When I first moved back to Hampshire, many suggestions were given to me by knowledgeable locals of places to visit. One has became a firm favourite with The Hound and myself – Catherington Down, a glorious rolling hillside in Catherington, Horndean, eight miles south of Petersfield and ten miles north of Portsmouth. Officially, it is…
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A beach resort in winter …
I love living near a beach, particularly in the winter time, where tourists are sparce and you feel like you have the whole area to yourself. A few images of Southsea Beach, Portsmouth taken recently. Although dogs are welcome the Eastney end of Southsea Beach all year around, they can wander elsewhere off season. I…
A welcome oasis …
I wish there were more pit-stops available in winter time on Southsea Beach, Portsmouth, Hants, but this one, to the Eastney side of the Pier, is cherished by dog walkers like myself. With a wooden platform built over the beach,you can take your faithful friend with you to enjoy a welcome hot coffee (and a…
Memorial bench with a difference on Southsea Beach
I hate to say, but I tend to be a bit of a cynic at times but this chance encounter with a decorated bench, dressed to honour a departed loved one – really moved me. When I looked further, I could see that it was a very special baby who was with us for just…
A Moment in Time
Sometimes one image symbolises what you feel most deeply. Watching this lady’s stillness, gazing out to sea, struck a chord with me. Whenever I feel troubled or want to clear my mind, a walk along the Southsea seafront, revitalises me. Some people feel an affinity with mountains, others with a desert. With me, it’s the…
What the Dickens?
For my first post, I thought it appropriate to write about arguably Portsmouth‘s most famous son, Charles Dickens, as we share the same birthdate, 7th February. This year is, of course, his bicentennial and here are five things you can do to join in the city’s celebrations: Visit the Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum * in Old Commercial…
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