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One Walk - One Shot, Peterborough (2026)

19/09/2023

🔥Flashback to the RCM Rally🔥

We were thrilled to welcome an extra special group - the distinguished Ermin Street Guard! This remarkable group truly transported us back to the glorious era of the Roman Empire.

We had the amazing chance to rub shoulders with an authentic Roman Legionary unit that camped right beside us! What a golden opportunity it was to immerse ourselves in history, far beyond simply learning about it from books.

The Ermin Street Guard didn't just set up any camp, they made it as true to the Roman era as possible. An authentic Roman Army Camp right in the heart of our event! Attendees strolled around the camp, interacting with legionaries and even a Centurion. Yes, chatting and hanging out with these magnificent historical reenactors was the order of the entire weekend.

And who can forget the experience of being equipped like a Roman soldier? The Guard showcased authentic army equipment, allowing attendees a chance to suit up and feel what it was like being a part of the formidable Roman military.

The captivating displays by the Guard left everyone in awe, and the visit to their camp was genuinely enlightening. Ermin Street Guard worked tirelessly to provide us with a thrilling, tangible window into history. It was genuinely fantastic. The purpose of coming together at the RCM Rally wasn't only to digging but also to appreciate diverse aspects of vibrant heritage in this land.

The weekend was packed with thrills, history, and camaraderie. Thnak you!

16/09/2023

Feeling heartened to have been part of the incredible Rodney Cook Memorial Rally this year. A great event that resonates deeply, not just for the reason it occurred, but for the amazing community spirit it fosters.

Purchasing lottery tickets turned out to be more rewarding than expected. Despite not winning any prizes, knowing that funds raised are supporting those brave souls battling cancer brought a real sense of fulfillment. Guess sometimes, it's not about the win, it's about the cause supported.

Capturing the event in photos has been a pleasure. Each snapshot encapsulates the essence of this beautiful gathering, stemming from a poignant origin.

Born from loss and love, this event is a beacon of hope. As Gary beautifully put it on the rally website, “The Rodney Cook Memorial was born from the untimely and tragic passing of my beloved father Rodney Cook." Such a brave sentiment makes the rally more meaningful.

What's fascinating about this place is the treasure that lies within it—and not just metaphorically speaking. The metal detectorists had a field day, discovering valuable artifacts like medieval and Roman coins, tokens, and more, linking us with history in a direct and tangible way.

Here's to more such events in the future that unite us, help us contribute to a cause, and take us on a ride through history.

14/02/2023

If someone thought that I visited the Cathedral in Peterborough only from the outside, he was very mistaken. Not only did I get there with my boots, but I also pulled out a camera for photography. Until a curious priest approached me and asked if I was here privately or commercially ;) Of course I am privately today! I said, because I wouldn't be brazen enough to photograph without permission for commercial purposes, haha.

In any case, the priest was very nice and showed me places worth to see. Among other things, the oldest element of the Cathedral – stone, which has survived since the time of the first building. It's called Hedda Stone and it's from 800AD. It shows Jesus, Mary and the Apostles.
In addition, it is worth to look up and admire The Nave Celing, which stretches from the entrance through the entire nave. It was completed in 1250 and is considered unique in England due to the way it was painted. At its end, the eye is attracted by a hanging, huge red cross with Jesus. This is another attraction worth attention. The Latin inscription on it says: "the cross stands while the world turns." Smart, isn't it?
Of course, as in any decent Christian building, we will find there a lot of wonderful stained glass. Huge and beautiful, which is most beautifully seen in the western part of the transept. It's dated to the XIX century. In the eastern part of the transept we will find the Chapel of St. Oswald. Between 1000 – 1539, the relic of the arm of St. Oswald was kept there. Unfortunately, I couldn't enter it because a group of priests was doing something there, but I will definitely look there next time ;)
As we head up the Cathedral, we will find ourselves in the part called the sanctuary. It's wonderful there! Ceiling, columns, stained glass... well, something beautiful. We will also find there the tomb of Queen Catherine of Aragon, who was the wife of Henry VIII. She was unhappy because the king cheated on her with another women and neglected her because she couldn't give him a son. We will also find there on the opposite side the former burial place of Queen Mary of Scots.

