The view from Sunderland's Noble's Quay on the banks of the River Wear in North East England and the first sunset of autumn. Love how at the spring and autumnal equinox the sun sets behind Wearmouth Bridge from this viewpoint. #england #sunderland #equinox #sunset #autumn #landscape #photography

The UK is predicted to see some particularly stunning colours this autumn thanks in part to a prolonged spell of dry summer weather. The equinox occurs today (22 September) at 19:19 BST in the UK. #autumn #fall #equinox #season #uk #landscape #photograph

On the last but one final full day of summer, it rained, then it rained and it rained some more! Remembering the season at its best with this landscape on the South West Coastal Path near Rinsey Head in Cornwall, not far from Helston. #england #cornwall #coast #la #monochrome #photography

The footbridge spanning the River Wear at Cox Green, Sunderland in North East England, captured on the last weekend of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Autumnal hues are already making an appearance. #england #sunderland #summer #autumn #equinox #season #photograohy

As the autumnal equinox approaches, remembering the height of the season on an idyllic summer's day back in July in West Cornwall. A capture from a wander around the extremely picturesque fishing village of Mousehole, home of 'Mowzer'! #england #cornwall #coast #summer #landscape #photography

The sylvan setting of East Gill Force, near Keld in Swaledale, North Yorkshire. It's on Wainwright's Coast to Coast walking route connecting the west and east coasts of Northern England between St Bees and Robin Hood's Bay. #england #yorkshire #waterfall #countryside #photography

I understand, that when this installation by Sean Henry, called 'Couple', was unveiled at Newbiggin-by-the-Sea on the Northumberland Coast of North East England, it was the very first first permanent offshore sculpture in the UK. #england #northumberland #coast #sculpture #photography

Blyth's wooden pier on the North East Coast of Northumberland is open to the public and offers spectacular views of the river and North Sea. Nearby, the closing scenes were filmed of the classic film 'Get Carter' featuring Michael Caine. #england #northumberland #coast #pier #photography

The sun still shining today across the Blue Flag Awarded coastline at Seaburn in North East England. Definitely one of the jewels in the crown of the City of Sunderland, its fine sandy beaches were looking inviting today at low tide. #england #sunderland #coast #summer #landscape #photography

This abandoned farmstead, stands in splendid isolation on the high windswept moors west of Edmundbyers in Co Durham, North East England. Fascinating to think about the logistics of living in such a place, especially in the harsher conditions of winter. #england #abandoned #monochrome #photography

St Mary's Island with its prominent lighthouse, is something of an iconic North East England landmark at Whitley Bay. The island is tidal, so cut off from the mainland at high tide, but reachable once the tide retreats. #england #lighthouse #coast #northeast #landscape #photography

The view looking north on the Durham Heritage Coast at Seaham in North East England – very popular with sea glass collectors. The poet Lord Byron visited here in 1815 when he married Anne Isabella Milbanke at nearby Seaham Hall. #england #durham #coast #landscape #photography

Never had cut sunflowers in the house before. They remind me of the famous painting created by Dutch Post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh. Inspired to capture them with my camera, lit only by the light from a nearby window. #sunflowers #yellow #plants #photography

Rising up above the River Wear and the Old Fulling Mill in late summer sunshine, Durham's magnificent Norman cathedral in North East England, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Of all the viewpoints, this is the 'classic' capture! #england #durham #cathedral #historic #summer #photography #landscape

Into September and the final weeks of summer (autumn this year in the Northern Hemisphere arrives three weeks today on 22 September). This is Derwent Water at Keswick in England's Lake District, where the pleasure steamers are still enjoying brisk business. #summer #england #landscape #photography

Old coal wagons in an overgrown grass covered siding – spotted on a late summer visit to Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, Co Durham in North East England. Loved the pictorial atmospheric air of abandonment (although not truly 'abandoned'). #england #durham #monochrome #abandoned #photography

It being #InsectThursday, here's two for one! A Peacock Butterfly and Hoverfly captured in Hesleden Dene on the Durham Heritage Coast in North East England. #england #durham #insect #butterfly #nature #photography

Embracing my local coastline this morning in the lovely late summer sunshine. Roker Pier and Lighthouse at the mouth of the River Wear in Sunderland, North East England, as we head into the final weeks of the season. #england #sunderland #summer #landscape #coast #seaside #lighthouse #photography

