UK ~ St Martin's Church - Canterbury - UNESCO ~

... Pretty church view from the air... postcard nr 3 of Canterbury's most important monuments... this modest St Martin's Church is the cathedral's mother church and the oldest continuously used panish church in the English Speaking World... the church itself has many old Roman bricks and pieces of walls that were reused... at the very center of the church, the remains of a Roman tomb were built right into the structure... there is a large cemetery surrounding the church... a very important early historical site and a place of spiritual significance... a peaceful, tranquil and atmospheric unique building... with once more wonderful Lord of the Rings stamps used👍... Thanks so much Paul!ヽ(•‿•)ノ

Drone project: © Michael Butler
St Martin's was Queen Bertha of Kent's private chapel. She was a Christian princess from a place called Francia. She came to England with her chaplain, Bishop Liudhard. Queen Bertha's husband, Æthelberht of Kent, was not Christian. But he let her practice her faith. He helped her fix up an old Roman-British building around 580 AD to use as a church. 

When Augustine arrived in 597 AD, he used St Martin's as his main base for his mission. He even made it bigger. Later, when Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine's Abbey were built, St Martin's became less famous. 

St Martins is part of the trio which make up the World Heritage site in Canterbury they all  are directly and tangibly associated with the history of the introduction of Christianity to the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms.

Stamps: 

The Lord of the Rings

(Issued 20-03-2026)

UK ~ St Augustine's Abbey - Canterbury - UNESCO ~

... Lovely aerial view of the impressive ancient remains of a great historic abbey with the Canterbury Cathedral towering in the background.... one of the most important and oldest monasteries in medieval England... the Abbey played an important role in the introduction of Christianity throughout England... originally established to convert the Anglo-Saxons, it served as a grand Benedictine monastery and royal burial site for nearly a thousand years before being destroyed by Henry VIII's Suppression of the Monasteries in the 16thC... the museum at St Augustine’s Abbey contains artefacts and stone carvings found at the Abbey during excavations... with wonderful Lord of the Rings stamps to celebrate the25th Anniversary Of “The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring”👍... Thanks a lot Paul! (✿◠‿◠)

St Augustine's Abbey was a Benedictine monastery in Canterbury, Kent, England. 

Founded in AD 598 by St Augustine's a missionary from Rome, baptised the pagan King Ethelbert of Kent, the most powerful Anglo-Saxon monarch and the first to convert to Christianity.

To mark his conversion, Ethelbert gave Augustine land to build this very first monastery in Anglo-Saxon England.

The Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey and St. Martin's Church were declared a UNESCO World Heritage in 1988.

 

Stamps:

The Lord of the Rings 

(Issued 20-03-2026)

UK ~ Portmeirion Village - Gwynedd - Wales ~

... Beautiful view of a little piece of Italy tucked into a coastal hillside of North Wales... a unique Italianate style coastal resort with hotels, cafes, shops, and holiday cottages sitting directly in front of a giant, snow-capped Snowdon... designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis... with lovely letter from the "Urdd Gobaith Cymru" a National Voluntary Youth Organisation... the organisation is promoting the Welsh language through social activities like summer camps and sports events... since 1922 (same day as today, 18 May) they sent messages to young people around the world... with the words 'Wales calling' a message of goodwill"... my letter was translated from Welsh to Dutch or Flemish👍... Thanks a lot Paul!(✿◠‿◠) As asked I waited until today to open the envelope!😉

Urdd Gobaith Cymru is a National Voluntary Youth Organisation with over 55,000 members between the ages of 8 – 25 yrs old. Since 1922, we've provided opportunities through the medium of Welsh for children and young people in Wales to enable them to make positive contributions to their communities.

This year, the Urdd’s Message of Peace and Goodwill focuses on Minority Languages.  Its aim is to educate people around the world about these languages and to encourage them to value, learn, and use them. In doing so, the Message opens up a wider conversation about the role of language in empathy, equality, and our understanding of the world around us.

Cymraeg (Welsh) is the native Celtic language of Wales and is one of the oldest living languages in Europe. Alongside English, it is an official language in Wales and is actively spoken by around 650,000 people.

