Is there a more picturesque village than Corfe Castle? Rising up to either side of the castle the chalk ridge of the Purbecks cuts across the peninsula leaving the castle effectively at the gateway to the Isle of Purbeck. Due to its prominent location within Read More …
Probably one of the most photographed ruined castles in the south of England. Sat midway along the chalk ridge known as the Purbecks the castle dominates the skyline and can be seen for miles around. Located within walking distance of one of the more regular Read More …
In common with other species of Broomrape the roots penetrates the host’s tissue and draws nutrients from it. With no need for chlorophyll the Broomrape lacks green pigment and the leaves have been reduced to withered brown scales. Key features that help to separate Carrot Read More …
Corfe Castle at night. I was hoping it’d be dark enough for a good view of the Milky Way but with a waxing gibbous moon (the phase between the first quarter and the full moon) it just wasn’t dark enough. However, plenty of stars to be Read More …