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@BenjaminHCCarr@hachyderm.io · 7 days ago

#UK urged to unplug from #US #tech giants as #digitalsovereignty fears grow
Campaigners say #Britain's dependence on #BigTech leaves critical systems exposed to political pressure
https://www.theregister.com/2026/01/06/uk_urged_to_unplug_from/

UK urged to cut out US Big Tech for sake of digi sovereignty

: Campaigners say Britain's dependence on Big Tech leaves critical systems exposed to political pressure

Benjamin Carr, Ph.D. 👨🏻‍💻🧬

@BenjaminHCCarr@hachyderm.io · 7 days ago

#UK urged to unplug from #US #tech giants as #digitalsovereignty fears grow
Campaigners say #Britain's dependence on #BigTech leaves critical systems exposed to political pressure
https://www.theregister.com/2026/01/06/uk_urged_to_unplug_from/

UK urged to cut out US Big Tech for sake of digi sovereignty

: Campaigners say Britain's dependence on Big Tech leaves critical systems exposed to political pressure

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@Iancylkowski@pixelfed.social · 3 months ago

NEW LOCATION KLAXON 🚨

Welcome to the Shropshire Hills. Starting in the Carding Mill Valley, we enjoyed a solid 10km hike taking in the reservoir, Lightspout waterfall, and all the glorious views from the top of the Long Mynd.

Not pictured: getting drenched.

More photos from this day are waiting for you, yes you, specifically -> https://www.iancylkowski.com/blog/2025/10/31/long-mynd-shropshire-hills-autumn 👍

#landscape #landscapephotography #autumn #fall #shropshire #uk #britain #england #cardingmillvalley #longmynd #nature #travel

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A dramatic rainbow arcs across a cloudy sky above a sweeping autumnal landscape, with the foreground composed of dark reddish-brown moorland grasses and low heather in the foreground, whilst distant rounded hills rise in layers of russet, mauve, and sage green beneath bands of mist and atmospheric haze. The middle distance reveals pastoral fields in soft greens and golds nestled between the undulating slopes, with Caer Caradoc's distinctive rounded summit prominent on the right, its flanks painted in autumn hues of burgundy and burnt sienna. Brooding storm clouds dominate the upper half of the composition, their grey and white masses illuminated by breaks of pale blue sky through which the rainbow glows brilliantly, creating a moody yet uplifting vista characteristic of the Shropshire Hills' dramatic weather and rugged moorland terrain.

A rocky mountain stream winds through a deep valley beneath towering hillsides in autumn, with a wooden footbridge visible in the middle distance spanning the water. The steep slopes on either side are clothed in moorland vegetation displaying the season's palette of burnt orange, russet brown, and moss green, interspersed with exposed grey limestone and white scree, whilst the prominent rounded summit of Haddon Hill rises majestically ahead, its upper reaches bathed in warm sunlight and covered in golden-green grass with darker patches of heather and bracken. The clear stream tumbles over smooth rocks in the foreground, flanked by low vegetation and ferns, and the sky above is pale blue with soft white clouds, creating a serene autumnal landscape typical of the Shropshire Hills.

A narrow waterfall cascades down a dark rocky cliff face into a small dark pool within a dramatic gorge, flanked by steep stratified limestone walls covered in moss, lichen, and autumn vegetation in shades of burnt orange, rust, and sage green. The waterfall's white water contrasts sharply against the shadowed stone as it tumbles between the towering rock faces, which display natural geological layering and weathered surfaces stained with mineral deposits and algae growth. Boulders and rocky outcrops jut from the ground in the foreground, their surfaces worn smooth by water and time, whilst overhanging vegetation and ferns cling to crevices along the cliff edges, creating an intimate and secluded natural amphitheatre typical of the hidden geological gems found throughout the Shropshire Hills.

