Galley Hill, Bexhill
Galley Hill is the highest point along the coast between Eastbourne and St Leonards. It provides great views out to sea, both east and west, and as such has been used for defensive purposes since at least Napoleonic times. It…
Compelling Photography
Chimpanzee
This chimpanzee was photographed at Twycross Zoo. He was sat by himself indoors, but luckily there was a window so there was no escape from the gaze of the tourists or my camera. I’ve spent too long wondering what he…
Battle of Bosworth Field
I visited Bosworth Battlefield on 22nd August this year which coincidently happened to be the 527th anniversary of that pivotal battle which saw King Richard III die and Henry Tudor take over the Crown of England. The flag pictured above…
The Italian Job at the De La Warr Pavilion
This art work named “Hang on a minute lads, I’ve got a great idea” by sculptor Richard Wilson was installed on the De La Warr Pavilion as part of the Cultural Olympiad. This article in the Guardian explains the idea…
A view of Hastings Pier
The sky was interesting on this morning, making this familiar view of Hastings Pier seem almost unfamiliar. (Click the picture to enlarge) You can view more posts about the Pier here.
De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill
Bexhill seafront has recently had a comprehensive facelift. The new look complements the De La Warr Pavilion very nicely. The whole of the promenade from the Pavilion westwards now looks smart and modern. The material used to block the windows…
Hastings Castle
I like this view of Hastings Castle as it provides a sense of scale and the chance to imagine what I may have looked like when it was first built. I’ve written some more about its history in a…
Creating Memories
What is your earliest memory? For me the earliest is sitting on my granddad’s knee. It’s nothing more than that almost as much a feeling as an image. I don’t know how old I was at the time, maybe four…
Beach Sunset
This was taken one evening at West Marina beach. (Click to enlarge)
The Yacht
The yacht was off Hastings Beach during the Red Arrow performance. The sea was calm enough for the yacht to be reflected, which upon seeing it, I realised that I’ve not often seen. (Click to enlarge)