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A structure known as Sailor's Hall was constructed on the edge of the north side of Hawthorn Dene near the sea in 1787 by Admiral Milbanke, relative of Sir Ralph Milbanke of Seaham Hall (father-in-law of Lord Byron), as a summer retreat. The Admiral died in 1805 and the building fell into ruin. Later a Major George Anderson of Newcastle bought the land and erected a Gothic-style 30 room mansion called Hawthorn Cottage. He also built the two-storey look-out house on Kinley Hill which bears the name 'Anderson's Folly'. This mock mediaeval tower was inhabited until well into the 20th. Century. It has now been restored for use as a holiday cottage

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Staithes has a sheltered harbour, bounded by high cliffs and two long breakwaters. A mile to the west, Boulby Cliff is the highest cliff in England. For a brief period Boulby Cliff was mined for alum, a mineral used to improve the strength and permanency of colour when dying cloth. The mining operation was relatively short lived as a cheaper chemical method was developed. The ruined remnants of the mines can be seen from the cliff top when walking the Cleveland Way between Staithes and Skinningrove.

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Hardwick Park was constructed in the 1750's by John Burden as his private pleasure ground. Now a public Country Park, it has survived, practically unaltered but had fallen into a state of disrepair and neglect until 2004 when a major restoration project was put in place. Various decorative buildings were erected around a circuit walk at the centre of which was a 17 acre lake fed by a serpentine river. These buildings included a Bath House, Banqueting House, Temple of Minerva, Gothic Ruin, Tuscan Alcove and a Gothic Seat.

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Hardwick Park was constructed in the 1750's by John Burden as his private pleasure ground. Now a public Country Park, it has survived, practically unaltered but had fallen into a state of disrepair and neglect until 2004 when a major restoration project was put in place. Various decorative buildings were erected around a circuit walk at the centre of which was a 17 acre lake fed by a serpentine river. These buildings included a Bath House, Banqueting House, Temple of Minerva, Gothic Ruin, Tuscan Alcove and a Gothic Seat.

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As one first sees the house you can see many statues in the entrance court outside the house and in the distance there is an Obelisk. The vast obelisk, 127 feet (39 m) high, commemorates the visit of the Duke of Wellington in 1827.

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Hardwick Park was constructed in the 1750's by John Burden as his private pleasure ground. Now a public Country Park, it has survived, practically unaltered but had fallen into a state of disrepair and neglect until 2004 when a major restoration project was put in place. Various decorative buildings were erected around a circuit walk at the centre of which was a 17 acre lake fed by a serpentine river. These buildings included a Bath House, Banqueting House, Temple of Minerva, Gothic Ruin, Tuscan Alcove and a Gothic Seat.

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Hardwick Park was constructed in the 1750's by John Burden as his private pleasure ground. Now a public Country Park, it has survived, practically unaltered but had fallen into a state of disrepair and neglect until 2004 when a major restoration project was put in place. Various decorative buildings were erected around a circuit walk at the centre of which was a 17 acre lake fed by a serpentine river. These buildings included a Bath House, Banqueting House, Temple of Minerva, Gothic Ruin, Tuscan Alcove and a Gothic Seat.

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Derwentwater, at 3 miles long, 1 mile wide and 72 feet deep, is fed by the River Derwent catchment area in the high fells at the head of Borrowdale, and has a long historical and literary background. There are four islands, all owned by the National Trust, as is much of the shoreline. The Lake is very much a landscape of moods, varying from the dramatic waves splashing against Friar's Crag when driven by southerly gales, to the absolute mirror calm of early mornings. The most popular way to enjoy the beauty of the lake, other than by walking the paths around its shores, is to board one of the motor launches which operate round the lake. The launch stops at Ashness Gate where this image was taken, Lodore, High Brandlehow, Low Brandlehow, Hawes End and Nichol End.

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Castlerigg Stone Circle is one of the most visually impressive prehistoric monuments in Britain, and is the most visited stone circle in Cumbria. Every year thousands of people visit it to look, photograph, draw and wonder why and when and by whom it was built. The stone circle is on the level top of a low hill with views across to Skiddaw, Blencathra and Lonscale Fell. There are 38 stones in a circle approximately 30 metres in diameter. Within the ring is a rectangle of a further 10 standing stones. The tallest stone is 2.3 metres high. It was probably built around 3000 BC - the beginning of the later Neolithic Period - and is one of the earliest stone circles in Britain. It is important in terms of megalithic astronomy and geometry, as the construction contains significant astronomical alignments. Although its origins are unknown it is believed that it was used for ceremonial or religious purposes.

