MJ Maccardini (trailerfullofpix)'s photos with the keyword: waterlow park

IMG 6436-001-Andrew Marvell Poem

IMG 6436-001-Andrew Marvell Poem

MJ Maccardini (trailerfullofpix)
14 Feb 2020 184
Lauderdale House garden, Waterlow Park. The inscription reads: How well the skilful gardener drew Of flowers and herbs this dial new. Where, from above, the milder sun Does through a fragrant zodiac run. And, as it works, the industrious bee Computes its time as well as we. How could such sweet and wholesome hours Be reckoned but with herbs and flowers. Andrew Marvell (1620-78) The poet's home was nearby and is marked by this plaque on Highgate Hill:
IMG 6434-001-Lauderdale House Sundial

IMG 6434-001-Lauderdale House Sundial

MJ Maccardini (trailerfullofpix)
14 Feb 2020 1 159
The dial plate is level with the top of the dome of St Paul's Cathedral. So is the ladybug.
IMG 6431-001-Sir Sydney H. Waterlow Plaque

IMG 6431-001-Sir Sydney H. Waterlow Plaque

MJ Maccardini (trailerfullofpix)
14 Feb 2020 144
Lord Mayor of London, donor of Waterlow Park. Plaque at the base of the statue.
IMG 6430-001-Sir Sydney H. Waterlow Statue

IMG 6430-001-Sir Sydney H. Waterlow Statue

MJ Maccardini (trailerfullofpix)
14 Feb 2020 155
Lord Mayor of London, donor of Waterlow Park
IMG 6429-001-Rainy View

IMG 6429-001-Rainy View

MJ Maccardini (trailerfullofpix)
14 Feb 2020 144
From Waterlow Park, looking down on the City of London. The park is full of lovely, painterly photo ops, even when the weather turns gloomy.
IMG 6426-001-Highgate Hill Drinking Fountain

IMG 6426-001-Highgate Hill Drinking Fountain

MJ Maccardini (trailerfullofpix)
13 Feb 2020 179
Installed by the Metropolitan Drinking Fountain and Cattle Trough Association on Highgate Hill next to the Waterlow Park wall.