 

Stamps:

Paddington 

(Issued 05-09-2023)

Aardman Classics 

(Issued 19-10-2022)

UK ~ Levant Mine and Beam Engine - Cornwall - UNESCO ~

...Great view of an example of the iconic and famous clifftop mines along the north coast of Cornwall... located on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean,  the "Tin Coast" surrounded by spectacular sea views... its main attraction is that it has the world's oldest Cornish steam winding engine still working in its original location and the last such engine still in steam in Cornwall... expert volunteer drivers operate the engine and there are daily guided tours of the rest of this fascinating site... it got the nickname "mine under the sea", because tunnels were driven up to 2.5 km from the cliffs under the sea... there is also a visitor centre and a short underground tour... love the wonderful Lord of the Rings stamps💙...Thanks a lot Paul!! (✿◠‿◠)

© Helen Dixon The property is on the site of the former Levant Mine, established in 1820 and closed in 1930, where tin and copper ores were raised. The mine reached a depth of about 600 metres.The surviving beam engine was built c. 1840 by Harvey's of Hayle.

Although most of the plant was sold for scrap the winding engine was purchased and preserved by the Cornish Engine Preservation Society. In 1984 a group of volunteers (affectionately christened the 'Greasy Gang') started a restoration project which led to the engine steaming again in 1993. 

Since 2006, the area has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape.
 

Stamps:

The Lord of the Rings 

(Issued 20-03-2026)

UK ~ Jurassic Coast - Dorset - UNESCO ~

... Fantastic views of one of the most stunning coastlines of Britain... the Jurassic Coast with its dramatic towering fossil-rich cliffs is a walk through time representing 185 million years of earth history...  you can see natural shapes like arches, coves, tall rock pillars, and sea stacks... it  truly lives up to its name and was once the home to prehistoric giants, animals and vegetation across land, sea and sky... gigantic dinosaurs once roamed the Jurassic Coast... other animals including crocodiles, sharks and turtles also lived in the area... you can walk the entire length of the site on the South West Coast Path... and enjoy fossil hunting in many of the beach locations... Thanks a lot Paul!(✿◠‿◠) 

Photo: Bob CroxfordThe Jurassic Coast is found on the coast of southern England, along the English Channel. It stretches for about 155 km from Exmouth in East Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset. 

The name Jurassic Coast comes from the best known of the geological periods found within it, but in fact the Site includes rocks from the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. The different rocks tell a fascinating story from ancient deserts to tropical seas throughout the Mesozoic era, between 250 million and 65 million years ago. 

The Jurassic Coast was added to the World Heritage List in 2001.

 

Stamps:

Christmas

(Issued 04-11-2025)

UNITED KINGDOM ~ Lindisfarne Priory - Holy Island - Northumberland ~

.. Great postcard designed from a stamp... Lindisfarne Priory is one of the most spectacular sights on the island... and has the most incredible history... from the Monks who lived here to the Viking invasions... although the richly decorated priory church is in ruins, the rooms of the Priory can still easily be identified and it's so impressive how much of the building stands today... the rainbow arch is one of the most incredible features and amazingly has survived despite the tower above it collapsing over 200 years ago... the island also offers abundant wildlife and wonderful coastal views... Lindisfarne is only reachable across a causeway at low tide, which makes a visit even more special... with wonderful matching stamps💙 featuring the priory and a Viking artefact stamp celebrating the history and legacy of Viking culture in Britain... Thanks a lot Josep&Assumpta! ♥(ˆ⌣ˆԅ)  

© AJM681/AlarmyStock Photo
Lindisfarne  also known as Holy Island was one of the most important centres of Christianity in Anglo-Saxon England for more than a century.  Irish monks settled here in AD 635 and the monastery became the centre of a major saint’s cult celebrating its bishop, Cuthbert.Then it was abandoned, after the infamous Viking raid of AD 793. 

The ruins you see today are from the early 12th century, when Norman monks from Durham Cathedral founded a new community here. The masterpiece now known as the Lindisfarne Gospels an illuminated manuscript gospel book was created here in the early 8th century. 

After the Norman Conquest in 1066, monks from Durham added the name “Holy Island” when they looked back over the stories of Lindisfarne.

