Showing posts with label England. Show all posts
Showing posts with label England. Show all posts
16 June 2010
Tintagel
The name of Tintagel immediately conjures images of King Arthur and the legends associated with him. The blackened ruins of Tintagel Castle brood over the coast, but no-one can say for sure whether this was really the place where Uther Pendragon seduced the Queen of Cornwall. The ruined Norman castle is much more recent than the times of the legend, although there are signs of much earlier settlements.
25 January 2010
London is great:Big Ben
Its real name is St Stephen's Tower, but everybody knows this impressive tower as Big Ben. Ben is a nickname for Benjamin. It seems that there were two men named Benjamin then. They were both good and "big" and the tower was named after one of them, to pay a tribute to his kindness.
Tall people are usually kind. Big Ben is also kind. Every year it says hello to the New Year to all the people that gathers nearby.
Tall people are usually kind. Big Ben is also kind. Every year it says hello to the New Year to all the people that gathers nearby.
24 January 2010
London is great: Hyde Park
"There’s a good chance you’ll forget you are right in the centre of London."
21 January 2010
12 November 2009
Thursday, 12 November 2009
It has taken more than 60 years to become a reality, but today the South Downs will finally become England’s ninth national park.
The announcement, expected to be made in a in a tea room in Ditchling, will be welcomed by the more than 160 groups that have campaigned for the establishment across a large swathe of southern England. Secretary of State Hilary Benn gave the principle approval in March this year, but last minute wrangling over two sections meant delays while an inquiry was held.The one-day public inquiry was held in August into the final boundary disputes. Now, however, the order bringing the South Downs national park into existence will be signed.
Robin Crane, chair of the South Downs Campaign, made up of more than 160 diverse organisations from local groups, societies and businesses and 29 parish and town councils, said: “Today is a fantastic and historic day: the final milestone on the long path to a South Downs national park. The South Downs will now have the protection and recognition that this landscape so richly deserves.
“We are pleased that our evidence on Green Ridge has convinced the inspector and the Government that its exclusion was a mistake and that this has now been rectified. We also welcome the inclusion of Alice Holt Forest, which will bring new opportunities to that part of Hampshire.
The announcement, expected to be made in a in a tea room in Ditchling, will be welcomed by the more than 160 groups that have campaigned for the establishment across a large swathe of southern England. Secretary of State Hilary Benn gave the principle approval in March this year, but last minute wrangling over two sections meant delays while an inquiry was held.The one-day public inquiry was held in August into the final boundary disputes. Now, however, the order bringing the South Downs national park into existence will be signed.
Robin Crane, chair of the South Downs Campaign, made up of more than 160 diverse organisations from local groups, societies and businesses and 29 parish and town councils, said: “Today is a fantastic and historic day: the final milestone on the long path to a South Downs national park. The South Downs will now have the protection and recognition that this landscape so richly deserves.
“We are pleased that our evidence on Green Ridge has convinced the inspector and the Government that its exclusion was a mistake and that this has now been rectified. We also welcome the inclusion of Alice Holt Forest, which will bring new opportunities to that part of Hampshire.
23 March 2009
22 February 2009
17 February 2009
THE TOWER OF LONDON
Founded nearly a millennium ago and expanded upon over the centuries since, the Tower of London has protected, housed, imprisoned and been for many the last sight they saw on Earth.
It has been the seat of British government and the living quarters of monarchs ... the site of renown political intrigue, and the repository of the Crown Jewels ... It has housed lions, bears, and (to this day) flightless ravens ... not to mention notorious traitors and framed members of court, lords and ministers, clergymen and knights.
It has been the seat of British government and the living quarters of monarchs ... the site of renown political intrigue, and the repository of the Crown Jewels ... It has housed lions, bears, and (to this day) flightless ravens ... not to mention notorious traitors and framed members of court, lords and ministers, clergymen and knights.
29 March 2008
Cornwall ...only an obsession!
Cornwall’s history has been formed by the geological make up of this rugged peninsular that divides the Atlantic Ocean and the English Channel. Prior to the Carboniferous and Devonian periods most of what we know of as Cornwall lay under the sea. During this time a complex mixture of sedimentary material was laid down on the seabed by the geological activity-taking place. 
Then approximately 300 million years ago, during the late Carboniferous period, two landmasses collided to form what is today Cornwall. These events created a land rich in minerals and hard rock (granite) and these have played a vital role in the forming of the history of the Cornish people.
We can see as we travel around Cornwall the importance that man has attached since prehistoric times to the rocks created by the geological activity. There are many examples of magnificent chambered tombs, stone circles and hut rings where the people of Cornwall have used the stones in religious contexts and for shelter. A good example can be found at Carn Brae.
As one of the UK's most popular tourist destinations Cornwall has no shortage of things to do whatever the weather or time of year. If rugged cliffs, sandy beaches and charming fishing villages aren't enough then we can help you find alternate activities.
It's not just the villages that have something to offer those sightseeing. The towns (and city!) of Cornwall are rich in history and attractions of their own. Cornwall has things to do for everyone, ranging from beautiful gardens, museums, theme parks, maritime centres, cornish heritage to zoos and wildlife reserves.
Then approximately 300 million years ago, during the late Carboniferous period, two landmasses collided to form what is today Cornwall. These events created a land rich in minerals and hard rock (granite) and these have played a vital role in the forming of the history of the Cornish people.We can see as we travel around Cornwall the importance that man has attached since prehistoric times to the rocks created by the geological activity. There are many examples of magnificent chambered tombs, stone circles and hut rings where the people of Cornwall have used the stones in religious contexts and for shelter. A good example can be found at Carn Brae.
As one of the UK's most popular tourist destinations Cornwall has no shortage of things to do whatever the weather or time of year. If rugged cliffs, sandy beaches and charming fishing villages aren't enough then we can help you find alternate activities.It's not just the villages that have something to offer those sightseeing. The towns (and city!) of Cornwall are rich in history and attractions of their own. Cornwall has things to do for everyone, ranging from beautiful gardens, museums, theme parks, maritime centres, cornish heritage to zoos and wildlife reserves.
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