Tag Archives: England

2454. Cheltenham 2019 (2) — Natural adventures

How can this not be an enlarged photograph? Sam Art is surely playing with our eyes and deceiving us. This incredible piece was one of the first I saw at the festival and was in place early on the Friday … Continue reading

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UK festivals, as told by a Brit — Life in Two Backpacks

The United Kingdom (UK), made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Island, is a country in north western Europe. I often argue with Josh that the UK is not the country, as England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Island are … Continue reading

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Brexit’s £100 Million Campaign Has Social Media Users In Splits – DesignTAXI.com

Some locals think the budget could have been used more wisely. Source: Brexit’s £100 Million Campaign Has Social Media Users In Splits – DesignTAXI.com

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Swan In a Car: 1936 Chesham, Buckinghamshire, England: A pet swan named Leila being helped into a car where it enjoys a ride to the shops. Vintage photography

Swan In a Car: 1936 Chesham, Buckinghamshire, England: A pet swan named Leila being helped into a car where it enjoys a ride to the shops. Its owner, Mrs. Watson, says that Leila, who has been a family pet for … Continue reading

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That Yorkshire Sound

A hand drawn animated documentary, following the rhythms of a day in Yorkshire. It captures the sound of Yorkshire, from its multicultural and bustling cities like Bradford and Sheffield, to the delicate sounds of birds in the country side and … Continue reading

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Life in Miniature: Medical Devices and Pre-Packaged Foods Immortalized in Tiny Sculptures by Kath Holden and Margaret Shaw

Kath Holden constantly daydreams about the everyday objects she can transform into tiny sculptures. Even during doctor’s appointments, the U.K.-based miniaturist glances around the room to investigate which medical devices she can cull for inspiration. Holden runs Delph Minatures with her … Continue reading

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Watch a Downhill Cheese-Chasing Competition in Britain | National Geographic

The Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling, in Gloucestershire, UK, is an unusual—and surprisingly dangerous—annual athletic challenge.

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Getting dressed in the 18th century – Gentleman

National Museums Liverpool Published on 26 Jul 2018 A gentleman gets dressed in the fashion of 18th century. He puts on his clothes, with help in a particular order, including a full shirt with voluminous sleeves, stockings, breeches, waistcoat, cravat, … Continue reading

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Getting dressed in the 18th century

National Museums Liverpool Published on 10 May 2017 A lady gets dressed in the fashion of 18th century. She puts on her clothes, with help in a particular order, including, a shift, stays, petticoats, pockets, roll, stockings and garters, gown … Continue reading

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Mystical: Photos by Neil Burnell

Eerie and fairytale-like photos of Wistman’s Wood in Dartmoor, Devon, England captured by British photographer Neil Burnell. The wood has been the inspiration for numerous artists, poets, photographers, and writers often describing the location as haunted due to its tangled web of trees, … Continue reading

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