Oil painting techniques and tutorial with Ian Walton I Colour In Your Life
In this fine art TV show episode Ian Walton is interviewed with Colour In Your Life about painting, drawing, art workshops, art tips and art techniques.
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Fine Art TV Series - Colour In Your Life
Season - 15
Episode - 09
Filmed on Location at - South of Chester UK
Ian Walton is a self taught artist who started painting in oils aged 13.
Ian's work is in private collections worldwide and owners include Sir Richard Branson and HRH Prince Charles.
The knowledge of his subjects stems from being a passionate mountaineer and glider pilot.
Ian Walton is inspired by the power of nature, in particular the sky, mountains, and the sea. Ian works with a limited palette constantly striving to capture the drama of strong light and shade . He is influenced by JMW Turner, Winslow Homer, Frederick Judd Waugh and William Heaton Cooper, to name but a few.
Winner of North Wales Open 2014
Exhibitions: and ‘Litterarte’ (national anti-litter campaign)
National Gallery of Wales Cardiff September 2013
Tate Modern London
Tate Liverpool
Leeds city Art Gallery
National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh
Mall galleries London 2011, 1988
The Albany Gallery Cardiff 2012
The Williamson Gallery Birkenhead 2012
NWOS 2013 Oriel Ynys Mon Llangefni
The Halcyon Galleries (Washington Green) Birmingham 1990
Plas Glyn Y Weddw, Llanbedrog 2013
Helfa Gelf 2012-13 Oriel Theatr Clwyd
Gorstella Gallery Chester 2012 2013
The Harbour Gallery Conwy 2012
The Willow gallery Oswestry 2011 , 2012
The Williamson Gallery Birkenhead 2003
The Black Sheep Gallery Chester solo 2000
Theatr Clwyd Open North Wales 1989, 19
Artist’s statement
For as long as I can remember I’ve been drawn to the sea the sky and mountains . I think it’s the solitude, and also in a big way the vastness of our planet and how small we are as individual creatures. I stand in awe at the power of nature . My never ending goal is to try in some small way to portray or capture this.
After over 35 years I’m still learning and I still want to experiment with images. Unlike many artists I don’t want to stick with a tried and tested style or a formula that sells . Its nice when someone says ‘ is this one of yours ?’
I believe artists grow if they experiment and keep pushing the barriers ,and create at their best when they have a connection with the subject.
I try to paint every day, worried that I might not still be able to do it tomorrow ! In recent years my work has become looser and I try to avoid labouring over small areas. Capturing strong light and shade is very important to me. I love to work on bigger canvases. It gives me a greater sense of still being there !
Ian Walton
2014
You can contact Ian Walton about his art tips or art techniques directly via his website at
The Colour In Your Life fine art TV series is an art show that takes you into the everyday studios of artists from around the world. While in the studio they share their individual art techniques and art tips with the viewer in a relaxed atmosphere, with a delightfully Australian host and fellow artist, Graeme Stevenson. The artist shares with the viewer their stories of life, painting, drawing, sculpting, art workshops and any art lessons they may provide. The art TV series is currently filmed in Australia, New Zealand and the United States.
Graeme Stevenson, a world renowned artist himself, rides his Harley Davidson to the studios of artists all over the world and allows the viewers a chance to see some of the greatest artists of the world in action.
A wonderfully engaging art show. If you love creativity and the joy of looking at the world through art, then Colour In Your Life is the place to be.
Colour In Your Life is an Australian owned and produced TV art show.
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Great Britain Summer Trip [120 Amazing Destinations] [HD]
A romantic trip to Great Britain to experience the western culture, check out the world's best sights and attractions. The markets and festivals are mind-blowing. We went for food hunt to try out the trending Cafes, Western and Asian Cuisine.
Our travel begins from London, Manchester, Aberdeen, St Andrews, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Glasgow, London.
