The Sunday Selfies and Caturday Art Blog Hops at BBHQ **FEATURING** The B Team's Castlerigg Stone Circle Selfie **PLUS** Smooch's UK Historical Travel Guide

Pawesome Sunday greetings furiends

Welcome to another BBHQ selfie selection. This week, we decided to head north again and visit the Lake District.

The B Team's Castlerigg Stone Circle Selfie 

We loved the Castlerigg Stone Circle, and even though the stones aren't as big as the ones at Stonehenge, it's still such a truly pawesome place to see. The views, well, they are just beyond words!

Mew know how much we love ancient standing stones and stone circles, see our previous trips to:

Ring of Brodgar   Stonehenge    Avebury    Rollright Stone Circle    Aberlemno  

Druid's Temple in North Yorkshire Pentre Ifan   

 Boscawen-Un    Duddo Five Stones    Drombeg Stone Circle     Callanish Stones

Scorhill Stone Circle Hurlers Stone Circle     Moel Ty Uchaf Stone Circle

Boskednan Stone Circle The Brat's Hill Stone Circle Nine Stone Close

Uragh Stone Circle    The Men-an-Tol     Beltany Stone Circle    Sunkenkirk Circle

Cullerlie Stone Circle   Cockpit Stone Circle

Here's a little bit of info from BBHQ's Historical Travel Guide, Smooch:

Hello, epic travellers and history lovers!

The Neolithic Castlerigg Stone Circle is a breathtaking sight to behold. Located outside meautiful Keswick in the Lake District, this incredible site overlooks the Thirlmere Valley, and to add to the drama and magnificence, the backdrop of Helvellyn and High Seat mountains adds such atmosphere and presence.

We gazed upon the 38 towering stones, some only 3.25 feet or 1 m tall and others reaching over 7.5 feet or 2.3 m in height. Initially, there were 42 stones, though we don't know what happened to the missing four! The circle has a 97.5 feet or 30 m diameter, so it's pretty big. And we were in awe of the immense skill and dedication it must have taken for the ancestors to construct such a remarkable site over 5,000 years ago, or 3000 BC, in such a location on a hill.

There are various theories, but nopawdy knows for certain why the circle was built or what its purpose was. Some speculate that it was a place of spiritual or religious significance, while others believe it may have been used as an ancient astronomical observatory.

As we wandered around the circle, we felt as though we should be unravelling the mystery, and we did, for just a brief moment, ponder hopping into the TTTB and going back 4,500 years to see what it was really used for. But then, that would destroy the mystery and the magic, wouldn't it? MOL

Regardless of its true purpose, the Castlerigg Stone Circle stands strong and proud, a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the industrious ancestors. Its preservation is a marvel, and we were immensely grateful for the opportunity to witness its grandeur firstpaw. We highly recommend this pawe-inspiring destination to anyone with an interest in history or a desire to experience the wonder of ancient architecture.

Plus, in the Lake District, there are so many other fantastic places to see, and maybe we will visit another one of them soon! 

Purrs

Smooch

The BBHQ Historical Travel Guide 

We're also joining in Athena's Fabulous Art Hop, so do stop by and show off your pawesome arty-farty skills.

We really like this effect for today's selfie! 

The effect was created with Befunky - AI Enhancer, Watercolour 2 GFX + no other changes.

Click here to dive into this cat-tastic puzzle starring the entire B Team, on a day out in the TTTB. It’s a floof-tastic test of feline finesse, and guess what? 

We crushed it in just 9 minutes and 30 seconds. Can mew beat our time? 

Of course, mew can! MOL

Smooch is camped out by the oven right now in anticipation of lunch at 1pm. And this afternoon, we may watch a movie, or, if the weather is clement for the time of year, we may go on a little garden safari as the P.A. has got a few gardening jobs to do.

Do join us again tomorrow, when we're back with another episode of Cats Have Problems Too, and check out this week's Despurrate Dilemma.

We do hope mew have an epic day, and remember to always...

