this is mesmerizing

@shonamaclean.bsky.social Luckily I'm blessed with ancestors who approve of the use of a can opener! 😂

A recording of a recent YVBSG talk by Philip Sands on the history of Woodsome Hall near Huddersfield can now be viewed at youtu.be/2PGeqLuA0jg?.... Philip takes us on a virtual tour of the building which has a complicated and fascinating history and has been dendro-dated to 1462.

@lesleydowner.bsky.social Of course I now realise you are actually in Episode 4 of "Civilisations: Rise and Fall"! Thank you, it's always good to see you on TV. (You can still comment on the rest of the programme! 😊)

Can hardly wait to get stuck into BBC TV's "Civilisations: Rise and Fall". I see that all 4 episodes are already available at - www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

A spot of polish for the old 543 Squadron plaque this morning. "Valiant and Vigilant" with a crane to symbolise long flights and an open padlock for the unlocking of knowledge. #avgeek #aviation #RAF #543Squadron

Old friends reunited 🥹

BREAKING: #COP30 ends without a deal to transition away from fossil fuels, halt deforestation, or secure a nature package. Modest steps fall far short of what’s needed after a year above 1.5°C. The work is more urgent than ever – and it must be delivered.

I am not listening to any more football chatter until at least May 2026, so there. #lufc 🙉

Malcolm Root's depiction of a Scammell Scarab "mechanical horse" at work in the late 1940s. Boys of a certain age will recall that popular toy versions were produced by both Budgie and Matchbox! (Image taken from "Malcolm Root's Transport Paintings") #railway #transport #art

If you see this, post your getaway vehicle.

It's always good to see Eco-Schools Wales taking such a lead on BlueSky. It would be nice to see a bit of activity from England too - come on @eco-schools.bsky.social, fingers out please! @keepbritaintidy.bsky.social #EcoSchools #EnvironmentalEducation #Sustainability

This is exactly why pilots do a ‘walk around’ prior to flying. If not, the low tyre pressure on this aircraft (left in picture) would not have been detected. #Safety

If you're feeling a bit low today, why not go down to your local nail bar? 💅 Then just throw open the door and shout "National Crime Agency!" 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ #FunFriday

Well, even I have to admit that heritage diesel locos did come to the rescue in this week's episode of "Steam Train Diaries" as a huge wild-fire ravaged the North York Moors. #NYMR #SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek (All pictures from channel4.com)

It is a month to National Robin Day organised by @songbirdsurvival.bsky.social On that day I do a National Robin Day Birdwatch. It is very similar to RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch, watch birds for a hour but you hope to see a Robin. If you don’t have a garden you can do it in your local park.

Very good timing...just had 2 Great Spotted Woodpeckers visiting the garden. And a solitary Sparrow, which is a rarity for us! Whoopee!! #Happy #FlyDay everyone! 😊

Germany to base Submarine hunters in the UK Germans based in UK - a change from the last 100 years 8 German P-8 Poseidons to be based at RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland and join the 9 RAF aircraft of 120 and 201 Sqns

Buying a kettle in 1990: go to shop. Pick one of the five available kettles. Buying a kettle now: infinite kettles are available. Do you want one that glows? Do you want one that sings lullabies? This one can do your shopping for you! Just keep scrolling. The perfect kettle will appear eventually.

New data show that violence against women remains a global public health crisis. The new Violence Against Women estimates provides the most comprehensive picture yet of intimate partner and non-partner sexual violence https://bit.ly/3K4vCV9 #EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Day

I don't remember posting a picture of the Nursery, so here goes. Was there ever a more spoiled child? #miniatures #dollshouse #dollhouse #nursery #dolls

@shonamaclean.bsky.social I have read a lot of books this year but I'm pleased to say that "Crucible of Secrets" has gone straight to Number 1 in my Top 10. Sadly that comes with no kudos whatsoever and certainly no financial reward. I just thought you ought to know. 🥂 👍

What a delight it was to spend so many years as a Primary School #EcoSchools coordinator and, after I retired, a #GreenFlag assessor. I really miss creating displays that encouraged children's participation in practical #EnvironmentalEducation.

