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Mill Meece Pumping Station added to Historic Buildings in West Midlands by D0c.Col on 18/06/2024

Nestled amidst the tranquil landscape of Staffordshire, the Mill Meece Pumping Station serves as a poignant testament to the area's industrial legacy. Erected during the renowned Victorian era between 1883 and 1884, this grand edifice was dedicated to supplying clean water to Stoke-on-Trent's bustling pottery industry. Its monumental presence not only facilitated manufacturing processes but also catered to the emergent population's water needs.
It commenced operations in November, 1914, with the Ashton Frost engine, the pumping station boasted two boreholes and boilers. The Hathorn Davey engine, introduced in 1928, further enhanced its efficiency by tapping into new boreholes.
Both engines dutifully served until December 22, 1979, when modern electric pumps superseded them. Presently, the station continues to deliver an average of 2.2 million gallons daily to Severn Trent Water consumers, employing potent electric pumps within its original boreholes from 1914.
The Pumping Station is an architectural marvel, featuring a resplendent red brick façade adorned with intricate gothic-style windows and elaborate ironwork. Its towering 38.4-meter (126-foot) chimney once facilitated natural draft for the boilers, harnessing the upward flow of hot flue gases.
Within the Engine House, colossal steam engines, initially coal-powered, drove formidable pumps, drawing water from underground wells to supply the region, with a stable water source for industrial and domestic purposes.
Evolution and adaptation marked the journey of the Station, transitioning from steam to electric power while retaining its iconic Victorian structure. Today, under the stewardship of the Mill Meece Preservation Trust, extensive restoration endeavours ensure the continuation of it’s rich heritage.
The successful renovation of the middle boiler in 2021, and the revival of the Ashton Frost and Hathorn Davey engines rekindled the station's historic significance.
Beyond its mechanical marvels, the station has transformed into a mesmerizing museum, offering visitors a captivating journey through time. Exhibiting a curated collection of vintage pumping machinery, it chronicles the technological evolution from steam-driven engines to contemporary electric pumps.
Beyond its engineering marvels, the Mill Meece Pumping Station holds great cultural significance and it continues to serve as a reminder of the region’s industrial heritage and it’s pivotal role in shaping the social and economic landscape of Staffordshire.

Parking is at the road side along the lane and adjacent to the train track.

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Co-ordinates: 52.90202, -2.254236 • what3words: ///protester.clots.animal
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 09/05/2024. It remains the responsibility of any pilot to check for any changes before flying at the same location. Landowner permission may be required before taking off.

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Daymer Bay, Cornwall (By CMDR-CHEVRON)

Small beach with open sky. Car park. Toilets. Absolutely gorgeous place. Entrance to the beach is down a medium-sized flight of steps. Best flown at off-peak, outside holiday times, as it is quite small. Locals were nice. Used by Dog Walkers. The beach is between two Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Not exactly sure why this is, but I was careful to fly in between them. Maybe nesting birds in the Spring. This coast is a haven for all kinds of wildlife.

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Co-ordinates: 50.55999, -4.925968 • what3words: ///branch.strays.recitals
St Botolphs Hardham, Horsham (By grandad1950)

This is a very fine ancient parish church dating from the 11th century in the south downs in West Sussex and is a grade 1 listed building. Well worth a visit to see the remains of ancient wall paintings thought to date from around 1100 inside the church.

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Co-ordinates: 50.94854, -0.522783 • what3words: ///reservoir.relieves.spends
Lindisfarne Castle, Holy Island, Northumberland (By mancub77)

Nation Trust property on Holy Island took of from its foreshore no overflight and no issues.

The whole of the East Coast here has a NOTAMS with a floor of 20,000 feet still checked with MOD no issue think they were surprised.

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Co-ordinates: 55.66907, -1.784828 • what3words: ///deprives.wagers.cools
Severn Estuary, Portishead, North Somerset (By WarrenCo)

Great views of the sun setting above Cardiff at this time of year.
Had to launch from the inter-tidal zone on the beach owned and managed by the Crown Estate as you can't take off from North-Somerset council land for hobby/recreational flying.

Parking on Hillside road - there's a small footpath down to the beach.

Area is an SSSI and SAC - No permission needed - just need to pay attention to birds nesting and don't disturb them, but it was very quiet in that regard when I flew here and there were only some seagulls flying low, which were easily avoided by increasing altitude.

