A building in front of Euston Station has been reused as a pub. The places listed on the fridge are served by the trains leaving this station.

The Grade II listed bulding was designed by Nobbs & Riley of the LCC's architectural department, in the 'arts and crafts' style of the time.

The London County Council ran from 1889 to 1965, when the Greater London Council was formed. There appears to be a backlog at the sign-making department.

You can see the shield of the LCC in the middle of the frame.

The 'engines' here are now 'appliances' (which sounds a bit medical to me). They are parked next door, before you go calling a tow truck to remove these cars.

A reasonably expensive bicycle, securely attached with an Abus jointed bike lock to a tubular bike restraint. This morning it stands minus its wheels. A sad reminder to remove all your quick-release fasteners and replace them with something awkward, if you intend to park your bike for more than a few minutes, even in a busy street.

Today it is Latin and Orthodox Easter - not often on the same day.

After a bright start, the weather begins to roll across Lake Windermere and a light rain comes with it. The Lake District is pretty, but remember that the lakes have to be kept full somehow!

Samaritans have had a branch in Lancaster for 50 years. They provide a free, 24/7 listening service in the hope of reducing the incidence of suicide.

As i consider revising my duck and cover drills i see a hover fly pollinating this pretty dog rose. These are among the most bee friendly roses around.

Old sign seen in London. I liked Meggezones but i think they have been discontinued.

When Fleetwood was a fishing town, fishing boats were easily identified by their funnels.

📷 Google Pixel 4xl - Throwback August 2021 - Tradeston Bridge (Squiggly Bridge) - River Clyde (Glasgow)

Lunch

Hummus made with stick blender

Can of chick peas

3 tbsp tahini

3 cloves garlic

1 tsp cayenne pepper

Ground pepper

Sea salt

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp water

Throw it all into a big jar

Blend in place on low to start

Finish on high

Eat some now

Put the lid on the jar and chill

Faff about with garnish if you must... Parsley, more oil, pretty red things like pomegranate seeds or chili flakes if feeling macho

Takes about 10 mins including washing up

The cayenne is a nice afterglow and my lips are still tingling.

Theaster Gates, Black Vessel for a Saint, 2017

Walker Art Center, Minneapolis

Class this morning was fun.

Among the empty casks outside the Euston Tap was this Bayreuther Bier. I hope it travels well.

Veggie soup ready to go.

The former cooperative society building in Lancaster. An interesting mixture of classical and arts and crafts elements.

There was a lull in service today and I found some licorice all sorts. Idle hands, etc 😅

In the courtyard of Lancaster Cathedral.

My friend Veronica suggested a crop for my previous picture, so here it is. In my Instagram days, square was the only format I ever used, and have since got out of the habit.

These cherry trees are about 100 years old, and full of character. This view lasts only a few days each year, and brightens my day when I see it.

Anyone can create a comment directly on my pictures, and I hope you will feel free to do so.

Homemade tortilla pizza.

📷 Google Pixel 8 Pro - Telephoto Sensor (50MP) - Strawberry Moon

Bug hotels are nice to look at and handy habitats for little creatures while all about is changing.

So keenly awaited; so quickly gone.

Walking home, a light breeze;

A pink snow-storm.

Bitter-sweet.

Natural History Museum

Buddleia removed from the stonework; roof replaced; other major work ongoing. I don't know what this church will be used for, but as a religious building is unlikely. It's fine, large open space inside.

A sparrow hawk is used to control the pigeon population. It's neither gentle nor pretty.

in the back garden