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<p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781594343/" title="Wales - Great Orme"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781594343_622605b337_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Wales - Great Orme" /></a></p> <p>From atop the Great Orme, looking south, the landscape opens into a sweeping vista of coastal Wales — with the shimmering waters of Conwy Bay stretching out below and the distant peaks of Snowdonia rising on the horizon. The grassy headland drops away toward scattered farms and winding lanes, while utility poles and fences trace the human imprint across the rugged terrain. The partly cloudy sky casts shifting light across the hills and sea, creating a dynamic interplay of shadow and sparkle. It’s a view that captures the drama and serenity of North Wales in a single breath.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781686095/" title="Wales - Great Orme"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781686095_8d5aeb307c_m.jpg" width="240" height="84" alt="Wales - Great Orme" /></a></p> <p>This panoramic view from the Great Orme captures the vast sweep of North Wales’s coastal beauty, with dry grassy hills rolling gently toward the shimmering waters of Conwy Bay. A winding road traces the contours of the landscape on the right, while a fence and scattered shrubs mark the rugged terrain to the left. Across the bay, distant mountains rise through a veil of mist, their outlines softened by low clouds and filtered sunlight. The wide sky, streaked with patches of blue and drifting cloud, adds to the sense of openness and quiet grandeur — a moment where land, sea, and sky seem to stretch endlessly in every direction.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781686130/" title="Wales - Conwy"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781686130_a63dc0eee3_m.jpg" width="240" height="180" alt="Wales - Conwy" /></a></p> <p>This striking whitewashed cottage on Castle Street in Conwy bears the date 1589, hinting at centuries of lived history behind its symmetrical gables and slate roof. With traditional sash windows and wrought iron flower boxes, the building exudes timeless charm, standing as a quiet testament to the town’s architectural legacy. Nestled along a pedestrian-friendly stretch, it’s a reminder that Conwy’s heritage isn’t just in its castle walls — it’s etched into the very homes and façades that line its streets.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781594443/" title="Wales - Conwy"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781594443_43462e37d5_m.jpg" width="240" height="180" alt="Wales - Conwy" /></a></p> <p>This exterior view of St. Mary’s Church in Conwy showcases its Gothic architecture, with pointed arch windows, steeply pitched rooflines, and dark stone walls accented by lighter trim. Nestled within a historic churchyard, the scene includes flat gravestones, flower beds, and a wooden bench — all contributing to a peaceful, reflective atmosphere. The clear blue sky and well-kept grounds highlight the church’s enduring presence as both a place of worship and a cultural landmark, deeply rooted in Conwy’s spiritual and architectural heritage.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781356836/" title="Wales - Conwy Bay"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781356836_d605b403dc_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Wales - Conwy Bay" /></a></p> <p>This lively green space sits along the shores of Conwy Bay, where the rhythm of coastal life plays out under a clear blue sky. Families picnic on the grass, dogs roam freely, and benches offer a front-row seat to the gentle beauty of the bay. Behind the open field, rows of red-roofed homes and quiet streets reflect the charm of the seaside town, while the hills rise softly in the distance. It’s a snapshot of North Wales at its most inviting — relaxed, scenic, and deeply rooted in community.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781594483/" title="Wales - Conwy"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781594483_0a4447e408_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Wales - Conwy" /></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781587374/" title="Wales - Conwy"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781587374_e3e486cb36_m.jpg" width="240" height="180" alt="Wales - Conwy" /></a></p> <p>In front of the towering stone walls of Conwy Castle, Mrs Dragonspeed and I paused for a sunny selfie — just the two of us and our trusty travel companions, Muk Muk and Boxer Duck. She held them proudly, their bright colors standing out against the centuries-old grey stone. The Welsh flags fluttered above the battlements, and the whole scene felt like a perfect blend of history, sunshine, and a bit of plush-powered charm.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781686145/" title="Wales - Conwy"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781686145_a4046dd37a_m.jpg" width="240" height="180" alt="Wales - Conwy" /></a></p> <p>Nestled in Conwy, Wales, this Tudor-style house stands as a graceful nod to traditional architecture. With its exposed timber framing, steeply pitched roof, and decorative spire crowning the front-facing gable, it exudes character and charm. The bay window invites light into its cozy interior, while the surrounding stone wall and leafy canopy add to its serene setting. It’s a timeless piece of Conwy’s architectural tapestry — where history lives quietly among the trees.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54780506182/" title="Wales - Conwy Bay"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54780506182_c63527cc40_m.jpg" width="240" height="180" alt="Wales - Conwy Bay" /></a></p> <p>Mrs Dragonspeed stands joyfully on the rocky shore of Conwy Bay, arms outstretched beneath a clear blue sky. The coastline curves gently behind her, with the calm waters of the bay meeting the rugged terrain. In the distance, the Great Orme rises prominently, anchoring the scene with its familiar limestone silhouette. The beach is scattered with seaweed and stones, adding texture to the peaceful coastal setting — a perfect moment of light, landscape, and laughter.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781356771/" title="Wales"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781356771_2aa6c862cf_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Wales" /></a></p> <p>This bilingual road sign reading “Diwedd y gwaharddiadau / End of prohibitions” stands in a leafy rural setting, reflecting Wales’s commitment to preserving and promoting the Welsh language alongside English. Mounted on twin metal poles and framed by dense greenery, the sign marks a transition point on the road — both literally and symbolically — where restrictions lift and the journey continues. Its formal phrasing and abundance of consonants highlight the distinct character of Welsh signage, which adds cultural depth to even the most routine moments of travel.