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RamblingMiles
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Outdoor photography from my rambles around Devon, Cornwall & beyond.
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Wheal Edward stands above the Atlantic as a stark reminder of Cornwall’s mining past. Its weathered walls frame the open sky, while the sea stretches beyond a place once filled with labour, machinery and noise.

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Black and white photograph of the ruined Wheal Edward mine building on the Cornish coast. The tall granite walls stand on an exposed headland overlooking the Atlantic Ocean beneath scattered, dramatic clouds.
July 24, 2026 at 6:51 AM
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The ruins on Kenidjack Head stand high above Cornwall’s rugged coastline, overlooking the Atlantic as they have for generations. Once part of a thriving mining landscape, they now watch over the sea in silence, with Cape Cornwall’s chimney visible on the distant headland.

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Black and white photograph of ruined granite buildings on Kenidjack Head overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, with dramatic clouds overhead and Cape Cornwall visible in the distance.
July 24, 2026 at 6:19 AM
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The old mine workings of Kenidjack Valley lie quietly beneath the rugged cliffs, where nature has softened the scars of Cornwall’s industrial past. A winding footpath follows the stream through heather and gorse, leading the eye towards Cape Cornwall on the horizon.

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Black and white photograph of Kenidjack Valley in Cornwall showing a winding footpath beside a small stream, the remains of a mine chimney, rugged cliffs and Cape Cornwall in the distance beneath dramatic clouds.
July 23, 2026 at 10:37 PM
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Tucked beneath the granite cliffs of West Penwith, Penberth Cove remains one of Cornwall’s most authentic fishing coves. Weathered granite cottages, a cobbled slipway and small working boats speak of a tradition that continues despite the passing years.

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Black and white photograph of Penberth Cove in Cornwall showing a traditional fishing boat resting on a cobbled slipway beside granite cottages, with rugged cliffs and a dramatic cloudy sky overlooking the sea.
July 23, 2026 at 10:21 PM
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At Barricane Beach on the North Devon coast, sculpted rock formations frame a calm tidal pool beneath a broad, shifting sky

#BarricaneBeach #NorthDevon #SeascapePhotography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #RamblingMiles
Black and white photograph of Barricane Beach in North Devon, showing rugged, layered rock formations surrounding a still tidal pool. Clouds and coastal cliffs are reflected in the water, with the sea and distant headland visible beneath a dramatic sky.
July 23, 2026 at 6:19 PM
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Time has reclaimed much of Watchet Hill Cottage, but its granite walls still stand as a reminder of Dartmoor’s past. Weathered stone, empty windows and creeping vegetation tell a quiet story of endurance, where nature steadily reshapes what was once a home.

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A black and white photograph of the ruined stone walls of Watchet Hill Cottage near Belstone on Dartmoor, with empty window openings, overgrown vegetation and dramatic cloud formations overhead.
July 23, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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The path through the East Okement Valley climbs quietly towards Belstone, enclosed by trees and the steep wooded hillside.

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Black and white photograph of a leaf-covered woodland path climbing through the East Okement Valley towards Belstone on Dartmoor. A bright sunburst shines between the trees, illuminating the track and surrounding ferns while the wooded slopes remain in deep shadow.
July 23, 2026 at 10:41 AM
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Sometimes the landscape asks us to pause, to look beyond the fence before taking the next step. At Meldon, the quiet geometry of timber and wire frames the rolling moor beyond, where the journey continues at its own pace.

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A black and white photograph of a closed wooden field gate and post-and-rail fence at Meldon on Dartmoor. Beyond the latched gate, rolling moorland rises towards a distant hill beneath a sky of layered clouds, creating a calm and contemplative rural scene.
July 23, 2026 at 10:28 AM
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The engine houses scattered around Caradon Hill stand as enduring reminders of Cornwall’s mining past.

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A black and white photograph of a ruined Cornish engine house surrounded by gorse on the slopes of Caradon Hill. Dramatic clouds fill the sky while the moorland and distant hills frame the remains of one of Cornwall’s historic copper mines. A black and white photograph of a ruined Cornish engine house surrounded by gorse on the slopes of Caradon Hill. Dramatic clouds fill the sky while the moorland and distant hills frame the remains of one of Cornwall’s historic copper mines. A black and white photograph of a ruined Cornish engine house surrounded by gorse on the slopes of Caradon Hill. Dramatic clouds fill the sky while the moorland and distant hills frame the remains of one of Cornwall’s historic copper mines.
July 23, 2026 at 7:25 AM
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High on the slopes of Cosdon Hill, this solitary hawthorn has spent a lifetime shaped by the prevailing winds of Dartmoor.

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A black and white photograph of a solitary hawthorn tree on the rocky slopes of Cosdon Hill, Dartmoor. The wind-shaped branches stretch horizontally beneath dramatic cloud cover, surrounded by granite boulders and rough moorland grass.
July 23, 2026 at 6:28 AM
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Where rugged Cornish cliffs meet the restless Atlantic, Port Quin offers a landscape shaped by both nature and history.

#Cornwall #CoastalPhotography #LandscapePhotography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #SouthWestEngland
A black and white coastal landscape overlooking Port Quin and Doyden Point in Cornwall. Rocky cliffs descend into a sheltered bay, while an old lookout stands on the headland beneath textured clouds stretching across the sky.
July 22, 2026 at 10:18 AM
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Evening light slowly reaches across the woodland floor, revealing ancient roots, weathered oaks and a landscape shaped by time.

#Dartmoor #WoodlandPhotography #NaturePhotography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Devon
Evening sunlight filters through mature oak trees in Halstock Woods on Dartmoor, illuminating moss-covered roots, woodland grasses and a fallen tree. The black and white image captures the texture and atmosphere of an ancient woodland.
July 22, 2026 at 8:36 AM
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Fresh snow, clear skies and the first warmth of the winter sun across West Mill Tor, Dartmoor.