A grey and a chestnut pony graze peacefully on lush green moorland dotted with patches of golden-brown tussock grass in the foreground, within a dramatic V-shaped valley framed by steep darkly-vegetated hillsides in shades of moss green and russet brown. Beyond the valley, the picturesque market town of Church Stretton nestles amongst clusters of trees in the middle distance, its buildings rendered small by scale but clearly visible amidst autumnal woodland in yellows and greens, whilst the distinctive rounded summit of Hope Bowdler Hill rises majestically in the far background with similar autumnal colouration. The landscape extends further still to distant purple-hazed ridges and the faraway Clee Hills, all beneath a pale sky scattered with soft white clouds, creating a quintessential Shropshire Hills vista that captures the essence of the moorland's pastoral character and dramatic topography.

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Ian Cylkowski Photography.

Long Mynd, Shropshire Hills, Autumn — Ian Cylkowski Photography. Photography

A lot on offer in such a small space.

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@Iancylkowski@pixelfed.social · 3 months ago

NEW LOCATION KLAXON 🚨

Welcome to the Shropshire Hills. Starting in the Carding Mill Valley, we enjoyed a solid 10km hike taking in the reservoir, Lightspout waterfall, and all the glorious views from the top of the Long Mynd.

Not pictured: getting drenched.

More photos from this day are waiting for you, yes you, specifically -> https://www.iancylkowski.com/blog/2025/10/31/long-mynd-shropshire-hills-autumn 👍

#landscape #landscapephotography #autumn #fall #shropshire #uk #britain #england #cardingmillvalley #longmynd #nature #travel

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A dramatic rainbow arcs across a cloudy sky above a sweeping autumnal landscape, with the foreground composed of dark reddish-brown moorland grasses and low heather in the foreground, whilst distant rounded hills rise in layers of russet, mauve, and sage green beneath bands of mist and atmospheric haze. The middle distance reveals pastoral fields in soft greens and golds nestled between the undulating slopes, with Caer Caradoc's distinctive rounded summit prominent on the right, its flanks painted in autumn hues of burgundy and burnt sienna. Brooding storm clouds dominate the upper half of the composition, their grey and white masses illuminated by breaks of pale blue sky through which the rainbow glows brilliantly, creating a moody yet uplifting vista characteristic of the Shropshire Hills' dramatic weather and rugged moorland terrain.

A rocky mountain stream winds through a deep valley beneath towering hillsides in autumn, with a wooden footbridge visible in the middle distance spanning the water. The steep slopes on either side are clothed in moorland vegetation displaying the season's palette of burnt orange, russet brown, and moss green, interspersed with exposed grey limestone and white scree, whilst the prominent rounded summit of Haddon Hill rises majestically ahead, its upper reaches bathed in warm sunlight and covered in golden-green grass with darker patches of heather and bracken. The clear stream tumbles over smooth rocks in the foreground, flanked by low vegetation and ferns, and the sky above is pale blue with soft white clouds, creating a serene autumnal landscape typical of the Shropshire Hills.

A narrow waterfall cascades down a dark rocky cliff face into a small dark pool within a dramatic gorge, flanked by steep stratified limestone walls covered in moss, lichen, and autumn vegetation in shades of burnt orange, rust, and sage green. The waterfall's white water contrasts sharply against the shadowed stone as it tumbles between the towering rock faces, which display natural geological layering and weathered surfaces stained with mineral deposits and algae growth. Boulders and rocky outcrops jut from the ground in the foreground, their surfaces worn smooth by water and time, whilst overhanging vegetation and ferns cling to crevices along the cliff edges, creating an intimate and secluded natural amphitheatre typical of the hidden geological gems found throughout the Shropshire Hills.

A grey and a chestnut pony graze peacefully on lush green moorland dotted with patches of golden-brown tussock grass in the foreground, within a dramatic V-shaped valley framed by steep darkly-vegetated hillsides in shades of moss green and russet brown. Beyond the valley, the picturesque market town of Church Stretton nestles amongst clusters of trees in the middle distance, its buildings rendered small by scale but clearly visible amidst autumnal woodland in yellows and greens, whilst the distinctive rounded summit of Hope Bowdler Hill rises majestically in the far background with similar autumnal colouration. The landscape extends further still to distant purple-hazed ridges and the faraway Clee Hills, all beneath a pale sky scattered with soft white clouds, creating a quintessential Shropshire Hills vista that captures the essence of the moorland's pastoral character and dramatic topography.

