Rod Collins

Louth Sculptures ~ Meridian Line Man
A photograph of the excellent sculpture in Louth, Lincolnshire, and a few other too
Pictures of the Week again . . . a couple of dog related ones as well
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Where is Colonel Gaddafi Hiding Out ?
A question on many people’s lips, if it’s on yours then you’ve come to the right place because, strictly entre nous of course, not only do I know where he is but in my capacity of King of Wybers Wood I’ve just met him
Travels with My Hat Vol VII
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What Does a Field Vole or Short-Tailed Vole Look Like ?
The other day I was fortunate enough to see something I’ve never seen before and I even managed to get a photograph of it - it’s a lovely little creature
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Scartho Road Cemetery in Grimsby Lincolnshire
Some research into the history, some original photographs and a small insight into a strong personal connection which makes it bizarre that it was my first visit !
For those regulars who may be uninterested in most of it the personal twist is at the bottom after the military grave.
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Norman House in Lincoln or Aaron the Jews House
A look at the old and very special building which has sat on the corner of Steep Hill and Christ’s Hospital Terrace in Lincoln for over 800 years !
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Why Did I See the Moon During the Day ?
I’m quite possibly the world’s most ignorant person when it comes to matters of astronomy - my knowledge is limited to having read Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History in Time hence this dumb question . . .
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Baumber in Lincolnshire
A delve into the history of Baumber church and the village itself
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Lincolnshire Life Through a Lens
A few random shots which caught my eye this last week - hope you like them
A Week in Pictures
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Ludborough in Lincolnshire
A look into the history of the village, its Roman past and the church of St Mary’s . . .
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Another Milestone Reached
I wrote the other month about breaking the 3 million hits a month and yesterday I noticed another little milestone for the site . . .
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Graffiti in Grimsby
A photographic tour of the finest street art and graffiti in Grimsby, Lincolnshire
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Artist Wanted & Suggestions for Artwork and a Logo Sought
Here’s a call out to everybody who visits the site - I’ve a little project in mind but being completely devoid of any artistic skill in the artwork area I find, unusually, that I cannot do something for myself - I need help
I’m also asking everybody for suggestions . . .
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The Best Tea in the World
Who makes the finest tea in the world and the tricks and secrets to making the perfect English Cup of Tea !
Share your tips and secrets on how to make the perfect cuppa . . .
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The History of the Humber Bridge
A look into the design, building and background of the hugely impressive bridge which spans the River Humber and connects Lincolnshire to Yorkshire
Complete with original photographs
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What Makes People Loot ?
Why is it people suddenly take to the street and become looters, we’re hearing a lot of social garbage at the moment - I think the answers pretty simple . . .
Winners & Losers folks - plus a photo of your host and a lingerie clad girl in Lincoln . . .
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References to the Grimsby & Cleethorpes Area in TV, Films & Books etc
An mention of Immingham in a book I’m currently reading got me to thinking about literary, and on-screen mentions of towns in the immediate vicinity
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Michaelgate in Lincoln
An ancient area, as old as the town itself, in the City of Lincoln in Lincolnshire, here’s a look at it with a couple of nice photographs as well . . .
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Lincolnshire Sunrises
A great Lincolnshire sunrise is quite something to see and, in my outrageously biased opinion, is the equal of any sunrise anywhere !
A very early start this morning saw me ‘Chasing the Light ‘ and subsequently feeling poetical . . .
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World War 2 Submarines Made in Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire is generally thought of as RAF territory during the wartime years, we’re not known as ‘Bomber County’ for nothing but how many people associate Lincolnshire with specialist submarines - here’s a fascinating and heroic tale. . .
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Len Deighton’s Game, Set & Match on DVD
I want it and I want it now ! OK hissy fit over, well nearly, where can I buy a proper copy of the TV series Game, Set and Match featuring Bernie Samson ?
I don’t ask for much, TV wise, which is just as well as I don’t get anything but I want this and am starting a petition to get it . . .
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