Great Britain is the largest island of Europe and the ninth-largest in the world. A single Kingdom of Great Britain resulted from the Union of Scotland and England in 1707. (Quote from Wikipedia)
Travel Period: 01 August 2016 - 14 August 2016 (Summer Season)
Video Contents:
++ London
- Paddington Station [00:14]
- Westminster Abbey [00:19]
- Big Ben [00:22]
- Palace of Westminster [00:37]
- Whitehall [00:44]
- Trafalgar Square [00:54]
- Charing Cross Station [00:59]
- Covent Garden [01:01]
- Chinatown London [01:05]
- Four Seasons (Dinner) [01:08]
- Fork Deli Patisserie (Breakfast) [01:12]
- London Tube Underground [01:23]
- Buckingham Palace [01:29]
- St Jame's Park [01:48]
- EAT. (Lunch) [01:53]
- Half Cup (Breakfast) [01:56]
- Euston Station [02:16]
++ Manchester
- Market Street [02:31]
- Pieminister (Lunch) [02:34]
- Albert Square [02:59]
- Chinatown [03:06]
- Old Trafford Stadium [03:15]
- Piccadilly Gardens [03:27]
- Moose Coffee (Breakfast) [03:31]
- Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet [03:56]
- Harry Ramsden's (Lunch) [04:06]
- Yuzu Manchester (Dinner) [04:44]
- Alabama's All American Eatery (Breakfast) [04:56]
++ Aberdeen
- Union Street [05:30]
- Aberdeen Maritime Museum [05:34]
- Home Cook Korean Feast [05:55]
- Old Aberdeen High Street [06:01]
- University of Aberdeen [06:05]
++ Stonehaven
- Dunnottar Castle [06:33]
- The Bay (Haddock Fish & Chips) (Lunch) [07:26]
++ St Andrews
- St Andrews Links (Home of Golf) [07:37]
- St Andrews Castle [08:01]
- St Andrews Cathedral [08:05]
++ Edinburgh
- Forth Bridge [08:11]
- The King's Wark (Dinner) [08:17]
- Calton Hill [08:34]
- Dugald Stewart Monument [08:43]
- The Nelson Monument [08:48]
- National Monument of Scotland [08:50]
- Arthur's Seat, Holyrood Park (Mountain View) [08:53]
- North Bridge [08:58]
- The Royal Mile [09:03]
- Edinburgh Fringe Festival [09:09]
- St Giles' Cathedral [09:32]
- Edinburgh Castle [10:05]
- Oink Hog Roast (Lunch) [10:32]
- University of Edinburgh Old College [10:38]
- Edinburgh Old Town [10:40]
- Scott Monument [10:44]
- Ting Thai Caravan (Dinner) [10:49]
- The Mamma House (Breakfast) [10:59]
- Bibi's Bakery [11:10]
- Edinburgh Waverley Station [11:17]
++ Glasgow
- Glasgow City Chambers [11:20]
- Gallery of Modern Art [11:22]
- Bill's Restaurant (Dinner) [11:26]
- Riverhill Coffee Bar (Breakfast) [11:37]
++ Isle of Skye
- Isle of Skye and Loch Ness Tour [11:49]
- Inveruglas Pyramid [11:54]
- Inveruglas Pier [12:04]
- Bidean nam Bian [12:18]
- Lunch at Fort William (Lunch) [12:31]
- Commando Memorial [12:37]
- Eilean Donan Castle [12:52]
- Skye Bridge [13:14]
- Sligachan Old Bridge [13:31]
- The Cuillin [13:37]
- Portree Harbour [13:43]
- Haddock Fish & Chips (Dinner) [13:54]
- Picturesque Portree [14:02]
- Neist Point Lighthouse [14:13]
- Lochside Crafts & Tea Room (Lunch) [15:07]
- Highland Cattle [15:31]
- Fairy Glen Skye [15:36]
- Isle of Skye Brewing [16:10]
- Blackhouse [16:15]
- The Quiraing [16:23]
- Highland Dress [16:25]
- An Corran [17:04]
- Kilt Rock [17:34]
- Isle of Skye Pipe Band [17:48]
- The Granary (Dinner) [18:27]
- Skye Bridge [18:54]
++ Loch Ness
- Telford Bridge [19:00]
- Caledonian Canal Centre [19:17]
- Eerie Loch Ness [19:31]
- Dalwhinnie Distillery [19:37]
- Pitlochry Shopping [19:45]
++ Glasgow
- Prezzo (Dinner) [19:52]
- Glasgow Central Station [20:00]
++ London
- King's Cross Station [20:13]
- The Harry Potter Shop [20:18]
- Oxford Street [20:30]
- Piccadilly Circus [20:34]
- Shoryu Ramen (Lunch) [20:44]
- Waitrose Supermarket [20:58]
- British Museum [21:03]
- Tower of London [21:15]
- Tower Bridge [21:43]
- Borough Market [21:54]
- Kensington Garden [22:13]