 

Stamps:

Viking Britain 

(Issued 20-02-2024)

Local Motifs - UK from A to Z 

(Issued 13-10-2011)

UK ~ Canterbury Cathedral - Kent - UNESCO ~

... Great view of a spectacular Cathedral... an amazing historic and spiritual landmark... one of the oldest and most famous Christian institute in England... mixture of Romanesque and Perpendicular Gothic architecture... the medieval stained glass windows, carved tombs and shrines make this a special place...  the site of Archbishop Thomas Becket murder... the cathedral has employed over 300 staff that is inclusive of 25 stonemasons and eight stained glass convertors... it is necessary to spend 18,000 pounds on the cathedral daily to keep it safe and beautiful... this is such an important and wonderful house of faith that should be a part of any visit to England... Thanks a lot Paul!¯\_(ツ)_/¯

It is the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion. The cathedral is formally known as the Cathedral and Metropolitical Church of Christ at Canterbury. It was founded in 597 and served as a rich and powerful monastery of Benedictine monks in the 12thC.

The Canterbury was built by the Normans. They used creamy white Caen stone that was imported from France. After the fire in 1070, the cathedral was rebuilt using French limestone imported by William the Conqueror. 

Canterbury’s Cathedral became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988.

Stamp:

Country Definitives N. Ireland 

(Issued 11-08-2022)

UK ~ Moel Cynghorion - Snowdonia National Park - Wales~

... Amazing nature view with the Snowdon Mountain Railway making it's way up to Snowdon peak with Moel Cynghorion in the background... described as one of the most scenic railway journeys in the world... experienced by some 12 million travellers since 1896... with stunning scenery and awe-inspiring views it’s all part of a great day out in North Wales... there's a hiking trail leading to the summit of Moel Cynghorion that is situated on a wide plateau, marked by a pile of stone and offers wonderful views of Snowdon... the southern slopes are gentle, while the northern part is steep... Thanks a lot Paul!【ツ】

Photo: Jeremy Moore
Moel Cynghorion (the Hill of the Councillors) is a mountain in Snowdonia, North Wales. It lies two miles north-west of Snowdon, and forms part of the Moel Eilio Horseshoe walk.

Situated on the west coast of Britain, Snowdonia National park covering 2,130 km2 of diverse landscapes, this National Park is a living, working area, and is home to over 26,000 people. As well as being the largest National Park in Wales, Snowdonia boasts the highest mountain in England and Wales. Snowdonia features nine mountain ranges, fifteen peaks above 915m and 23km of sweeping coastline.

Stamp: 

Definitives - Thistle (Regional Definitives Scotland)

(Issued 11-08-2022)

UK ~ Clare College - Cambridge ~

.... Lovely view of Clare College a beautiful riverside College... Cambridge’s second oldest campus and it boasts nearly 700 years of academic achievement... situated in the very heart of the city, these elegant limestone stone buildings and gardens of Clare extend to both sides of the river forming part of the famed Cambridge "Backs" (the back of the colleges that overlook the River Cam)... it is consistently one of the most popular Cambridge colleges among prospective applicants and home to students from all backgrounds and from all over the world... ...Thanks a lot Josep&Assumpta! ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Clare College is one of the colleges of the University of Cambridge, England. It opened in 1326.  Its first name was University Hall but it was changed to Clare Hall in 1338. This was because Elizabeth de Clare, granddaughter of Edward I, gave money to the college. In 1856 it changed name again to its current one.

Stamp:

Winter greenery

UK ~ Cats in Glasses ~

... 15 funny and cute cats faces😹... all with their own sense of style, personality, and adorable pair of glasses... by artist Hanna Melin an illustrator and a designer, born in Sweden but now lives and works in East London... Melin’s work appears in newspapers, magazines, greeting cards, socks, wrapping paper, in product video advertisements and in the commercial sector... Thanks a lot Ron! ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Design © East End Prints, London

 

Stamp: 

Universal Mail UK postage stamps

(Issued 01-10-2015)

UK ~ Bath - Somerset - UNESCO ~

... Wonderful view of the Great Bath, the highlight of the entire bath complex... the house is a well-preserved Roman site for public bathing located in the heart of the gorgeous ancient city of Bath... the city was founded upon natural hot springs with the steaming water playing a key role throughout its history...  1,170,000 litres of steaming spring water reaching 46 °C still fill the bathing site every single day... the Romans believed that this was the mystical work of the Gods... but the water source, which comes from the King’s Spring, fell as rain water around 10,000 BC... it’s quite astonishing that after 2,000 years, these Roman Baths remain one of the top tourist attractions in England... and one of the finest historic sites in Northern Europe... Thanks a lot Agnieszka! (✿◠‿◠)

The Romans founded the thermal spa city of Bath in AD 60-70 and, over the following 300 years, continued to construct a temple and bathing complex. The Roman Baths were named after the Goddess Minerva Sulis, and Bath was known in Latin as Aquae Sulis. The Roman Baths at Bath continued to be used by the Romans until their withdrawal from Britain in the early 5th-century. 

