#exploring surrey

[legitedigiulia]

Spotted National Trust - Limpsfield Common, Surrey

april 2023 Beautiful close view of a buzzard and a red kite patrolling the vast fields in Limpsfield, Surrey.

#natural landscape #original photography #walking #walking in nature #english countryside #surrey #englishcountryside #countryside #landscape #common buzzard #red kite #bird of prey #surrey wildlife #english wild life #bird watching #walking on sunshine #exploring nature

[rozmorris]

The fairytale bridges hidden in a Surrey wood, travels, psychogeography, Alan Garner Weirdstone Alderley Edge Brisingamen, a little horse... all in my newsletter https://mailchi.mp/4996b689156a/bridge-too-far-something-weird-came-over-me-the-haunt-arrives-in-mysterious-ways?

#literary fiction #roz morris #women writers #self-publishing #writing life #writing #pscychogeography #rural England #rural exploration #landscape #surrey #horses #horse riding #horseback riding #horses of tumblr #dressage #equine #horse #weirdstone of brsingamen #alderley edge #travel writing #personal essays

[property9199]

#brick #Flickr Explore #Explored #50 faves #50-100 favorites #bestphoto #historic building #Langley Homes For Sale Bc #top realtor in surrey bc #jag sidhu realtor #real estate agent surrey #delta homes for sale bc #Poole #Dorset #Parkstone #Ashley Cross #Street #Black and White #Houses #Homes #Terraced Houses #Gables #Brickwork #Windows #detroit #city #urban #nevada street #house #bungalow

[fashionsfromhistory]

Ensemble designed for Pattie Boyd

The Fool

1967

The Fool were a Dutch design collective led by Marijke Koger and Simon Posthuma, best known for their work with the Beatles, which included designing the tunics the band wore for their 1967 television broadcast of All You Need Is Love, decorating John Lennon's piano and George Harrison's Mini, painting a circular mural at the Harrisons' Surrey home Kinfauns, designing the inner sleeve of the Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band LP and, most famously, painting a three-story psychedelic mural on the facade of the Beatles' short lived Apple Boutique in London's Baker Street, which was subsequently painted over by order of the local council. Pattie Boyd and her sister Jenny were fans of the collective and would model their clothing designs for the Apple Boutique. According to Boyd, this brocade ensemble was custom made for her by The Fool and she recalls wearing it during a trip to Greece with all four Beatles in July 1967 to explore the possibility of buying a set of Greek islands.

Christie's: The Pattie Boyd Collection (Lot 13)

#ensemble #fashion history #vintage fashion #pattie boyd #the fool #1960s #1967 #blue #20th century #british #united kingdom #jacket #skirt #christie's

[nazrigar]

Weretober 2023 - Part 2: Lives of the Werebeasts of Urvara

And now, to cap off Weretober 2023, the final batch exploring the lives of Werefolk in my setting of Beast Fables. From assassins to soldiers to ronin to nasty diseases, there are many sides to being a werebeast in Urvara!

A famous Were-Tarantula Hawk assassin readies for combat against a berserker were-shrew.

A were-sea lion stumbles upon a rare find: a black pearl! Surely this will give her clan honor! Unbenkowest to her however, she is being watched by a couple of merfolk. The Mer-tiger shark wants to "deal" with her, to keep their society a secret, but the Mer-octopus urges caution instead.

For most people, a person's animal form is either from one parent or the other. In much rare cases however, one could get an animal form that's a hybrid of their parents's beast form! Walter Raja Surrey here is a Liger, and has all of the hybrid's advantages, without the myriad of health problems associated with them!

A member of the last group of Were-Diprotodons shows an archeology student and an art history student an example of a hunting boomerang, otherwise known as a karli. Alongside being both a great example of art and a useful tool, it's big enough to double as a club.

A werefox succumbs to that most feared of diseases among were-mammal kind, rabies. Certain were-folk, like werebirds can fight off the disease, while others like were-crocodilians seem to be immune to almost anything.