- Kensington Palace [22:19]
- Portobello Road [22:49]
- New Fortune Cookie (Dinner) [22:53]
- Stonehenge [23:01]
- Bella Italia (Lunch) [23:22]
- Windsor Castle [23:29]
- New Routemaster (London Bus) [24:07]
- Smack Lobster Roll (Dinner) [24:17]
- Amorino (Ice Cream) [24:39]
- Nude Expresso (Breakfast) [24:48]
- Brick Lane Market [24:56]
- Old Spitalfields Market [25:14]
- Natural History Museum [25:29]
- Noodle Oodle (Dinner) [25:49]
- The London Eye [26:09]
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CAERNARFON WALES WALKING TOUR - Castle & Town in Winter
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The castle and city walls of this port and Royal Town in Gwynedd, Wales are part of a World Heritage site.
We'll walk past the statue of David Lloyd George in Castle Square, opposite the brightly painted shop fronts; head down hole-in-the-wall street and Palace Street with their pubs and restaurants, and onto the seafront looking out over the Menai Strait to Anglesey.
(In old guide books you might see the old anglicised spellings of the town, Caernarvon and Carnarvon. These are no longer in use.)
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AK BURKUT HOLYHEAD TOWING - part 1
Ak Burkut (White Eagle) in the Alexandra dock in Hull
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Travel Guide Tenby Castle Remains Pembrokeshire South Wales UK Pros And Cons Review
Travel Guide Tenby Castle Remains Pembrokeshire South Wales UK Pros And Cons Review
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Pro's
* You can get some beautiful views of Tenby town,statue, bandstand and castle beach.
* Their are some benches to sit and see the views.
* Beautiful to admire the castle remains
Cons
* It can be hilly,so is not suited for people less mobile.
I also would like people to see where I have travelled, to and what their is to do in the UK.
Things To Do In Tenby
* Four Beaches Castle Beach,North Beach,South beach And Harbour Beach
* Tenby Lifeboat Station
* Tudor Merchant's House
* Tenby Museum and Art Gallery
* Three Golf Courses
* Fishing Charters & Tours
* Kayaking & Canoeing
* Game And Entertainment Centres
* Art Gallery
* Castle Ruins And Gardens
* Ghost Walks
* Bus,Climbing,Walking And Historical And Heritage Tours
* Leisure Centre And Gyms
Nightlife
* Bars And Nightclubs
Hotel Booking Sites
* LateRooms.com
* Expedia.co.uk
* Booking.com
* Hotels.com
* TripAdvisor
* Opodo
* ebookers.com
The Best Eating Places
Cheap Eat's
* Tenbys Fish & Chips
* The Fuchsia Caffe
Moderate Priced
* SandBar
* The Salt Cellar
Local Cusine
* Blue Ball Restaurant
Local Transport
* Lots of car park spaces
* Train Station
* Local Buses
* Taxis
* Horse And Cart
Weather
The weather in the UK can vary from day to day. Warmer and hotter months are between April to September. Colder months with snow,sleet and rain are between October and March. You can get some humidity and pollen is highest, between June and August for hayfever suffers. You can also get rain in between, April and September.
Currency
Britain’s currency is the pound sterling (£), which is divided into 100 pence (p).
Scotland has its own pound sterling notes. These represent the same value as an English note and can be used elsewhere in Britain. The Scottish £1 note is not accepted outside Scotland.
There are lots of bureaux de change in Britain – often located inside:
• banks
• travel agents
• Post Offices
• airports
• major train stations.
It's worth shopping around to get the best deal and remember to ask how much commission is charged.
Britain’s currency is the pound sterling (£), which is divided into 100 pence (p).
