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derekparker said:

I can still almost hear the sound of the linotype machines . . .


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Adrian D. Smith said:

I think you have named and positioned this picture wrong. Regards Adrian


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Adrian D. Smith said:

The last reminder of a time past when passenger trains bound for London waited here for passengers disembarking from the great trans-Atlantic ocean liners that anchored in Plymouth Sound. Many were the stars of stage and screen and it took about four hours for a Great Western Railway train to get to London which saved a whole day compared to sailing onto Southampton or Le Harve. Interestingly First Great Western’s high speed trains still take over 3 hours to get to London.


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Adrian D. Smith said:

This distinguished pub has survived the Blitz and 1960's redevelopment. Far from being intimidated by the skyscrapers that surround it, the Albert stands proud against its bland neighbours. It was built in 1864, on the site of a pub called the Bluecoat Boy, and was named in honour of Queen Victoria's husband, the Prince Consort. The large ground-floor bar is smart, comfortable and bright; the huge etched and cut glass windows allow the daylight to flood in. Other classic Victorian pub features include a heavy, highly polished mahogany bar counter which is topped with a period clock. An ornate staircase leads to the restaurant. On the walls hang portraits of British Prime Ministers, from Salisbury, to an autographed one of Tony Blair. Mrs Thatcher unveiled her own. Members of Parliament often dine here and for their convenience a division bell is installed.


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Adrian D. Smith said:

The British Telecom Communication Tower in London's West End was the first purpose-built tower to transmit high frequency radio waves, and it serves as a functional telecommunications centre designed to relay broadcast, Internet and telephone information around the world. Curious fact! Despite the BT Tower being one of most recognisable and conspicuous buildings in London, it was classed as an 'OFFICIAL SECRET' until fairly recently, and taking or possessing photos of the BT/Post Office Tower was technically an offence under the Official Secrets Act! This rather begs the question: why wasn't the BBC locked up for broadcasting live Christmas Day programmes there in the 1970’s?! In line with its 'secret' status, this 620ft (189m) London landmark was also omitted from all Ordnance Survey maps until the mid 1990s.


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Adrian D. Smith said:

Free entry to the National Maritime Museum, Queens House and the Royal Observatory. The Royal Observatory is the home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and the Prime Meridian line, is one of the most important historic scientific sites in the world. It was founded by Charles II in 1675 and is, by international decree, the official starting point for each new day, year and millennium (at the stroke of midnight GMT as measured from the Prime Meridian).


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Adrian D. Smith said:

HMS President is a Royal Naval Reserve Ship located at this stunning position just downstream of Tower Bridge and overlooking the entrance to St Katharine's Dock, HMS President occupies one of the most coveted positions in the heart of London. This is enhanced by a purpose built jetty, which provides moorings for the unit's boats. With over 370 officers and ratings it is one of the largest RNR’s in the country and attracts people from not only the City but also the surrounding area, with members of the ship's company working up to 50 miles away.


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Adrian D. Smith said:

The original Midland Grand Hotel completed in 1876, fronts St Pancras station is now a Grade 1 listed building. When the hotel closed in 1935 it became know as St Pancras Chambers and was used as offices for many years. Fire legislation forced it closure in 1980. Extensive restoration work is now turning the derelict hotel into The Renaissance St Pancras Hotel (5*) with 244 bedrooms, 2 restaurants, 2 bars, a health and leisure centre, a ballroom, 20 meeting and function rooms, and 67 private apartments and penthouses. A 2-bedroom Flat/Apartment is on the market for a cool £1,700,000 (2,161,861€) as of May 2008


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Adrian D. Smith said:

It is called the west gate to the Rheingau. In 1211 is the first record of Lorchhausen and it remained independent with its own council until 1971 when voluntarily merged with Lorch. In its 50 acres (20 hectare) vineyards grow the Riesling and Pinot Noir grapes, typical for this Rheingau wine region. +++ [Shutter 1/320 @ f7.1. ISO 100. Lens 67 mm]


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