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Gezien in het RMO in Leiden op 26 oktober 2011.

At first sight this seems a normal English (Cheshire) landscape in the southern Pennines but, as in all English landscapes, there are mysteries and stories to tell for those so interested.
It is that hillock in the centre and the skyline at the right which raise the eyebrows. First the hillock, is it natural or man-made because at its summit stands Cleulow Cross, presently well hidden by the trees and on inaccessible private land. There is concensus that it dates from the late 900's when this was part of the kingdom of Mercia and is called a Mercian Cross once topped by a cross long vanished. By why go to such trouble to bring it just here and erect it so firmly that it still stands 1000 years later. Off picture at the left is what is today a minor country lane but was, until the 1760's the main road between the towns of Macclesfield and Leek. So, some say, it was a waymarker. But it is well off the road and there is a far more prominent skyline further off picture to the left where it could be seen from a greater distance. Other say it was a boundary marker for the major parish of Prestbury. But why place it just here when the actual boundary is the River Dane down in its valley a mile and a half beyond. Surely a boundary marker would be better placed where the road crossed the river not up here on a remote hillside? Of course there is an explanation and those who erected it knew just why - but they have left nothing to tell us !!!
Now that skyline at the right. It is known as The Minns and is a ridgetop with outstanding views. The steep slope at this side drops down to the village of Wincle and so is called Wincle Minn, On the other side it drops down to Bosley - Bosley MInn. Why "Minn"? Apparently it stems from the old Welsh word "minid" meaning mountain and is from the Primitive Welsh "mᴔnïđ" itself a curiosity - a folk memory from the time before visiting Anglo-Saxon warbands imposed their language on the local population? However, along its ridge are a series of standing stones said to prehistoric (Bronze Age?) There is no suggestion as their meaning (or even if they are prehistoric and not just leaning gateposts!!) but they are a such a commanding position they could have had meaning in their day and there are indeed other real prehistoric sites around here.
As I say, our English landscapes are not just enjoyable views but often head-scratchers as well.

Vestmannaeyjar (the Westman Islands) is an archipelago of 15 islands and around 30 sea stacks located off the south coast of Iceland. The only permanently inhabited island is Heimaey, which is home to the town of Vestmannaeyjabær. The islands were formed by volcanic activity along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and have been inhabited since the Settlement Age. In 1973, the eruption of Eldfell buried part of Heimaey under lava and ash, leading to the evacuation of the island's population. Today, Vestmannaeyjar is an important fishing community and is known for its volcanic geology, large seabird colonies, and maritime history.

Vestmannaeyjar (the Westman Islands) is an archipelago of 15 islands and around 30 sea stacks located off the south coast of Iceland. The only permanently inhabited island is Heimaey, which is home to the town of Vestmannaeyjabær. The islands were formed by volcanic activity along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and have been inhabited since the Settlement Age. In 1973, the eruption of Eldfell buried part of Heimaey under lava and ash, leading to the evacuation of the island's population. Today, Vestmannaeyjar is an important fishing community and is known for its volcanic geology, large seabird colonies, and maritime history.

Vestmannaeyjar (the Westman Islands) is an archipelago of 15 islands and around 30 sea stacks located off the south coast of Iceland. The only permanently inhabited island is Heimaey, which is home to the town of Vestmannaeyjabær. The islands were formed by volcanic activity along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and have been inhabited since the Settlement Age. In 1973, the eruption of Eldfell buried part of Heimaey under lava and ash, leading to the evacuation of the island's population. Today, Vestmannaeyjar is an important fishing community and is known for its volcanic geology, large seabird colonies, and maritime history.

Vestmannaeyjar (the Westman Islands) is an archipelago of 15 islands and around 30 sea stacks located off the south coast of Iceland. The only permanently inhabited island is Heimaey, which is home to the town of Vestmannaeyjabær. The islands were formed by volcanic activity along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and have been inhabited since the Settlement Age. In 1973, the eruption of Eldfell buried part of Heimaey under lava and ash, leading to the evacuation of the island's population. Today, Vestmannaeyjar is an important fishing community and is known for its volcanic geology, large seabird colonies, and maritime history.

Never Play With Guns - -
Somerset Armed Forces Day 2026, transforming Taunton’s Vivary Park into a hub of celebration and community appreciation.

Teaching children about the dangers of guns is a complex subject, particularly within the UK where firearm access is strictly limited compared to other nations.

The Pros

Accident Prevention: The foremost benefit is safety. Educating children to never touch a firearm and to immediately alert an adult if they encounter one can prevent tragic accidents if they come across an illegally held weapon or a legally owned sporting gun.

Demystification: Shielding children entirely can sometimes breed curiosity. Open, age-appropriate discussion removes the "forbidden fruit" appeal, making them less likely to secretly investigate a weapon out of fascination.

