Mentioned in the Domesday survey, Peveril Castle is one of England’s earliest Norman fortresses. The keep was built by Henry II in 1176. A view of the castle from Cave Dale. In the background the village of Castleton. A light mist covering the Dale and Castleton.
Surrounded by the stunning Pembrokeshire coastline, Whitesands Bay is a wide sandy beach known for its powerful waves and perfect surf conditions. Located near the small city of St. Davids, this beach has been rated as one of the best tourist destinations in the world. The area is dominated by a large rocky outcrop known as Carn Llidi, creating a dramatic backdrop for the towering waves. A view of the beach from the St David’s Head coastal walk.
The Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) is a very common butterfly throughout the United Kingdom. Adults feed on nectar and may hibernate over winter. This butterfly was captured in flight leaving a buddleia bush in Carmarthenshire, Wales
The magnificent Red Admiral Butterfly (Vanessa atalanta) is a frequent visitor to gardens and fields during the summer months, with its striking black, orange, and yellow wings and piercing eyes. Although some adults hibernate in the UK, it is primarily a summer migrant. This particular butterfly was captured flying away after feeding on buddleia. Image taken in Laugharne, Carmarthenshire,
The Small White (Pieris napi) resembles Large White but is much smaller. The Small White, along with the Large White, can claim the title of “Cabbage White” that is the bane of gardeners all over the British Isles although the damage caused by this species is significantly less than that of the Large White. This is one of the most widespread species found in the British Isles. This is a female flying to a buddleja bush. This butterfly was photographed in Laugharne, Carmarthenshire.
The Commando War Memorial in Spean Bridge, Scotland stands tall as a tribute to the valiant men of the British Commando Forces who fought during World War II. The monument, a striking sculpture of soldiers in uniform, is set amidst a serene landscape of red mountains, lush green grass, and the sky painted with clouds during sunset. Poppies adorn the site, reminiscent of the war camps where these brave soldiers trained.
Herdwick sheep are a breed of domestic sheep originating in the United Kingdom. They are native to the Lake District of Cumbria in North West England. The name of the breed is derived from the Old Norse herdvyck, which means sheep pasture. Herdwick have traditionally been bred in the fells and pastures of the Lake District in Cumbria but they are now seen in other parts of the United Kingdom. This pair were photographed on a farm in Carmarthenshire, Wales.
Herdwick sheep are a breed of domestic sheep originating in the United Kingdom. They are native to the Lake District of Cumbria in North West England. The name of the breed is derived from the Old Norse herdvyck, which means sheep pasture. Herdwick have traditionally been bred in the fells and pastures of the Lake District in Cumbria but they are now seen in other parts of the United Kingdom. This pair were photographed on a farm in Carmarthenshire, Wales. Monochrome version.
This stunning Rook Bird (Corvus frugilegus) is perched on a seafront wall in Newgale, Pembrokeshire, Wales. With its sleek black feathers, piercing eyes and magnificent wings, it exudes an air of regal confidence that is truly awe-inspiring. Standing tall and proud, it is a true symbol of strength and resilience.
A mother Herdwick sheep and her lambs share a moment of pure affection in the picturesque setting of Laugharne. Herdwick sheep, native to the Cumbrian fells, are known for their hardiness and resilience. Their wooly coats are a perfect fit for the mountainous terrain, and their unique features include black faces and legs, and white coats. The mother and her young represent the timeless bond between mother and child, exuding a sense of warmth and love that transcends boundaries.