Wing Commander Basil & The B Team

Don't forget to join in the pawesome Sunday Selfies Blog Hop with

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The Sunday Selfies and Caturday Art Blog Hops at BBHQ **FEATURING** The B Team's The Ring of Brodgar Selfie **PLUS** Smooch's UK Historical Travel Guide

Pawesome Sunday greetings furiends

Welcome to another BBHQ selfie selection. This week, we decided to bip north again in the Time Travelling Telephone Box to the ameowzing Orkney Islands in Scotland.

The B Team's Ring of Brodgar Selfie

Wow!  What a truly pawesome place to visit, we enjoyed every moment, and mew can tell Melvyn loved it! MOL

Mew know how much we love ancient standing stones and stone circles, see our previous trips to:

Castlerigg    Stone Henge    Avebury    Rollright Stone Circle    Aberlemno  

Druid's Temple in North Yorkshire Pentre Ifan   

 Boscawen-Un    Duddo Five Stones    Drombeg Stone Circle     Callanish Stones

Scorhill Stone Circle Hurlers Stone Circle     Moel Ty Uchaf Stone Circle

Boskednan Stone Circle The Brat's Hill Stone Circle Nine Stone Close

Uragh Stone Circle    The Men-an-Tol     Beltany Stone Circle    Sunkenkirk Circle

Cullerlie Stone Circle   Cockpit Stone Circle

Here's a little bit of info from BBHQ's Historical Travel Guide, Smooch:

Greetings ,fellow travellers and history lovers!

We had the purrleasure of visiting The Ring of Brodgar, (it sounds like an epic fantasy novel! MOL) an ancient and fascinating site located at Stenness on the Orkney Islands in Scotland, and we cannot wait to share our experience with mew. This paw-inspiring site was built over 4,500 years ago during the Neolithic period and consists of 27 imposing standing stones arranged in a perfect circle with a diameter of just under 104 metres. It is absolutely colossal. Originally, there were approximately 60 stones. Each stone is unique and massive, some standing as tall as 4.5 metres, others as tall as 2.1 metres, and they are arranged in a very precise manner that showcases the incredible engineering and architectural skills of the ancient peoples who built them. The Ring of Brodgar is not only an impressive feat of engineering, but it also has a deep historical and cultural significance. While the exact purpose of the site is still a mystery, historians believe that it was likely used for religious and ceremonial purposes, as well as being a prehistoric astronomical observatory. The site's location, near the stunning Loch of Harray, only adds to its meauty and mystique. Visiting The Ring of Brodgar is an experience that will leave mew in awe. The site's sheer scale and the surrounding natural meauty are breathtaking. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, otters, and seals, which only adds to the charm and uniqueness of the location.

Additionally, the site's proximity to other notable sites such as the Standing Stones of Stenness and the Maeshowe chambered tomb makes it a must-visit for anypawdy interested in ancient history or archaeology. If mew're planning a trip to Scotland, we highly recommend adding The Ring of Brodgar to your itinerary. It's a remarkable piece of history and a beautiful location that will provide mew with a deep appreciation for the ancient peoples who built it and the natural beauty of the Orkney Islands.

And on another note, Scotch Mist is definitely REAL! MOL

Purrs

Smooch

The BBHQ Historical Travel Guide

We're also joining in Athena's Fabulous Art Hop, so do stop by and show off your pawesome arty-farty skills.

The effect was created with Befunky - AI Enhancer, Watercolour 2 GFX + no other changes.

Click here to dive into this cat-tastic puzzle starring the entire B Team, on a day out in the TTTB. It’s a floof-tastic test of feline finesse, and guess what? 

We crushed it in just 9 minutes and 53 seconds. Can mew beat our time? 

Of course, mew can! MOL

Smooch is camped out by the oven right now in anticipation of lunch at 1pm. And this afternoon, we may watch a movie, or, if the weather is clement for the time of year, we may go on a little garden safari as the P.A. has got a few gardening jobs to do.

Do join us again tomorrow, when we're back with another episode of Cats Have Problems Too, and check out this week's Despurrate Dilemma.

We do hope mew have an epic day, and remember to always...

Wing Commander Basil & The B Team

Don't forget to join in the pawesome Sunday Selfies Blog Hop with

 Angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer ~ visit them at their pawesome blog:

www.thecatonmyhead.com

 

Don't furget to subscribe to our blog and never miss another post. 