A were-rhinoceros beetle gets treated for cordyceps. While not the lethal, muscle and nervous system hijacker of their wild counterparts, it still hurts, and requires immediate attention, lest it begins to interfere with the magics governing transformation as well as tissue damage.

A traveling group of were-elephantines, including a mammoth. While giants to a regular person, they themselves are dwarfed by the creator of the roads they travel upon, called the Titan Roads. These roads were built by Were-sauropods.

A turbulent priest preaches the cause for justice, and the betterment of society as a whole. A priest of the Ten Faced God, he dons the silver and black to denote his devotion to the face of Justice.

A were-raccoon dog ronin thought his speed and agility would win the day against the lumbering were-eremotherium, who himself is in service of a large empire known as Tartessos (basically Not!Spain). The risk the ronin took was calculated, but BOY was he BAD at math!

And finally, the classic Werewolf. A Durroyan werewolf charges with a bayonet, steely determination in his eyes and faith that discipline will win the battle through. A Gevaudanois werewolf counter charges with tooth, claw and sabre in hand, confident that courage and ferocity will win the day.

#my art #weretober #weretober 2023 #fantasy worldbuilding #worldbuilding #werewolf #diprotodon #mammoth #loxodon #elephant #mermaids #beast fables #nazrigart #creature design

[consanguinitatum]

For One Night Only: David at the RSC Fringe Festival (oh, and one other thing he probably didn't do...)

For today's post in "obscure things David Tennant did way back when," we'll need to travel back in time to the late 1990s. It was a busy time for David. By May 1997, he'd just wrapped up his first Royal Shakespeare Company repertory season (in which he simultaneously played Touchstone in As You Like It, Jack Lane in The Herbal Bed, and Alexander Hamilton in The General From America). This set of three plays had begun their runs in Stratford in early- to mid 1996; they then transferred over to London's Barbican Theatre, where they had ended their runs by mid-1997.

Programmes for The Herbal Bed, As You Like It, and The General From America

Next on David's theatre agenda was the role of Mickey in Hurlyburly (a play I've talked about before) which ran at the Queen's Theatre in London from August to November 1997. He then performed a one-off staged reading of Derek Jarman's Blue at the Chelsea Arts Theare on 16 November 1997 (which, by the way, is another little-known DT performance I want to explore!)

That was it for 1997, theatre-wise.

Then, beginning in March of 1998 - as I've explored previously - he began his run as Moon and Brindsley Miller in The Real Inspector Hound/Black Comedy. This double bill ran first at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Surrey and then in London, first at the Richmond Theatre and then at the Comedy Theatre. That play finally wrapped in August 1998.

But a month before wrapping The Real Inspector Hound/Black Comedy, David had popped over to Stratford to do something interesting, something that's the focus of this thread. It was called For One Night Only, and - as it says on the tin - it was, indeed, for one night only!

First, though? A little history!

Around 1990, the RSC began to hold an annual summer festival called the Royal Shakespeare Company Fringe Festival. Intended as a showcase for RSC talent, it included a mix of events: short plays, devised pieces, stand-up comedy, concerts, etc., as well as new works making their Stratford debut. The festival lasted two weeks and saw actors, directors, stage managers, musicians and staff all taking part in more than 25 events. All the events were either on Sundays, or timed around RSC productions, so audiences could go see fringe shows after seeing the actors perform in their usual RSC roles.

Most of the events for 1998's festival took place in a specially adapted 100-seat rehearsal room at the RSC's 'alternative' theatre, The Other Place. But not all of them. Their opening night event - on Sunday, 19 July - was to take place at the Swan Theatre.

That opening night event? For One Night Only!

Starring Desmond Barrit, Emma Handy, and Amanda Harris as well as David, the launch event cost £4-£12 and began at 7:30 pm. It was called a "curtain raiser" as well as "aptly-named."

