Castle Magic

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  if your a host tell me im not alone…im having a moan lol, is it just me or if your a host do you get work constantly put up without any note being taken of guidlines, I …

  im having a moan lol, is it just me or if your a host do you get work constantly put up without any note being taken of guidlines, I seem to spend loads of time just rejecting things that if guidlines were read wouldnt have to be rejected. sorry for moaning but im ill its allowed lol

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  Cardiff Bay Meet…Cardiff Bay Meet / Sunday, 30th November / 10.00am We will gather in the Norwegian Church Arts Centre coffee shop, located at the end…

  Cardiff Bay Meet / Sunday, 30th November / 10.00am We will gather in the Norwegian Church Arts Centre coffee shop, located at the end of Harbour Drive, overlooking Cardiff Bay. There is a car park next to the building, which is free on Sundays. / Alternative ‘Pay & Display’ car parks are located at Mermaid Quay off Stuart Street, and at St David’s Hotel off Havannah Street. Further information at: http://www.norwegianchurchcardiff.com/content.asp?nav=108&parent_directory_id=2 The front entrance of the Norwegian Church Arts Centre is located overlooking the waterfront on the pedestrian walkway. A ramped access is provided at the rear of the building as you approach via Harbour Drive. As the weather is unpredictable this time of year, we will make plans once we have met up. There is plenty to do both indoors and out at Cardiff Bay. / A map of the area showing car parks can be found here: http://www.purecardiff.com/travel/maps/cardiffbay.asp We always have a great time so don’t be shy – we would love to see you there!

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  Barra - Shops & Castle by Larry Davis

  This is an image that I have dragged out of the shoebox. / It’s a 35mm image of the main street on the Isle of Barra, with Kissimul Castle in Castlebay. / This is where my wife Dawns roots came from, as her maiden name is Dawn Shirley Elizabeth McNeil. / Once here family moved from Barra, they settled in Glasgow, as the whole line of men and women were spinners. / Dawn has been spinning now for 35 years and even dyes her own wool. ( and sells Majacraft Spinning Wheels ) / ( spinwych at RB *Click here ) ===========================

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  Schönbrunn Castle by julie08

  The photo shows the pavilion at Schönbrunn Castle in Vienna Austria

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  Scarborough Castle by Paul McGuire

  Situated at the edge of a cliff along the North Yorkshire coast, a naturally defended area and a perfect look out spot, Scarborough Castle still dominates the town and harbour some 300ft (91m) below. The roughly triangular piece of ground forming the headland of Castle Hill has been occupied for over 2500 years, but the first stone fortress on the site wasn’t built until the early 12th century by William le Gros. Remains of his early building include a chapel, much altered in the 14th century, and the curtain walls which were strengthened by Henry II in the second half of the 12th century. Henry II was also responsible for destroying the original gate tower and erecting a more elaborate, three-storey square Keep, typical of that period, protected further by a traditional forebuilding. Although the top of the keep has disappeared, some remaining walls provide a good indication of how splendid this structure was. Fireplaces at the first and second levels can still be seen in the walls. Nothing exists of the once mighty forebuilding except the foundations, which show clearly its size and estimated height of some 40ft (12m). From this date, Scaborough Castle became practically impregnable, although the outer defences were continually improved and reinforced over the years. Scarborough Castle was the strategically important Northern base of Kings and Queens for almost five centuries, and with each new reign came further additions and improvements to the original building. (National heritage.)

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  Mugdock Castle by Linda Morrison

  The castle was positioned on the high ground between the Allander valley, the Blane valley, the Kilpatrick Hills and the Campsies. Its purpose was to act as the administrative centre for the lands of Mugdock. / No one is sure how old the castle is, but it is first mentioned in an old vellum document dated 24th August 1372. This was an agreement between Sir Patrick Graham and Angus Hawinroyss about the ownership of land around Boclair and was signed at Mugdock Castle. / The first castle at Mugdock was probably of the motte and bailey type and made of wood. However, the earliest part of the stone ruin you can see today, dates from the 14th century. / Extract from Mugdock Country Parks website. / http://www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk/

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  Mugdock Moon by Linda Morrison

  Taken at Mugdock Castle in the very beautiful Mugdock Country Park in Milngavie, just outside Glasgow.

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  Avalon by Globalphotos

  WARNING / ©2008 Globalphotos All rights reserved. / All photographs, text and images by Globalphotos are the exclusive property of Globalphotos – protected under Australian and international copyright laws. / These images may not be reproduced, copied or manipulated without written permission. / No use for Public Domain. / Use of any image for another photographic concept or illustration is a violation of copyright

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  A Feature in the SEA Group…The lovely people at the SEA Group have been kind enough to feature my *Red Umbr…

  The lovely people at the SEA Group have been kind enough to feature my Red Umbrella shot. If you have not discovered them yet, then please check out this great group to find some outstanding work. Click on the photograph below to see the shot properly: / Thank you so much to the hosts Tereza and Eduardo for recognising my work, I appreciate the honour and the exposure. Tom

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  Villandry Castle - Loire Valley - France 2 by Alison Cornford-Matheson

  This view of the chateau Villandry in the Loire Valley of France, shows the castle as viewed from the rear of the formal garden. Gear: Nikon D80, AF-S NIKKOR 18-200mm 1:3.5-5.6 G ED

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  Bamburgh Castle | Sunrise No. 2 / 4 by Paul Santos

  No.2 from a series of 4 images of Bamburgh Castle taken at sunrise. Those heaven like skies on the English Northumbrian coastline take my breath away every time.