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These are a few of our favourite sites.  they are not in any particular order. 

If you would like to have a link to your site here on a 'quid pro quo' basis, please let us know by email.

This is a local Derbyshire farmer who is passionate about organic farming, conservation and the ecology of the land. He sells the most wonderful tasty meat, so please support local farmers, and go and buy from him.

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WEDDING LINKS:

www.crystalbridalveils.com - On this web site you will find: Bridal Veils, Tiaras & Combs, Sara designer Veils, Wraps Hooped Skirts & Petticoats, Wedding Packages & Bridal Extras. We recommend them highly.  Please do visit them and experience the very best in bridal wear and service.

www.sapphire-lingerie.co.uk - We have a large amount of classy erotic clothing on our site. Everything is made to the highest standard, and we stock a wide range of erotic clothes (many supplied by Leg Avenue), from sexy uniforms to erotic pvc, and sexy stockings, we have got lingerie and much more to suite all tastes

www.bigbdisco.co.uk - Big B has been in the entertainment industry as a dj for more than 12 years, and we cover the whole of Lincolnshire. If you are looking for a party dj then you are in the right place, we interact with the audience play games and create a party you will not forget.

www.weddingplanner-4u.co.uk - Planning a wedding can seem like a daunting and time consuming task.  There is so much that needs to be organised, booked and co-ordinated, it can seem endless.  By hiring a professional wedding planner, you are sourcing a wealth of specialised knowledge and expertise.

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MUSIC BANDS:

Pro-Jekt - An excellent band, particularly if you were into heavy metal or punk, as we were years ago. Described as 'Industrial Gothic Groove Bastards', they have built up a large loyal following and are currently recording their 3rd album, which Tike Photos are hoping to  shoot the front cover for...

The following are also highly recommended bands and are all brilliant. Check them out !!

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NATURE:

We live just south of here, and are up in the Peaks as often as possible.  Britain's first national park, established in 1951, is visited by people from all over the world. They come to find peace, tranquility and adventure, experiencing some of England’s finest climbing, caving, walking and cycling. The National Park is also home to 38,000 people. The local economy is based on tourism, farming, quarrying and manufacturing.  If you have never been there, make the effort !!

The Woodland Trust - The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading conservation charity dedicated to the protection of our native woodland heritage

British Butterflies - Steven Cheshire's comprehensive free guide to British butterflies with a plethora of related information and beautifully presented.  Well recommended.

Derbyshire Wildlife Trust - Derbyshire Wildlife Trust is the county's leading conservation charity and is part of a national network of 47 local trusts working to protect wildlife.

Natural England - A great database of plants and creatures in the UK.

Butterfly Garden - A wonderful site for anyone interested in butterflies and the plants which attract them.

Butterfly Conservation - Saving butterflies, moths and their habitats.

UK Moths - A terrific guide to the moths of GB and Ireland

WhatsThatBug.com - A U.S. site, but a must for anyone interested in bugs and creepy crawlies!

English Country Garden - This is a catalogue of English birds, animals, flowers, trees and fungus
found in our English Country Garden. An EXCELLENT resource  and great site.

British wild Flowers - A comprehensive index1 of British wild flowers.

Arable Plants - A Field Guide - This website is a fully interactive, searchable version of the book; ARABLE PLANTS - a field guide, published jointly by English Nature and WILDGuides

ukwildflowers.com - A wonderful site dedicated to wild flowers of the British Isles.  Lavishly index1ed with thumbnails in order to identify flowers.

ARKive - This is a huge audio-visual resource of all things natural and images of life on Earth.

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PLACE TO VISIT:

        Zoos and Parks:

Hampshire.  There are over 200 species of animals at Marwell Zoological Park, from tiny ants to the tallest giraffe, set in 100 acres of beautiful Hampshire parkland. 

Awarded ‘Zoo of the Year 2004’ by the Good Britain Guide, Bristol Zoo Gardens has a continuous reputation for excellence, innovation, and dedication to conservation. It’s the fifth oldest zoo in the world and the oldest outside of a capital city, and a long established major tourist attraction in Bristol.