Scotland has its own pound sterling notes. These represent the same value as an English note and can be used elsewhere in Britain. The Scottish £1 note is not accepted outside Scotland.
There are lots of bureaux de change in Britain – often located inside:
• banks
• travel agents
• Post Offices
• airports
• major train stations.
It's worth shopping around to get the best deal and remember to ask how much commission is charged.
Time Difference
During the winter months, Britain is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is 5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and 10 hours behind Sydney. Western standard time is five hours behind.
From late March until late October, the clocks go forward one hour to British Summer Time (BST).
To check the correct time, contact the Speaking Clock service by dialling 123.
Weight And Measurements
Britain is officially metric, in line with the rest of Europe. However, imperial measures are still in use, especially for road distances, which are measured in miles. Imperial pints and gallons are 20 per cent larger than US measures.
Imperial to Metric
1 inch = 2.5 centimetres
1 foot = 30 centimetres
1 mile = 1.6 kilometres
1 ounce = 28 grams
1 pound = 454 grams
1 pint = 0.6 litres
1 gallon = 4.6 litres
Metric to Imperial
1 millimetre = 0.04 inch
1 centimetre = 0.4 inch
1 metre = 3 feet 3 inches
1 kilometre = 0.6 mile
1 gram = 0.04 ounce
1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds
Passport And Visas Requirements To Enter The UK
Please note: Following the recent referendum vote for the UK to leave the European Union (EU), there are currently no changes in the way people travel to Britain. The following guidelines still apply:
If you're planning an adventure to the UK, depending on your nationality and your reason for visiting, you may need to organise a visa.
If you're an American, Canadian or Australian tourist, you'll be able to travel visa-free throughout the UK, providing you have a valid passport and your reason for visiting meets the immigration rules (link is external).
Citizens from some South American and Caribbean countries as well as Japan are also able to travel visa-free around the UK.
European Union citizens, non-EU member states of the EEA (Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland), Switzerland, and members of the Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) do not need a visa to enter the UK.
If you have any further visa questions visit the official UK government website.
Anyone that has any questions, please feel free the comment below and I will answer them for you.
You can dial 999 to reach either the police, fire and ambulance departments.
Wales
Part 3 of Wales:
Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom and the island of Great Britain, bordered by England to its east and the Atlantic Ocean and Irish Sea to its west. It had a population in 2011 of 3,063,456, and has a total area of 20,779 km2 (8,023 sq mi). Wales has over 1,200 km (750 mi) of coastline, and is largely mountainous, with its highest peaks in the north and central areas, including Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), its highest summit. The country lies within the north temperate zone, and has a changeable, maritime climate.
Welsh national identity emerged among the Celtic Britons after the Roman withdrawal from Britain in the 5th century, and Wales is regarded as one of the modern Celtic nations. Llywelyn ap Gruffydd's death in 1282 marked the completion of Edward I of England's conquest of Wales, though Owain Glyndŵr briefly restored independence to what was to become modern Wales, in the early 15th century. The whole of Wales was annexed by England, and incorporated within the English legal system, under the Laws in Wales Acts 1535--1542. Distinctive Welsh politics developed in the 19th century. Welsh Liberalism, exemplified in the early 20th century by Lloyd George, was displaced by the growth of socialism and the Labour Party. Welsh national feeling grew over the century; Plaid Cymru was formed in 1925 and the Welsh Language Society in 1962. Established under the Government of Wales Act 1998, the National Assembly for Wales holds responsibility for a range of devolved policy matters.
At the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, development of the mining and metallurgical industries transformed the country from an agricultural society into an industrial nation; the South Wales coalfield's exploitation causing a rapid expansion of Wales' population. Two-thirds of the population now live in south Wales, mainly in and around Cardiff (the capital), Swansea and Newport, and in the nearby valleys. Today, with the country's traditional extractive and heavy industries either gone or in decline, Wales' economy depends on the public sector, light and service industries, and tourism. Wales' 2010 Gross Value Added (GVA) was £45.5 billion (£15,145 per head); 74.0 per cent of the average for the UK total, the lowest GVA per head in Britain.
