Monthly Archives: April 2012

Interesting Buildings From The Past…

Posted on 26/04/2012 by Patrick

The Lighthouse Building at King’s Cross King’s Cross in North London was once known as Battle Bridge! Here a bridge once crossed the River Fleet, and it was here that Boudica headed her Iceni tribe in battle against the Roman … Continue reading →

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Buggleskelly…

Posted on 24/04/2012 by Patrick

Buggleskelly… The year of 1937 began the birth of Buggleskelly, the mythical Irish railway station set on a stretch of disused line near Basingstoke in Hampshire England. The setting was for the film Oh, Mr. Porter starring Will Hay, Moore … Continue reading →

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The Mossman Collection…

Posted on 23/04/2012 by Patrick

Following up on Will and Jo’s visit to Stockwood Discovery Centre and housed in the same grounds is the Mossman Carriage Collection with original fine horse-drawn transport from the 18th century to the present day. ‘Will and Jo‘ found this … Continue reading →

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Stockwood Discovery Centre…

Posted on 17/04/2012 by Patrick

Will and Jo’ enjoying the wonderful delights of Stockwood Discovery Centre in Bedfordshire UK last weekend. Stockwood houses the famous Mossman Collection of horse drawn carriages from the days of Cromwell to the late Victorian period. Once the home of … Continue reading →

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Interesting Movies From The Past…

Posted on 10/04/2012 by Patrick

One of the finest and funniest of films to come out of the Ealing studio in 1953 was The Titfield Thunderbolt. There can hardly be anyone on the planet that  has never watched this wonderful little movie. Completely English, and … Continue reading →

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Actress Enid Stamp Taylor…

Posted on 09/04/2012 by Patrick

I think it is something of an importance to include this picture of Enid taken in 1934 whilst she relaxed with those around her that really mattered in her life. The shot was taken in the back garden of her … Continue reading →

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The Veiled Lady…

Posted on 06/04/2012 by Patrick

London’s Natural History Museum An impressive view of the museum An impressive building with an impressive interior and displays. Thousands visit the museum every day of the year… to wander its vast halls or just sit outside for lunch and … Continue reading →

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