And just what was it about? Well, um....I know it was organized and compiled by its star, Desmond Barrit...and that it was supposed to take its audience on a journey through the theatre. These articles say so.

But that's about all I know. I wish I had more details.

I am, however, supremely lucky to own a piece of ephemera about this one night only event.

Here's the front and back of my For One Night Only flyer, and as I'm sure you'll notice, it promises "an evening of theatrical prose and poetry...and a little gossip!"

Great. Could you tell us a bit more, thanks?

While researching For One Night Only, I came across something else of interest, which I thought for a moment David might have been involved in - an event staged nine days before For One Night Only. But after researching this event in more detail, I don't think he was involved, after all. Such a shame, really. He would've been perfect!

On Friday, 10 July 1998, at 1 pm in the afternoon, some Royal Shakespeare Company members got together to do a fund raiser and preview of the upcoming Fringe in the forecourt of the Other Place. Called a Sonnetathon, this three-hour event featured various RSC members reading all 154 of Shakespeare's sonnets!

Now a Sonnetathon would've been right up David's alley, am I right? He'd have loved it! But I'm about 99% certain he wasn't there - and here's why. That Friday night at 7:30 pm, David was onstage in The Real Inspector Hound/Black Comedy at the Comedy Theatre in London, that's why!

But here's why I say 99%. It's not impossible to imagine he got up early that Friday (after doing a show the night before) and took the train in to Stratford to do the Sonnetathon - wrapped it up by 4pm, then hopped on another train back to London in time to make the 7:30 curtain up for The Real Inspector Hound/Black Comedy.

But you have to admit, it seems unlikely.

But The Real Inspector Hound/Black Comedy wasn't showing on Sunday, 19 July 1998, so David was able to get to Stratford and go onstage as part of 'For One Night Only' to open the Fringe...and then get back to London in time to go onstage once more the following night.

So now you know what I know about For One Night Only.

Of course I'll keep looking for more!

#DavidTennant #ObscureDavidTennantPerformances #ForOneNightOnly #DavidTennantEarlyTheatre

[haveyoureadthispoll]

This Edwardian social comedy explores love and prim propriety among an eccentric cast of characters assembled in an Italian pensione and in a corner of Surrey, England. A charming young English woman, Lucy Honeychurch, faints into the arms of a fellow Britisher when she witnesses a murder in a Florentine piazza. Attracted to this man, George Emerson, who is entirely unsuitable and whose father just may be a Socialist. Lucy is soon at war with the snobbery of her class and her own conflicting desires. Back in England she is courted by a more acceptable, if stifling, suitor, and soon realizes she must make a startling decision that will decide the course of her future: she is forced to choose between convention and passion. The enduring delight of this tale of romantic intrigue is rooted in Forster's colorful characters, including outrageous spinsters, pompous clergymen and outspoken patriots. Written in 1908, A Room With A View is one of E.M. Forster's earliest and most celebrated works.

#book: a room with a view #author: e.m. foster #genre: romance #genre: classics #year: 1900s

[spacetimewithstuartgary]

'Tube map' around planets and moons made possible by knot theory

Just as sat-nav did away with the need to argue over the best route home, scientists from the University of Surrey have developed a new method to find the optimal routes for future space missions without the need to waste fuel. The paper is published in the journal Astrodynamics.

The new method uses mathematics to reveal all possible routes from one orbit to another without guesswork or using enormous computer power.

Danny Owen, who developed the technique at the Surrey Space Center, said, "Previously, when the likes of NASA wanted to plot a route, their calculations relied on either brute force or guesswork.

"Our new technique neatly reveals all possible routes a spacecraft could take from A to B, as long as both orbits share a common energy level.

"This makes the task of planning missions much simpler. We think of it as a tube map for space."

In recent decades, space missions have increasingly relied on the ability to change the course of a satellite's path through space without using fuel.

One way of doing this is to find 'heteroclinic connections'—the paths that allow spacecraft to transfer from one orbit to another without using fuel.

