So we have some special news for you today… And we’d love to know what you think!

Since the photographer half of us has just bought a new camera, the Canon 70D (details over on our Twitter) there’s his old 600D around the place. He’s looking to sell it, but hasn’t yet, so he very kindly offered it to me temporarily to try out a few shots. Although I’m terrified of dropping it, I’ve been having a brilliant time on our photography days out (making heavy use of the ‘automatic’ setting…). I’d love it if you’d have a look at my efforts and see what you think! Suffice to say I won’t be taking over as the primary photo-taker in this relationship, though…

NB: read this post first for an explanation of where we went.

Chandos House:

Houses of Parliament:

A lamppost at the Houses of Parliament (I like details of things!):

Now this has been included for its story rather than photographic merit. Do you remember when we talked about how much we loved Lanhydrock and getting to know the family? They had three sons who fought in the First World War, and Tommy, the eldest, was a great character and very well-loved. He was also, in fact, an MP, and therefore is commemorated in Westminster Hall on the war memorial, as Captain Agar-Robartes.

Part of the Houses of Parliament:

An archway in Westminster Hall:

My attempt at the stunning chandelier in Parliament itself:

As usual, let us know what you think of my efforts!