There are probably more noteworthy places and details, so if anyone has such knowledge, I invite you to share it. Personally, I was delighted with the old stoves heating the church. An unusual structure into which a stream of fire is let in like a balloon. Anyway, go and see for yourself . Meanwhile, I'm uploading a few photos, so you have some idea of this amazing giant. I greet and wish you wonderful Valentine's Day.

13/02/2023

With the first breezes of spring, my body calls me to wander the corners of England. Bear cub wakes up from winter sleep in search of sweet as honey sensations. This Sunday fell on the Cathedra in Peterborough ...

Ughhh... What an amazing building it is! I'm head over heels in love with it at first sight! Not only in the amazing architecture and grandeur of majesty. It is an incredibly energetic place where a person simply feels great. No wonder, the history of this place is very long. Originally as a settlement on the territory of which the Anglo-Saxon abbey was built 654-655, which was one of the first centers of Christianity in England. Destroyed by the Vikings, abandoned for at least 100 years, it transformed into a Benedictine abbey in the X century. The abbey, which survived the Norman invasion and arson, did not save itself from almost complete burning during an inadvertently caused fire.

Wikipedia says that the then-living monk and chronicler Hugo Candidus described the event as follows: On the second day of the non-August period, which was the eve of St. Oswald, king and martyr, through neglect the entire monastery burned down, except for the chapter house, dormitory, refectory and several external lawyers. The refectory served for only three days as entertainment for the poor. The whole city shared the fate of the monastery. The abbot was an impetuous man, and being in great anger, when he was hindered at his meal by several brothers who wanted to clear the tables in the refectory, he cursed the house, imprudently commended him to the enemy of mankind, and went immediately to deal with certain legal questions at Castor. One of the servants, unable to put out the fire, angrily said, "Come devil and blow out the fire." The flames grew, touching the roof, and through the workshops they reached the city. The whole church was engulfed as well as the city, all the monuments were destroyed, and the fire burned in the tower for nine days. On the ninth night, a mighty wind dispersed flames and burning coals.

It was rebuilt in the Norman style in the XII century. However, it was constantly expanded and rebuilt until the XV century. Unfortunately, during the English Civil War it was destroyed again, and rebuilt only completely in the XIX century. The last fire was recorded in 2001, and repairing damage amounted to as much as 1.25 million pounds.

An unusual building, extremely old and extremely anointed with many historical events, still stands proudly and it is impossible to pass by it indifferently. Its amazing aura spreads around, and the current authorities of the monastery make sure that the interest does not wane.
In addition to the usual church services, you can go there for instrumental concerts with the participation of ograns. Besides, the monastery strives to be the center of a growing community of events, exhibitions, informational and educational meetings, performances and civic events... All this makes the cathedral still alive and appealing 😉

Definitely I will return into this monumental buliding. I was invited to visit the underground and climb the tower. One is another story...

In the meantime, I am sharing with you my artistic vision of this monastery :)

09/11/2022

Good morning! Almost a year from the last post. A long time! But I had to take a break from Facebook. Do you also have such times that you need to take a break from social media? It happened to me for the first time in so long, but I am happy about it.

Anyway, today I decided to share some photos from the summer. We already have such gloomy weather outside the windows. At least in Oxford more and more only rain. On such days, I come back to the memories of summer. This time until the weekend in July. Beautiful grounds of Dorset and LP Weekender with detectorist friends. As always, unforgettable moments, until you did not want to leave.

