Dr Paul Rabbitts FRSA
@thebandstandman.bsky.social
Books, bandstands, Black Sabbath, PhD in Public and Urban Parks, postcards, parkitecture, public speaking, music, vinyl, and photography. www.paulrabbitts.co.uk
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Currently 41% off Peoples Parks on Amazon - cheapest I have seen it so far - just in time for Xmas - it is THE book on parks
Currently 41% off Peoples Parks on Amazon - cheapest I have seen it so far - just in time for Xmas - it is THE book on parks
People’s Parks: The Design & Development of Public Parks in Britain: Amazon.co.uk: Hazel Conway,Paul Rabbitts: 9781739822989: Books
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November 7, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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Currently 41% off Peoples Parks on Amazon - cheapest I have seen it so far - just in time for Xmas - it is THE book on parks
Currently 41% off Peoples Parks on Amazon - cheapest I have seen it so far - just in time for Xmas - it is THE book on parks
That’s a wrap on Hemel Hempstead in 50 Buildings - and book no39 I think #architecture #hemelhempstead #hertfordshire
October 5, 2025 at 7:22 PM
That’s a wrap on Hemel Hempstead in 50 Buildings - and book no39 I think #architecture #hemelhempstead #hertfordshire
Graduation this week at UEA as I finally become Dr Parks !!
July 17, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Graduation this week at UEA as I finally become Dr Parks !!
Time to pick this up again and finish it. 64,000 words so tweaking it. Then to find a publisher. So many tales to tell
June 15, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Time to pick this up again and finish it. 64,000 words so tweaking it. Then to find a publisher. So many tales to tell
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Out now!! Cracking wee book too
Out now!! Cracking wee book too
June 14, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Out now!! Cracking wee book too
Out now!! Cracking wee book too
A Visitors Guide to London’s Royal Parks - my copies have arrived - my latest book out now and online @theroyalparks.bsky.social @parksforlondon.org.uk
June 13, 2025 at 3:25 PM
A Visitors Guide to London’s Royal Parks - my copies have arrived - my latest book out now and online @theroyalparks.bsky.social @parksforlondon.org.uk
Celebrating London’s Royal Parks and the amazing buildings and monuments within and can be purchased via the publisher direct. @theroyalparks.bsky.social @postcardslondon.bsky.social @lhbt.bsky.social #london #parks
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London's Royal Parks
London’s Royal Parks are among its most beautiful and beloved spaces: just as much as the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace or St Pancras Station,…
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June 8, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Celebrating London’s Royal Parks and the amazing buildings and monuments within and can be purchased via the publisher direct. @theroyalparks.bsky.social @postcardslondon.bsky.social @lhbt.bsky.social #london #parks
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22 talks delivered this year so far from arts societies to U3As to National Trust Associations to WIs - I will talk to anyone who is prepared to listen to me yakker on about public parks, bandstands, the royal parks, architecture or local history. Halfway through and 21 still to deliver this year!
May 14, 2025 at 5:53 PM
22 talks delivered this year so far from arts societies to U3As to National Trust Associations to WIs - I will talk to anyone who is prepared to listen to me yakker on about public parks, bandstands, the royal parks, architecture or local history. Halfway through and 21 still to deliver this year!
Well on with this now - so many fantastic buildings. Who knew Cornwall had so many town hall buildings too! @thevicsoc.bsky.social @archhfund.org.uk @architecture.bsky.social @royalhistsoc.org
May 11, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Well on with this now - so many fantastic buildings. Who knew Cornwall had so many town hall buildings too! @thevicsoc.bsky.social @archhfund.org.uk @architecture.bsky.social @royalhistsoc.org
The Nelson Trafalgar Monument in Great Yarmouth- some wonderful architecture in this quite inspiring seaside town
April 28, 2025 at 6:31 PM
The Nelson Trafalgar Monument in Great Yarmouth- some wonderful architecture in this quite inspiring seaside town
A day in Regents Park with the Parks Management Association Board looking at how we can support the parks sector now and in the future and those working in it. A cracking day in an outstanding park. Thank you @theroyalparks.bsky.social for hosting us.
April 7, 2025 at 4:16 PM
A day in Regents Park with the Parks Management Association Board looking at how we can support the parks sector now and in the future and those working in it. A cracking day in an outstanding park. Thank you @theroyalparks.bsky.social for hosting us.
