Bank Holiday Britain

Warwick Road, Carlisle

””I understand the sentiment of these things,” said the minister. “We have all lost folk that we love dearly, and we all remember them. It’s just that if you are standing next to graves with these plastic footballers kicking their legs and windmills going round, it’s a bit much.”
source: The Scotsman

Lower Clapton Road, London

“Buy with confidence and security”
source: England and St George

photo by Sam Oakley

Bethnal Green Road, London

“Before you start moaning, angling for excuses, seeking a convenient scapegoat, stop.”
source: The Mirror

photo by Sam Oakley

Tredegar Road, London

“Please note that only buildings with two or more flag poles may fly the St George’s Flag. It should be flown alongside the Union Flag, which should be in the superior position.”
source: The Department for Culture, Media and Sport

photo by Sam Oakley

Hyde Park Square, London

“Thirteen per cent of drivers affected by droppings claim the damage has knocked off more than £200 from their car’s selling price, with seven per cent claiming it devalued their car by more than £400. ”
source: myfinances.co.uk

photo by Peter Law

College Terrace, London

“It doesn’t occur to everyone, but personal number plates are more than just a way for your car to be identified. Your number plate can actually say a lot about you.”
source: regransfers.co.uk

photo by Sam Oakley

Hardwicke Circus Roundabout underpass, Carlisle

“We work to make the places where everyone lives more attractive, enjoyable and distinctive … We promote civic pride.”
source: Civic Society Initiative

Constitution Street, Leith, Edinburgh

“Wrought iron is more rust resistant than cast iron or mild steel, which makes it popular for use outdoors.”
source: KP Engineering Works Ltd

High Street, Cleethorpes

“A number of high-profile accidents involving mobility scooters have raised concern that drivers cannot be prosecuted and caused some to float the idea of testing users.”
source: BBC News

North High Street, Musselburgh

“The Council has made special arrangements for waste and recycling collections over Christmas and Hogmanay.”
source: East Lothian Council