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Castlerigg Stone Circle is one of the most visually impressive prehistoric monuments in Britain, and is the most visited stone circle in Cumbria. Every year thousands of people visit it to look, photograph, draw and wonder why and when and by whom it was built. The stone circle is on the level top of a low hill with views across to Skiddaw, Blencathra and Lonscale Fell. There are 38 stones in a circle approximately 30 metres in diameter. Within the ring is a rectangle of a further 10 standing stones. The tallest stone is 2.3 metres high. It was probably built around 3000 BC - the beginning of the later Neolithic Period - and is one of the earliest stone circles in Britain. It is important in terms of megalithic astronomy and geometry, as the construction contains significant astronomical alignments. Although its origins are unknown it is believed that it was used for ceremonial or religious purposes.

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There is a story that Whitburn Hall was the birthplace of Lawn Tennis. Guests at the Hall hoping to play tennis were disappointed to find that there was no indoor tennis court. Sir Hedworth Williamson had an improvised tennis court laid out for them on the smooth lawns. If the story is true- Lawn tennis was invented on what is now Whitburn cricket ground. In 1898 Sir Hedworth paid for a new classroom to be built onto the infants school. He and Mrs Mrs Barnes together funded the building of the Barnes Institute, the centre of village life for the whole community for many years. Like his father, this Sir Hedworth took an interest in the village; people knew him and his family. Sir Hedworth 78th Baronet played cricket, and it was he who gave permission in 1862 for part of his garden to be used as a cricket field. He was for 30 years foreman of the grand jury of Durham Assizes and entertained the judges at Whitburn Hall during summer assizes. A Sunday cricket match between the circuit and Whitburn club was a regular event. 1900. Sir Hedworth died and the great days of Whitburn Hall were over. His successor was unmarried, died 1942. Succeeded by nephew unmarried 1946. Sir Nicholas may still be alive. He lived near Reading, never came to the hall. The Hall was occupied by the army during the war. In 1978 the house was severely damaged by fire and it was demolished in 1980.

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Named after the first manned mission to the moon in 1969 - the year the structure was built - the Apollo Pavilion is an iconic example of 1960s public art. The stucture was designed by the artist Victor Pasmore and marked the culmination of his work as consulting director of urban design with Peterlee development corporation. The Pavilion has undergone major restoration in 2009.

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A structure known as Sailor's Hall was constructed on the edge of the north side of Hawthorn Dene near the sea in 1787 by Admiral Milbanke, relative of Sir Ralph Milbanke of Seaham Hall (father-in-law of Lord Byron), as a summer retreat. The Admiral died in 1805 and the building fell into ruin. Later a Major George Anderson of Newcastle bought the land and erected a Gothic-style 30 room mansion called Hawthorn Cottage. He also built the two-storey look-out house on Kinley Hill which bears the name 'Anderson's Folly'. This mock mediaeval tower was inhabited until well into the 20th. Century. It has now been restored for use as a holiday cottage

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On Cleadon Hills is a former water pumping station, which once provided water to the South Shields area. The site is dominated by the landmark Cleadon Water Tower, in fact a chimney for the former steam-powered pumps, which is visible for miles around. The chimney itself is 100 feet tall and the balcony is 82 feet above ground level, a square spiral staircase of 141 steps winds around the central flue. It was designed to resemble the well known Italian campanile bell towers, and was placed above the works on the highest part of the hill to facilitate boiler draughting and the dispersal of smoke and steam.