Although Wales shares a close political and social history with the rest of Great Britain, and almost everyone speaks English, the country has retained a distinct cultural identity and is officially bilingual. Over 560,000 Welsh language speakers live in Wales, where it is spoken by a majority of the population in parts of the north and west. From the late 19th century onwards, Wales acquired its popular image as the land of song, attributable in part to the eisteddfod tradition. At international sporting events, such as the FIFA World Cup, Rugby World Cup and the Commonwealth Games, Wales is represented by national teams, though at the Olympic Games, Welsh athletes compete as part of a Great Britain team. Rugby union is seen as a symbol of Welsh identity and an expression of national consciousness.
Tenby (Welsh: Dinbych-y-pysgod, meaning little town of the fishes or little fortress of the fish) is a walled seaside town in Pembrokeshire, South West Wales, on the west side of Carmarthen Bay. Notable features of Tenby include 2.5 miles (4.0 km) of sandy beaches; the 13th century medieval town walls, including the Five Arches barbican gatehouse; the 15th century St. Mary's Church; the Tudor Merchant's House (National Trust); Tenby Museum and Art Gallery; and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, part of Wales' only coastal National Park. Boats sail from Tenby's harbour to the offshore monastic Caldey Island, while St Catherine's Island is linked to the town at low tide. The town is served by Tenby railway station.
Wales is an emerging tourist destination, with 8,078,900 visitors to National Trust and Welsh Tourist Board destinations in 2002. The industry has been estimated to have an annual turnover of £3.5 billion.
In 2005 tourism contributed to the economy of Wales supporting over 100,000 service-sector jobs, more than 8% of the country's workforce. The most popular activities undertaken by tourists in Wales were walking, shopping, hiking in the mountains and visiting historic attractions, museums and galleries. Over 1.1 million trips were made to Wales by overseas tourists in 2006 The main countries of origin of overseas visitors were the Republic of Ireland, the United States and Germany. The majority of tourism however, is from other parts of the UK (predominantly England.
The capital, Cardiff is the most popular area in Wales for tourists, with 14.6 million visitors in 2009, which provides 26,300 jobs in the sector. In 2004, tourists spent the most money in Gwynedd, followed by Conwy and Cardiff.
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England mit den Motorrädern - Von Nord nach Süd - Mai 2019 - Eine Reisereportage
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Im Mai 2019 fuhren wir mit den Motorrädern eine 15 tägige Motorradtour durch England. Dabei begannen wir in Nordengland (Newcastle) und fuhren über den Lake District, Wales, Cornwall, die gesamte Südküste entlang, bis wir die Reise in London mit einem mehrtägigen Aufenthalt beendeten.
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Unsere Hotels auf dieser Tour:
Windermere Park (Windermere):
The Sunnyside (Llandudno):
Lion Hotel (Builth Wells)
The Cheltenham Townhouse & Apartments (Cheltenham):
The Park Hotel (Barnstaple):
The Queens Hotel (St Ives):
Jurys Inn Exeter:
Hampton by Hilton (Bournemouth):
Jurys Inn (Brighton):
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Fatyak Mahee Fishing Kayak
Dedicated to the fishing market, Fatyak are proud to announce the brand new 2013 Mahee Fishing Kayak. Suitable for sea fishing, river/lake fishing and coarse fishing it is a versatile fishing kayak which is very stable, easy to paddle and comfortable for a day's fishing. The Mahee's light weight construction and size make it perfect for accessing rivers/lakes and is perfect for inland fishing.
Our brand new Fatyak Mahee Fishing Kayak has all of the spec you know and love from Fatyak:
2 x dry storage hatches, 2 x paddle parks, drain plug, Deck Loop Fittings, Padeyes, Staggered Foot Braces, Moulded in Carry Handles, Rear Storage Area
Plus, the following features the anglers and fishermen demand:
Additional Mounting Block for Ram Rod Holder/ Fish Finder or GPS, Additional Front Bunjee Clip, Central Hatch Clipping Points, Dome Storage Hatch Handles, 4 x Flush Mounted Rod Holders, Rear Storage Additional Clipping Points, Anchor Trolley System with Cleat (see gallery images)
Dimensions:
Length = 3850mm
Width = 830mm
Height = 390mm
Weight = 30kgs
Capacity = 200kgs
Optional Extras: Ram Rod Holder, Fish Finder or GPS, Paddle, Seat Back, Leg Straps, Buoyancy Aids, Trolley (see accessories section)
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The 2013 Mahee from Fatyak offers the versatility that Sit-on-Top kayakers want. It's unique stable lines ensures that fishermen, anglers, sport and recreational kayakers will all have an enjoyable time.