The baths then fell into disrepair and were ultimately lost to flooding and silting over. It wasn’t until the Victorians explored the site in the late 19C and discovered the hidden Roman Baths that they began excavating. The Victorians continued erecting the stunning buildings surrounding the sacred thermal spa, and today all the architecture on street level around the bathing complex dates from the 19th-century. The grand opening of the Baths was in 1897. 

Bath became a UNESCO WHS site in 1987 and is also one of eleven Great Spa Towns of Europe recognised by UNESCO  in 2021.

Stamp: 

Fauna - Cats 

(Issued 09-06-2022)

UK ~ Blaenavon Industrial Landscape - Wales - UNESCO ~

... Great postcard with an eye catching design... using a strong illustrative style... a testament to the human endeavour of miners and ironworkers of the past... the working people who drove the industrial revolution... Blaenavon WHS site is a mix of industrial landscape and natural beauty... home to one of the best preserved 18thC ironworks in Europe... complete with furnaces, cast houses, a magnificent water balance tower, cupola furnace and ironworkers cottages... including a coal mine, churches, chapels, a school and a workmen’s hall... but the main attraction is the Big Pit with the associated National Coal Museum, which was a working coal mine from the mid-19th to the late 20thC... nowadays, there are interesting underground tours guided by former miners... the complex includes several exhibitions about the mines and the often miserable lives of the miners... all set in a landscape that is also favoured by walkers, cyclists and mountain bikers... Thanks a lot Paul! ❀◕ ‿ ◕❀

Blaenavon is a small, industrial mining town nestled among the Brecon Beacons mountains of South Wales. The hills to the west of the town contain the source of the Afon Lwyd, the main river running through the county borough of Torfaen, South Wales’s easternmost valley.

The name Blaenavon literally means ‘front of the river’ or, loosely, ‘river's source’.

The two key sites of Blaenavon Industrial Landscape (33 km²) are the Blaenavon Ironworks, managed by Cadw, and Big Pit, managed by Amgueddfa Cymru-National Museum Wales.

In 2000, UNESCO inscribed the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape as a World Heritage Site.

Stamp:

Definitives - Daffodil (Wales Regional Issues)

(Issued 17-03-2020)

UK ~ Brecon Beacons National Park - Wales ~

...  Another great surprise and new National Park💚... a postcard by Richard O'Neill, a talented digital artist with an eye for creating stunning travel poster inspired art... the Brecon Beacons National Park is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in Wales, full of grassy moorland, tranquil reservoirs, stunning waterfalls and high mountain plateaus... the perfect location if you love the outdoors, with an array of different trails for walkers, runners and cyclists... horse riding, canoeing and fishing, rock climbing, camping and caving... this entire national park achieved the status of being an International Dark Sky Reserve with an outstanding quality of night sky⭐✨⭐... and last, but not least… the Batcave entrance👍 from "The Dark Knight Rises" is located at Henrhyd Falls, the tallest waterfall in the Brecon Beacons National Park... Thanks a lot Paul! (must be a wonderful place to live)¯\_(ツ)_/¯ and also for your kind words😊...it's always a pleasure to read that people enjoy visiting my blog!!!

                                                                     ©Richard O'Neill

The Brecon Beacons National Park covers an incredible 1346.700km² of South and Mid Wales, with two thirds of this area being comprised of old red sandstone rocks.The National Park was established in 1957  and was one of the first ten area’s in Britain to be given such status. 

The highest point in the Brecon Beacons National Park is Pen y Fan; which is also the highest peak in South Britain at 886m and home to Llyn Cwm Llwch – the best preserved glacial lake in South Wales. 