A late summer sunset at Sunderland's Northern Spire Bridge on the River Wear. It will be seven years this week since the bridge officially opened to pedestrians (28 August 2018), before opening to traffic the following day. #england #sunderland #bridge #sunset #landscape #photography

The Cross of Saint Peter tops these gateposts leading in to St Peter's Church in Sunderland, North East England. This church still has its original Saxon tower and west wall dating from its foundation by Benedict Biscop in AD674. #england #sunderland #historic #church #landscape #photography

Families on the quayside in Whitby, North Yorkshire with the youngsters catching crabs. Across on the River Esk, a steady stream of visitors making their way up and down the 199 steps that lead up to St Mary's Church and Whitby Abbey. #england #yorkshire #whitby #summer #landscape #photography

Another view captured from last month's holiday in Cornwall and this is Porthleven, near Helston, on the most idyllic of summer day. The 70ft high clock tower of the Bickford Smith Institute, opened in 1884, is a distinctive local landmark #england #cornwall #coast #summer #landscape #photography

In North East England, Durham's Grade I listed medieval Elvet Bridge, spanning the River Wear in summer sunshine. Originally guarded by a gate and towers, alongside a number of buildings, in addition to the ones pictured in this photograph. #england #durham #historic #unesco #bridge #photograph

Lilburn Tower at Dunstanburgh Castle, on the Northumberland coast in North East England. Beyond lies Embleton Bay and Low Newton by-the-Sea. Construction of the castle, on an outcrop of the Great Whin Sill, began in AD1313. #england #northumberland #coast #landscape #historic #castle #photography

Craster, on the Northumberland Coast, is a bit of a Mecca for connoisseurs of kippers (herring fish that has been cold-smoked). The small pretty fishing village is also a great place for walks along the scenic coastline. #england #northumberland #coast #boats #craster #landscape #photography

A view from the South West Coast Path near Perranuthnoe in West Cornwall, of the iconic St Michael's Mount, captured on the most idyllic of summer afternoons. As happy places go, this must certainly rank as one of my personal happiest! #england #cornwall #coast #nationaltrust #summer

Dolly Pentreath, the last fluent speaker of the Cornish language, lived here in 1777. Lovely Mousehole, near Penzance in West Cornwall, captured looking at its best on a idyllic July summer's day. #engalnd #cornwall #seaside #summer #coast #landscape #photography

An ancient cast iron (I'm guessing) pulley wheel, on the side of a building in Porthleven, Cornwall. Around 30cm in diameter it appears to have always been in this fixed position against the wall. Wondering what its purpose might have been? #cornwall #porthleven #monochrome #object #photography

As far as views from train station car parks go, this is probably the best I've encountered. Porthminster Beach in St Ives, West Cornwall, described as: "A spectacular ½-mile-long sandy beach with a Mediterranean feel." #england #cornwall #coast #seaside #summer #landscape #photography

Mousehole Rock Pool in West Cornwall has been restored since I last visited. Created in the 1960s, the pool has been enjoyed by generations of children. Full marks to the local interest that has resulted in restoring this outdoor seaside attraction. #cornwall #mousehole #coast #summer #photography

A summer afternoon in the fishing village of Mousehole which lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It is the setting for 'The Mousehole Cat' by Antonia Barber, not to mention the unusual-looking 'Stargazy Pie'. #england #cornwall #coast #summer #landscape #photography

In a creek off the Helford River on Cornwall's Lizard Peninsula, sits this former cargo barge named 'Seroma'. A restoration project in progress, the last I read was the vessel might be taking on a new lease of life running local pleasure boat cruises. #cornwall #landscape #boat #summer #photography

Couldn't really visit West Cornwall without grabbing a photograph at St Ives. A mecca for artists (and photographers), where the claim is that there is a special quality of light, given its geographical location and being almost surrounded by the sea. #cornwall #coast #summer #seaside #photography

Dull and damp outside today in North East England, so reminding myself of how lucky to get to enjoy weather like this while on holiday. Picturesque Porthleven, looking positively perfect in the warm summer sunshine near Helston in West Cornwall. #england #cornwall #summer #coast #photography