The Fatyak kayak is a one piece rotationally moulded kayak, no seams no joints and is manufactured using high grade high density UV stabilised polyethylene. It has moulded in padeye fixings giving unsurpassed leak protection. All Fatyak kayaks are manufactured in accordance to BS7852 in Somerset England. fatyak-kayaks.co.uk
2.CASTELL FFLINT
Flint Castle (Welsh: Castell y Fflint) located in Flint, Flintshire, was the first of a series of castles built during King Edward I's campaign to conquer Wales.
The site was chosen for its strategic position in North East Wales. The castle was only one day's march from Chester, supplies could be brought along the River Dee and there was by a ford across to England that could be used at low tide.
ConstructionBuilding work began in 1277 under Richard L'Engenour, who would later became Mayor of Chester in 1304. The castle and its earthworks were built by 1,800 labourers and masons using local Millstone Grit ashlar and sandstone. In November 1280, the Savoyard master mason James of Saint George began overseeing construction at Flint for Edward I.[2] He remained at the castle for 17 months. James of Saint George then moved onto Rhuddlan to oversee its completion.
When work ceased in 1286, Flint Castle had an inner ward and an outer bailey. They were separated by a tidal moat and were connected with gatehouse and drawbridge. A plantation town was also laid out beyond the outer bailey. The inner ward had three large towers and a detached keep. This isolated tower protected the inner gatehouse and outer bailey. In total expenditure, Edward I spent £6068.7.5d. creating the fortress and the town[1] (£2.5 million as of 2008).
Flint, which was sited on the western shore of the River Dee estuary, could be supplied by river or sea. Its harbour was protected by a defensive wall. The castle lies opposite to the English shore and Shotwick Castle in England. Before the river's course was drastically changed in the 18th century, passage across the estuary at this point could be made directly by boat at high tide or by fording at low tide.
Unique fortress design
The isolated keep defended the gateway and drawbridge between the inner ward and outer bailey.The castle is based on medieval French or Savoyard models where one of the corner towers is enlarged and isolated.This independent structure served as both corner tower and keep or donjon, like at Dourdan, France. Flint's keep has been compared to the donjon at Aigues-Mortes, France. Edward I would have been familiar with Aigues-Mortes having passed through the fortress on the way to join the Eighth Crusade in 1270.
The keep is an impressive structure. Its stone walls are 7 metres (23 ft) thick at the base and 5 metres (16 ft) above. Access was gained by crossing a drawbridge into a central entrance chamber on the first floor. Originally there would have been at least one additional storey. These floors had small rooms built into the thick walls. A timber gallery was built on top of the keep for the visit of Edward, Prince of Wales in 1301. On the ground floor is a vaulted passage that runs all the way around the inside of the keep.
Flint's design was not repeated in any other castle built by Edward I in North Wales. The layout at Flint remains unique within the British Isles.
History
The massive stone keep, curtain wall and three-storey corner tower.Flint was the first castle of what would later become known as Edward I's Iron Ring. A chain of fortresses designed to encircle North Wales and oppress the Welsh. Its construction began almost immediately after Edward I began the First Welsh War in 1277.
Five years later Welsh forces under the command of Dafydd ap Gruffydd, brother of Llywelyn the Last besieged the castle in an attempted uprising against the English Crown. In 1294 Flint was attacked again during the revolt of Madog ap Llywelyn; this time the constable of the castle was forced to set fire to the fortress to prevent its capture by the Welsh. The castle was later repaired and partly rebuilt.
With the conclusion to the Welsh Wars, English settlers and merchants were given property titles in the new town that was laid out in front of the castle. The plantation borough was protected by a defensive ditch with a wooden palisade on earth banking. Its outline remains visible in streets patterns.
In 1399 Richard II of England was held by Henry Bolingbroke at Flint before being returned to London.