The mathematics for finding these paths is complex—usually calculated by using vast computing power to churn through one option after another or by making an 'intelligent guess' and then investigating it further.

This new technique uses an area of math called knot theory to quickly generate rough trajectories—which can then be refined. By doing so, space agencies can gain a full list of all possible routes from a designated orbit. They can then choose the one that best suits their mission—much as you might choose a route by studying the tube map.

The technique was tested successfully on various planetary systems—including the moon, and the Galilean moons of Jupiter. Both of these are the focus of current and future missions.

Dr. Nicola Baresi, Lecturer in Orbital Mechanics at the University of Surrey, said, "Spurred on by NASA's Artemis program, the new moon race is inspiring mission designers around the world to research fuel-efficient routes that can better and more efficiently explore the vicinity of the moon.

"Not only does our technique make that cumbersome task more straightforward, but it can also be applied to other planetary systems, such as the icy moons of Saturn and Jupiter."

IMAGE....Credit: Astrodynamics (2024). DOI: 10.1007/s42064-024-0201-0

#science #space #astronomy #physics #news #astrophysics

[gaylienz]

https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20220614-the-crusade-for-darker-night-skies

Founded in Arizona in 1988, the IDA was set up by two astronomers to protect night environments from skyglow – excessive, artificial light directed upwards into the sky.

Globally, light pollution has increased by at least 49% over 25 years. Amidst mounting concern from ecologists and astronomers in the 1980s, the IDA was the first recognised authority in the dark sky movement, and remains the largest today.

Since granting Flagstaff, Arizona, the prestigious title of the very first International Dark Sky Place in 2001, the body has supported applications in 49 countries, from Japan to Hungary. It now counts more than 190 sites in its dark sky program, protecting over 110,000sq km (42,471sq miles) of dark places around the globe, including dark sky reserves, communities, islands and sanctuaries.

The status is seen as a seal of approval which can be used by communities as a basis for further conservation, tourism, education or marketing campaigns. And as the benefits of dark skies, including to human health, wildlife and the environment, become better documented, many rural areas are now seeking IDA recognition. The UK currently has the highest concentration of dark sky areas in the world, triggering a "domino effect" as communities race to conserve the darkness.

LED lighting – despite its reputation for energy efficiency – often contains high proportions of blue light in its spectrum, which creates a harsh glare. Simply replacing bulbs with narrow-spectrum or low-colour temperature alternatives, can minimise harmful light. Kelvin (K), is the scale used to judge colour temperature, and typically ranges from 2700-5000K. The gold standard is to install lighting with a colour temperature no higher than 3,000K, in keeping with the IDA's lighting recommendations.

"A very simple way for people to get involved is to look up at the night sky and count the number of stars they can see in the Orion constellation," says Emma Marrington, CPRE's dark sky campaigner. "That can help build up a picture of what the nation's views are from the ground."

If you see 10 stars or fewer in one constellation, you are likely in an area with severe light pollution, notes Marrington. "But if you've got more than 30 stars, then you've got a truly dark sky."

Members of the public submit their results via the charity's website. The results of the 2021 Star Count showed severe light pollution had decreased in the UK by around 10% from the year before. One reason to explain this shift is the "lockdown effect", as human activity dwindled during the Covid-19 pandemic, especially in urban areas.

Research has shown that exposure to artificial light at night (Alan) may cause negative health effects. Our circadian rhythm is at the root of this, acting as part of the body’s internal clock, which is necessary for functions such as our sleep-wake cycle. This is mediated by melatonin, often referred to as the sleep hormone. One 2018 study of older adults found that increasing levels of outdoor nocturnal lighting increased their self-administration of hypnotic drugs.

Light of any kind can suppress the secretion of melatonin, but blue light at night does so more harmfully.

"The biological clock is more sensitive to blue light than longer wavelength light, or warmer colours," says Derk-Jan Dijk, professor of sleep and physiology at the University of Surrey.