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a direction sign at Albert Dock Liverpool

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Tugs in Albert Dock Liverpool

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The extension of the tate gallery at Albert Dock Liverpool

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The tate Gallery Liverpool

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This old boat sits on th ebach at Holy Island in the North east UK

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a poppy field near Durham City

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The abbey of Rievaulx was founded as the first Cistercian outpost in the North, and was to be a centre for White Monks to reform and colonise the North of England and Scotland. Remains of the east end of the abbey church at Rievaulx Rievaulx was intended to be as a mission centre from which the White Monks successfully spread across the country. By the thirteenth century Rievaulx had founded a family of no less than nineteen abbeys

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The Sage Music centre at Gateshead Tyneside

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A field of poppies near Durham City

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A field of pooppys near Durham City

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Albert Dock liverpool

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A sign post at Albert Dock Liverpool. For the most visited Liverpool attractions, visit the stunning Albert Dock which showcases the best of the city in a World Heritage, waterfront setting. Situated in the largest group of Grade I listed buildings in the UK, the Albert Dock houses many award winning visitor attractions including Tate Liverpool, the famous Beatles Story, Merseyside Maritime Museum, International Slavery Museum and the new BugWorld Experience. You can join a number of fascinating Liverpool tours, including the creepy Shiverpool Ghost Tour or a city and water tour on the Yellow Duckmarine.

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The famous Empire Theatre in Liverpool City Centre

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Souter Lighthouse

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Souter Lighthouse

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Souter Lighthouse

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A sign post at Albert Dock Liverpool

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Castlerigg Stone Circle is one of the most visually impressive prehistoric monuments in Britain, and is the most visited stone circle in Cumbria. Every year thousands of people visit it to look, photograph, draw and wonder why and when and by whom it was built. The stone circle is on the level top of a low hill with views across to Skiddaw, Blencathra and Lonscale Fell. There are 38 stones in a circle approximately 30 metres in diameter. Within the ring is a rectangle of a further 10 standing stones. The tallest stone is 2.3 metres high. It was probably built around 3000 BC - the beginning of the later Neolithic Period - and is one of the earliest stone circles in Britain. It is important in terms of megalithic astronomy and geometry, as the construction contains significant astronomical alignments. Although its origins are unknown it is believed that it was used for ceremonial or religious purposes.

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Castlerigg Stone Circle is one of the most visually impressive prehistoric monuments in Britain, and is the most visited stone circle in Cumbria. Every year thousands of people visit it to look, photograph, draw and wonder why and when and by whom it was built. The stone circle is on the level top of a low hill with views across to Skiddaw, Blencathra and Lonscale Fell. There are 38 stones in a circle approximately 30 metres in diameter. Within the ring is a rectangle of a further 10 standing stones. The tallest stone is 2.3 metres high. It was probably built around 3000 BC - the beginning of the later Neolithic Period - and is one of the earliest stone circles in Britain. It is important in terms of megalithic astronomy and geometry, as the construction contains significant astronomical alignments. Although its origins are unknown it is believed that it was used for ceremonial or religious purposes.

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Gateshead Quays lies in the heart of Tyneside next to the world famous Tyne Bridge. More than 200 million pounds has been invested in this new cultural quarter with riverside walks, fantastic architectural buildings, public displays of art and luxury residential apartments - Gateshead Quays is an ideal place for a day out and about.

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Th national Sea Life Centre in Birminham could not be further away from the sea

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A canal boat in Brimigham

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Sculpture in Birmingham. This is Spirit & Enterprise in Centenary Square, Birmingham. It was designed by Tom Lomax.

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Carnforth's most famous clock is the "Brief Encounter" clock. The date of installation of the "Brief Encounter" clock is not known. The clock is marked "Joyce Whitchurch", who were probably the suppliers of the clock. Joyce of Whitchurch suffered from a fire in 1963 which destroyed many of their records, including any potential records about Carnforth. The clock became famous in the film "Brief Encounter", a significant amount of which was shot on Carnforth station. It is likely that during the filming, the clock was given false faces to prevent "continuity errors" with the clock showing the wrong time.

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Birmingham Sculpture

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Conwy castle is a gritty, dark stoned fortress which has the rare ability to evoke an authentic medieval atmosphere. The first time that visitors catch sight of the castle, commanding a rock above the Conwy Estuary and demanding as much attention as the dramatic Snowdonia skyline behind it, they know they are in the presence of a historic site which still casts a powerful spell.

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Birminham Theatre

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Britain's Smallest House

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Britain's Smallest House

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The Rydale Folk Museum in the loverly village of Hutton le Hole North Yorkshire

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Whitby is dominated by the cliff-top ruins of the beautiful 13th century Whitby Abbey. This traditional maritime town, with its old cobbled streets, picturesque houses and sandy blue flag beach is a great place for a holiday or short break, Whitby is set among fine stretches of coast with spectacular cliffs, beaches and bays.