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Ian Cylkowski Photography.

Long Mynd, Shropshire Hills, Autumn — Ian Cylkowski Photography. Photography

A lot on offer in such a small space.

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@Iancylkowski@pixelfed.social · 3 months ago

I've just had a week in Shropshire. First time. What a bloody lovely county.

First on the menu for you, Ludlow, a beautiful and deeply historical town. This small town is home to nearly 500 listed buildings, deemed historically and/or architecturally significant.

View more of these new photos right here -> https://www.iancylkowski.com/blog/2025/10/26/ludlow-shropshire-autumn 👍

#architecture #architecturephotography #history #historical #shropshire #ludlow #medievaltown #autumn #fall #uk #britain #england

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A picturesque street scene from Broad Street in Ludlow showcases a striking contrast between architectural periods, with a timber-framed building featuring distinctive dark wooden beams and white infill panels dominating the foreground on the right, its ornately carved bargeboards and leaded casement windows exemplifying Tudor craftsmanship. Behind and rising majestically above the period buildings stands St. Laurence's Church, its golden sandstone tower soaring skyward with multiple decorative pinnacles and a row of tall, pointed lancet windows that speak to its Perpendicular Gothic heritage. To the left, a later red-brick Georgian building provides contemporary context to the medieval street layout, whilst ground-floor shopfronts including what appears to be a clothing retailer occupy the street level, and a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds illuminates the honey-coloured stonework, creating a scene that encapsulates Ludlow's rich historical layers.

A magnificent timber-framed building with distinctive dark wooden beams contrasts sharply against cream-coloured infill panels, featuring multiple gabled roofs with ornate carved details and decorative bargeboards typical of late medieval architecture. The Feathers Hotel in Ludlow showcases intricate geometric lattice patterning across its windows and decorative panels, with the ground floor featuring shop frontage adorned with hanging baskets of vibrant pink and white flowers beneath a covered walkway supported by dark timber posts. The building's stepped gable roofline rises prominently against a partly cloudy blue sky, whilst neighbouring historic structures in pale cream render are visible to the left, and the wet paving stones below suggest recent rain, all capturing the charm of this Grade I listed building that stands as a quintessential example of English Tudor heritage architecture in the heart of Shropshire's historic market town.

A magnificent medieval stone bridge spans the River Teme at Dinham, its three graceful arches constructed from pale honey-coloured ashlar stone reflected in the still water below, whilst ivy and lichen cling to its weathered masonry and parapet walls that are dotted with small plants thriving in crevices. Dominating the skyline behind the bridge, the imposing ruins of Ludlow Castle rise majestically above the riverbank, its sturdy stone towers and crenellated walls partially softened by a vibrant display of autumnal foliage in shades of golden yellow, amber and green, with a red-brick Georgian building visible amongst the trees to the right. The foreground is framed by lush riverside vegetation including sedges and wild plants along the water's edge, whilst the clear blue sky dotted with white clouds and dappled sunlight create an atmospheric scene that captures the historical significance and natural beauty of this Shropshire landscape.

A striking row of historic timber-framed buildings in Ludlow displays the characteristic architecture of medieval England, with Ye Olde Bull Ring Tavern prominently featured at ground level, its brick frontage bearing the establishment's name in golden lettering beneath storeys of intricately patterned dark wooden beams and cream-coloured infill panels that rise to steeply pitched gable roofs. The building, dated circa 1365 as indicated on its left side, showcases multiple mullioned casement windows with leaded panes that reflect the afternoon light, whilst decorative wrought-iron signs hang from the facade, including a stylised tree motif above the tavern entrance. To the right, neighbouring buildings continue the architectural tradition with their own geometric beam patterns and stepped gables, their pale stone construction providing contrast, and the wet paving stones below suggest recent rainfall, all beneath a partly cloudy sky.