#Dartmoor #LandscapePhotography #WinterPhotography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Devon
Snow-covered granite boulders sit in the foreground beneath a bright winter sun, with West Mill Tor rising in the distance. A dramatic black and white landscape captures crisp snow, textured clouds and the open expanse of Dartmoor.
July 22, 2026 at 7:16 AM
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Winter sunlight spills into the East Okement Valley, transforming a familiar riverside path into something almost timeless.

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A woodland path follows the East Okement River on Dartmoor as low winter sunlight streams through leafless trees. Granite boulders line the flowing river, while long shadows and bright shafts of light create a dramatic black and white landscape.
July 21, 2026 at 9:20 PM
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Nature has a way of revealing extraordinary beauty in the smallest details. A quiet moment, a single frond, and a few seconds of perfect light.

#NaturePhotography #WoodlandPhotography #Monochrome #BlackAndWhitePhotography #RamblingMiles
A single fern frond is illuminated by sunlight against a dark woodland background. The black and white photograph highlights the intricate detail of each leaflet, while soft out-of-focus light creates gentle bokeh behind the plant.
July 21, 2026 at 2:26 PM
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Standing alone beneath a restless Devon sky, this weathered tree has endured countless seasons of wind, rain and silence.

#LandscapePhotography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #Devon #NaturePhotography #FineArtPhotography
A solitary, leafless tree stands on the crest of a gently sloping hillside beneath an expansive sky filled with layered clouds. The black and white photograph emphasises the weathered bark, twisted branches and the sense of isolation in the open landscape.
July 21, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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These two jackdaws remained perched together as the shower swept through, seemingly untroubled by the weather. Their stillness stood in contrast to the falling rain, creating a fleeting moment that lasted only a few seconds.

#Jackdaw #WildlifePhotography #BlackAndWhitePhotography #RamblingMiles
Black and white photograph of two jackdaws perched side by side on a stone ledge during steady rain. Fine streaks of falling rain fill the softly blurred background while the birds remain alert, their pale eyes and textured feathers standing out against the dark surroundings.
July 21, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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Standing on the summit of Brat Tor, Widgery Cross has watched over Dartmoor since 1887. Built from granite blocks cut from the surrounding moor, it was erected in memory of the Reverend William Widgery and remains one of the highest freestanding crosses in England.

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Black and white portrait photograph of Widgery Cross standing on Brat Tor, Dartmoor. The granite memorial cross rises against a dramatic sky filled with dark storm clouds, overlooking the rolling Devon countryside below.
July 21, 2026 at 12:26 PM
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Black-a-Tor Copse, Dartmoor. Twisted oak branches weave together above a landscape of moss-covered granite, where every shaft of light reveals another layer of texture before disappearing back into shadow. It’s a place that feels untouched by time.

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#BlackAndWhitePhotography
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Black and white photograph of Black-a-Tor Copse on Dartmoor, showing twisted ancient oak trees arching above a landscape of moss-covered granite boulders, with dappled sunlight filtering through the woodland canopy.
July 21, 2026 at 10:21 AM
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As the morning mist began to lift, shafts of sunlight pierced the canopy, turning an ordinary stand of trees into a place of quiet wonder.

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#Light #SunBeams
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Black and white photograph of Abbeyford Woods on Dartmoor. Bright shafts of morning sunlight stream through tall conifer trees, illuminating ferns and woodland undergrowth as mist lingers between the trunks.
July 21, 2026 at 9:21 AM
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The granite tors of Dartmoor have stood watch over the landscape for millions of years

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#BelstoneTor
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Black and white photograph of the granite outcrops on Belstone Tor, Dartmoor. Large weathered boulders dominate the foreground, with rolling moorland and dramatic clouds stretching across the distant landscape.
July 21, 2026 at 7:41 AM
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From the summit of Belstone Tor, Dartmoor stretches away towards the horizon, where granite gives way to patchwork fields and distant valleys.

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Black and white landscape photograph from the summit of Belstone Tor on Dartmoor, showing weathered granite outcrops in the foreground beneath a dramatic cloud-filled sky, with sweeping views across the surrounding countryside.
July 21, 2026 at 7:26 AM
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As the evening light shimmered across the shoreline at Woolacombe, surfers, walkers and families drifted towards the water, each following their own path. Reduced to silhouettes against the glittering tide, they became part of the landscape rather than separate from it.
Black and white contre-jour photograph of Woolacombe Beach in Devon. Silhouetted surfers and walkers stand along the shoreline as evening sunlight sparkles across the wet sand and gentle waves, with sea mist softening the distant hills.
July 21, 2026 at 6:02 AM
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Looking through the weathered granite of the Thirlestone, the eye is drawn across a quiet pool towards Hangingstone Hill beneath a dramatic Dartmoor sky. Centuries of wind and rain have sculpted this natural frame, transforming solid granite into an unexpected window across the high moor.
Black and white photograph looking through a narrow gap in the granite layers of the Thirlestone on Watern Tor, framing a small reflective pool, moorland grasses and Hangingstone Hill beneath dramatic clouds with sunbeams breaking through.
July 21, 2026 at 5:59 AM
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Centuries of wind, rain and frost have shaped the granite of Watern Tor into one of Dartmoor’s most distinctive landmarks.

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Black and white landscape photograph of the Thirlestone on Watern Tor, Dartmoor. The distinctive layered granite outcrop rises dramatically against an open sky with scattered clouds, overlooking the sweeping moorland beyond.
July 21, 2026 at 5:51 AM