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TRANSITION CHIPPING NORTON 2012 AUTUMN FAIR

By on October 7, 2012 in Autumn fair, blackberry compote, Chipping Norton, cotswolds, england, Food Faire, Giant Pumpkin, Transition

Yesterday’s Transition Chipping Norton 2012 Autumn Fair opened to gentle autumnal sunshine, which stayed all day, making for a relaxed event for traders and visitors alike. The Town Hall was packed with specialist stalls, ranging from wine and cheese to ceramics and animal illustrations. Outside, the Town Square featured singers, chickens, hand-woven cushions, and a [...]

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A BEAUTIFUL BLACK SWAN AT BIBURY

By on May 1, 2009 in bibury, black swan, Britain, cotswolds, england, Queen Elizabeth, river thames, swan

The River Coln attracts much wildlife to Bibury, including the rare black swan in this mini-vid. However, the birds must reckon that tourist offerings make easy pickings, and this creature is no exception. I’ve always taken great care to recall my late Mum’s warning, “Never feed the swans David – they’re bad tempered, and a [...]

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Source of the Thames

By on March 22, 2009 in cotswolds, england, river thames, walking

A fantastic day’s exploration, and some speed-sketches into the bargain. Watch this space for pix and vids.

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