In recent years, the blue light content of 'artificial' light has increased, he notes. Exposure to light during the day is not detrimental, but Alan can have adverse consequences.

"If we're exposed to too much light in the evening, our biological clock will delay," Dijk says. "When it's 11pm our biological clock thinks it's only 10pm, but we might not be sleepy yet, so we go to sleep late."

The next morning, however, we still have to be awake bright and early to make it to the office or school on time. This can create a cycle of sleep deprivation, disrupting an internal clock that's been ticking away for millennia.

A 2017 study found a correlation between exposure to light at night and depressive symptoms. A chronic lack of sleep can even influence how cells form and function. New evidence has linked exposure to too much light at night to coronary heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers, especially breast, lung, colorectal and prostate cancers.

Animals can also feel the ramifications of artificial light at night. "In many cases, the consequence of the exposure to artificial light can be as severe as death," says Marco Barbieri, the scientific advisor at the Convention on Migratory Species.

Take insects, which are in rapid decline around the world. Habitat loss, pesticide use, invasive species and climate change are all key drivers, but research has also suggested that artificial light is another, often overlooked, factor of the insect apocalypse, affecting aspects of insect development, foraging reproduction and even predation. The same goes for some sea creatures, with one study finding light pollution reduces the nesting success of loggerhead turtles by 20%.

One of the greatest victims is the bird population. Migrating birds can be attracted to lights when flying at lower altitudes, and may become disoriented and end up circling in an illuminated area. "This unnatural light-induced behaviour can mean they end up depleting their energy reserves and puts them at risk of exhaustion, predation and lethal collision," says Barbieri.

Up to a billion birds are thought to die from building collisions each year in the US, and bright lights play a hand in this. Light pollution can also impact bird migration patterns, leading them to miss optimal climate conditions for foraging and nesting.

Elsewhere in the world, strides are being taken to protect wildlife at night. In the Netherlands, LED street light schemes in towns and cities are supporting rare bats species, while France has adopted one of the most progressive light pollution policies to date. Enshrined in the 2018 law are technical requirements for the design and operation of outdoor lighting installations used in both public and private property.

"When we gaze up into a non-light polluted sky we observe the same cosmos our ancestors would have looked upon. This allows us to reach back in time and gain an understanding of their relationship with the night sky," she says.

Kennett believes that failing to protect these dark, yet illuminating, skies means losing the opportunity to understand this deep-rooted relationship, as well as to look up in wonder at ourselves.

"We'll be taking this away from future generations, as these ancient dark sky spaces are eroded."

#light pollution #lights #nature #animals #climate change #insects #bugs #science #environmentalism #birds #conservation #environment

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The Importance of Hiring Professional Security Guards Service in Surrey for Your Property

#Information #Property #Security Guards #Security Guards Service #Surrey

[property9199]

#Chatsworth Apartments #apartment building #brick #Flickr Explore #Explored #50 faves #50-100 favorites #bestphoto #historic building #Langley Homes For Sale Bc #top realtor in surrey bc #jag sidhu realtor #real estate agent surrey #delta homes for sale bc #Poole #Dorset #Parkstone #Ashley Cross #Street #Black and White #Houses #Homes #Terraced Houses #Gables #Brickwork #Windows #detroit #city #urban #nevada street

[spacenutspod]

