hordeofduck
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Nature and heritage. And probably churches. And possibly ducks. And maybe almost certainly gooses.
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Woke up at 6.30 and realised forgot to put bin out. Cue mad dash to find clothes, get bin to bottom of drive. Phew. Thankfully bin men were late today. They’re often here at 6am. #smallwins
February 6, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Woke up at 6.30 and realised forgot to put bin out. Cue mad dash to find clothes, get bin to bottom of drive. Phew. Thankfully bin men were late today. They’re often here at 6am. #smallwins
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No idea why these didn't take off...I mean, less laundry, no unsightly shirt tails hanging out, higher singing voice every time you raise your arms...
February 5, 2026 at 9:08 AM
No idea why these didn't take off...I mean, less laundry, no unsightly shirt tails hanging out, higher singing voice every time you raise your arms...
Hmm been trying to find a way around paying Norfolk record office £20 for a single will. Seems far too expensive but stuck in my research with out it. Thankfully found loads of Suffolk ones already available. But Norfolk is harder. #genealogy
January 29, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Hmm been trying to find a way around paying Norfolk record office £20 for a single will. Seems far too expensive but stuck in my research with out it. Thankfully found loads of Suffolk ones already available. But Norfolk is harder. #genealogy
I noticed this story a few days ago. It made me giggle A LOT.
Nice bit of nominative determinism in this story of wanton environmental damage.
www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/2580623...
www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/2580623...
January 29, 2026 at 9:42 AM
I noticed this story a few days ago. It made me giggle A LOT.
Flying trip to Newark this afternoon. Always intrigues me as a place. Amazing old buildings round every corner. But equally a bit down in the dumps in places. Still love it.
January 24, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Flying trip to Newark this afternoon. Always intrigues me as a place. Amazing old buildings round every corner. But equally a bit down in the dumps in places. Still love it.
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January 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Just looking at a copy of the Illustrated London News from 1951 and came across this advert. I’m not sure the name ‘Old Bleach’ is one I would equate with fine fabrics.
January 22, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Just looking at a copy of the Illustrated London News from 1951 and came across this advert. I’m not sure the name ‘Old Bleach’ is one I would equate with fine fabrics.
It’s amazing how you can start the day feeling bright and optimistic and within 10 mins of stepping outside I’ve broken nail and drenched myself in abt a bucket load of stagnant water. And now I’ve trampled mud into the house. Can I start the day again please?
January 21, 2026 at 8:48 AM
It’s amazing how you can start the day feeling bright and optimistic and within 10 mins of stepping outside I’ve broken nail and drenched myself in abt a bucket load of stagnant water. And now I’ve trampled mud into the house. Can I start the day again please?
Why is it when your house is full of so many boxes, you still can’t find one the right size for your latest eBay sale? #firstworldproblems
January 18, 2026 at 8:58 PM
Why is it when your house is full of so many boxes, you still can’t find one the right size for your latest eBay sale? #firstworldproblems
Well I have to say the genealogy really is a pointless hobby, I know, but so fun. I love the jigsaw puzzle it is, like a detective story. Have to be careful not to spend too much. Norfolk record office I do wish your copying fees weren’t so high.
January 18, 2026 at 10:22 AM
Well I have to say the genealogy really is a pointless hobby, I know, but so fun. I love the jigsaw puzzle it is, like a detective story. Have to be careful not to spend too much. Norfolk record office I do wish your copying fees weren’t so high.
So much for squirrel proof feeders. Mr Squirrel is still way too smart. Damn him!
January 8, 2026 at 1:28 PM
So much for squirrel proof feeders. Mr Squirrel is still way too smart. Damn him!
I found this in a 1920s book owned by my grandfather, being used as a bookmark. Such a beautiful little note. William Pile was a bookshop, stationer and printer in Sutton. It’s a sorry you were out and we couldn’t deliver note.
January 6, 2026 at 7:55 PM
I found this in a 1920s book owned by my grandfather, being used as a bookmark. Such a beautiful little note. William Pile was a bookshop, stationer and printer in Sutton. It’s a sorry you were out and we couldn’t deliver note.