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The village green is kept neat by the local sheep in the loverly village of Hutton le Hole in North Yorkshire

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Llandudno Pier at night

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Whitby is dominated by the cliff-top ruins of the beautiful 13th century Whitby Abbey. This traditional maritime town, with its old cobbled streets, picturesque houses and sandy blue flag beach is a great place for a holiday or short break, Whitby is set among fine stretches of coast with spectacular cliffs, beaches and bays.

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Whitby is dominated by the cliff-top ruins of the beautiful 13th century Whitby Abbey. This traditional maritime town, with its old cobbled streets, picturesque houses and sandy blue flag beach is a great place for a holiday or short break, Whitby is set among fine stretches of coast with spectacular cliffs, beaches and bays.

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Whitby is dominated by the cliff-top ruins of the beautiful 13th century Whitby Abbey. This traditional maritime town, with its old cobbled streets, picturesque houses and sandy blue flag beach is a great place for a holiday or short break, Whitby is set among fine stretches of coast with spectacular cliffs, beaches and bays.

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Whitby is dominated by the cliff-top ruins of the beautiful 13th century Whitby Abbey. This traditional maritime town, with its old cobbled streets, picturesque houses and sandy blue flag beach is a great place for a holiday or short break, Whitby is set among fine stretches of coast with spectacular cliffs, beaches and bays.

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Whitby is dominated by the cliff-top ruins of the beautiful 13th century Whitby Abbey. This traditional maritime town, with its old cobbled streets, picturesque houses and sandy blue flag beach is a great place for a holiday or short break, Whitby is set among fine stretches of coast with spectacular cliffs, beaches and bays.

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Whitby is dominated by the cliff-top ruins of the beautiful 13th century Whitby Abbey. This traditional maritime town, with its old cobbled streets, picturesque houses and sandy blue flag beach is a great place for a holiday or short break, Whitby is set among fine stretches of coast with spectacular cliffs, beaches and bays.

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Whitby is dominated by the cliff-top ruins of the beautiful 13th century Whitby Abbey. This traditional maritime town, with its old cobbled streets, picturesque houses and sandy blue flag beach is a great place for a holiday or short break, Whitby is set among fine stretches of coast with spectacular cliffs, beaches and bays.

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From its lively cities to pretty villages, rolling countryside and grand coastline, Yorkshire has so much to offer. As a visitor, wherever we go and whatever we do, we have an impact, both good and bad.

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Staithes was once one of the largest fishing ports on the north east coast of the United Kingdom and an important source of the minerals Jet, Iron, Alum and Potash. Staithes today is a very attractive tourist destination of great interest to both the amateur and professional Geologist. This section of the UK is known as the "Dinosaur Coast" being predominantly of the Middle and Lower Lias Period

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Once home to the kings of ancient Northumbria, Bamburgh Castle is one of Northumberland's most iconic buildings. The Bamburgh castle we see today is a relatively recent structure, built by famed industrialist the first Lord Armstrong at vast cost in late Victorian times. Lord Armstrong was also responsible for building Cragside House, Gardens & Estates. During its more recent history, Bamburgh Castle feted royal guests and English kings, one of whom - Edward IV - destroyed it in the Wars of the Roses. Lord Armstrong's restoration saved it from ruin and the castle provides an ancestral home to the Armstrong family to this day. Bamburgh Castle has 14 public rooms and more than 2,000 artefacts, including arms and armour, porcelain, furniture and artwork. Bamburgh Castle's epic scale attracts film and television crews and it has featured in everything from Time Team to Becket. It has recently become a popular wedding venue.

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Hardwick Park was constructed in the 1750's by John Burden as his private pleasure ground. Now a public Country Park, it has survived, practically unaltered but had fallen into a state of disrepair and neglect until 2004 when a major restoration project was put in place. Various decorative buildings were erected around a circuit walk at the centre of which was a 17 acre lake fed by a serpentine river. These buildings included a Bath House, Banqueting House, Temple of Minerva, Gothic Ruin, Tuscan Alcove and a Gothic Seat.

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This vast obelisk, 127 feet (39 m) high, commemorates the visit of the Duke of Wellington in 1827.

