A grand day out

Grandad drove the Mallard, that must make you feel very proud.:gnthb::gnthb:
Just for you here is a picture of the name plate..
robert

 

Thankyou!

 

Wonderful views capney:gnthb:...Our trip is still on the cards!

 

Another part day out today, again to the NRM to see the Duchess of Hamilton.
If you like Art Deco then these pictures are for you.
If you are into steam engines these pictures are for you.
I am putting together a little video to attach to this post as part of a follow up
enjoy
robert

 

Some great pics Robert, the North York Moors are beautiful paticularly on a sunny day.:gnthb:.

 

Brilliant photos Robert.Fantastic shots of the North York Moors and also of the trains which are one of my favourite subjects.Your photos are some of the best I have seen on here and many Thanks for sharing them with us and look forward to seeing some more of the places you visit:gnthb:

 

Many thanks for the kind comments Kandyfloss, they make the postings all worth while.:gnthb:
I have put together a short video of the duchess as well and at this time Im just waiting for u tube to finish processing it. I hope you will like it
robert

 

As promished I have put together a short video with some historical commentory.
You can find it via this link
http://www.gardenerscorner.co.uk/forum/showthread.php/roberts-videos-19654p2.html
robert

 

Its been awhile since I have posted a Grand day out.
Today is the day.
The morning dawned bright and clear, so a picnic was put together and off we headed to the Fewston / Swinsty reserviors with miles of walks prepared and maintained by Yorkshire water (Bless em)
On our return I plan to pop into Darly mill to see how the restoration of the large water wheel that used to power the mill is progressing.
Please injoy my 18 pictures of our grand day out.
robert
On arrival we see the res level running slightly low but nothing to worry about this time of year.


Commenced our stroll along a nicely maintened path with cool air fresh air and dappled sunlight


Not a lot of flowers around for this busy bee to work on


Plenty of seats to rest those bones on




A view across the reservior


And again


Beech trees are enjoying the weather


Back to the car park ( Note for the photographers) This picture is 2 stops underexposed to bring out the sky detail and enhance the tree shadows


On arrival at the mill we see the progress on restoration of the water wheel (note to H&S: worker up ladder using mobile)






Not far from completion. maybe on our next visit we shall see it working


The mill itself is one of those places where you can by all the stuff you never knew you needed! Some of the old mill machinery is placed in the displays and presents quite a pleasing atmosphere.








To finished on a gardening note

Hope you enjoyed joining us on our grand day out
robert

 

ohhh capney lovely pics i enjoyed the day out, by i would have a ball in that shop some lovely collectibles, thanks for the tour

 

I've not had a Grand Day Out for a while, so i've enjoyed yours.

 

Brilliant set of photos Caps the Millwrights are doing a fine job.:thumb:

 

I enjoyed it too Capney. :thumb:
Really lovely scenery.

 

Cap, H&S? I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt but he could be holding on to the ladderwith his right hand therefore having three points of contact, but it doesn't look secured at the bottom!:skp:

 

Re note to H&S:
Also check for trip hazards, suspect trestle work and dangerous tools. Absense of first aid kit and safety man also noted.