Just having a tidy up of some old #EcoSchools stuff and came across this little gem from over 10 years ago. Not sure where it originated but the message is more relevant than ever. 🌳🌍👍 #EnvironmentalEducation #trees #nature #conservation #wildlife #ClimateChange

BSL GCSE is long awaited. Exam boards must now step forward. #EduSky @djillings.bsky.social @signature.org.uk

Go Team Ellie! 😍

If you want to understand how Ukrainians feel when missiles and drones rain down on our cities: every day is horror, and simply staying alive feels like a gift. You sleep in hallways. Children keep backpacks by the door.👇

French Air Force A400 just passing over. 🇫🇷 It's at an altitude of 25,000 feet and yet it's still louder than my vacuum cleaner. 🔊 😯 #aircraft #avgeek #noise

He that diggeth socking great holes in my plant pots will become but dead meat. 🥩 Thou hast been warned! 😠 🪦

That's the bird table cleaned and stocked ready for the cold snap to come. Magpie was exploring within 2 minutes of me leaving. Now awaiting the arrival of the pesky squirrels and all the neighbourhood cats! 🐦 #birds #birdwatching #wildlife #nature

This morning I played the Brahms Lullaby on ‘Broadcasting House’ on BBC Radio 4. Wishing everyone, everywhere calmer, more peaceful times.

@dieselgeek.bsky.social I was tempted to set you more "Spy School" homework but I see I would have to delve deeply into some very niche areas of aviation to catch you out! 1950s Yugoslavian trainers or the like...? 🤔🤣

Where else could you learn about snakes and reptiles, railway track that 'floats' over a bog, the traditional methods for making oiler pads, and (best of all) 'Tornado'? Has to be Episode 2 of "Steam Train Diaries" of course! TV at its best! 👍 #NYMR #SteamTrainDiaries

Band of Brothers, Episode 7 "The Breaking Point" - probably the best episode of them all but, without doubt, the toughest watch. The final scene with Easy Company resting in the Convent after the gruelling attack on Foy is just so poignant. 🥹 #BandOfBrothers

More than 200 boats and 5,000 people sailed through Belém in a powerful Flotilla of Hope. Indigenous leaders like Marcos Xukuru (Brazil) and Rukka Sombolinggi (Indonesia) reminded the world that real climate solutions are rooted in ancestral knowledge. #COP30 #IndigenousRights

Only one word needed really: Concentration ♥️ #art #painting #therapy #relaxation #concentration #mentalhealth 👩‍🎨

Probably the most iconic steam locomotive in the world pulling into one of the most photographed stations in England. The Flying Scotsman arriving at Goathland #flyingscotsman #goathland

@primaryteachermary.bsky.social And you've also reminded me that you're never too young to learn to read for pleasure! 😊📚 #HappinessIsBookShaped

So basically, folks, all new electricity generating infrastructure will be used to power data centres at the expense of homes, just so I can post comments like "So basically, folks, all new electricity..." 😕

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Food shopping for the coming weekend done and it's wet and miserable outside. So what better than to revisit a classic 1965 edition of 'Aircraft of the World'? Cost me the princely sum of 95 shillings (£4.75 in modern parlance) back in the day! #aircraft #avgeek #aviation

And underneath all that rain, my friends, is the whole of southern UK. In short, 'tis wet today! ☔😩 (Image from @netweather.tv)

Feeling a little shell-shocked this morning after a gruelling re-watch of 'Bastogne', Episode 6 of Band of Brothers, yesterday evening. Trouble is I also know what's coming up in Episode 7. 😟 #BandOfBrothers

Independence Square in Kyiv today. The video begins with the words I ❤️ Ukraine.

@dieselgeek.bsky.social Ho ho ho!

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Last minute support needed to urge Josh Dean MP to vote in support of amendments to the Planning & Infrastructure Bill, protecting sensitive wildlife habitats and our local chalk streams @joshdeanmp.bsky.social action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301