Stamp:

Pride 

(Issued 01-08-2022)

UK ~ Paddington Bear - Paddington Station - London ~

... Probably the sweetest and most adorable bear postcard ever❤️😊❤️... Paddington bear sitting on his battered, brown suitcase with his old hat, blue duffel coat and only a jar of marmalade in Paddington Station... it was here where this polite bear first arrived from deepest, darkest Peru and a very important place for him... because at this station he was found by Mr. and Mrs. Brown when he arrived in London and of course it is also the reason he got his name... and what makes this cute postcard even more special for me??? knowing that it was bought at Paddington Station itself... (Paddington Station is one of London's oldest stations serving the western areas of the country)... besides being a train station it's now a favorite tourist stop... to commemorate this there is a life-sized bronze statue of Paddington here... Thanks so much B. Hester for this wonderful surprise! ♥(ˆ⌣ˆԅ) ( hope my postcard will arrive safely because your handwriting was not so clear😉)

"The bear was sitting on some kind of suitcase and around its neck was a label which read: Please look after this bear. Thank You."

Paddingtin bear is a creation of British author Michael Bond in the childrens book ‘A Bear called Paddington’ which was first published in 1958. He has been featured in more than twenty books written by the author, and illustrated by Peggy Fortnum and other artists.

"Michael Bond  bought a small toy bear on Christmas Eve 1956. I saw it left on a shelf in a London store and felt sorry for it. I took it home as a present for my wife Brenda and named it Paddington as we were living near Paddington Station at the time. I wrote some stories about the bear, more for fun than with the idea of having them published. After ten days I found that I had a book on my hands. It wasn’t written specifically for children, but I think I put into it the kind things I liked reading about when I was young."

The classic tales of Paddington Bear have captured the imagination of the young and young at heart across the globe, selling more than 30 million books worldwide.

Stamp : 

Universal Mail UK postage stamps

(Issued ??? )

UK ~ Harlech's castle - Gwynedd - Wales - UNESCO ~

... Amazing view from the beach of the mighty castle that dominates the Harlech skyline... perched on the edge of the cliff with spectacular views both the Irish Sea and Snowdonia mountain range.... the mountainous scenery is bound to be one of the main reasons Edward I decided to build another of his impressive fortresses here over 700 years ago, offering some incredible views out to the surrounding hills and valleys... structurally complete and an excellent example of an almost complete gatehouse and amazing battlement walk... it offers a good insight into what life might have been like inside the castle years ago... one of the best preserved castles in Wales despite some historical attempts to destroy it... with lovely National Parks stamps👍... Thanks a lot Barry!! (✿◠‿◠) I'm glad to hear from you after such a long time... hope you achieve your goal to complete walking the whole path💪... must be a great outdoor adventure!

Harlech Castle is a 13thC castle, constructed on the orders of England’s King Edward I. It was built as part of a defensive ring of castles designed to help strengthen English control over Wales.

The castle is a good example of a concentric castle. It had an outer and inner wall for extra protection, and was also almost symmetrical in shape. It is protected by 4 huge round towers, as well as a strong gatehouse, or entrance. The castle walls are 12 metres high and several metres thick in places.

Harlech Castle played an important role during the Wars of the Roses in the 15thC. During the Wars of the Roses, the castle came under siege in 1461, and withstood for seven years. Supplies came by water from Ireland. This is the longest siege in British history and is probably the origin of the song Men of Harlech. 

Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd became a UNESCO WHS site in 1986.

 

Stamps:

National Parks 

(Issued 14-01-2021)

UK ~ Gold Hill - Shaftesbury ~

... Lovely view of  a very steep, cobbled hill, with picturesque cottages and nice views of the countryside... certainly one of the prettiest and most romantic sights... and probably the most photographed street in Great Britain... this view appears on the covers of many books about Dorset and rural England, as well as on chocolate boxes and calendars... Thanks a lot Andrene! (✿ ♥‿♥)

Shaftesbury is a Saxon market town situated in North Dorset and it is the only significant hilltop settlement in Dorset, being built about 215 metres.

At the top of the street is the 14thC St Peter's Church, one of the few buildings remaining in Shaftesbury from before the 18thC. Adjacent to the church is the former Priest's House (Sun and Moon Cottage), which is still part of the Gold Hill Museum building but now houses a shop.

Stamp:

Definitives - Queen Elizabeth II
(Issued 19-04-2019)

UK ~ Stonehenge - UNESCO ~

... Great aerial view of one the most famous ancient monuments in history... a place shrouded in mystery... because no one knows exactly how or why the ring was built for... with a history spanning 4,500 years Stonehenge has many different meanings to people today...  it is a wonder of the world, a spiritual place and a source of inspiration... this site became world famous since its rediscovery in the 18thC and now over 1 million people a year walk among the stones... Thanks a lot Andrene!✿◕ ‿ ◕✿ ❤️Stay safe and take care of yourself and your loved ones!❤️

Stonehenge is a  prehistoric stone circle monument, cemetery, and archaeological site located in Wiltshire, England.

