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65c – Eastney to Southsea

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Wingclipped

As we headed out of Eastney and into Southsea we passed the Royal Marines Museum.  At its entrance is an imposing, larger-than-life statue of a Royal Marine. The statue is based on a photograph of one particular member of the … Continue reading →

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The Coastal Path in Amsterdam – Rembrandtplein

Posted on October 13, 2013 by Wingclipped

Rembrandtplein is a square in the centre of Amsterdam named after the artist Rembrandt van Rijn.  Rembrandt is one of the Old Masters and one of the most important and influential Dutch painters.  He had a house just over the other side … Continue reading →

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52a – Brighton Part II

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Wingclipped

We arrived back at the Black Rock Car Park by Brighton Marina on a warm, lazy, morning.  Despite the early hour, the sun was already making promises, as was a Mr Whippy ice cream van.  I have come to realise … Continue reading →

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47b – Eastbourne Part II

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Wingclipped

We walked along Eastbourne’s seafront and soon reached the “Wish Tower”.  This is in fact Martello Tower #73.  It has been unused for a decade or so and sits there prettily enough, but doing very little.  Local groups are trying to get … Continue reading →

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