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Visit to #Royden cut short by rain earlier than expected.

Sorry to hear of Wirral-born Patricia Routledge’s demise. Will remember her as the Dowager Duchess of Denver in the BBC’s adaptation of the Dorothy L Sayers Wimsey books but what a wonderful and wide ranging career she had.

A forest path is surrounded by trees and scattered leaves.A forest path covered in fallen leaves winds through tall trees with a mix of green and brown foliage.

Pleasant amble around #PortSunlight followed by coffee in the gallery.

Pink roses bloom in a garden with a domed building visible in the background.A large, leafy tree stands next to a path in a park-like setting with scattered fallen leaves.A stone arch bridge spans over a paved path surrounded by greenery and trees.A pathway lined with tall trees leads into the distance, flanked by grass and fallen leaves, with a person walking in the background.

I knew the basics of how Kit Marlowe met his end but thought the BBC Radio 4 exposition The Reckoning was excellent ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿ“ป

A few autumn tints starting to appear in the walled garden at #Royden

A garden with various plants and trees is set against a brick wall covered in ivy, with a tall tower visible in the background.A picturesque garden scene features a gravel path winding through lush greenery and vibrant red foliage, with a large blue pot filled with red flowers in the foreground.

Crazy golf at #NewBrighton based around town landmarks. Nicely done ๐Ÿ‘

A coastal view features a miniature golf course with various structures, a road, parked cars, and the sea in the background.

Changing seasons reflected in the decorations at Benty’s. #Royden

A rustic autumn display features pumpkins, colorful foliage, and potted plants arranged by a wooden wall and a white curtain.Sunlight filters through a forest, casting shadows on a leaf-covered path surrounded by tall trees.

Walk on the #KC3P from #Thurstaston to Banks Road for coffee at YOT and wondering how much the path is going to cut up in the coming months. Speaking of which, intrigued by the backstory to this abandoned boat which has been sawn in half. A saw and pot of paint are visible in the cabin.

A narrow dirt path winds through tall grass alongside a coastal landscape.A rural landscape features fields, trees, and a distant path under a cloudy sky.A series of boats are grounded on a muddy shoreline with grassy patches under a cloudy sky.A small, weathered boat with a red hull and white deck is resting on a patch of grass near a concrete barrier.

Sun-dappled woodland paths this morning. #Royden

A sunlit forest path is surrounded by tall trees and fallen leaves.A sunlit forest path, surrounded by tall trees and scattered ferns, winds through a leafy woodland area.A path lined with fallen leaves winds through a lush, green forest.A path winds through a sunlit forest with tall trees and lush greenery.

Heron, cormorant. #Royden

A heron stands amidst lily pads in a tranquil pond, with a wooden dock and lush trees in the background.Sunlit tree branches with green leaves hang over a tranquil pond, with a wooden railing in the foreground. A cormorant suns itself on a wooden island intended for ducks.

Return to Burton. Lovely weather and insect life much in evidence.

A scenic view from a bird hide overlooks a peaceful wetland with a blue sky above.A butterfly with orange and black wings (red admiral) rests on pink flowers surrounded by greenery.A butterfly with brown and yellow patterned wings (speckled wood) rests on a green leaf amidst various foliage.Two dragonflies are perched on a leaf, appearing to be mating among some green foliage.

Still seeking out softer woodland trails so back to #Royden once more. Water in the stream for the first time after last night’s deluge. Pleased to see the walled garden open, then coffee at the courtyard cafe.

Looking up a woodland path with tall trees and wall to left, iron railings to right. Ditch with water flowing slowly between two banks covered with leaves and a tree trunk visible at the top. Small jetty in foreground with lake beyond surrounded by trees reflected in water. Edge of walled garden on right overlooked by tall stone tower. Wall covered with foliage. Pot with sign in foreground, shrubs and trees beyond, nearest ones in pots

Wander around a very quiet Ness, coffee at Burton Manor cafe and then a quick visit to RSPB Burton where the cafe is now open every day apparently.

A charming brick house with tall chimneys is surrounded by lush greenery and ornamental grasses under a cloudy sky.A narrow, wood chip path winds through a vibrant garden filled with tall plants and flowers under a partly cloudy sky.A gravel path winds through a garden with various plants and flowers under a cloudy sky.A lush, vibrant garden is filled with diverse plants and trees, featuring a stone column and a small gravel pathway.

Can report that the corn is no longer high and the view has therefore improved.

A dirt path runs alongside a wooden fence with foliage, overlooking a field of stubble and distant landscape under a cloudy sky.

A damp Port Sunlight this morning. Amused to see the “Please do not touch” sign on Gibson’s Pandora in the Lady Lever. Bemused by the presence of only six stars on the Blessed Damozel (poem had seven). Coffee at Hulme Hall and a quick breeze through the garden centre without buying anything.

A spacious, well-lit gallery features wooden benches, sculptures, and classical paintings lining the walls.A classical marble statue depicts a draped figure holding an object, standing gracefully on a pedestal.A richly framed artwork depicts a woman with red hair and green drapery surrounded by floral elements, alongside other figures, in a classical style.

Yesterday in #NewBrighton

A row of historic buildings with ornate architecture is set against a backdrop of dramatic clouds, with parked cars in the foreground.

Coffee at Tanskey’s. I note that the cat stickers have reached #WestKirby. Closest I’ll get to #caturday.

A view of a waterfront with a "DISABLED" parking space seen through a window.A street sign for Sandy Lane in Wirral is displayed in front of a wooden and brick fence.

Suspiciously large numbers of union flags attached to street lights on outskirts (but not inside) Cheshire Oaks. Someone’s been busy. #Wirral

Upcoming, Heritage Open Days 2025. www.heritageopendays.org.uk/whats-on/…

Sunny day with only a gentle breeze so nice reflections on the mere at #Royden

A serene lake surrounded by lush trees reflects the vibrant greenery and clear blue sky, with a wooden platform in the foreground.A peaceful pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with lily pads floating on the water's surface.

Pleasant walk along the #KC3P at #Thurstaston. Large numbers of egrets in the estuary and in their tree roost. Tinkers Dell has acquired a memorial bench with a splendid view.

A serene rural landscape with a field, distant trees, and a flock of birds roosting.A wooden bench is situated along a dirt path surrounded by greenery and shrubs.A narrow path with wooden railings leads down through greenery to a sandy beach overlooking a tranquil sea.

Godwits, loads of ‘em!

View of field with hedge in foreground, trees and bushes in the distance and thousands of waders next to a small pond.A large flock of birds is gathered on a grassy area near a pond, surrounded by trees and shrubs.

Railway 200 has been a somewhat subliminal event for me thus far but nice to see the House of Commons Library chipping in.

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This morning’s observations: a wavy path carved by recent rainfall, a heron in stealth mode and a weirdly opalescent sea in the far distance. Dodged most of the precipitation again.

A narrow, winding dirt path cuts through a forest floor covered with fallen leaves and surrounded by tall trees.A tranquil pond features clusters of lily pads with a heron resting on one of them.A dirt path runs alongside a cornfield bordered by a wooden fence, surrounded by trees with wind turbines visible in the distance under a cloudy sky.

Quick peep at the Caldy Wildfowl Collection this morning, mostly greylag and barnacle geese. Then onto Royden for coffee in the courtyard cafe accompanied by a gentle drizzle.

A flock of birds is gathered on a grassy area near a body of water, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.A forest path, bordered by trees and scattered with fallen leaves, stretches into the distance.

Fast walk around #Royden interspersed with occasional attempts at chi-running.

A tranquil pond surrounded by lush greenery and lily pads under a partly cloudy sky.