The beach is also very quiet generally, which makes it nice to explore with a drone.

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Co-ordinates: 51.47877, -2.810451 • what3words: ///curvy.sped.gown
St. Andrews Church, Kenn, Teignbridge (By Venners07)

This church dates back to the twelfth century, while the churchyard has been a site for worship for much longer. The ancient yew tree is one of the oldest in England. Both the church and its surrounding area continue to be a special and calming place to worship, rest and reflect in the modern age.

The church plays a significant role in the community life of the Kenn Parish, and warmly welcomes everyone into its fellowship.

St Andrew’s is situated in the village of Kenn and serves Kenn, Kennford and Clapham

Lots of spots to TOAL, and no dangers once you are clear of the trees.

We stayed the night before at the Ley arms opposite, lovely food and accommodation. You can also park here.

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Co-ordinates: 50.66071, -3.52659 • what3words: ///downhill.clots.ballparks
St Peter ad vincula, Chichester (By grandad1950)

The grade 1 listed parish church of St Peters in Wisborough Green West Sussex dating from the 12th century. It has a very large graveyard to explore and many original elements remain inside the church

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Co-ordinates: 51.02231, -0.50167 • what3words: ///satin.prime.strict
Inverness Castle (By stubbyd)

[Taken from WikiPedia]
Inverness Castle (Scottish Gaelic: Caisteal Inbhir Nis) sits on a cliff overlooking the River Ness in Inverness, Scotland. A succession of castles have stood on this site since 1057, although the present structure dates from 1836. The present structure is a Category A listed building and was last used as the old County Buildings including the Sheriff Court. It was designed by William Burn (1789–1870) as an early castellated structure, built in red sandstone and completed in 1836.

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Co-ordinates: 57.47412, -4.227493 • what3words: ///grid.shady.stones
Inverness War Memorial, Inverness Crown and Haugh (By stubbyd)

The memorial is a high red sandstone Celtic cross surmounting a square stepped plinth, with inscriptions on the shaft. It features two walls that extend as wings from the base of the cross, which hold plaques and engravings dedicated to the fallen from the First World War, Second World War, and Post-1945 conflicts.

The Celtic knotwork on the face of the cross and on the shaft, along with the town arms at the base of the shaft, add to its visual distinction. Pillars form the terminals of the wings, further enhancing its grandeur.

Unlike most memorials I've seen, this one commemorates various conflicts, including:

The First World War (1914-1918)
First World War - civilians
Second World War (1939-1945)
Post-1945 war or conflict
Cyprus Emergency (1955-1959)​
Gulf War (1990-1991)
Afghanistan (2001-2014)
Non-Combat Deaths

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Co-ordinates: 57.47108, -4.22791 • what3words: ///sweep.parade.ground
Blackpool South Pier, Blackpool (By WorldInFocus)

Blackpool South Pier (opened 1893) is the most visually dynamic and "adrenaline-powered" of the three piers, offering a dense cluster of mechanical movement and coastal colour.
As you fly toward the end of the pier, the most striking features are the tall structures of the Adrenaline Zone. From above, you can capture the Skycoaster freefalling swing (38m high) and the Skyscreamer reverse bungee, which provide high-speed vertical movement against the backdrop of the Irish Sea.
Unlike the more open North Pier, South Pier's deck is packed. A drone flight reveals a patchwork of arcades, the Crazy Mouse spinning coaster, and a Waltzer, creating a vibrant, rotating mechanical landscape.
Blackpool South Pier is located within the Blackpool Airport Flight Restriction Zone (FRZ), requiring mandatory 72-hour advanced permission via the Air Portal system. Flights are generally restricted to 400ft AGL, with strict no-fly zones over Pleasure Beach crowds. The ATC is often accommodating to recreational users who register and ask in advance

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Co-ordinates: 53.79539, -3.05719 • what3words: ///groom.panic.stir
Holy Trinity Rudgewick, Horsham (By grandad1950)

The parish church of Holy Trinity in Rudgewick on the West Sussex / Surrey border. The church is a grade 1 listed building dating from the 12th century

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Co-ordinates: 51.09766, -0.443412 • what3words: ///deprive.streaking.decorator

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