Had a friend round today. We spent the afternoon with my grandma’s sewing machine, working out how to get it operational. Vague memories of being taught how to use it as a child came back to me as we worked on it. Great bit of kit. #sewing
January 1, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Had a friend round today. We spent the afternoon with my grandma’s sewing machine, working out how to get it operational. Vague memories of being taught how to use it as a child came back to me as we worked on it. Great bit of kit. #sewing
A quick stop at St Lawrence Church, Bovingdon today to see the family graves. It was largely rebuilt in the C19th but the tower is medieval.
December 31, 2025 at 3:05 PM
A quick stop at St Lawrence Church, Bovingdon today to see the family graves. It was largely rebuilt in the C19th but the tower is medieval.
Winter sun through the trees. Bit nippy out there today for our Boxing Day walk along the Grantham Canal
December 26, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Winter sun through the trees. Bit nippy out there today for our Boxing Day walk along the Grantham Canal
The church of St Margaret, Owthorpe, Nottinghamshire. A strange looking church, medieval in origin but heavily rebuilt in the C17th. Beautifully situated down a long footpath from the village in the middle of a field.
December 26, 2025 at 11:45 AM
The church of St Margaret, Owthorpe, Nottinghamshire. A strange looking church, medieval in origin but heavily rebuilt in the C17th. Beautifully situated down a long footpath from the village in the middle of a field.
Reindeer and polar bear outside Loughborough town hall, spotted on the way back from an excellent nine lessons and carols at All Saints. One of my favourite parts of Christmas.
December 21, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Reindeer and polar bear outside Loughborough town hall, spotted on the way back from an excellent nine lessons and carols at All Saints. One of my favourite parts of Christmas.
Today’s clearance find from mum and dad’s house is a large unused bolt of this cloth. Mum used it to make the lounge curtains. I always hated it. I would guess it maybe early 80s.
December 17, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Today’s clearance find from mum and dad’s house is a large unused bolt of this cloth. Mum used it to make the lounge curtains. I always hated it. I would guess it maybe early 80s.
Went to the funeral today of a beloved elderly relative. And then all the way home we were subjected to the most beautiful sunset. (Picture taken through car windscreen). Will miss you Marge.
December 16, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Went to the funeral today of a beloved elderly relative. And then all the way home we were subjected to the most beautiful sunset. (Picture taken through car windscreen). Will miss you Marge.
All Saints Rotherby looking beautiful in the sunshine this afternoon. Apparently you can go champing here if you’re looking for somewhere to stay.
December 14, 2025 at 10:16 PM
All Saints Rotherby looking beautiful in the sunshine this afternoon. Apparently you can go champing here if you’re looking for somewhere to stay.
In other news, I’m told that my mother in law has already purchased my Christmas presents and has picked out a couple of ‘strange’ things for me. This. Does. Not. Bode. Well. She once bought me a jigsaw of a 1920s Radio Times cover. (Yes it’s the thought that counts and I am grateful)
December 11, 2025 at 9:11 PM
In other news, I’m told that my mother in law has already purchased my Christmas presents and has picked out a couple of ‘strange’ things for me. This. Does. Not. Bode. Well. She once bought me a jigsaw of a 1920s Radio Times cover. (Yes it’s the thought that counts and I am grateful)
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🧵 Is it a super flu year? Who knows, but I think the current reporting is stupid.
A pissed off thread using data.
Firstly - here are today's headlines and some from the last 3 years... spot the difference. 1/10
A pissed off thread using data.
Firstly - here are today's headlines and some from the last 3 years... spot the difference. 1/10
December 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM
🧵 Is it a super flu year? Who knows, but I think the current reporting is stupid.
A pissed off thread using data.
Firstly - here are today's headlines and some from the last 3 years... spot the difference. 1/10
A pissed off thread using data.
Firstly - here are today's headlines and some from the last 3 years... spot the difference. 1/10