It consists of a ring of standing stones, each around 4.0 m high,  2.1 m wide, and weighing around 25 tons.  It was built in six stages between 3000 and 1520 BCE, during the transition from the Neolithic Period (New Stone Age) to the Bronze Age, including several hundred tumuli (burial mounds).

The site and its surroundings were added to UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites in 1986.

Stamp:

Definitives - Queen Elizabeth II
(Issued 19-04-2019)

UK ~ Palace House - Hampshire ~

... Springtime on a beautiful postcard with masses colorful daffodils blooming...  and early Spring has arrived here too... yesterday we had the highest temperatures ever in February "17°C"😲... it is a lived-in palace house and one of the Treasure Houses of England... a collection of 10 of the most impressive stately homes, palaces and castles open to the public... Palace House was one of the first historic houses to open to the public.... visiting this grand mansion is like stepping back in time and the staff are dressed in period costumes... Thanks a lot Andrene!! (hope your leg is healed) \_(♥‿♥)_/

Beaulieu Palace House is located in Beaulieu, Hampshire, England. Originally built as the Great Gatehouse of Beaulieu Abbey, this house was built in the 13thC. The house has belonged to a branch of the Montagu Family since 1592. Beaulieu is still home to the current Lord and Lady Montagu.

The site, encompassing the ruins of the Beaulieu Abbey complex, Palace House and the world famous National Motor Museum with a collection of over 250 historic vehicles.

The gardens include the fragrant Victorian Flower Garden, the informal Wilderness Garden, dating back to the 1770s, and the Victorian Kitchen Garden.

Stamp: 

National symbols
Scotland (Issued 24-03-2015)

SCOTLAND ~ Edinburgh - UNESCO ~

... Beautiful Edinburgh view from Salisbury Crags... Salisbury Crags are a number of cliffs in Holyrood Park... Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament Building, Calton Hill, the Castle and much of the city can be seen from there... one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK and often considered as one of the most lively cities in Europe... steeped in history...  renowned for its heritage, culture and festivals... with lovely matching Sottish Holyrood Place stamp... Big Thanks Andrene! (✿◠‿◠)  Hope you have a wonderful stay with family (the most important people in our life💖...)

© Roman Michnowicz
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland since the 15thC and it is located in central eastern Scotland, near the Firth of Forth (the estuary of several Scottish rivers), close to the North Sea.

It has two distinct areas: the Old Town, dominated by a medieval fortress; and the neoclassical New Town, whose development from the 18thC onwards had a far-reaching influence on European urban planning. The harmonious juxtaposition of these two contrasting historic areas, each with many important buildings, is what gives the city its unique character.

Stamps:

1st Class LARGE Security Stamps Gold
(Issued ???)

Edinburgh Personalized Stamps
( Issued 01-05-2010)

UK ~ Saltaire - UNESCO ~

... Nice view of Roberts Park from an original oil painting by a local artist David Starley...  his characteristic work features oil paint thickly applied with a knife to produce a three-dimensional, almost sculpted, image... view of a beautiful Victorian park on the side of the river Aire ideal for a walk or picnic...Thanks a lot dear Andrene for still sending me a postcard even though it wasn't such a pleasant visit!! (>‿♥)

Roberts Park is a 14 acres (5.7 ha) public urban park in Baildon, West Yorkshire.

Saltaire Village  is named after Sir Titus Salt who built a textile mill, known as Salts Mill and this village on the River Aire. Designed by architects, Lockwood and Mawson, Salts Mill was opened on Sir Titus Salt's 50th birthday, 20 September 1853. Salt moved his entire business from Bradford to this site partly to provide better arrangements for his workers and partly to site his large textile mill by a canal and a railway.

Salt's philanthropic project is usually seen as an example of paternalism. Salt built neat stone houses for his workers, wash-houses with running water, bath-houses, a hospital, as well as an Institute for recreation and education, with a library, a reading room, a concert hall, billiard room, science laboratory and gymnasium. The village also provided a school for the children of the workers, almshouses, allotments, a park and a boathouse.

In December 2001, Saltaire was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Stamp:

 Acorn - Oak Tree
 (Issued ???)