Jangye-ryn on Cornwall's Lizard Peninsula is also known as 'Dollar Cove', after the ship wrecked in 1669, said to be carrying a large amount of silver. The cove featured as a location in the popular TV adaptation of Poldark. #england #cornwall #coast #seaside #summer #landscape #photography

Taking advantage of a well-placed bench at Maen-du Point in West Cornwall and enjoying the view on a warm July summer's afternoon. Just behind where I'm standing is another bench with arguably an even better vista (watch this space!). #england #cornwall #summer #coast #bench #photography

Godrevy Island in West Cornwall, located at the eastern end of St Ives Bay, a six mile stretch of pristine golden sands. The iconic location is thought to have inspired Virginia Woolf's novel 'To The Lighthouse'. #england #cornwall #summer #coast #lighthouse #photography

Another summer holiday capture, this one at Porth Kidney Sands, where the River Hayle enters St Ives Bay, a stretch of six miles of pristine golden sandy beaches that sweep along the coast between St Ives and Godrevy Island in West Cornwall. #ebgland #cornwall #seaside #coast #photography

In the stillness, broken only by the sound of my camera shutter, St Winwaloe's Church in Church Cove, Cornwall. An ancient place of worship, said to be one of the oldest in Cornwall and is mentioned in the Domesday Book. #england #cornwall #church #interior #photography #historic #ancient

St Michael's Mount, near Penzance in West Cornwall, bathed in warm July sunshine (although if I'm being honest, a little warmer than was comfortable!). A very enjoyable two weeks spent in one of my favourite parts of the UK. #engalnd #cornwall #coast #nationaltrust #summer #penzance #photography

St Paul's Church in Branxton, Northumberland lies close to the Scottish border and this window looks out onto the Battlefield of Flodden. This is the location where the armies of James IV of Scotland and the Earl of Surrey, met on 9th September 1513. #england #northumberland #historic #photography

As the nearby musical festival is about to open its gates, a view of the mystical Glastonbury Tor, which rises above the Somerset Levels and seen in this view from a spot on the edge of the Mendip Hills above the cathedral city of Wells. #england #glastonbury2025 #somerset #landscape #photography

High tide this afternoon on the Durham Heritage Coast at Easington, North East England. Taken from the Durham Coastal Footpath, an 11 mile walking route that's part of the King Charles III England Coast Path (England's longest national trail). #england #durham #coast #summer #landscape #photography

The neo-Georgian Winter Gardens Pavilion at Weston-Super-Mare,Somerset. In the 1960s, Gene Vincent, Cilla Black and Pink Floyd all performed at the venue. David Bowie, Deep Purple, Slade, Mott the Hoople and T. Rex were among those gracing the stage during the 1970s. #england #somerset #photography

Where I live in North East England, sunrise was at 04.26 and sunset will be at 21.47 = 17 hours, 21 minutes of official daylight. The forecast is sunshine and feeling pleasantly warm at 26°C – it could well be the perfect start to the season of summer. #summer #solstice #sunrise #photography

On the final day of the season of spring, a water lily on Pattinson Pond, Washington in North East England. I'd like to think French Impressionist Claude Monet would have liked this spot, knowing his fondness for capturing in oils this attractive plant. #waterlily #monet #flora #photography

The massive fresnel lens array at Souter Lighthouse, on the coast of North East England between South Shields and Sunderland. The first lighthouse in the world to use alternating electric current. Now in the care of the National Trust and open to the public.

Vintage rolling stock in a quiet siding, succumbing to the ravages of time and the elements. A poignant corner of the historic Tanfield Railway, near Gateshead in North East England; a resource for future restoration projects and spare parts. #england #railway #abandoned #monochrome #photography

It's the summer solstice this weekend in the Northern Hemisphere and where I live, on the coast in North East England, temperatures are set to hit a very pleasant 25°C. Kicking off summer with BBQ weather – what's not to like! #england #coast #seaside #sunderland #solstice #landscape #photography

I'm giving a thumbs up to Morpeth's 'Sanderson Arcade' in Northumberland. Definitely a case of nailing it on the head and creating a pleasant and welcoming real shopping environment. #england #northumberland #morpeth #highstreet #shopping #retail #photography