects the clear blue sky above.A green shelter beside a garden path, lined with plants and an informational board, leads to an archway with hanging flowers.Sunflowers in a garden with a tower and trees in the background.

Noodling around in the Domesday Book. For example, Robert of Rhuddlan’s entry: opendomesday.org/name/robe…

Views from #WestKirby Marine Lake this morning underlining the slightly weird way the tide comes in. And a very distant view of a cormorant. #Wirral

A vast sandy beach with scattered rocks under a clear blue sky stretches towards distant hills.A calm beach scene with a red marker pole standing in the shallow waters and distant hills on the horizon.A calm body of water stretches toward the horizon under a blue sky with scattered clouds, featuring a solitary post in the water with a bird on it.