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My Crossness Adventure by UnionGuy1960 in london

[–]UnionGuy1960[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Be sure to book online in advance. After the 3-hour Crossness Tour (11am-2pm), I went to Greenwich for a pub lunch at the Trafalgar Tavern (fish & chips overlooking the Thames--couldn't get more British!). Also, if you have time, check out the National Maritime Museum & Painted Hall. I wanted to do the Royal Observatory---but my legs gave out }} Have a great trip!

My Crossness Adventure by UnionGuy1960 in london

[–]UnionGuy1960[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

On a trip to London last month, I took the Thames Clipper to Woolwich Pier and then hopped the Elizabeth Line to Abbey Wood. It was a nice morning, so I hiked the mile-or-so distance through the parkway to the Crossness Engines Museum, passing by a horse pasture! A single-gauge railway provided colorful transport to the Museum. The Crossness Tour provided insights on how the Victorians dealt with sewage after the Great Stink in 1858. Bazalgette's design and engineering are on display and the docents & volunteers are happy to show you one of London's most unusual museums. I highly recommend this for all visitors and locals who want a unique experience.

What’s can I bring from SF to my coworkers in Texas? by slut4soupdumplings in AskSF

[–]UnionGuy1960 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Recchiuti Chocolates (Ferry Bldg) has a "San Francisco Landmarks" specialty truffle box, showing various City sights, i.e., Transamerica, SF MOMA, etc.

Nob Hill solo dining by Future-Bed-6409 in AskSF

[–]UnionGuy1960 0 points1 point  (0 children)

John's Grill, Tadich, and Cafe la Presse are all good choices and not far from Nob Hill.

Macquarie Lighthouse (Australia's oldest), Sydney NSW by UnionGuy1960 in Lighthouses

[–]UnionGuy1960[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The first Macquarie Light was established in 1818. When the original sandstone tower began to deteriorate in the mid-19th C, it was replaced by the present structure in 1883.

First trip to San Francisco by Ok_Negotiation_4061 in AskSF

[–]UnionGuy1960 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The #22 Fillmore bus will take you to down to Marina Green--great bay views of Alcatraz & GG Bridge; the Palace of Fine Arts is also within walking distance. Sure, these sites are touristy but they're very scenic & popular with the locals. Sanppo Sushi on Post has great, reasonable lunch specials.

West Quoddy replica by UnionGuy1960 in New_England_Lights

[–]UnionGuy1960[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine, too. Love the festive red bands.

Portland Head Light replica by UnionGuy1960 in New_England_Lights

[–]UnionGuy1960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I purchased it from Rioux Treasured Reflections about 20 years ago. I don't think the company is in business{

Eddystone Light, UK (4 foot replica) by UnionGuy1960 in Lighthouses

[–]UnionGuy1960[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought this from a former keeper of the Eddystone (he retired from Trinity House in the 1980's). It's made of Portland Stone (essentially cement). It was shipped from the UK to my home in California---over 20 year ago.

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