 

 

Chard, Somerset.  We accept any animal whose life is in danger and for whom we have room. We actively seek caring homes for cats and dogs within a 30 mile radius of the Sanctuary.  Our other residents, which range from cows to chipmunks are not re-homed and stay with us for the rest of their lives. No animal is ever put to sleep unless our vet advises that its quality of life is no longer viable. 

This charity rescue is open to the public, is clean, well set out and a delight to visit.  Please do support this project.

Torquay, Devon.  Living Coasts, Torquay's Coastal Zoo, is a unique, world class aquatic visitor attraction, focusing on the conservation of coastal and marine life around the globe. It has been developed by Paignton Zoo, with financial support from the South West Regional Development Agency and the European Regional Development funds.

Sheffield, S. Yorks. Over the past 11 years the centre has evolved to included a wide range of animals. The centre currently is home to the Tropical House, Bird of prey centre, baby animal nursery, Pets corner and a mature nature trail. Well worth the visit.

Pulborough Brooks, West Sussex. (RSPB) Set in the sheltered Arun valley, in the heart of West Sussex, Pulborough Brooks is a fantastic place for a day out for people of all ages. There is a superb nature reserve and trail with bird watching hides and viewpoints, a visitor area with gift shop and a tearoom with terrace - not to mention the play area!

Blackbrook Zoo, Staffordshire.  Home to the largest bird collection in the UK, Blackbrook is internationally renowned for it’s achievements in breeding some of the world’s rarest birds.

Cricket St Thomas, Somerset:  One of our aims is to create environments in which animals can behave as naturally as possible. New exhibits are designed to allow the animals to express natural behaviours seen in the wild. Visit Lemur Wood the UK's biggest walk through lemur exhibit or ride through the Wildlife Valley on the Safari Train. Well worth visiting !!

Chestnut Conservation Centre, High Peak, Derbyshire.  Our Wildlife Park is unique in the UK because it has Europe's largest groups of multi-specied otters, owls and other indigenous wildlife.

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PHOTOGRAPHY:

Hilary Shedel is now in her fourteenth year of supplying images to advertising agencies, design companies and direct clients.  She has built a solid reputation for total professionalism, for delivering on time and within budget.

Hilary also runs brilliant dance, movement, and various other courses.  Very well recommended.  Details can be found here. 

Magnum Photos is a photographic cooperative of great diversity and distinction owned by its photographer members. With powerful individual vision, Magnum photographers chronicle the world and interpret its peoples, events, issues and personalities.

Digital Camera - Excellent magazine for digital camera users.

Amateur Photographer - I have bought this magazine over many years.  Recommended

www.dg28.com – “In the spirit of the internet this site shares some of the techniques that I use in my work as an editorial photographer. It also hosts a whole series of "opinion" pieces in which I allow myself to ramble on about anything that I feel might be of interest to you, the visitor.”

The Bppa - The British Press Photographers' Association (BPPA) was founded in 1984 by UK press photographers to promote and inspire the highest ethical, technical and creative standards from within the profession

dpReview - Digital Photography Review.  Here you will find all the latest digital photography and imaging news, reviews of the latest digital cameras and accessories, the most active discussion forums, a large selection of sample galleries, a digital camera database and buyers guide and the most comprehensive database of digital camera features and specifications. We believe in quality, original, unbiased content.

Digital Outback Photo - Fine Art photography in the Digital age

CreativeLens - An excellent site, packed with photos, reviews, etc etc.  Go Visit !!

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I.T.:

The Register - All the latest up to date I.T. news, views and reviews

Microsoft Technet - A must-have resource for all Windows Techies.

5 Star Shareware - an excellent download site for software

Download.com - My favourite resource site for freebie and shareware.

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MISC: 

These are purely our own personal recommendations....

Self explanatory really!  Great site.  If you haven't seen it before, it is a huge repository of information.

Gordon Ramsey: F Word.  Love the man, love his food.  Loads of recipes and info here.

This is the BBC food page. We highly recommend this site; loads of recipes and tips.  Love the food, love the site.

Our favourite Freebie site !

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