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The abbey is much shorter than its Norman predecessor, occupying only the space of its nave; the former choir and transepts were where the railinged green is in this view.

The houses on the north corner of Laura Place became an hotel in 1866 and acquired the ornate iron and glass porch early this century.

As this village is at the far north of the Rhondda it is not too far from the Brecon National Park, famous for its rivers and waterfalls, carving out the limestone country.

The New Pier (it dated from 1891) runs along the skyline of this view of the seafront, with its former Boundary Archway (separating Burton's town from Hastings) on the right.

This church in Occupation Road was the first of four permanent buildings to be set up in the town for the large Catholic population, opening its doors in November 1938.

The Swan Hotel 1926 The Swan Hotel stands on the outskirts of the village of Grasmere, on the A591, and was formerly a coaching inn on the main road between Windermere and Keswick.

Looking south along London Road, we see several of the desirable bungalows and villas built by Messrs Bosworth & Wakeford, many of which are still owned by them.

There are still signs of life, however! Note the branch of Lloyds Bank on the left, and the Scala cinema on the right next to N Joseph, General Stores.

The character of the village has changed greatly in recent years as commuters have discovered it.

The parish church of All Saints stands on the banks of the River Ouse. Like a watch tower overlooking the river, the tower is embattled and has pinnacles at the corners.

The chimneys of the building just left of centre have gone, and it now has a more standard roof. The Red Lion inn, on the right, has changed its name; it is now called Ye Olde Pioneer.

Halfway down the left of the street, the whitewashed George Hotel, now renamed, developed as a coaching inn. The spire behind is that of Chard's large Congregational church.

Exford is one of the few Exmoor villages with a green. This scene has little changed, with the Exmoor Stores and the Crown Hotel surviving and still relying on trade from hunting.

The 100ft tower of St Peter and St Paul's Church dominates this estate village of grey lias cottages. The tower is in the Somerset style, and is decorated with fifty carved figures.

Few resorts have as many green spaces as Bournemouth; these are the remnants of the original great chine and wild heathland around which the town was built.

Southbourne maintains its air of tranquillity even today, compared to the bustle of Bournemouth. It is bordered by the sea on one side and a meandering river on the other.

A busier view of Bournemouth's pier attracting the crowds. The pier has undergone several transformations since it was first built, but retains its popularity.

The view across the river from the wooded slopes of Pelaw Wood is magnificent. In the distance are the cathedral and the castle, and below is the former race course alongside the river.

Wooden arches on stone pillars support the timbered walls and gables of this little gem. Note the ornamental barge boards.

At first glance, this row of modern shops, named after the local Anstey Hall, has not changed since 1960; but closer inspection reveals new tenants in the shops, larger trees and flower beds, and more

The 'Salford City' passes numerous stacks of imported timber at the yard in Station Road, Latchford.

The van on the left was ahead of its time by using the back door for the slogan: 'If it's tractors ask Reginald Tildesley'. In the background is the turreted tower of St Mary's parish church.

The large building on the left is The Talbot Hotel, a common name for pubs and hotels in the Welsh Marches.

Lying to the north-east of Iona, the uninhabited island of Staffa is celebrated for its caves and rock formations. Legend has it that the cave was formed when the giant Finn McCoul made the island.