Graphics created with paid licence @www.canva.com & www.befunky.com 

Basil and The B Team's Rollright Stones Selfie on The Sunday Selfies Blog Hop **PLUS** Smooch's UK Historical Travel Guide

Meowvellous Sunday greetings furiends

This week we decided to see another one of our favourite stone circles!

And after much deliberation, we decided to head southwest to the meautiful Cotswolds district.

Basil and The B Team's Rollright Stones Selfie 

What a place, it was furbulous, but we will let Smooch give mew all the details, as only he can! 

Mew know how much we love ancient standing stones and stone circles, see our previous trips to:

Castlerigg    Stone Henge    Avebury     Aberlemno  

Druid's Temple in North Yorkshire Pentre Ifan   Ring of Brodgar

     Duddo Five Stones    Drombeg Stone Circle     Callanish Stones

Scorhill Stone Circle Hurlers Stone Circle     Moel Ty Uchaf Stone Circle

Boskednan Stone Circle The Brat's Hill Stone Circle

Uragh Stone Circle    The Men-an-Tol     Beltany Stone Circle    Sunkenkirk Circle

Cullerlie Stone Circle   Cockpit Stone Circle     Blackpark Standing Stones     Aikey Brae Stone Circle

Here's a little bit of info from BBHQ's Historical Travel Guide, Smooch:

As we took a leisurely walk through the serene and picturesque countryside of the Cotswolds, we were struck with a profound sense of awe and reverence as we approached the enigmatic and ancient Rollright Stones. These impressive megalithic monuments, situated near the border of Oxfordshire and Warwickshire, have been a source of intrigue, mystery, and wonder for thousands of years. According to historians and archaeologists, the Rollright Stones were erected during the Neolithic period, around 2500 BCE, although some specific stones are thought to be even older. Despite extensive research and study, the exact purpose of these stones remains a subject of debate and speculation. Many experts believe that they may have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes, while others contend that they may have been utilized as an astronomical observatory since they are aligned with the movement of the sun and stars. Regardless of their original purpose, the Rollright Stones are regarded as one of the most significant and pawe-inspiring prehistoric sites in England. Visitors can explore the three main stone formations – the King's Men, the Whispering Knights, and the King Stone – and marvel at the intricate carvings and engravings that adorn them. These stones have withstood the test of time and have a commanding presence that is both humbling and inspiring. In addition to the Rollright Stones, the surrounding area is rich with other historical landmarks and attractions that are worth exploring. The charming village of Long Compton boasts a plethora of medieval buildings and churches, while the bustling market town of Chipping Norton has a fascinating history that dates back to the Roman era. All in all, the Rollright Stones are a truly captivating and enigmatic destination that is sure to leave visitors spellbound. Whether mew are a history enthusiast or simply seeking to immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the Cotswolds, this ancient and mysterious monument is not to be missed. We had a great day out!

Until next week, purrs

Smooch

The BBHQ Historical Travel Guide

We're also joining Athena's Fabulous Art Hop, so do stop by and show off your pawesome arty-farty skills.

The effect was created with Befunky - AI Enhancer, Oil Painting GFX + changes to variation and fidelity.

We also turned this fab arty-farty picture into a puzzle, so do stop by the puzzle page and take the Puzzle Challenge, see if mew can beat our time of 7 mins 32 secs. 

Anyhoo it's time for us to go and look longingly at the oven, as that's the most exciting thing happening here today, as guess what, it's raining again! Not that we're complaining but, really, it should rain between the hours of midnight and six in the morning, then it wouldn't interfere with our BBHQ pawtrolling schedule! MOL

So we'll wish mew all a really supurr, special day, and look forward to your company in the morning when we're back with another pawesomely fun Colouring with Cats post, ready for mew to get your OMS on and Zen Harmonies happening for the week ahead.

In the meantime, don't forget to...

Wing Commander Basil & The B Team

Don't forget to join in the pawesome Sunday Selfies Blog Hop with

 Angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer ~ visit them at their pawesome blog:

www.thecatonmyhead.com

Don't furget to subscribe to our blog and never miss another post. 

Graphics created with paid licence @www.canva.com & www.befunky.com