Students from Universidad Católica Boliviana prepare to traverse the course at the 2024 Human Exploration Rover Challenge at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, near NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center.Credits: NASA/Taylor Goodwin NASA announced the winners of the 30th Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) April 22, with Parish Episcopal School, from Dallas, winning first place in the high school division, and the University of Alabama in Huntsville, capturing the college/university title. The annual engineering competition – one of NASA’s longest standing challenges – held its concluding event April 19 and April 20, at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, near NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. The complete list of 2024 award winners is provided below: High School Division  First Place: Parish Episcopal School, Dallas Second Place: Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology, Reno, Nevada Third Place: Escambia High School, Pensacola, Florida College/University Division  First Place: University of Alabama in Huntsville Second Place: Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Third Place: Campbell University, Buies Creek, North Carolina Ingenuity Award  University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida Phoenix Award  High School Division: East Central High School, Moss Point, Mississippi College/University Division: North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota Task Challenge Award  High School Division: Erie High School, Erie, Colorado College/University Division: South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Rapid City, South Dakota Project Review Award  High School Division: Parish Episcopal School, Dallas College/University Division: University of Alabama in Huntsville Featherweight Award  Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, Rhode Island Safety Award  High School Division: NPS International School, Singapore College/University Division: Instituto Especializado de Estudios Superiores Loyola, San Cristobal, Dominican Republic Crash and Burn Award  KIET Group of Institutions, Delhi-NCR, India Jeff Norris and Joe Sexton Memorial Pit Crew Award  High School Division: Erie High School, Erie, Colorado College/University Division: Campbell University, Buies Creek, North Carolina Team Spirit Award  Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Most Improved Performance Award High School Division: Jesco von Puttkamer School, Leipzig, Germany College/University Division: Universidad Católica Boliviana – San Pablo, La Paz, Bolivia Social Media Award  High School Division: Bledsoe County High School, Pikeville, Tennessee College/University Division: Universidad de Piura, Peru STEM Engagement Award  High School Division: Princess Margaret Secondary School, Surrey, British Columbia College/University Division: Trine University, Angola, Indiana Artemis Educator Award Sadif Safarov from Istanbul Technical University, Turkey Rookie of the Year Kanakia International School, Mumbai, India More than 600 students with 72 teams from around the world participated as HERC celebrated its 30th anniversary as a NASA competition. Participating teams represented 42 colleges and universities and 30 high schools from 24 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and 13 other nations from around the world. Teams were awarded points based on navigating a half-mile obstacle course, conducting mission-specific task challenges, and completing multiple safety and design reviews with NASA engineers.  “This student design challenge encourages the next generation of scientists and engineers to engage in the design process by providing innovative concepts and unique perspectives,” said Vemitra Alexander, HERC activity lead for NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement at Marshall. “While celebrating the 30th anniversary of the challenge, HERC also continues NASA’s legacy of providing valuable experiences to students who may be responsible for planning future space missions including crewed missions to other worlds.” HERC is one of NASA’s eight Artemis Student Challenges reflecting the goals of the Artemis program, which seeks to land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon while establishing a long-term presence for science and exploration. NASA uses such challenges to encourage students to pursue degrees and careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.  HERC is managed by NASA’s Southeast Regional Office of STEM Engagement at Marshall. Since its inception in 1994, more than 15,000 students have participated in HERC – with many former students now working at NASA, or within the aerospace industry.     To learn more about HERC, please visit:  https://www.nasa.gov/roverchallenge/home/index.html    -end- Gerelle DodsonNASA Headquarters, [email protected] Taylor Goodwin Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala. [email protected] Share Details Last Updated Apr 22, 2024 LocationNASA Headquarters Related TermsSTEM Engagement at NASAArtemisGet InvolvedMarshall Space Flight CenterOpportunities For Students to Get InvolvedPrizes, Challenges & Crowdsourcing

#space #astronomy #news #science

[cleaningservicess0]

The Ultimate Guide to End of Tenancy Cleaning Services in Surrey and Surbiton

Are you gearing up for a move-out in Surrey or Surbiton? Congratulations on the new chapter ahead! But before you bid farewell to your current abode, there's one crucial task that demands your attention: end of tenancy cleaning. Whether you're a tenant preparing to hand back the keys or a landlord aiming to impress prospective occupants, a thorough clean is essential. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into everything you need to know about end of tenancy cleaning services in Surrey and Surbiton.

