The nest has fallen out and two of the three baby blackbirds have died; here's the survivor a few days later, still being fed like crazy by his Dad. He couldn't really survive on the ground either, and died a day later. One thing we noticed ... (more)
This nest is right outside our back door, overlooking the sandpit. Remarkably, the children don't know about it. Mother bird holds her nerve while our 3 kids play almost directly under her nest, but Dad bird flies off as soon as he sees us ... (more)
Google UK is raising awareness of the initiative by showing an inverted search homepage. They also have a page on Earth Hour which mentions their carbon calculator and reducing computer electricity consumption. (more)
Performance Matters (more)
Performance Programme My plan and diary for keeping fit in 2023 will continue to focus on audaxes (long-distance rides) throughout the year. I'm still undecided about riding Paris-Brest-Paris in August, as it does seem to be a bit of a faff ... (more)
The Manor House A beautifully restored period building dating back to the end of the 19th century in a semi-rural setting on the edge of the village, which hosts a pub, a lovely church and post office. Double, twin or single rooms with ... (more)
North Walsham: Some pointers This is where we moved to in the Summer of 2004. So much for the big city life! North Walsham is an old market town with a thriving market place (old picture above) and lots of quiet lanes all around. We ... (more)
Uncle Norman Swindells (1900-1986, uncle to Edie, brother to George). (more)
Wedding of Norman Swindells to Joan McNaughton, Dec. 1942 Camberwell. Norman is standing next to his shorter brother Stephen (in vicar's collar). At far left are George and Edie (man inbetween is?). To far right of Joan is probably her mother ... (more)
The Manor House Hotel Set on the edge of the Mundesley Cliffs offering guests a relaxing holiday in a peaceful setting with a bracing climate. Double, twin and family rooms all en-suite. Families are offered, cots, high chair, early children ... (more)
Manor Farmhouse Lovely 16th Century farmhouse and thatched barn, Aga cooking, dinner optional. The perfect rural retreat.. 2 Doubles + 1 double / twin en-suite in the barn. 1 Double / twin en-suite + 1 double with private bath in the ... (more)