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Yorkshire encompasses the National Parks of the Dales, Moors & Peaks, with sweeping vistas hiding idyllic glades. But don't forget stunning coastlines, Pennine gritstone edges and the sleepy Wolds and Howardian Hills

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Hardwick Park was constructed in the 1750's by John Burden as his private pleasure ground. Now a public Country Park, it has survived, practically unaltered but had fallen into a state of disrepair and neglect until 2004 when a major restoration project was put in place. Various decorative buildings were erected around a circuit walk at the centre of which was a 17 acre lake fed by a serpentine river. These buildings included a Bath House, Banqueting House, Temple of Minerva, Gothic Ruin, Tuscan Alcove and a Gothic Seat.

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Derwentwater, at 3 miles long, 1 mile wide and 72 feet deep, is fed by the River Derwent catchment area in the high fells at the head of Borrowdale, and has a long historical and literary background. There are four islands, all owned by the National Trust, as is much of the shoreline. The Lake is very much a landscape of moods, varying from the dramatic waves splashing against Friar's Crag when driven by southerly gales, to the absolute mirror calm of early mornings.

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A bunch of trees on a hillock in North yorkshire

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A straw bale near Killdale in the North Yorkshire Moors national Park awaits collection for feed

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The Corus Steelworks near Redcar on teesside is about to close for good

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Two boats at rest in the pretty fishing village of staithes

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Most villages like Staithes are rural communities that consist of number of dwellings and possibly a few businesses like a local shop cum post office and a village pub (Public House). Not all villages are rural some that once were have been swallowed up by the expansion of a nearby town or city but have still retained the word village in their name and in the minds of those who reside in them. Staithes was once one of the largest fishing ports on the north east coast of the United Kingdom and an important source of the minerals Jet, Iron, Alum and Potash. Staithes today is a very attractive tourist destination of great interest to both the amateur and professional Geologist. This section of the UK is known as the " "Dinosaur Coast"" being predominantly of the Middle and Lower Lias Period but much more of that later!

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Fishin boats at Staithes in North Yorkshire

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Derwentwater, at 3 miles long, 1 mile wide and 72 feet deep, is fed by the River Derwent catchment area in the high fells at the head of Borrowdale, and has a long historical and literary background. There are four islands, all owned by the National Trust, as is much of the shoreline. The Lake is very much a landscape of moods, varying from the dramatic waves splashing against Friar's Crag when driven by southerly gales, to the absolute mirror calm of early mornings. The most popular way to enjoy the beauty of the lake, other than by walking the paths around its shores, is to board one of the motor launches which operate round the lake. The launch stops at Ashness Gate, Lodore, High Brandlehow, Low Brandlehow, Hawes End and Nichol End.

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A misty morning on Ullswater in Cumbria

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Derwentwater, at 3 miles long, 1 mile wide and 72 feet deep, is fed by the River Derwent catchment area in the high fells at the head of Borrowdale, and has a long historical and literary background. There are four islands, all owned by the National Trust, as is much of the shoreline. The Lake is very much a landscape of moods, varying from the dramatic waves splashing against Friar's Crag when driven by southerly gales, to the absolute mirror calm of early mornings. The most popular way to enjoy the beauty of the lake, other than by walking the paths around its shores, is to board one of the motor launches which operate round the lake. The launch stops at Ashness Gate where this image was taken, Lodore, High Brandlehow, Low Brandlehow, Hawes End and Nichol End.

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Castle Cary is a small attractive town situated some 12 miles North East of Yeovil and 24 miles South of Bath. It lies on the edge of rolling countryside between the Somerset Levels to the West and the high ridgeline of Penselwood to the East and halfway between the Mendip Hills and the Blackmore Vale. The old part of Castle Cary, which is still the town centre, runs along the foot of steep, grassy Lodge Hill. Most of the modern development has taken place on the gently rising land to the North, joining the town with the village of Ansford. The 19th Century Market House dominates the centre of the town, across the HIgh Street from the thatched George Hotel - one of Cary's oldest buildings. Fore Street, stretching down to the Horse Pond, is full of individual, high quality shops, delicatessens, cafes and restaurants. Tuesday is Market Day, when fish and organic vegetables are sold in the front of the Market House, with a Farmers Market every third Tuesday in the month.

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A lone tree stands out in the frosty weather

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It is more than 100 metres long and the hope is that it will change the image of one of Britain's bleakest industrial landscapes. 'Temenos', created by the artist Anish Kapoor, is a series of giant hoops and wires which float above the dockland area of Middlesbrough. Locals are divided over whether this expensive commission is appropriate in the current economic climate.