Understanding End of Tenancy Cleaning End of tenancy cleaning is not your typical household chore. It's a meticulous process aimed at restoring a property to its pristine condition, ensuring it meets the standards expected by landlords or letting agencies. From scrubbing floors to sanitizing appliances, every nook and cranny must be addressed to guarantee a smooth transition between occupants.

Why Opt for Professional Services? While some may consider tackling the cleaning themselves, opting for professional end of tenancy cleaning services in Surrey or Surbiton offers several advantages:

Time-Saving: Moving can be stressful, and time is often in short supply. Professional cleaners come equipped with the expertise and tools to expedite the process, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your move.

Thoroughness: Professional cleaners leave no stone unturned. They possess the knowledge and experience to tackle even the toughest stains and dirt, ensuring the property is spotless from top to bottom.

Compliance: Many landlords and letting agencies in Surrey and Surbiton have specific cleaning requirements outlined in tenancy agreements. Professional cleaners are well-versed in these standards, ensuring full compliance and minimizing the risk of deposit deductions.

Peace of Mind: Entrusting the task to professionals provides peace of mind, knowing that the property will be impeccably cleaned to the highest standards.

The Key Cleaning Services Now, let's explore the essential cleaning services offered as part of end of tenancy cleaning:

End of Tenancy Cleaning Surrey Surrey, with its diverse range of properties, demands bespoke cleaning solutions tailored to each dwelling's unique requirements. Professional cleaners in Surrey offer comprehensive end of tenancy cleaning services, including:

Thorough dusting and wiping of all surfaces Cleaning and disinfecting kitchen appliances, countertops, and cabinets Descaling and sanitizing bathrooms, including tiles, showers, and toilets Vacuuming and mopping floors Removing cobwebs and spot-cleaning walls Ensuring windows and mirrors are sparkling clean

2. End of Tenancy Cleaning Surbiton Surbiton, known for its picturesque neighborhoods and vibrant community, is no stranger to the importance of pristine properties. End of tenancy cleaning services in Surbiton encompass a range of tasks tailored to the area's distinct housing landscape, such as:

Deep cleaning of carpets and upholstery to remove embedded dirt and stains Polishing fixtures and fittings to restore their original luster Eliminating odors and ensuring a fresh, inviting ambiance Cleaning and sanitizing skirting boards, light switches, and door handles Paying attention to often-neglected areas, such as behind appliances and under furniture

3. House Cleaning Surbiton Whether you're moving into a new home or preparing to vacate your current residence, house cleaning services in Surbiton offer comprehensive solutions to suit your needs. From regular upkeep to end of tenancy deep cleans, these services encompass:

Dusting and vacuuming all living spaces, including bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas Cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces, such as doorknobs, remote controls, and light switches Wiping down kitchen surfaces and appliances, including ovens, refrigerators, and microwaves Scrubbing bathrooms to remove grime, mold, and soap scum Tailoring cleaning schedules and services to accommodate your preferences and lifestyle

4. Carpet Cleaning Surrey Carpets endure a significant amount of wear and tear over time, especially in high-traffic areas. Professional carpet cleaning services in Surrey employ specialized techniques to revitalize carpets and rugs, including:

Steam cleaning to penetrate deep into carpet fibers and extract embedded dirt and allergens Stain removal treatments to tackle stubborn spots and spills Deodorizing to eliminate odors and leave carpets smelling fresh and clean Scotchgard protection to safeguard against future stains and spills

5. Cleaning Surbiton: Comprehensive Solutions In Surbiton, cleaning services extend beyond mere surface cleaning. Professional cleaners offer comprehensive solutions to address all aspects of property maintenance, including:

External cleaning services, such as pressure washing driveways, patios, and decking Gutter cleaning to prevent blockages and water damage Window cleaning for streak-free results and enhanced curb appeal Pre- and post-event cleaning for parties, gatherings, and special occasions

6. Cleaning Services Surrey: Your Trusted Partner When it comes to end of tenancy cleaning and beyond, choosing the right cleaning service in Surrey is paramount. Look for providers with a proven track record of excellence, transparent pricing, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

In conclusion, end of tenancy cleaning is a critical step in the moving process, ensuring that properties in Surrey and Surbiton are left in pristine condition for the next occupants. By opting for professional cleaning services, you can save time, achieve thorough results, and enjoy peace of mind knowing that your property is in expert hands. So, whether you're bidding farewell to your old abode or settling into a new one, investing in professional cleaning services is a decision you won't regret.

