Just a few short steps away from Southampton’s central shopping and leisure hubs lies a towering memorial (pictured above) to a remarkable, yet somewhat uncelebrated, moment in the city’s history. On 15 August 1620, it was from the port of Southampton that the Mayflower, the ship that famously transported the first Pilgrims to that area …
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A Wander Through Christchurch
During a walk though Christchurch with my good friend George today, we took some time to appreciate the magnificence of the imposing Christchurch Priory. It’s incredible to think that this building has been looming over the surrounding area for approximately 900 years, providing a backdrop to the lives of many thousands of people.
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