30/12/2021

Brighton ... a city of culture and science. Once upon a time, a village that grew and was given the name of a city. It used to be a sea health resort, and Prince George IV of Hanover built here a magnificent palace. Unfortunately, the city is struggling with homelessness, which is second only to London, which is a big problem. However, apart from that, the city is very lively and colorful. Lots of exhibitions and attractions here. Young people give the atmosphere of skate, which contrasts with the old and sophisticated architecture. An eccentric city, a city full of contradictions. However, it has its own unique charm that attracts crowds here. Tourists can find real treasures here. It is full of monuments and architecturally interesting places. There are also many cozy and independent cafes. You can also drink chocolate there and admire the art of graffiti. The pebble beach may not be the most convenient when it comes to sunbathing, but the stones form a kind of dunes where you can lean and watch the sunset. I like the perverse atmosphere of this place and I like to go there whenever I have the opportunity.

21/12/2021

I guess everyone likes surprises. That is why, together with the TEAM OF THE WORLD METAL DETECTING GROUP, we have organized one for our group leader Adam Chwedczuk. We secretly organized a meeting. We lured Adaś over Tamize and unexpectedly entered several people with Santa Claus, who gave him a gift. Łukasz Zawierucha you are the best Santa I have ever met! :) :) :) The meeting was as always joyful and full of goodies. We came across a piece of the Thames, in which we found a mass of beautiful objects and figurines. Most of them were Hindu items sunk with a expressed wish. Beautiful! We ran away from the shore because the tide was very fast. This, however, did not make us end the meeting. We ate grilled sausages and enjoyed our company and you know what? TWhatever there are, you always want more and more. But memories are warmed up in the darkest days. It is worth living for such moments and for such people.

Once again, we would like to thank Adam for his contribution to the group and for a great heart. And see you next time!

ps. There was a surprise waiting for me too, which caused tears in my eyes. Thank the group for their remembrance, appreciation and support. You are the best! Love

02/12/2021

The rest of Photos :) z TEAM OF THE WORLD METAL DETECTING GROUP i Adam Chwedczuk

01/12/2021

Hello guys in December! It's time to start the Santa Claus and Christmas period! I am sending you the promised photos from the Santa Claus meeting with TEAM OF THE WORLD METAL DETECTING GROUP, which took place a few weeks ago. At the same time, I apologize to everyone who waited for the photos for the delay, but the disease spread me for 3 weeks, and the university exams took most of my time. However, I believe in the power of memories worth refreshing. So I am sending you half of the photos, and there are so many of them. I will add more to them in the coming days. Meanwhile, I would like to greet all of you and thank you for a wonderful meeting. I would also like to thank Adam Chwedczuk for the great organization and the members of the group for the wonderful help in organizing the event. The atmosphere was amazing! To this day, I have a smile on my face, especially when I look at the photos. Love you all!

15/11/2021

Yesterday I had the pleasure to be in the detector event again. This time, TEAM OF THE WORLD METAL DETECTING GROUP has prepared Christmas digging. The small session I made for the Christmas cards for the group was pure pleasure. Thank you Adam Chwedczuk for the invitation and for great organization. Thank you to wonderful people for the amazing atmosphere and fun. Report from the entire event soon!

30/10/2021

"Landscape photos are actually indoor landscapes."
Minor White

From the cycle - Through the glass at night

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIw8SO6dadQ&t=53s
watch and listen

27/10/2021

Getting up at 3am is not my favorite activity. Nevertheless, sometimes I'm tempted and usually I'm very happy afterwards. In this case, which happened quite recently, it also worked. The meeting with the greatest team of Polish Treasure Hunters in the British Isles was worth it. We showed up at the Thames at dusk, even pictures couldn't be taken too much. It was a new place. Who will guess after the photos in which area of London we were?

In any case, going down to the river was not easy. Metal ladders were 4 meters long. Plus they were icy, but the atmosphere was hot from the start. For me as a photographer it was a challenge to take pictures at dawn with little light on the begining. The rest had other challenges. It turned out that in this part of the Thames the ground is completely different and that the detectors give signals differently. It was not easy, but the effort paid off, because the gold came in and some other interesting items. Please visit the TEAM OF THE WORLD METAL DETECTING GROUP fanpage to see the finds.

Thank you for a great morning in the mud but with a smile on my and yours faces.

https://youtu.be/Fx4z2T77iJ8 movie from Adam Chwedczuk 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪

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