Media Literacy: Children are frequently exposed to heavily romanticised or unrealistic gun violence in video games, television, and films. Teaching the real-world consequences helps them distinguish between digital entertainment and lethal reality.

Emergency Preparedness: Much like fire safety drills or "stranger danger" discussions, equipping children with a clear action plan instils confidence and prepares them to handle an unexpected, high-risk situation responsibly.

The Cons

Risk of Generating Anxiety: For younger or more sensitive children, introducing the concept of lethal weapons can cause unnecessary fear, anxiety, or a false impression that their immediate environment is unsafe.

Piquing Curiosity: Paradoxically, raising the topic can sometimes backfire. For certain personality types, drawing attention to a taboo or dangerous object can unintentionally stimulate a desire to seek it out or experiment with it.

Contextual Irrelevance: Given the UK’s exceptionally stringent gun control laws, the statistical likelihood of an average British child encountering an unsecured firearm is incredibly low. Some argue that curriculum time is better spent on more prevalent safety risks, such as water, road, or online safety.

Difficulty in Striking the Right Balance: Designing a curriculum that effectively warns children without glorifying the mechanics of weaponry or causing undue panic is incredibly difficult, and poorly delivered lessons can do more harm than good.

Taunton, Somerset, UK.

Acropolis

Acropolis

Casa Nicolau, Pal poble, La Massana, Vall nord, Andorra, Pyrenees - (c) Lutz Meyer

More Pal, La Massana parroquia, Andorra, Pyrenees: Follow the group links at right side.
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We offer 200.000+ photos of Andorra and North of Spain. 20.000+ visable here at Flickr. Its the largest professional image catalog of Andorra: all regions, all cities and villages, all times, all seasons, all weather(s). Consistent for additional advanced programming. For smartphones and web-db. REAL TIME!

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Casa Nicolau, Pal poble, La Massana, Vall nord, Andorra, Pyrenees - (c) Lutz Meyer

More Pal, La Massana parroquia, Andorra, Pyrenees: Follow the group links at right side.
.......

About this image:
* Medium format 4x3 high quality image
* Usage: Large format prints optional
* Motive is suitable as symbol pic
* "Andorra authentic" edition (20 years 2004-2025)
* "Andorra camis & rutes" active collection
* Advanced metadata functionality on dynamic websites or apps -
* for large metadata-controlled business collections: photo-archives, travel agencies, tourism editiorials

We offer 200.000+ photos of Andorra and North of Spain. 20.000+ visable here at Flickr. Its the largest professional image catalog of Andorra: all regions, all cities and villages, all times, all seasons, all weather(s). Consistent for additional advanced programming. For smartphones and web-db. REAL TIME!

It's based on GeoCoded stock-photo images and metadata with 4-5 languages. Prepared for easy systematic organising of large image portfolios with advanced online / print-publishing as "Culture-GIS" (Geographic Info System).

More information about usage, tips, how-to, conditions: www.flickr.com/people/lutzmeyer/. Get quality, data consistency, stable organisation and PR environments: Professional stockphotos for exciting stories - docu, tales, mystic.

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Pal poble, La Massana, Vall nord, Andorra, Pyrenees - (c) Lutz Meyer

More Pal, La Massana parroquia, Andorra, Pyrenees: Follow the group links at right side.
.......

About this image:
* Medium format 4x3 high quality image
* Usage: Large format prints optional
* Motive is suitable as symbol pic
* "Andorra authentic" edition (20 years 2004-2025)
* "Andorra camis & rutes" active collection
* Advanced metadata functionality on dynamic websites or apps -
* for large metadata-controlled business collections: photo-archives, travel agencies, tourism editiorials

We offer 200.000+ photos of Andorra and North of Spain. 20.000+ visable here at Flickr. Its the largest professional image catalog of Andorra: all regions, all cities and villages, all times, all seasons, all weather(s). Consistent for additional advanced programming. For smartphones and web-db. REAL TIME!

It's based on GeoCoded stock-photo images and metadata with 4-5 languages. Prepared for easy systematic organising of large image portfolios with advanced online / print-publishing as "Culture-GIS" (Geographic Info System).

More information about usage, tips, how-to, conditions: www.flickr.com/people/lutzmeyer/. Get quality, data consistency, stable organisation and PR environments: Professional stockphotos for exciting stories - docu, tales, mystic.

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Holtsbryggja (Holt Pier) is a historic wooden pier on the southern shore of Önundarfjörður, near the village of Flateyri. Built to serve the former farming community at Holt, the pier played an important role in local fishing and the transport of people and goods across the fjord before modern road connections were established. Today, the pier extends into the shallow waters beside Holtsfjara beach