Latest Images by Jonathan Ormond http://www.geograph.org.uk/ 2009-12-19T20:53:36GMT text/html 2009-03-24T09:06:20GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 51.510526 -0.189478 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1218901 The eagle pillar in Orme Square has an uncertain history; its sculptor is unknown, as is the reason for its being where it is. Indeed it may not even be an eagle at all; it has been suggested that it is a phoenix, and originally was the symbol of a fire insurance company. A nearby house has birds looking like phoenixes in its frontage, so this could be correct. text/html 2009-03-20T10:20:19GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 51.510272 -0.127520 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1211961 This statue of the famous actor Sir Henry Irving stands just to the north of the National Portrait Gallery text/html 2009-03-19T09:15:08GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 51.521895 -0.123296 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1210342 There has been some confusion over the years about which queen this represents. A contemporary newspaper report implied that it was Queen Anne, but it clearly bears no resemblance to her. It is now believed to be Queen Charlotte, consort of George III. At one time there was a sceptre apparently held by the statue, which would be appropriate for a queen regnant such as Anne, but this must have been a later addition as it was not actually in the hand but attached to the fingertips. This has now been removed. text/html 2009-03-17T13:11:03GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 51.490511 -0.128906 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1207063 This statue of Sir John Millais was until a few years ago at the front of Tate Britain, but has now been moved to a site at the rear of the building. text/html 2008-11-20T10:22:15GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.365694 -2.725012 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1052280 Note the damage to the bridge's parapet, caused by vandalism. text/html 2008-11-20T10:17:34GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.371660 -2.719675 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1052278 St. Leonard's church was made redundant and deconsecrated some years ago. The churchyard has sometimes become rather overgrown but is now being kept reasonably clear by volunteers. The building visible on the right is Stone House, currently the headquarters of South Shropshire District Council (soon to be abolished). text/html 2008-10-23T15:43:50GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.460451 -2.795006 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1018224 This shows Flounders Folly shortly after it was restored. The replacement for the original parapet is clearly visible as newer stone. The tower is occasionally open to be ascended via the new internal staircase; this is signalled by flying a flag on the pole which can be seen rising from the roof. text/html 2008-10-20T08:25:03GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.367838 -2.712416 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1013349 This shows the Smithfield Inn when it was closed and boarded up. Not long after this was taken, it was converted into a private house. text/html 2008-02-26T08:32:25GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.367434 -2.719753 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/704574 This shows Church Street converted to serve as a set for a TV series (unfortunately I've forgotten which one). text/html 2008-02-26T08:27:00GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.373674 -2.713832 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/704572 This public house used to serve the East Hamlet area of the town. It closed a few years ago and was demolished in 2007. text/html 2007-09-20T12:42:41GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 51.510235 -0.125216 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/561126 A statue of the king on horseback in Trafalgar Square text/html 2007-07-20T08:46:27GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.369988 -2.713772 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/499345 This building was the base of agricultural machinery suppliers Morris Bufton. (The logo shown is that of International Harvester.) It was demolished in 2005/6 and replaced by a block of retirement apartments. text/html 2007-07-16T13:27:13GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.230226 -2.736712 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/496174 A small footbridge over the river Kenwater. The photo was taken from the carpark to the north of the river. text/html 2007-07-05T08:34:12GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.335561 -2.797167 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/485621 This strange-looking edifice, clearly visible from the road near Elton Hall, may be a shelter for animals. text/html 2007-07-02T08:48:18GMT http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15182 Jonathan Ormond 52.364346 -2.724843 http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/483162 Part of the Breadwalk, running along the side of the river Teme. Its name reflects the fact that it was created to relieve unemployment in the 19th century, the workers being paid with loaves.