Not a good day

... for the seagull we found with a broken leg in our garden. The vet could only do one thing as the break was so bad.

So sad. We hope it wasn't one of our 'pets'.

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Taking over

Wild flower spotting today while out an about on a derelict area behind a pub. The white clover stood out amongst the yellow vetch.

I don't think there is a yellow vetch flower fairy. At least I can't find one in my book or on the web.

The vetch had grown in every crevice of the flagged area.

Also amongst the undergrowth were these delicate purply flowers which I couldn't identify.

It's sad to see derelict buildings and unkempt areas but on the other hand it's lovely to see nature taking over.

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The old cinema

The old Regent cinema is an imposing, but run down, building situated close to Blackpool centre. In the late 60s it became a Bingo Hall then later on a Snooker Hall.

Now it is a Vintage Emporium. We ventured up the stairs to the circle to view more stalls and saw the 'remains' of the cinema.

What a sorry state.

Paint peeling, rotting seats, ceilings down, steps strewn with debris.

Upstairs were more stalls bringing a splash of welcoming colour.

We debated buying this teapot set but on closer inspection the handle of the teapot had been glued back on and there was a serious crack in the bottom of the hot water pot so we didn't bother.

I hope someone will be bothered in the future to restore this building to its former glory. It's so sad when buildings get into disrepair and there is not enough money to renovate properly.

There is more information about the building here and below. Click on the 'show more' under the video for a more detailed story.

This is the only picture I could find of the cinema as it was originally.

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Can you see?

Can you see Morecambe in the distance and snow on the hills?

Look the other way. Can you see Heysham village?

Can you see the clear water?

Can you see the seagull?

Can you see the old church of St. Peter's? You can read more about it here because I've walked this way before.

Can you see the wonderful view behind the ruins?

Can you see the Observation Tower I visited earlier on this week? (It's not clear at all in the picture.) I did through my binoculars. It appeared to be under the sloping crane in the distance.

Can you see the the beginnings of spring?

And the yellow primrose? At least I think it's a primrose.

It's very difficult not to see lovely little cottages in the village.

We saw it all on a warm sunny day when visiting a friend who lives in the area.

I'll be beside myself with glee

It was a beautiful day yesterday so I went to say 'hello' to the sea again.

The promenade was packed with people walking dogs, cycling, strolling, fishing and just lazing.

It doesn't look busy as most people were on the walkway not the beach.

I walked back along the beach admiring the views and the water.

It was a lovely, clear, warm and sunny day. Breathe in!

So just let me be beside the seaside

Only a short walk today from the pub, where we had lunch, through Heysham Village to St. Peter's Church on the cliff. (Thank you to whoever took the video which I found on Youtube.)

The churchyard is on the cliff looking out to the bay.

It was one of the highest tides today.

These appear to be sandstone coffins for very little people!

Here's some more information.

 We liked the inscription on this gravestone.

POET, PHILOSOPHER

&

 FAILURE

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Where the brass bands play:

Tiddely-om-pom-pom!

I couldn't find a brass band, just this fairground organ ...

... with monkeys, rabbits, cats and badgers.

The promenade is now open after a long time closed for a complete re-vamp. Now what are all these people looking at?

It's the Comedy Carpet, a project created by Gordon Young. 

This is a favourite song.

Always look on the bright side of life!

I said 'hello' to the sea for you.

Oh I do like to stroll along the prom, prom, prom

It must be a holiday - another walk along the prom (or rather the shore).

The tide was coming in

as we watched from the shoreline.

DH and DB studied the erosion

of the mud!

I studied the shells - thousands of them.

Is it Frock Thursday?

I managed to take a picture of the high speed train at the first shot.

Happiness is ...

... going out with friends and 

... receiving a bunch of flowers from DB

just because!