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Ancient Trees in Greenwich Park
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Ancient Trees in Greenwich Park

Walking Amongst Ancient Trees

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Today in the park I came across a grassy sloping area of Old Trees. Ancient were their barks, knotted and gnarled as they grow. The trees are ancient, time has passed and they twist to find light to nurture their growth. The day has a slight mist, with light gently filtered. I walk through the wet grass and can feel the softness of the earth underfoot. (more…)

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19/02/2016
London Olympics 2012 / London Parks

Greenwich Olympics 2012 – Arriving at Blackheath

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Police give directions to spectators arriving at Greenwich Venue, London Olympics 2012

Out and about today, I made my way along to the Greenwich Olympics venue to see how it is all going.   This venue is situated in the wonderful setting of Greenwich Royal Park.  No chance of getting in without a ticket as this part of Greenwich Park is closed off to the public.  Tickets Only!  Plenty of security too – police, army and Olympic security staff all busy handling the crowd. (more…)

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02/08/2012
London Olympics 2012 – Greenwich Getting Ready!
A helping hand getting everyone to the Greenwich Olympics Venue in time.
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London Olympics 2012 – Greenwich Getting Ready!

Greenwich Olympics 2012

 

Greenwich Olympics 2012
London Olympics 2012 Greenwich Equestrian Events

Greenwich is hosting several equestrian events in the historic setting of Greenwich Park.  The seating is almost complete and looks dramatic in the beautiful July sunshine.  The seating is vast and has taken months to install.  The equestrian events take place 29th July – 9th August.  Were you fast enough to get a ticket?  The construction is amazing – lots of shiny scaffolding supporting the huge seating structures.  Remember to take a pair of binoculars if you are sitting right at the top! (more…)

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02/07/2012