During the English Civil War, Flint Castle was held by the Royalists. It was finally captured by the Parliamentarians in 1647 after a three-month siege. To prevent its reuse in the conflict, the castle was then slighted in accordance with Cromwell's destruction order. The ruins are what remain today.
Present dayFlint Castle, which has been managed as public monument for 90 years, is now maintained by Cadw, a Welsh-government body that protects, conserves and promotes the building heritage of Wales. Access is free and via a path. Most parts of the castle, such as the isolated keep, are open to the public.
Caravan to Rent North Wales
Caravan to rent at Bryn Morfa North Wales with gas central heating and double glazing. Half a mile outside the beautiful walled town of Conwy north wales with its fantastic castle located on the lovely bryn morfa caravan park bangor road , 2 miles from llandudno, static sleeps up to 4 people sorry no children under 10 years allowed. static has a beautiful enclosed garden with a lawn lovely flowers and private patio area with seating table and parasol also a bbq , off road parking, all alarms fitted,raised ceiling,1 big double bedroom with 2 double wardrobes and dressing table,also pull out double bed in the front room, double shower enclosure, spot lights,laminate flooring, , toilet,, flat screen TV with freeview dvd player,,hair dryer,double toaster,kettle, microwave,steamer,wok, fridge freezer,, ,dining table with four chairs, standard gas oven with grill and 4 gas rings with extractor fan, huge corner sette, also a digital safe if required, double glazing, gas central heating ect ect. A real home from home all done out to the highest standards. also free wi fi on site
A ten minute walk to an award winning sandy beach, lovely pub over the road with great food and good beer, static has stunning views of Conwy mountain which is well worth the climb with amazing views of Conwy Castle and the walled town of Conwy,,, Conwy town is a ten minute walk which has loads of bars pubs,a beach,boat trips,bike hire,antique shops, the smallest house in britain,,golf courses, great gift shops and top quality restaurants and a marina,harbour, a nature reserve, art galleries, golf course, cinema ect ect, fantastic walks, supermarkets,museums and best of all the best castle in Wales conwy castle which dates back to the 12th century.The town of llandudno is a two mile drive with lots of attractions and a great beach, mount snowdon is half an hr away,
The caravan park is called Bryn Morfa which is very pretty with a lovely big bar with a proper pool table and sky tv ect which is open till late and often has discos bbq s ect and a top quality restaurant with local food, plus a laundrette on site, also 24hr security on site, you will adore this place, please google Conwy town North Wales if you have never visited there you fall in love with it, no children under 10 years old,, 4 people max, no pets, no smoking in the static,
prices from only £100 for two nights other short breaks available also long term rents considered , ,,£325 till end of may, holidays booked prior to 3 months of holiday can be payed in 3 installments to be arranged
two nights available other short or long breaks available also required is a refundable payment of £60 which will be refunded with in 10 days as long as there are no broken items and the static is left how its found, you will require your own towels and bed lining
key will be collected from the site office in office hours key can be collected on the day you arrive between 3pm and 5 pm and vacate by 10 am on the day you leave.
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A track tamper and a Colas class 56 through Carnforth
Whilst videoing the usual fare through Carnforth station, a track maintenance vehicle (I haven't got the foggiest what they are called) and a Colas Rail class 56 came through heading north.
The full video will follow when I get back home.
Seasalt Cornwall: Modern Creatives Jessica Cooper
“I want to give people a way into a painting. If they can identify a familiar object like a bowl of fruit or a tree, it allows them to step into the painting” - artist Jessica Cooper at her studio at Newlyn Art school. Read the full interview
Renovation of the National Gallery of Scotland
The National Gallery of Scotland will be improved and expanded threefold and the new spaces will be ready in early 2019. Sir John Leighton Director-General of the National Galleries of Scotland explained the programme, but assured us the galleries will remain open throughout.
Video of Wildflower Meadow | Littleton, Massachusetts real estate & homes
- The MBT Group and Keller Williams welcomes you to Wildflower Meadow, Seal Harbor's newest community conveniently located off Great Road in Littleton. This community is within easy access to Routes 2 and Route 495, the Acton and Littleton commuter rail, walking distance to the shopping plaza at Nagog Woods and five local eateries. It is also just a short drive to Nashoba Valley Ski area and the Acton NARA Park.
