Mudchute Farm - the countryside in Docklands

Tamworth pig in Docklands! Directly opposite Mudchute DLR on the Isle of Dogs is Mudchute Park and Farm (turn right and cross the road to get to the entrance).At 32 acres it is the largest city farm in London. A great place for kids - and adults. You can wander round this surprisingly leafy area looking at a variety of animals and poultry or just enjoy a pleasant 'country' walk.

Many other suggestions for explorations in the London area and beyond can be found at www.londontuberambles.co.uk

Dutch tall ship passing Greenwich Royal Naval Hospital

I climbed to the top of Observatory Hill  in the teeth of bitterly cold gale  to be rewarded by the sight of the Dutch stall ship Thalassa passing the old Naval College.

Lord Nelson popped out of the Trafalgar Tavern to have a look. Sadly, I had to make do with more prosaic public transport to get home.


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