A Day-out in Brownsea Island in 2016: Gallery II

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If you have not read the story of our visit to Brownsea Island in 2016 please go here or click Travel link above.

In 1907 Brownsea Island was the site chosen by Lord Baden-Powell to hold his first experimental camp on 'scouting skills' for young boys, which laid the foundations for the worldwide Scouting and Guiding movements. As a once dedicated Boy Scout of the Philippines, I paid homage to the great man himself to thank him for that great part of my teenage years as a Scout.

All photos were taken by me and our two sons with a micro four thirds OMD camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2Kpl3dR) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/33kH3Ox) and a micro four thirds PEN camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2KMfJkI) attached with a standard pancake lens (https://amzn.to/2ZgnSWH).

A Day-out in Brownsea Island in 2016: Gallery I

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If you have not read the story of our visit to Brownsea Island in 2016 please go here or click Travel link above.

All photos were taken by me and our two sons with a micro four thirds OMD camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2Kpl3dR) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/33kH3Ox) and a micro four thirds PEN camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2KMfJkI) attached with a standard pancake lens (https://amzn.to/2ZgnSWH).

A Day-out in Brownsea Island in 2016

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The perfect day’s adventure, this island wildlife sanctuary is easy to get to but feels like another world from the moment you step ashore.

The island sits in the middle of Poole Harbour, with dramatic views to the Purbeck Hills. Thriving natural habitats, including woodland, heathland and a lagoon, have created havens for wildlife, such as the red squirrel and a huge variety of birds.

The island is rich in history too, which is revealed in our Visitor Centre. There are the remains of daffodil farming, pottery works and the village of Maryland to explore, or head to the Outdoor Centre to find out more about the birthplace of the Scouting and Guiding movement. (Source: Visit Dorset)

The National Trust-owned Brownsea Island is a beautiful island in Dorset with wonderful views of Poole Harbour, great history & amazing wildlife including rare red squirrels and birds, and is also the birthplace of Scouting and Guiding.

All photos were taken by me and our two sons with a micro four thirds OMD camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2Kpl3dR) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/33kH3Ox) and a micro four thirds PEN camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2KMfJkI) attached with a standard pancake lens (https://amzn.to/2ZgnSWH).

Visiting Lulworth Cove in 2016

The beautiful white pebble beach of Lulworth Cove, with its blue waters and easy access make it a popular destination. Low tide reveals wonderful rock pools teeming with sea creatures. Dogs are permitted on the left hand side of the slipway.

The Cove offers a variety of places to eat and there is a large car park (fee payable). Make sure you visit the Heritage Centre next to the car park for all kinds of information about the area and the Jurassic Coast. There are toilets with disabled and baby changing facilities at the Heritage Centre. Boat trips are available during the summer. (Source: Visit Dorset)

All photos were taken with a micro four thirds camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2Kpl3dR) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/33kH3Ox).

Visiting Durdle Door in 2016

Eroded by time and nature, Durdle Door is one of Dorset’s most photographed and iconic landmarks.

It is located on the Lulworth Estate in south Dorset and is part of the Jurassic Coast. The coastline is of such international geological importance that it was designated England’s first natural World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2001 and is now part of a family of natural wonders including America’s Grand Canyon and Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.

The magnificent natural limestone arch was formed when the power of the waves eroded the rock and forged a hole through the middle. The name Durdle is derived from an old English word ‘thirl’, which means to pierce, bore or drill.

As you look towards the sea, you will see Durdle Door beach on your right. Access to the pebble and shingle beach is on foot via a path and steps over the hill from Lulworth Cove or down from the Car Park (charges apply) which is located on the cliff top at Durdle Door Holiday Park. (Source: Visit Dorset)

All photos were taken with a micro four thirds camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2Kpl3dR) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/33kH3Ox).

Thorpe Park Resort 2016: Day 2 Photo Gallery

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If you have not read the story of our visit to Thorpe Park Resort in 2016 please go here or click Travel link above.

The following photos were taken in the resort's Amity and The Jungle theme villages.

All photos were taken with a micro four thirds camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2YE2cQ1) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/2YCwumk).

Thorpe Park Resort 2016: Day 1 Photo Gallery

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If you have not read the story of our visit to Thorpe Park Resort in 2016 please go here or click Travel link above.

The following photos were taken in the resort's Amity and The Jungle theme villages.

All photos were taken with a micro four thirds camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2MCIyl6) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/2YCwumk).

Thorpe Park Resort 2016

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An island like no other, Thorpe Park Resort is the ultimate destination for thrill seekers featuring some of the UK's most popular roller coasters and is home to over 30 thrilling rides, attractions and live events. This description from its website is enough invitation for readers to go and visit this adventure theme park.

And we did! Not just one but two days full of adventure and excitement, mostly for our children (and the mothers, too). Last summer of 2016, we joined three other friend families (17-strong contingent) to Thorpe Park Resort. It is a 2-hour journey from Peterborough so we had to make an early morning start to be able to arrive before the theme park opens.

Day 1 photos were taken with a micro four thirds camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2MCIyl6) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/2YCwumk).

Day 2 photos were taken with another micro four thirds camera (older version of https://amzn.to/2YE2cQ1) attached with the standard kit lens (https://amzn.to/2YCwumk).

A quick visit to Leicester Cathedral

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In summer of 2016, the family made a very quick tour of Leicester Cathedral, or the Cathedral Church of St. Martin as it is officially known. The cathedral is located right at the heart of Leicester's Old Town, a short five-minute walk from Highcross Shopping Centre.

We used to be regular visitors to one of Leicester's hospitals because of my wife's asthma where she needed to be seen by a specialist consultant. But we don't get to see the rest of the city during those visits. As it was summer and the children not in school we decided to go early and had a bit of a wander off in the city centre. And that included a visit to Leicester Cathedral to see the tomb of King Richard III.