Arranged in quaint villages of 4 to 8 homes, the property will offer 56 single family detached homes designed for the buyer who values the benefits of a single family home while enjoying a low maintenance life style. Each village will be accented with lamp posts, tree lined sidewalks and brick walkways to your door step. The site plan offers private roads with lush landscaping and stone walls. Your village becomes your community and although you may never know everyone in the property, you will know everyone in your village.
Each home is beautifully crafted offering a true 19th century shingle style cottage that provides the warmth and charm of a New England village. Choose from an array of two and three bedroom floor plans, first and second floor master suites and one or two garage homes. Sizes range from 1350 square feet to 2300 square feet of living space with additional opportunity to finish basements and third floor living space to provide for additional family needs. Each style offers an assortment of finishes to choose from including maple cabinets, granite counter tops, hard wood floors, gas fireplaces and rich trim detail.
Come to see what awaits you in a community that has the warmth and charm of New England and was voted the Best Place to Raise Children in 2013.
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Train Simulator 2016 - E7 - Class 101 DMU to Darlington!
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Train Simulator 2016
Ever dreamed of driving trains? Now you can! Train Simulator 2016 brings to life some amazing extreme train challenges on real world routes and delivers the ultimate railway hobby.
Power: Haul thousands of tons of cargo over Sherman Hill Summit in the legendary Union Pacific Gas Turbine
Pressure: Command the mighty Castle Class in the golden age of steam on the busy Cornish Riviera Line
Precision: Beat the clock as a Deutsche Bahn driver on the challenging West Rhine Main Line.
Plus, with Train Simulator 2016, get started on your driver career at the TS Academy and master your machines with support from the new Driver Assists system - you can also capture the perfect scene in the all new Railfan mode.
TS2016 features four stunning routes for you to enjoy:
Sherman Hill: Cheyenne to Laramie, including Union Pacific Gas Turbine-Electric, ES44AC, SD70M, SD40-2 and SW10 locomotives
Riviera Line: Exeter to Kingswear, including GWR Castle Class, Grange Class, King Class, Hall Class and Pannier Tank locomotives
West Rhine: Cologne to Koblenz, including DB BR 155, BR 146.2, BR 101 and BR 294 locomotives.
Plus, TS2016: Steam Edition also includes the Norfolk Southern Coal District route, the beautifully rural Mon Line running through the heart of Pennsylvania, USA.
Train Simulator 2016 – are you ready for the extreme?
Caernarfon
Caernarfon is a royal town, community, and port in Gwynedd, Wales, with a population of 9,615. It lies along the A487 road, on the eastern shore of the Menai Strait, opposite the Isle of Anglesey. The city of Bangor is 8.6 miles to the north-east, while Snowdonia fringes Caernarfon to the east and south-east. Carnarvon and Caernarvon are Anglicised spellings that were superseded in 1926 and 1974, respectively.
Abundant natural resources in and around the Menai Straits enabled human habitation in the area during prehistory. The Ordovices, a Celtic tribe, lived in the region during classical antiquity. The Roman fort Segontium was established around AD 80 to subjugate the Ordovices during the Roman conquest of Britain. The Romans occupied the region until their departure in the 5th century, after which Caernarfon became part of the Kingdom of Gwynedd. In the late 11th century, William the Conqueror ordered the construction of a motte at Caernarfon as part of an attempt at conquering the region. He was unsuccessful, and Wales remained independent until around 1283.
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The Duke of Cornwall Hotel Plymouth by Dave Crocker 14th August 2016
This is a time lapse film of Dave Crocker's painting of the Duke of Cornwall Hotel in Millbay Road Plymouth. The Duke of Cornwall is where twenty of the surviving Titanic stewardesses spent their first night after returning to dry land. This painting will be auctioned at the Farewell Dinner QE2 Gala Charity Ball in the Duke of Cornwall on Saturday 24th September 2016 raising money for Plymouth Drake Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets. The tune is Bobby Darin singing Somewhere beyond the Sea
Dunfermline Bruce Festival 2007 - Jousting
Dunfermline, Scotland. Bruce Festival 2007 - Jousting