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Castle Cary is a small attractive town situated some 12 miles North East of Yeovil and 24 miles South of Bath. It lies on the edge of rolling countryside between the Somerset Levels to the West and the high ridgeline of Penselwood to the East and halfway between the Mendip Hills and the Blackmore Vale. The old part of Castle Cary, which is still the town centre, runs along the foot of steep, grassy Lodge Hill. Most of the modern development has taken place on the gently rising land to the North, joining the town with the village of Ansford. The 19th Century Market House dominates the centre of the town, across the HIgh Street from the thatched George Hotel - one of Cary's oldest buildings. Fore Street, stretching down to the Horse Pond, is full of individual, high quality shops, delicatessens, cafes and restaurants. Tuesday is Market Day, when fish and organic vegetables are sold in the front of the Market House, with a Farmers Market every third Tuesday in the month.

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It is more than 100 metres long and the hope is that it will change the image of one of Britain's bleakest industrial landscapes. 'Temenos', created by the artist Anish Kapoor, is a series of giant hoops and wires which float above the dockland area of Middlesbrough. Locals are divided over whether this expensive commission is appropriate in the current economic climate.

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Castle Cary is a small attractive town situated some 12 miles North East of Yeovil and 24 miles South of Bath. It lies on the edge of rolling countryside between the Somerset Levels to the West and the high ridgeline of Penselwood to the East and halfway between the Mendip Hills and the Blackmore Vale. The old part of Castle Cary, which is still the town centre, runs along the foot of steep, grassy Lodge Hill. Most of the modern development has taken place on the gently rising land to the North, joining the town with the village of Ansford. The 19th Century Market House dominates the centre of the town, across the HIgh Street from the thatched George Hotel - one of Cary's oldest buildings. Fore Street, stretching down to the Horse Pond, is full of individual, high quality shops, delicatessens, cafes and restaurants. Tuesday is Market Day, when fish and organic vegetables are sold in the front of the Market House, with a Farmers Market every third Tuesday in the month.

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Castle Cary is a small attractive town situated some 12 miles North East of Yeovil and 24 miles South of Bath. It lies on the edge of rolling countryside between the Somerset Levels to the West and the high ridgeline of Penselwood to the East and halfway between the Mendip Hills and the Blackmore Vale. The old part of Castle Cary, which is still the town centre, runs along the foot of steep, grassy Lodge Hill. Most of the modern development has taken place on the gently rising land to the North, joining the town with the village of Ansford. The 19th Century Market House dominates the centre of the town, across the HIgh Street from the thatched George Hotel - one of Cary's oldest buildings. Fore Street, stretching down to the Horse Pond, is full of individual, high quality shops, delicatessens, cafes and restaurants. Tuesday is Market Day, when fish and organic vegetables are sold in the front of the Market House, with a Farmers Market every third Tuesday in the month.

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This boathouse on Ullswater near Pooley Bridge looks out over the lake on a still morning Ullswater is a lake and valley of moods and majesty. The second largest lake in the English Lake District, it gently curves through eight miles of magnificent mountain scenery, and although popular with, and welcoming to tourists, the area has not been spoiled by overt commercialism and retains an ambience of peace and cheerfulness. n the summer, the blue of the lake is dotted with the colourful sails of yachts and windsurfers; steamers leisurely cruise the eight-mile length; lakeside strollers are lulled by the lazy slip-slap of the water on the shore; and high above in the surrounding mountains, silhouetted against the sky, are the tiny shapes of walkers feeling on top of the world.

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Whitby Harbour is situated at the mouth of the River Esk, with a total area of around 32.40 hectares. The port has been owned and managed by Scarborough Borough Council since the earlier Harbour Commissioners relinquished their responsibilities in 1905. There is no evidence that the port was used by the Romans but there are mentions of Whitby fishermen in the 12th Century. The arms of the entrance piers extend out to sea in a northerly direction leaving the entrance exposed in strong winds from the north west through north to north east and sheltered from other directions.

Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland, coast, sea, rocks, old, ancient, seaweed, sunset, sun, set, beach,

The castle occupies a prominent headland about 1 mile (1.6 km) north of Craster. On the south side there is a gentle slope towards the castle. The northerly approach is much steeper and the northern perimeter juts into Embleton Bay forming a 150-foot (46 m) cliff. The headland itself is part of the Great Whin Sill, a geological formation stretching across Northumberland. There are signs of medieval rig-and-furrow on the slopes near to the castle - possible evidence of subsistence farming for the castle inhabitants. The present castle encloses the entire 11 acres (4.5 ha) headland. The southern approach is protected by a long enceinte wall punctuated by two rectangular towers (the Constable and Egyncleugh towers), two turrets and a large twin-towered gatehouse at the western corner. From the gatehouse, the wall carries northward along the hilltop to a rectangular turreted watch tower, known as the Lilburn Tower.

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Derwentwater in the English lake disrict on a still autumn morning Derwentwater, at 3 miles long, 1 mile wide and 72 feet deep, is fed by the River Derwent catchment area in the high fells at the head of Borrowdale, and has a long historical and literary background. There are four islands, all owned by the National Trust, as is much of the shoreline. The Lake is very much a landscape of moods, varying from the dramatic waves splashing against Friar's Crag when driven by southerly gales, to the absolute mirror calm of early mornings. The most popular way to enjoy the beauty of the lake, other than by walking the paths around its shores, is to board one of the motor launches which operate round the lake. The launch stops at Ashness Gate where this image was taken, Lodore, High Brandlehow, Low Brandlehow, Hawes End and Nichol End.

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Whitby Harbour is situated at the mouth of the River Esk, with a total area of around 32.40 hectares. The port has been owned and managed by Scarborough Borough Council since the earlier Harbour Commissioners relinquished their responsibilities in 1905. There is no evidence that the port was used by the Romans but there are mentions of Whitby fishermen in the 12th Century. The arms of the entrance piers extend out to sea in a northerly direction leaving the entrance exposed in strong winds from the north west through north to north east and sheltered from other directions.

Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Devon, Dartmoor, church, village, green, church, horse, horses, riders, summer, sunshine, pretty

Widecombe-in-the-Moor, as its name suggests, is positioned in the heart of Dartmoor. It is the ideal base from which to explore the surrounding countryside. Dartmoor, England's last wilderness, is a perfect location for walkers. The village itself is well known for its church, known as "The Cathedral of the Moors", due to its large size in such a small village. A popular event, held annually, is the Widecombe Fair, held at the beginning of September.

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A Hepworth Sculpture in the grounds of one of Cambridges Colleges

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Students fresh for their graduation punt on the river cam

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Punts lining up on the River Cam

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The Jerwood Libary ay Cambridge

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Punts on the River Cam

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The pub was named in ye olde days, when the area the pub is situated, was Durham's centre for theatre goers and is probably one of the oldest pubs in the centre of Durham, Built in 1190 A.D. Due to The Shakespeare Tavern's age there were rumours of ghosts and spectres appearing, so in 2006 a group of paranormal investigators spent a night in the pub and did indeed detect the presence of "spirits". Although the publican did wonder afterwards, why they didn't drink the ale instead. The owners prefer to provide people with what they want, as opposed to telling them what they are going to have. Presently the pub is stocking an excellent selection of real Ales including McEwans 80/-, Deuchars IPA , Fullers London Pride and a guest ale which is changed according to demand. The usual range of keg beers and lagers are also available.

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Ullswater is a lake and valley of moods and majesty. The second largest lake in the English Lake District, it gently curves through eight miles of magnificent mountain scenery, and although popular with, and welcoming to tourists, the area has not been spoiled by overt commercialism and retains an ambience of peace and cheerfulness. n the summer, the blue of the lake is dotted with the colourful sails of yachts and windsurfers; steamers leisurely cruise the eight-mile length; lakeside strollers are lulled by the lazy slip-slap of the water on the shore; and high above in the surrounding mountains, silhouetted against the sky, are the tiny shapes of walkers feeling on top of the world.

The Shakespeare Tavern, Durham City, old, pub, haunted, ghosts, beer, ale, house, most haunted

The pub was named in ye olde days, when the area the pub is situated, was Durham's centre for theatre goers and is probably one of the oldest pubs in the centre of Durham, Built in 1190 A.D. Due to The Shakespeare Tavern's age there were rumours of ghosts and spectres appearing, so in 2006 a group of paranormal investigators spent a night in the pub and did indeed detect the presence of "spirits". Although the publican did wonder afterwards, why they didn't drink the ale instead. The owners prefer to provide people with what they want, as opposed to telling them what they are going to have. Presently the pub is stocking an excellent selection of real Ales including McEwans 80/-, Deuchars IPA , Fullers London Pride and a guest ale which is changed according to demand. The usual range of keg beers and lagers are also available.

