Packwood House through the Yews
Packwood House framed and viewed from the Yew Garden
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Pocket Bomberman
Going back to my gaming roots to finish a game I never could as a child!
Thank You for Not Reading the Middle Bit
Angel's Trumpets: so keen to keep its secret, it grew a leaf over the word 'poisonous'.
Full Moon
Full moon, shot at night, showing off its craters in a warm gold glow against the black sky.
Sunset in Firewatch
The Parterre at Hanbury Hall
A lovely summer's day scene at Hanbury Hall in Worcestershire, where the neat box hedges and little topiary cones of the parterre garden are laid out in a tidy geometric pattern. Pops of pink and orange flowers brighten the beds, with the handsome red-brick house and its tall chimneys sitting behind under a bright blue sky.
A Red Herring?
I love this game so much. Already sending me off to find red herrings...
Jackdaws at Sunset
Jackdaws swarm at sunset around an old tower
Woodpecker Dinner Time
A dapper great spotted woodpecker has staked its claim on the peanut feeder, clinging to the wire mesh like it owns the place. Decked out in a smart black-and-white suit with a cheeky splash of red on the head, this little acrobat grips the metal grid with tiny determined claws, eyeing up a well-earned snack.
Colby Woodland Garden
A white three-storey house and adjoining white-washed cottages nestled on the hillside at Colby Woodland Gardens, surrounded by dense green woodland. In the foreground, a flowering pink tree stands among lush shrubs and trees, while a small ornamental gazebo with a pointed roof is visible to the upper right in the Walled Garden
Waiting for a Turn at the Feeder
A chaffinch with a rusty-orange chest and black-and-white wings grabs a seed at a bird feeder. Behind it, a blue tit can be seen slightly out of focus.
A Moment in Time
An orange and brown butterfly rests on a cluster of small purple flowers. The dark background makes it stand out
Yellow Mellow
bright yellow and orange flower with a dark middle, standing in a grassy field. There are some blue flowers blurred in the background.
A Friendly Fellow
A squirrel sits upright on a patch of green moss, its bushy tail curled behind it.
Charizard
Mega Charizard in the woods at National Trust - Hughenden. See more at Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail.
Zooming in on the Moon
Quite possibly one of the best photos I have ever taken! The Moon during its waxing gibbous phase.
Bluebells in Bloom
Bluebells in bloom at the Clent Hills.
What you looking at?
Bought a new camera this week, and took it for a spin during my lunch break walk today. Honk, honk!
Lifeboat on the Beach
Watching the recovery of New Quay's RNLI lifeboat from the sea — especially captivating when they drive the boat directly at the beach at considerable speed.
Reading on the beach
Quietly enjoying reading my book on the beach.
Stone Foot in the Woods...
A large stone foot statue situated in the woods. Powis Castle is visible through the trees.
Cast n Chill
Cast & Chill is a brilliant game! A fishing game, a slow one, one without too much stress.
National Trust Stourhead
Pedalo
Spending a fun afternoon on the water.
Electrical Symmetry
Looking up at the structure of an electricity pylon, showcasing its metal framework against a blue sky with scattered clouds.
Avocado
Toasted bread topped with mashed avocado, fried egg and chilli flakes.
SnowRunner Sunsets
Peaceful sunset in #SnowRunner.
Games I enjoyed in 2025
A collage of favourite games from 2025, including Pokémon: Polished Crystal Version, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Forza Horizon 4, Mario Golf: Advance Tour, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, SnowRunner, Dragon Quest III HD-2D, Fantasy Life i, and OpenTTD.
Silent Sunday
A close-up view of ground covered with a mix of wet, fallen leaves in various shades of brown and yellow, scattered among remnants of dried foliage.
No Spoony Bards
"No Spoony Bard could spin a sweeter tale!" — a screenshot from Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles.
Jacob's Ladder
The start of Jacob's Ladder, Peak District, UK. Green hills bordered by a wooden fence, trees dotting the landscape, and a stone bridge crossing a small stream.
Camping Sunset
A blue tent on grassy terrain with hills in the distance, the setting sun casting a warm glow across the sky.
Hello Lucien. It's been a while…
A screenshot from The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
Ecosystem
Analogue gaming tonight with my wife!
Spicy Pillow
Don't forget to check older devices with batteries regularly! You might find a #SpicyPillow like I did today in my 3DS — they're a fire risk once expanded like this.