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England

Came across this tomb stone on the floor of Westminster Cathedral’s cloisters. Not sure if it meant all plumbers were buried with the rest of nobility, or that he bought his way in by making the filth go away for the wealthy. I rather like to think the trades were more appreciated.

Died at the tender age of 43, perhaps of plumbum.

Died at the tender age of 43, perhaps of plumbum.

One can’t help but notice the lovely chimney pots on the houses, each burning coal. Must have been dark places when cold.

Row houses in Bath. Count the chimney pots.

Row houses in Bath. Count the chimney pots.

A civilised way of getting fresh food:

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This fully electric delivery truck in Bath quietly delivers fresh milk, eggs, butter, cream and bread every morning.

Though a small city, Oxford seemed bike friendly.

The train station had vast parking lots... for bikes. I've never seen such a large collection of bikes parked in one area.

The train station had vast parking lots… for bikes. I’ve never seen such a large collection of bikes parked in one area.

Thank you England!

The most influential scientist to have lived.

The most influential scientist to have lived.