English, lakes, lake, district, water, cold, morning, sun, rise, sunrise, frosty, boat, house, boathouse

Ullswater is a lake and valley of moods and majesty. The second largest lake in the English Lake District, it gently curves through eight miles of magnificent mountain scenery, and although popular with, and welcoming to tourists, the area has not been spoiled by overt commercialism and retains an ambience of peace and cheerfulness. n the summer, the blue of the lake is dotted with the colourful sails of yachts and windsurfers; steamers leisurely cruise the eight-mile length; lakeside strollers are lulled by the lazy slip-slap of the water on the shore; and high above in the surrounding mountains, silhouetted against the sky, are the tiny shapes of walkers feeling on top of the world.

Isle of Skye, Elgol, rocks, waves, sea, wet, Cuillins, mopuntains, hills, cliff, clouds, water

Skye or the Isle of Skye (Scottish Gaelic: An t-Eilean Sgitheanach or Eilean a' Cheò), is the largest and most northerly island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. The island's peninsulas radiate out from a mountainous centre dominated by the Cuillin hills. Although it has been suggested that the first of these Gaelic names describes a "winged" shape there is no definitive agreement as to the name's origins. The island has been occupied since the mesolithic period and has a colourful history including a time of Norse rule and a long period of domination by Clan MacLeod and Clan Donald. The events of the 19th century had a devastating impact on the human population, which declined from over 20,000 to around 9,200 in the early 21st century. Nonetheless, in contrast to many other Scottish islands, this represents a 4 per cent increase from the census of 1991.[7] The main industries are tourism, agriculture, fishing and whisky-distilling and the largest settlement is Portree, which is known for its picturesque harbour.

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Punting on the river at cambridge

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Skye or the Isle of Skye (Scottish Gaelic: An t-Eilean Sgitheanach or Eilean a' Cheò), is the largest and most northerly island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. The island's peninsulas radiate out from a mountainous centre dominated by the Cuillin hills. Although it has been suggested that the first of these Gaelic names describes a "winged" shape there is no definitive agreement as to the name's origins. The island has been occupied since the mesolithic period and has a colourful history including a time of Norse rule and a long period of domination by Clan MacLeod and Clan Donald. The events of the 19th century had a devastating impact on the human population, which declined from over 20,000 to around 9,200 in the early 21st century. Nonetheless, in contrast to many other Scottish islands, this represents a 4 per cent increase from the census of 1991.[7] The main industries are tourism, agriculture, fishing and whisky-distilling and the largest settlement is Portree, which is known for its picturesque harbour.

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Housed in a landmark industrial building on the south bank of the River Tyne in Gateshead, BALTIC is the biggest gallery of its kind in the world – presenting a dynamic, diverse and international programme of contemporary visual art. BALTIC has no permanent collection, providing instead an ever-changing calendar of exhibitions and activities that give a unique and compelling insight into contemporary artistic practice. The BALTIC programme ranges from blockbuster exhibitions to innovative new work and projects created by artists working within the local community. BALTIC is a place where visitors can experience innovative and provocative new art, relax, have fun, learn and discover fresh ideas.

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Kngs College cambridge

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Skye or the Isle of Skye (Scottish Gaelic: An t-Eilean Sgitheanach or Eilean a' Cheò), is the largest and most northerly island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. The island's peninsulas radiate out from a mountainous centre dominated by the Cuillin hills. Although it has been suggested that the first of these Gaelic names describes a "winged" shape there is no definitive agreement as to the name's origins. The island has been occupied since the mesolithic period and has a colourful history including a time of Norse rule and a long period of domination by Clan MacLeod and Clan Donald. The events of the 19th century had a devastating impact on the human population, which declined from over 20,000 to around 9,200 in the early 21st century. Nonetheless, in contrast to many other Scottish islands, this represents a 4 per cent increase from the census of 1991.[7] The main industries are tourism, agriculture, fishing and whisky-distilling and the largest settlement is Portree, which is known for its picturesque harbour.