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Looking for somewhere warm and under cover to get a (very) few steps in, went on spec to the Williamson Art Gallery. Delighted to find some excellent new exhibitions. Particularly liked the paintings by resident artist Steve des Landes.

A spacious art gallery features colorful paintings on the walls, with benches and a piano placed in the center of the wooden-floored room.A gallery room displays various paintings on the walls with a wooden bench in the center.

#WestKirby distinctly chilly in a strong easterly breeze this morning. Noted: new cafe where the bookshop was before it moved.

A seaside promenade features a pathway lined with benches and railings, adjacent to a body of water under an overcast sky.A gray, overcast sky looms over a quiet waterfront with a narrow jetty extending into the water, where several birds are perched.A sandy beach stretches out to the horizon under a cloudy sky, with a fenced walkway and rocky foreground.A garden scene features daffodils, a manicured lawn, and a black wooden structure in the background, bordered by trees and shrubs.

Knee still problematic so just a gentle meander across #Royden to Benty’s for a coffee and freshly baked scone. Nice to ring the changes and see some different views for a change. Penetrating cold but still guys in shorts. What is that about?

A picturesque scene shows a traditional, black-and-white building partially obscured by tall trees and surrounded by lush greenery.A forest path winds through tall, leafless trees with a tree stump in the foreground and a clearing visible in the distance.A muddy forest path winds through bare trees on a cloudy day.A winding dirt path leads through a forest of bare, leafless trees.

This morning’s circuit of a cold and fairly quiet #Royden. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard. I have a knee problem which is going to require some rest and recovery to fix.

Modified circuit of #Royden, including view over Thurstaston looking across the Dee estuary towards Wales. Gorse brightening up the path to the summit. Coffee machine at courtyard cafe en panne.

A forest path lined with bare trees and rocky terrain winds through the woods.A rocky pathway lined with yellow-flowered bushes stretches under a cloudy sky.A rocky path is surrounded by bushes and sparse trees under a cloudy sky.A landscape view features a field of trees, open grasslands, and a body of water in the distance under a cloudy sky.

Watched The Magus, more out of curiosity than high expectations. Some interesting departures from the book although overall it struggled to keep me engaged. However, Anthony Quinn excellent as Conchis. Probably better as a TV series (forthcoming?). ๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ๐Ÿฟ

Gentle circuit of a busy #Royden this morning. Dry above but getting difficult underfoot in places (I try to keep my feet as dry as possible). Coffee and carbs at Benty’s which became very busy during the time I was there. Good to see so many people about.

A narrow dirt path winds through a sparse, leafless forest with a cloudy sky overhead.A muddy path through a wooded area features several large puddles and is lined with bare trees and sparse foliage.A winding path in a forested area is bordered by bare trees and a stone wall, with patches of mud and puddles on the ground.A forest with tall, slender trees and a dirt path is depicted in a tranquil woodland setting.

Occasional light rain and muddy underfoot in places for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Detour via the pines. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard cafe.

A muddy path winds through a leafless forest with bare trees and damp ground.A grassy field with scattered shrubs is bordered by a line of tall trees under an overcast sky.A narrow, muddy path winds through a leafless forest with sparse green foliage.A forest path is surrounded by tall pine trees with a layer of fallen leaves on the ground.

Dry but chilly for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. No goosander. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard despite which I’ve lost 3 kg over the past four weeks of calorie counting. Feeling and moving much better. Upping activity levels likely a major factor given only minor changes to diet.

A muddy path winds through a dense forest of leafless trees.A path winds through a leafless, wooded area with scattered autumn leaves on the ground.A wooden path leads through a forested area with tree-lined steps and footbridge surrounded by mud and foliage.

Quick visit to a sunny New Brighton or should that be New Brollywood given the the number of movies and TV shoots going on there.

A coastal scene features a concrete barrier with colorful wooden benches overlooking a sandy beach and industrial cranes in the background.A sandy beach with a curved rock barrier extends into the calm sea under a partly cloudy sky.

Listening to Sidings by Craven Faults. Several railway allusions in the track titles, maybe it’s the rhythm of a railway journey? Understated and beautiful. ๐ŸŽง๐ŸŽต

Watched One Battle After Another. As expected, some strong performances but also an interesting story that held my attention to the end. ๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ๐Ÿฟ

Grey skies but dry for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Carbs at the courtyard (coffee machine kaput).

Going to pause these cross-posts but will continue to post on the blog. Have fun, people.

A leaf-covered, winding forest path is flanked by bare trees under a cloudy sky.A forest path winds through leafless trees on a quiet, overcast day.A dirt path winds through a densely wooded area with tall trees and sparse underbrush.A narrow-gauge railway track runs alongside a fence, bordered by grass and blooming snowdrops amidst a wooded area.

