Happy Christmas

Happy Christmas, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Thanks for viewing my images throughout 2012.

This photo taken at Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln during the snow in February.

Higher Water

Higher Water, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Water levels seem to be higher today than during the last deluge in late November.

The sunny weather won't last either, more rain is forecast for tomorrow.

In this photo are Wagamama restaurant (right) and waterfront eateries, bars and cafes (left).

Brayford Pool, Lincoln.

Water Creeping Higher, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The water is definitely higher on those boat ramps.

Brayford Pool, Lincoln.

No Step, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Usually, you have to step down to get onto the water.

Brayford Pool, Lincoln.

Wet Ground, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

South Common, Lincoln.

Brayford Pool

Brayford Pool, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Taken earlier this week, before the latest deluge of rain. I suspect the water is now back up to the level seen at the end of November ("High Water" posting).

This view shows more of the southern side, where the University is situated.

Last of the Autumn Pine

Last of the Autumn Pine, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

I can just about get away with posting this pic taken a month ago as it's the last day of autumn today.

Whisby Nature Park, nr Lincoln.

You're Being Watched

You're Being Watched, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Heading North into the city, alongside the River Witham.

The mural was painted recently by university students.

Ready For Christmas

Ready For Christmas, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

This boat has a Christmas tree at the bow and tinsel around the hand rails. Brayford Pool, Lincoln.

Calm But Cold

Calm But Cold, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Brayford Pool yesterday. No wind, the fog was retreating uphill and the winter sun was breaking through after a hard frost.

Wagamama is a japanese restaurant and noodle bar: the newest eatery in Lincoln's popular Brayford waterfront dining area.

Frost and Reflections, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

University accommodation along the banks of the Fossdyke yesterday.

Lincoln Christmas Market

Lincoln Christmas Market, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The German-style Christmas Market paid its annual visit to uphill Lincoln at the weekend.

On the right is a marquee with stalls inside and on the left is the funfair. Behind is the Castle wall.

Carousel, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The funfair is packed in to a carpark with the Castle wall behind.

Classic Coffee, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Enjoy a relaxing cup between rides or games.

Carvery And Grill, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Shopping at the Christmas Market is hungry work.

Market Stalls - Exchequer Gate, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Near the top of Steep Hill.

Market Stall - Castle Square, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Near the top of Steep Hill.

The Path To Waddington

The Path To Waddington, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Quite muddy this year.

Lower Water

Lower Water, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

In contrast with last week, water levels are back to around their usual level now.

Brayford Pool, Lincoln

Big Sky Country

Big Sky Country, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Whisby Nature Park, near Lincoln.

Skegness Beach Racing

Skegness Beach Racing, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Another photo from the ACMA Skegness Enduro a couple of weeks ago.

Another Lap Complete, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Once the intricate course has been completed, riders travel flat out back down the beach to begin another lap.

North Beach, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

A pair of riders completing the northern part of the course and in the background a rider returns to begin another lap.

High Water

High Water, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

This was the scene at the Brayford Pool, Lincoln, yesterday. Waters peaked in the Lincoln area about 24hrs earlier, on Monday morning and there were a few isolated incidents of flooding at that time. This part of the UK hasn't suffered too badly compared to areas further west. The water levels around here seem to be subsiding now.

In other news, viewers of "Masterchef The Professionals" might be interested to know that contestant Alec Maxfield is head chef at the Double Tree hotel on the left, which opened earlier this year.

High Bridge, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

A swollen River Witham passes under High Bridge, Lincoln. (The bridge dates back to 1160AD and the shops on it to 1550AD).

Thorngate, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The swollen River Witham passes pubs and restaurants at Thorngate before passing under Broadgate.

Cloud Factory

Cloud Factory, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

If you are using cloud storage, it works nothing like this: electrons, created in power stations, travel through the national grid til they reach your computer where they collect info. The electrons then return to the power station, depositing the info into the cloud.

View from the ridge at Bracebridge Heath.

The Guildhall

The Guildhall, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The Guildhall is a 14th century building located next to St Martin's Cathedral, Leicester.

Peter Cook, comparing the life of a coal miner with that of a judge, once noted "You're not troubled by falling coal down your guildhalls."

Autumn Lake

Autumn Lake, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Most leaves have fallen now, but a few are still hanging on.

Whisby Nature Park.

Skegness Enduro

Skegness Enduro, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Sunday was the Enduro event in the ACMA Annual Skegness Beach Race Weekend. The Enduro consisted of 3 hours of motorcycles racing around a landscaped beach circuit that straddled the pier. It was hard to tell how many competitors started the race, at least 50, possibly 100.

Skegness Enduro - Southern Half of Beach Course, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

From the pier.

Skegness Enduro - The Pier, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Spectators watching the Enduro.

Skegness Enduro - Passing GO, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

After completing the northern part of the beach course, competitors race back to the southern end to start the next lap (or pit for more fuel).

Skegness Enduro - Engine Trouble, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Quite a few bikes were unable to cope with 3 hours of pummelling over sand. It was only going to be a matter of time before the bike producing white smoke retired.

Skegness Enduro - Northern Half of Beach Course, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Spectators on the pier behind.

Golden Hour

Golden Hour, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

At this time of year, the photographic "golden hour" can be enjoyed for longer periods.

Bracebridge Lowfields and North Hykeham from the ridge at Bracebridge Heath.

Victoria Wharf

Victoria Wharf, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Alexandra Dock, Grimsby. On the left of the picture, the 61m Grimsby Dock Tower is just visible above the low brick warehouse.

Autumn Trees

Autumn Trees, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Lincoln Arboretum.

Gravity Bike

Gravity Bike, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Another photo from September's Belchford Downhill Challenge. After the carts had raced, the chicanes were removed and gravity bikes raced 3 at a time on the same 650m section of road.

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

A memorial day dedicated to armed forces personnel who gave their lives in the line of duty.

Frankatty

Frankatty, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The Fossdyke Navigation passes from the right under Brayford Way as it enters the Brayford Pool, Lincoln. On the left are University campus buildings and on the right are student accommodation blocks.

The Colour of Autumn

The Colour of Autumn, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Near Lincoln Cathedral.

Belchford Downhill Challenge

Belchford Downhill Challenge, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The Belchford Downhill Challenge is an annual soapbox cart race held in mid September. A public road is closed off providing a course of 650m long with a 50m drop. After an initial push off, carts are powered only by gravity and can reach speeds in excess of 40mph. The course has 2 chicanes: the Northampton College Gravity Racing cart pictured has successfully negotiated the first towards the top of the hill, the other is at the end of the long flat, just before the finish line. About 50 teams enter, some serious and some less so.

Belchford is located in the Lincolnshire Wolds.

Angel of The North

Angel of The North, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The iconic sculpture by Antony Gormley. Gateshead, Tyne and Wear.

Farewell, Angel, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Angel of the North.

This concludes our look around Scotland and NE England.

Carrbridge

Carrbridge, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The early 18th century packhorse bridge (damaged about a hundred years later) seen from the B9153 as it crosses the River Dulnain.

Strath Bran

Strath Bran, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Seen on the journey from Loch Alsh to Inverness on the A832, this is near Loch a' Chuilinn.

Eilean Donan Castle

Eilean Donan Castle, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

That mist in front of the headland is rain.

Loch Ness

Loch Ness, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Looking south from the western side.

Inverness

Inverness, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

Inverness is situated on the mouth of the River Ness, which flows from Loch Ness into the Moray Firth. This photo was quickly taken between heavy rain showers.

University of The Highlands and Islands, a photo by lincoln_eye on Flickr.

The UHI Executive Office located in Inverness, across the River Ness.