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Worcester Paing Festival, Worcester, September 2025

Burst of Colour on the Streets of Worcester

Damien WalmsleySep 28, 20254 min read
I travelled to Worcester in search of streets with burst of colour, even though the weather forecast looked less than promising. Accompanied by my daughter and grandson, we set off to explore the city’s urban art scene during the Worcester Paint Festival. From hidden alleyways to large murals, Worcester proved to be a colourful place, … Continue reading Blog
Knowle Park, Sunrise, September, 2025

500 Blog Posts: A Milestone in My Photographic Journey

Damien WalmsleySep 27, 20254 min read
This is my 500th blog post — a remarkable milestone in my blogging journey. I first began writing my blog on this website on 27th December 2016, although my experience with online storytelling stretches back much further. Since 2006, I ran a work blog for the School of Dentistry, and even before that, in the … Continue reading Blog
St Alban the Martyr Church, Highgate, Birmingham, September 2025

Discovering St Alban the Martyr Church during Birmingham Heritage Week

Damien WalmsleySep 23, 20254 min read
St Alban the Martyr Church is situated in Highgate, Birmingham. To get there, I took the No. 35 bus and then walked up the hill towards the church. Birmingham Heritage Week is a highlight of September, offering Birmingham residents the chance to visit places that are normally closed to the public or venues that many may … Continue reading Blog
The Serbian Church of the Holy Prince Lazar, Birmingham Heritage Week, Bournville, Birmingham

Discovering the Serbian Church of the Holy Prince Lazar in Bournville

Damien WalmsleySep 20, 20253 min read
Birmingham Heritage Week always reveals intriguing places to explore. Each year, the programme goes live at the end of summer, and tickets for the most popular destinations are quickly snapped up. For this year’s Birmingham Heritage week, I set my sights on two churches I had not previously visited, along with a guided walk in … Continue reading Blog
Balsall Heath. Birmingham, September, 2025

Railway Arches, Coffee Shops, and Quiet Streets: Discovering Balsall Heath

Damien WalmsleySep 14, 20254 min read
Balti Triangle, the Number 50 bus, Alcester Road, Ladypool Lane, Moseley Road Baths, and the Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood. The diversity of Balsall Heath is renowned, which provides an insight into its character. The area does not stand still, with a rich history reflecting the growth and wealth of the city. Whilst Balsall Heath was initially … Continue reading Blog
Can Sayoma Basore, Sant Miquel de Balansat, Ibiza, August 2025.

Ibizan Villa Scenes

Damien WalmsleySep 11, 20251 min read
Our family villa overlooked the quiet town of San Miguel in the northern part of Ibiza. Each sunset transformed the view, flooding the valley with golden light that cast long shadows and enriched the colours of the villa and the town buildings opposite. From the rooftop terrace, we enjoyed a breathtaking panorama, with the sun … Continue reading Blog
Sant Miquel de Balansat, Ibiza, August 2025.

Photographing the Streets of Ibiza

Damien WalmsleySep 10, 20252 min read
The towns and villages of Ibiza provide a rich source for street photography. Care is required as you are in another country and people are generally on holiday. They may not take kindly to having their photograph taken. The island is very attractive. The sun drenched streets and white reflective houses are a challenge and … Continue reading Blog
Three Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, August 2025

Terracotta and Skylines: Exploring Paradise Birmingham’s New Landmark – Three Chamberlain Square

Damien WalmsleyAug 22, 20254 min read
The newest addition to Paradise Birmingham, Three Chamberlain Square, is close to opening. This distinctive building sits next to the historic Town Hall and is stone’s throw from Victoria square. Its exterior design incorporates natural terracotta tones, giving a warm red ochre glow to the rows of vertical lines. Walking past the building, I often wondered … Continue reading Blog
Elmden Manor Walled Garden, Wildlife Trust, Solihull, 2025

Elmdon Manor Walled Garden: Solihull’s Hidden Retreat

Damien WalmsleyAug 21, 20253 min read
Elmdon Manor Walled Garden is hidden away behind Solihull Moors Football Club and is accessed via Damson Parkway. The roads are busy with large transporters and trucks carrying cars and supplies to and from Jaguar Land Rover Solihull. The lane to the gardens is signposted for Elmdon Park and St Nicholas’ Church, Elmdon. It is … Continue reading Blog