Dry despite the forecast for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Barnacle geese and oystercatchers at Six Acre. Benty’s closed so coffee and carbs at the courtyard.

A serene pond surrounded by trees and reeds, with geese walking on the grassy bank.A wooden gate leads to a path flanked by bushes, with a sign attached and a building and white tent visible in the background.A muddy path splits into two directions through a forest with leafless trees and patches of green foliage.A forest landscape featuring tall, slender trees with a winding dirt path beneath a partly cloudy sky.

Dry above if not underfoot for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard. Six goosander. Also saw a three van TV/film lighting crew headed into West Kirby. #OblongOfDreams

A muddy path winds through a forest of leafless trees.A narrow path winds through a leafless forest with bare trees on either side.A muddy path winds through a leafless forest with a wooden gate on the left.A muddy path winds through a bare winter forest with a wooden gate to the side.

Light rain for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Skipped coffee.

A muddy forest path winds through bare trees, creating a serene and earthy atmosphere.A leaf-covered path winds through a forest with tall, bare trees.A serene forest scene with tall trees and a ground covered in leaves and pine needles.

Liked Love You To Death on Apple TV. Romcoms not normally my cup of tea but protagonists sufficiently quirky as to hold my attention. ๐Ÿ“บ

In the morning I visited FACT and saw, somewhat serendipitously, Meet Me In The Digital Twin, a Nina Davies collab that reminded me of last February’s Glow Green Walk. Then on to the Walker for the very nicely curated Turner exhibition. #Liverpool

An art gallery exhibit features paintings on a blue wall with a central display case on a wooden floor.

Bit of a stomp around the back streets of central #Liverpool in the rain.

A courtyard features a brick-paved path surrounded by winter vegetation and leads to a large, round building with arched windows.A narrow cobblestone street is lined with tall, old brick buildings under a cloudy sky.A street scene features a white building with a bicycle mounted above the door, surrounded by brick buildings and wet pavement.A brick building on a rainy day stands beside a wet cobblestone street.

Short circuit of #Royden this morning. No time for coffee either.

A forest scene features several tall, leafless trees with exposed roots growing over a rocky outcrop on a bed of fallen leaves.A muddy path winds through a forested area with leafless trees and dense greenery on either side.A dirt path winds through a forest of tall, leafless trees under an overcast sky.

Very pleasant circuit around #Royden. Low sun followed by mist. Lots of birdsong. Coffee and carbs in the courtyard cafe.

Sunlight filters through the bare trees of a tranquil forest, casting long shadows on the ground.A forest path is surrounded by leafless trees and scattered fallen leaves, creating a serene and natural atmosphere.Snowdrops are blooming by a wooden fence in a misty, rural setting with scattered leaves.A misty forest path is blocked by a metal gate with a red warning sign, surrounded by bare and leaf-covered trees.

Light rain for this morning’s circuit of #Royden. Coffee and carbs undercover in Benty’s. Six goosander on the mere.

A muddy forest path winds through leafless trees on an overcast day.A narrow, leaf-covered path winds through a forest of bare trees on an overcast day.A rustic display features a wooden spool adorned with artificial plants, wooden logs, and a decorative rooster.A forest scene with tall, slender trees and a ground covered in leaves and twigs.

Very pleasant circuit of #Royden. Bit of a detour via Thor’s Rock and thence a quiet Benty’s for coffee and carbs. Have decided that at my age it’s unwise to shed weight too quickly. ๐Ÿค”

A wooded path with bare trees and a moss-covered stone marker leads uphill under a cloudy sky.A rocky, weathered path winds through a natural landscape with sparse vegetation and bare trees.A forest path winds through trees and shrubs, bordered by large rock formations.A rocky path winds through a leafless, wintry forest landscape.

Pleasant circuit of #Royden. Not too bad underfoot. Six goosander on the mere. Coffee and carbs at the courtyard (Benty’s was busy).

A crow is perched on a tree branch along a forest path lined with leafless trees and mossy trunks.A forest path is lined with trees and large rocks on a slightly overcast day.A robin is perched on a branch surrounded by holly leaves and twigs.A female goosander is swimming on a calm, reflective body of water surrounded by bare trees.

#Royden this afternoon for the first time in a while (minor injury). Three goosander on the mere.

A dirt path winds through a leafless, tranquil forest with bare branches and sparse undergrowth.A dirt path winds through a wooded area with trees and shrubs on either side.A winding dirt path leads through a forest with intertwined moss-covered tree trunks alongside.A tranquil pond surrounded by trees features a small platform with birds perched on top.