General Discussion
Suggest hanging a 'catenary of track' between the stench pipes? - Not to scale of course! Honestly it's a serious suggestion, not least because said 'rope bridge' is in most people's eyes (nationally for sure) the defining image of the storms. Makes use of the pipes that are so disliked as well Alternatively do some other artform (e.g. mural on wall, stained glass back drop etc) that ...
The other issue that will need consideration is what preparation of the existing grey may be necessary (may be nothing more than de-greasing needed) and selecting not just marine grade paint but something that is both a topcoat and compatible with existing. Painting swans on ditto, which may mean a DIY job may not be too simple. I'll have a word with PPG and see if they can advise on options ...
'Holly Green' is one colour of choice used on the new 'Borders' line.
In the new era of 'Anschluss and Sudetenland' parallels, Europe vitally needs to be seen to pull together and be united for the common good, right now. End of.
Don't think a DAL would particularly help Dawlish or tourists. Although those on that side of town may then be nearer to a station, I wouldn't bank on getting one in the near future at least. No I think Dawlish is very fortunate to have its station exactly where it is and to stay served from both directions! Best solution is to make a really good job of a breakwater/groynes etc to push the ...
...and the main speaker, William Allsop, is a visiting Prof. at Southampton Uni. so will probably be very familiar with the contents of this document... http://www.southampton.ac.uk/~imw/Dawlish-Warren.htm
10/10 Fully booked though.
p.s. David is co-presenting a technical lecture on 8th May 6pm addressing Dawlish Seawall options. Will see if a video link is possible.
David Finch has over 25 years’ experience in coastal and estuarine dynamics both at Wallingford and previously for a major UK consultant where he lead coastal process modelling for coastal and port work, including a year in Dubai. At Wallingford, David has been responsible for management of a wide range of coastal studies supporting both design and environmental impact assessments. He has ...
Am sure Mrs C will be more than happy to oblige (see 'Dawlish Webcam')