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Ian Cylkowski Photography.

Ludlow, Shropshire, Autumn — Ian Cylkowski Photography. Photography

A week around somewhere completely new to us.

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@Iancylkowski@pixelfed.social · 3 months ago

I've just had a week in Shropshire. First time. What a bloody lovely county.

First on the menu for you, Ludlow, a beautiful and deeply historical town. This small town is home to nearly 500 listed buildings, deemed historically and/or architecturally significant.

View more of these new photos right here -> https://www.iancylkowski.com/blog/2025/10/26/ludlow-shropshire-autumn 👍

#architecture #architecturephotography #history #historical #shropshire #ludlow #medievaltown #autumn #fall #uk #britain #england

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A picturesque street scene from Broad Street in Ludlow showcases a striking contrast between architectural periods, with a timber-framed building featuring distinctive dark wooden beams and white infill panels dominating the foreground on the right, its ornately carved bargeboards and leaded casement windows exemplifying Tudor craftsmanship. Behind and rising majestically above the period buildings stands St. Laurence's Church, its golden sandstone tower soaring skyward with multiple decorative pinnacles and a row of tall, pointed lancet windows that speak to its Perpendicular Gothic heritage. To the left, a later red-brick Georgian building provides contemporary context to the medieval street layout, whilst ground-floor shopfronts including what appears to be a clothing retailer occupy the street level, and a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds illuminates the honey-coloured stonework, creating a scene that encapsulates Ludlow's rich historical layers.

A magnificent timber-framed building with distinctive dark wooden beams contrasts sharply against cream-coloured infill panels, featuring multiple gabled roofs with ornate carved details and decorative bargeboards typical of late medieval architecture. The Feathers Hotel in Ludlow showcases intricate geometric lattice patterning across its windows and decorative panels, with the ground floor featuring shop frontage adorned with hanging baskets of vibrant pink and white flowers beneath a covered walkway supported by dark timber posts. The building's stepped gable roofline rises prominently against a partly cloudy blue sky, whilst neighbouring historic structures in pale cream render are visible to the left, and the wet paving stones below suggest recent rain, all capturing the charm of this Grade I listed building that stands as a quintessential example of English Tudor heritage architecture in the heart of Shropshire's historic market town.

A magnificent medieval stone bridge spans the River Teme at Dinham, its three graceful arches constructed from pale honey-coloured ashlar stone reflected in the still water below, whilst ivy and lichen cling to its weathered masonry and parapet walls that are dotted with small plants thriving in crevices. Dominating the skyline behind the bridge, the imposing ruins of Ludlow Castle rise majestically above the riverbank, its sturdy stone towers and crenellated walls partially softened by a vibrant display of autumnal foliage in shades of golden yellow, amber and green, with a red-brick Georgian building visible amongst the trees to the right. The foreground is framed by lush riverside vegetation including sedges and wild plants along the water's edge, whilst the clear blue sky dotted with white clouds and dappled sunlight create an atmospheric scene that captures the historical significance and natural beauty of this Shropshire landscape.

A striking row of historic timber-framed buildings in Ludlow displays the characteristic architecture of medieval England, with Ye Olde Bull Ring Tavern prominently featured at ground level, its brick frontage bearing the establishment's name in golden lettering beneath storeys of intricately patterned dark wooden beams and cream-coloured infill panels that rise to steeply pitched gable roofs. The building, dated circa 1365 as indicated on its left side, showcases multiple mullioned casement windows with leaded panes that reflect the afternoon light, whilst decorative wrought-iron signs hang from the facade, including a stylised tree motif above the tavern entrance. To the right, neighbouring buildings continue the architectural tradition with their own geometric beam patterns and stepped gables, their pale stone construction providing contrast, and the wet paving stones below suggest recent rainfall, all beneath a partly cloudy sky.

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Ian Cylkowski Photography.

Ludlow, Shropshire, Autumn — Ian Cylkowski Photography. Photography

A week around somewhere completely new to us.

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