Remember, a clean start begins with a clean home!

Contact Info:

Address: 20 Saxon Cl, Surbiton KT6 6BP, UK Mail: [email protected] Phone Number: 0203 441 7181 Website URL: http://www.cleaningservicessurrey.co.uk/

#end of tenancy cleaning surrey #end of tenancy cleaning surbiton #house cleaning surbiton #carpet cleaning surrey

[thegreenwallrabbit-blog]

Explaining One of VTMB Paintings (part 17)

The Sisters, oil on canvas (Circa 1890) by Percy Harland-Fisher

Percy Harland-Fisher (1867-1944) was a British painter born in Dulwich, London, UK the youngest of three brothers who all attended the Dulwich Collage which at the time was known for its connections to the art world of the time. He presented artistic paintings at the Royal Academy starting at age 17. As with many artists he painted subjects of interest though tailored to what would sell. This included paintings depicting domestic scenes of the Romany families that lived on the local common. He also had a deep love of animals which often appeared in his more formal portraits. His paintings of children were particularly popular. Most of his paintings are of idilic, simple moments of domestic life, often of subjects from the rural or lower middle class.[1]

In the painting a pair of young sisters in night gowns are opening a wood door to let a flock of all white morning doves in during the day. Two of the doves that face the girls have their tail feathers spread. I was unable to find any online analysis of this piece or of the meaning behind the doves act of flailing their tails. So I'm not sure if the doves are trying to impress the girls in a sign of mating behavior with the girls looking down in amusement on the birds for their foolishness or ifs the two doves trying to assert dominance over each other other in an attempt to determine a pecking order and to impress the rest of the doves just outside the door while girls are watching as outsiders in amusement. There is some importance to the doves displays as they are the only two doves fully in the fore ground, with their light feathers contrasting to the dark woods and are what the two girls are looking at. And while Percy Harland Fisher painting idyllic scenes did not mean that they were all just meant to be surface value beauty devoid of meaning or commentary. Even choosing to paint Romany families ( who at the time were referred to as Gypsies and still to this day face discrimination) and where with the same level of care that he applied to his own family members was a subtle but impactful choice. (see Below)

Gertrude Fisher by The Lake. Pastel (c1911) by Percy Harland-Fisher

"Gertrude Fisher was Percy’s younger sister. She lived with Percy prior to his marriage to Catherine Hudson at The Knightons in Gordon Road. The Fisher family was a close knit family."[1]

Gypsy child (also known as Gypsy Girl or Temptation) Oil on Canvas. (c1930) by Percy Harland-Fisher

"The gypsy community living on the local common were a favourite subject for Fisher. Many of the paintings left in the family’s possession after his death are sketches, watercolours and drawings of the local gypsy community. Although the painting is apparently a young Romany girl, when the museum first acquired the painting a local lady made contact to explain that her sister was the sitter for the picture. She was a Camberley school girl whose look had caught the artist’s eye. She recalled that her sister became bored while sitting for the picture and began picking at the apple in her hands. Mrs Fisher was called into the studio to tell stories to distract her." [1] The alternate title of Temptation is a reference to the apple the girl is holding and the story of Adam and Eve.

Citation

[1]“Percy Harland Fisher (1867 – 1944).” Exploring Surreys Past, Surreys Heath Musem, www.exploringsurreyspast.org.uk/themes/people/artists/fisher/. Accessed 7 Jan. 2024.

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