Ratcheugh Observatory ancestry Village in the Snow- Across

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I took a brisk walk along the Riverside Path towards Thropton

The interplay between the delicate colours of the morning sky and the enduring presence of the castle creates a scene that is both peaceful and uplifting

She holds a wooden spoon ready to create a delicious cake or hearty meal

changing the colours

Ratcheugh Observatory ancestry Village in the Snow- AcrossI've been intending to paint Ratcheugh Observatory for years, and it's finally made its way onto the easel. This wonderfully quirky and eye catching folly stands on a prominent crag just outside Alnwick on the road to the coast. Visible for miles around, it must give sweeping views across the surrounding countryside, from the coastline to the inland hills. Although it looks every inch the romantic observatory, it wasn't built for studying the heavens.