Monthly Archives: August 2011

Day Eight – Jersey – 19th July 2011 – Elizabeth Castle – Part Three

There was also an exhibition of how the Castle came to be built and the popularity surrounding it in the Centuries gone by. There was originally soldiers stationed at the Castle, complete with no married quarters, simply a blanket hoisted … Continue reading

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Day Eight – Jersey – 19th July 2011 – Elizabeth Castle – Part Two

The Castle is also home to the archives and Museum of The Royal Jersey Militia Regiment. The museum was fascinating and housed various artefacts and memorabilia.

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Day Eight – Jersey – 19th July 2011 – Elizabeth Castle – Part One

We had a a late flight back to the South West, which meant that we got an extra day into our holiday. We awoke this morning, with very little to do, apart from breakfast and check out. The packing had … Continue reading

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Day Seven – Jersey – 18th July 2011 – Jersey Pearl

Jersey Pearl lies on the outskirts of St. Ouen’s Bay, west of St. Helier. It was another blustery day and we decided that we would visit. We had a look at the small exhibition detailing how Pearls are made and … Continue reading

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Day Six – Jersey – 17th July 2011 – Jersey Pottery

Sunday’s in Jersey tend to be quieter than back home. The tourist places are open, as are the cafes and restaurants, but most shops are closed. It some ways it reminded me of Sunday’s when I was a child and … Continue reading

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Postcard Friendship Friday – Effects of the Great Storm Guildford 1906

In the August of 1906 a huge storm hit Surrey. This is a postcard produced at the time of someone’s beloved house looking a little worse for wear. This is part of my Guildford collection. Submitted as part of Postcard … Continue reading

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Genealogy Photo Challenge – The Past is Present

The following is submitted to the Genealogy Photo Challenge for World Photograph Day on 19th August 2011. The theme is The Past is Present. My contribution to this challenge is the graves of my Great Grandparents, John Matthews (1875 – … Continue reading

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Simple Pleasures – Radley

I simply adore handbags and purses by Radley. Here is my lovely anniversary present from Stuart. Simple Pleasures is hosted by A Collection of This & That

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Wordless Wednesday & Silent Sunday

A resident of Samares Manor  13th July 2011

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Tea Cup Tuesday – Royal Commemoratives 1902

Welcome to Teacup Tuesday! This lovely teacup and saucer is really espresso size! and produced by Royal Doulton, for the coronation of King Edward and Queen Mary in 1902. We found this a few years ago at a small antiques … Continue reading

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