Out now a beautiful book that not only tells you the history of the royal parks but all the buildings & monuments within- from bandstands to boulders, fountains to follies, statues to shelters & memorials to monuments. Fabulous photos captured by photographer @peterjeffree.bsky.social #parks #london
London's Royal Parks: Buildings and Monuments: Amazon.co.uk: Paul Rabbitts: 9781036117320: Books
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March 15, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Out now a beautiful book that not only tells you the history of the royal parks but all the buildings & monuments within- from bandstands to boulders, fountains to follies, statues to shelters & memorials to monuments. Fabulous photos captured by photographer @peterjeffree.bsky.social #parks #london
@theroyalparks.bsky.social a beautiful book and my copies have arrived and @peterjeffree.bsky.social your photos are superb. Available at all good bookshops and online too #parks #royalparks @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
March 12, 2025 at 6:18 PM
@theroyalparks.bsky.social a beautiful book and my copies have arrived and @peterjeffree.bsky.social your photos are superb. Available at all good bookshops and online too #parks #royalparks @penandswordbooks.bsky.social
Blue sky and sunshine
March 2, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Blue sky and sunshine
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It’s publication day and it’s now available online and in good bookshops!
It’s publication day and it’s now available online and in good bookshops!
London's Royal Parks: Buildings and Monuments
Buy London's Royal Parks: Buildings and Monuments by Paul Rabbitts (ISBN: 9781036117320) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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February 28, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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It’s publication day and it’s now available online and in good bookshops!
It’s publication day and it’s now available online and in good bookshops!
And I’m off! Book no 40 !! What amazing architecture to explore
February 27, 2025 at 10:23 PM
And I’m off! Book no 40 !! What amazing architecture to explore
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Our first webinar and we have had over 70 book already and it’s free! Not many spaces left #parks #localgovernment
Our first webinar and we have had over 70 book already and it’s free! Not many spaces left #parks #localgovernment
How to influence politicians - making parks count where it really matters!
Learn how to effectively persuade politicians to prioritize parks in your community during our online event!
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February 26, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Our first webinar and we have had over 70 book already and it’s free! Not many spaces left #parks #localgovernment
Our first webinar and we have had over 70 book already and it’s free! Not many spaces left #parks #localgovernment
Parks matter even on a cold winters night
January 11, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Parks matter even on a cold winters night
It’s a bit cold in Linslade today !
January 11, 2025 at 11:33 AM
It’s a bit cold in Linslade today !
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Surveying ground in what wound become Prospect Park, c. 1866. Landscape architects Calvert Vaux and Frederick Law Olmsted are thought to be the two men in the middle of this photo. Construction began in July 1866, and the park opened to the public the next year. #Brooklyn
January 10, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Surveying ground in what wound become Prospect Park, c. 1866. Landscape architects Calvert Vaux and Frederick Law Olmsted are thought to be the two men in the middle of this photo. Construction began in July 1866, and the park opened to the public the next year. #Brooklyn
What a day - finally had my PhD approved and signed off today at UEA! Dr Parks at last….
January 8, 2025 at 10:37 PM
What a day - finally had my PhD approved and signed off today at UEA! Dr Parks at last….
Not every day you meet Uncle Bulgaria at the seat of our government
December 13, 2024 at 8:29 AM
Not every day you meet Uncle Bulgaria at the seat of our government
November 28, 2024 at 2:34 PM
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Bandstand in the Meadows
The bandstand in The Meadows was originally built in the 19th century and was a popular venue for musical performances. It was demolished around 1957.
Thanks to Neil from the Friends of the Meadows and Bruntsfield Links for the image submission (Copyright TSPL)
The bandstand in The Meadows was originally built in the 19th century and was a popular venue for musical performances. It was demolished around 1957.
Thanks to Neil from the Friends of the Meadows and Bruntsfield Links for the image submission (Copyright TSPL)
November 18, 2024 at 12:02 PM
Bandstand in the Meadows
The bandstand in The Meadows was originally built in the 19th century and was a popular venue for musical performances. It was demolished around 1957.
Thanks to Neil from the Friends of the Meadows and Bruntsfield Links for the image submission (Copyright TSPL)
The bandstand in The Meadows was originally built in the 19th century and was a popular venue for musical performances. It was demolished around 1957.
Thanks to Neil from the Friends of the Meadows and Bruntsfield Links for the image submission (Copyright TSPL)
Bye bye X and Twitter and hello Bluesky
November 25, 2024 at 7:41 PM
Bye bye X and Twitter and hello Bluesky