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54780506322/" title="Wales - Conwy"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54780506322_610da1239f_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Wales - Conwy" /></a></p> <p>Built snugly into a rugged stone wall in Wales, this vintage red mailbox features a lively relief of a rider galloping across a stylized landscape. The rider’s red hat pops against the monochrome detailing, framed by ornamental black posts that give the scene a touch of storybook charm. The surrounding stones — irregular and weathered in shades of grey, brown, and beige — ground the mailbox in its rustic setting, making it feel like a timeless part of the wall itself. It’s a quiet celebration of tradition, nestled right into the heart of history.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781356761/" title="Wales - Great Orme"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781356761_9dff72b0ab_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Wales - Great Orme" /></a></p> <p>Tram No. 6 of the Great Orme Tramway makes its steady ascent along the narrow-gauge track, its deep blue and gold exterior gleaming against the grassy hillside. In continuous operation since 1902, the tramway has been carrying passengers for over 120 years, making it one of the oldest cable-hauled street tramways still running. With passengers aboard and a conductor at the front, the tram winds through the rugged terrain of the headland, offering sweeping views of the Irish Sea and distant hills. The sparse vegetation and coastal backdrop lend a timeless charm to this historic journey through one of North Wales’s most scenic landscapes.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781356966/" title="Wales - Conwy"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781356966_925328ecf6_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Wales - Conwy" /></a></p> <p>Castle Street in Conwy, Wales offers one of the most iconic approaches to Conwy Castle. Framed by the ancient archway, the street draws the eye straight to the towering medieval fortification, as if the town itself were built to honour its historic heart. With whitewashed buildings lining the route and the hum of modern life weaving through centuries-old stone, it’s a vivid reminder of how seamlessly past and present coexist in this remarkable Welsh town.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/dragonspeed/">DragonSpeed</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonspeed/54781356851/" title="Wales - Great Orme"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781356851_79d03b395b_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Wales - Great Orme" /></a></p> <p>On the grassy slopes of the Great Orme, a striking white-and-brown sheep darts across the hillside, its mottled coat standing out against the muted tones of the terrain. Enclosed by a wire fence and surrounded by rocky patches and tufts of grass, the scene feels both rugged and intimate — a glimpse of everyday life in this windswept corner of North Wales. The uneven ground and scattered stones hint at the area's long agricultural history, while the sheep’s dynamic posture adds a burst of energy to the overcast landscape. It’s a moment where nature, heritage, and motion converge in quiet harmony.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/cibolojim/">ShutterNut...</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/cibolojim/54780394372/" title="Spain 1937 5 cms Rider on Horseback"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54780394372_3c6ba53dee_m.jpg" width="240" height="240" alt="Spain 1937 5 cms Rider on Horseback" /></a></p> <p>Please be aware... Photos are purely for entertainment. I am no expert. Titles are from recognition - what I was told - or a quick search. Polite comments or corrections are welcome.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/cibolojim/">ShutterNut...</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/cibolojim/54781246131/" title="Canada King George V (1918) 3¢"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781246131_559e9c8907_m.jpg" width="240" height="240" alt="Canada King George V (1918) 3¢" /></a></p> <p>Please be aware... Photos are purely for entertainment. I am no expert. Titles are from recognition - what I was told - or a quick search. Polite comments or corrections are welcome.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/keppetreal/">keppet</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/keppetreal/54781099419/" title="Now go away or I shall taunt you a second time"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781099419_c030fb8e9b_m.jpg" width="240" height="135" alt="Now go away or I shall taunt you a second time" /></a></p> <p>Pembroke Castle as shown here was built in the 12th century by the Norman William Marshall. He built this keep (actually a donjon), dungeon (oubliette) and grand living areas as a show of power to keep the rebellious Welsh in check. Our incredibly excellent tour guide pointed out that the keep had signs of a large stained glass window and a balcony once being present. Pretty fancy for defences. I was clearly thinking that the Normans might be shouting taunts from their balcony...<br /> <br /> Not shown here but there was a staircase that went down from the house to a natural cave- the wine cellar. They are finding signs of human occupancy of the cave dating back 30,000 years. Which is pretty shocking. There were wooly mammoths and wooly rhinos back then.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/seandarcy2/">seandarcy2</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/seandarcy2/54781039105/" title="Stonechat_Z8B2739_178741_Z8B2739"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54781039105_6ab98227ac_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Stonechat_Z8B2739_178741_Z8B2739" /></a></p> <p>This was one of a family of about 6 flitting about in the gorse yesterday morning at sunrise :-)</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/western52/">mike_a_jones90</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/western52/54780807893/" title="Class 08 at Swansea Burrows Sidings"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54780807893_d71486ef98_m.jpg" width="240" height="102" alt="Class 08 at Swansea Burrows Sidings" /></a></p> <p>A class 08 diesel shunter waits between duties at Swansea Burrows Sidings on 12th August 1988. This yard is now disused, and the fine semaphore signals are long gone.</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/zweibl/">zweiblumen</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/zweibl/54780714289/" title="No.4 &#039;Edward Thomas&#039; - preparing for departure"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54780714289_0bf4540bf9_m.jpg" width="240" height="164" alt="No.4 &#039;Edward Thomas&#039; - preparing for departure" /></a></p> <p>Talyllyn Railway, Tywyn Wharf - Gwynedd, Wales.</p>

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