Category Archives: Ryde

Appley Tower

Appley Towers, also called Appley Tower or Appley Tower House was an English country house near Appley House in Appley, Isle of Wight. It was the home of the Hutt family, who bought it in the 1870s, and later of Sir Hedworth Williamson. The house has been demolished, but a number of its estate buildingsContinue reading “Appley Tower”

The first recorded Pier in the UK

The first recorded pier in England was Ryde Pier, opened in 1814 on the Isle of Wight, as a landing stage to allow ferries to and from the mainland to berth. It is still used for this purpose today. Wikipedia A pier is a raised structure that rises above a body of water and usually juts out from its shore, typicallyContinue reading “The first recorded Pier in the UK”

Open to Work

Hi I was recently made redundant and am #opentowork, within the Isle of Wight, Chichester area. Professional profile A creative and free thinking Continuous Improvement and Training Manager, combining creative and analytical skills to design comprehensive solutions to FMCG manufacturing and training projects. Qualified with a Degree in Theatre Design, Education and Training level 3Continue reading “Open to Work”

The South Coast of the UK

During these difficult Covid times as a photographer it has been difficult to get out and about and see our beautiful surroundings, it is also easy to forget places. I have asked on social media for people to name their favorite photographic locations on the South Coast. I will be posting the a list below:Continue reading “The South Coast of the UK”