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@holnicoteNH Definitely a blackthorn winter at the moment, was even cold at Selworthy today 😆

A Blackthorn moment....

@thepdviking I always wanted one of those, had to make do with playing with my friends sets 😆

Loved my old chemistry set. I became an industrial chemist on the back if it. I do remember we had a very grumpy neighbour who would burst our footballs if they strayed onto his property. I recall mixing all the chemicals together and throwing it over his prize roses which killed them all 🤣🤣

2 years of winter fuel, a gym membership, and a heap of therapy… all sitting in one pile 👍💪 100% renewable, sustainable, zero miles, from winter fallen branches Labour and @Ed_Miliband, want to ban this Completely detached from reality, this is rural Britain they do not understand #Farming #Countryside #RenewableEnergy #RuralEconomy #EnergyCrisis #FoodSecurityIsNationalSecurity

We remain resolute. This morning in the Mediterranean, the French Navy intercepted and boarded another vessel from the shadow fleet, the Deyna. The war involving Iran will not deflect France from its support for Ukraine, where Russia’s war of aggression continues unabated. These vessels, which evade international sanctions and violate the law of the sea, are profiteers of war. They line their pockets while helping finance Russia’s war effort. We will not allow it.

@thepdviking Sadly the vast majority of the population has zero understanding of the countryside - and no respect 🤬

So it begins. The sun is out and muppet season commences. This was over near Odin mine. Wtf is wrong with people. #thepeaksdistrictviking #leavenotrace

Given Trump's illegal war that is devastating the Middle East and pushing up energy bills, Keir Starmer should advise the King to call off April’s state visit to the US. A state visit should not be given to someone who repeatedly insults and damages our country.

@Fedupcivvy It’s thought that we gradually learn coping strategies - but loss feels as fresh as the moment all too often

Is it really 10 years since you left us, your life ebbing away in that February night. "Light up, light up As if you have a choice Even if you cannot hear my voice I'll be right beside you dear" Love you forever. 💔

@thepdviking Yellow thing appeared on exmoor too - but ankle/shin deep mud in our land means slippery time! Good to see bees and dung flies enjoying it too🤣

There was a strange yellow round thing in the sky today, second time this year as well. So had to get out! A nice wander up Goosehill, onto Longcliffe and straight up to the top and along above Cow Nick to Winnats Pass. Skirted along the top of there. It was bloody windy so no use taking the drone and had to be a bit careful near the edge and with the mud on the path. From there went round the back of Winnats Head Farm towards Windy Knoll and then back down the old Mam Tor Road to Castleton. Only thing that marred the day was the sheer amount of rubbish up by the Blue John Cavern. It was shocking. Managed to disturb a frog orgy too in the small roadside pond 🤣 lots of frogs and frogspawn. When i got back to Castleton as I came back through the Cavern car park some scrote had left the remains of their McDonald's sat on a post, probably about 30 yards from a bin. So I disposed of that properly. It really boils my blood as the nearest Maccies is Buxton which is 10 mile away. Great to be out in a bit of sunshine though. #peakdistrictviking #hiking #PeakDistrict #nature

@Fedupcivvy It’s been wonderful to see the sun here today

Fantastic news. Well done @WriterHannahBT and team. Well done Scotland 🤗

@highfieldsherdy Wishing you all well 🐾🐾🐾🐾

Our gorgeous Meg has had some tests at the vets. All fine. Unfortunately, the past few days, she has, in a very quick space of time, gone blind. She became very disorientated & started banging into things. She and we will have to adapt to a new way of life with her. Love U Meg ❤️

Well worth reading

@giles_fraser Thank you for this - there is still some wisdom about!

The challenges of organising a far right Carol Service. unherd.com/2025/12/tommy-…

@holnicoteNH And within a very short time they’ll be interbreeding with the local feral and barn cat populations, and therefore not purebred wildcats - frankly it’s a pointless exercise but no doubt someone somewhere is getting a bonus for it …

European wildcats could be seen again in England for first time in 100 years theguardian.com/environment/20…

@holnicoteNH That’s going to make fabulous jelly?!

A medlar moment this morning....

A few ID snaps from yesterday’s marathon #exmoorpony check, beautiful autumn light on winter coats, perfect for the cold wind raking the moorland grasses @ExmoorNP @EPS_exmoorpony

Always buy British when you can! Back your local farmers’ market and farm shop 🇬🇧🛒

I know this platform wrecks videos , but whilst many moorland herds of #exmoorponies have only just been gathered, those that have already accomplished this are enjoying a good roll after the rain! Herd4 mares Jasminum and Westwilmer Loquat in action 🥰@EPS_exmoorpony

@holnicoteNH Wow moment for sure!

A rubbish phone shot, but thrilled to see a group of 8 Red-throated divers on Loch Gairloch.

@thepdviking Many congratulations to you both - glad you had a fabulous day 🥰

Well what can we say. Our wedding was absolutely perfect. The service itself was something else with a packed church and an amazing choir! Thanks to everyone who came and made it such a special day. #weddingday