The Royal Garden

On Monday, 8th May 2023, Ian Anderson planted a tree on behalf of the Friends of Bridge of Allan to mark the occasion of King Charles III’s Coronation. The garden was … Continue reading The Royal Garden

Stravaiging need not be lonely

Peter’s short films on gates and gateways [please click on each image to play a different film]: A rain-faded notice pinned upon a gate: G A T E W A … Continue reading Stravaiging need not be lonely

A dry fountain that once gushed and sparkled in the sunlight

The very last day of 1911 [as reported in the Stirling Observer]:

horse-rider-eagle

Yesterday morning I explored Silvermills in Edinburgh. Sadly, not very much of this once ancient village survives and the alchemical projects of James IV are all but forgotten. However I … Continue reading horse-rider-eagle