Category: 4. Thursday Doors

Thursday doors – 12 September 2024 – Doors of Nottingham

Doors 277 – Doors of Nottingham (Part II), UK, March 2024

Last week’s doors of Nottingham seemed to go down rather well. What I like about visiting urban centres in the UK, is there seems to be a lack of uniformity of architecture. Some ancient buildings survived the bombing of the second world war and these are often found cheek by jowl with buildings of multiple periods right up to the modern day. It makes for an eclectic collection of doors (and doorways – as some of the doors have been replaced) through history.

This is an un-themed random set of doors that I encountered in Nottingham back in March this year presented in the order in which I found them. I hope you enjoy them.

I realise that I haven’t been reading and commenting on other people’s blog posts for a couple of weeks, which is a bit rude of me and for which I apologise. I have been ultra-busy, but hope to get back into a rhythm before too long.

Mills Buildings doors and gate (reproduction Ant Nouveau?) Nottingham, March 2024
Mills Buildings doors and gate (reproduction Ant Nouveau?) Nottingham, March 2024
Big door, little door, Nottingham, March 2024
Big door, little door, Nottingham, March 2024
Grey door and steps, Nottingham, March 2024
Grey door and steps, Nottingham, March 2024
Black door with solid 'statement' surround, Nottingham, March 2024
Black door with solid ‘statement’ surround, Nottingham, March 2024
Red door with ornate panelling and stonework, Nottingham, March 2024
Red door with ornate panelling and stonework, Nottingham, March 2024
Black door with awning and incorporated window, Nottingham, March 2024
Black door with awning and incorporated window, Nottingham, March 2024
Old wooden door with studs in a brick wall, Nottingham, March 2024
Old wooden door with studs in a brick wall, Nottingham, March 2024

So that’s it from Nottingham this week. There is one more selection from Nottingham which I will post next time. Wishing you a happy weekend.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

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Thursday doors – 5 September 2024 – Doors of Nottingham

Doors 276 – Doors of Nottingham (Part I), UK, March 2024

I missed last week’s Thursday doors, there was simply too much going on, and I ran out of time. I am feeling similarly ragged this morning, so this is going to be a quick one. Many of my Thursday doors collections happen to be tied in with work meetings around the country, when I have to do an ‘over-nighter’. On the day of the meeting I tend to get up early from my hotel, wander around the town or city for an hour or so before joining my colleagues, and it is during this stroll that I get to take photographs. This week I bring you the first of three selections from Nottingham captured in March this year, I hope you enjoy them.

Gray & Bull opticians door, Nottingham, March 2024
Gray & Bull opticians door, Nottingham, March 2024
Notts Bank Chambers doors, Nottingham, March 2024
Notts Bank Chambers doors, Nottingham, March 2024
Neighbours with rather different doors, Nottingham, March 2024
Neighbours with rather different doors, Nottingham, March 2024
Yellow door behind a gate, Nottingham, March 2024
Yellow door behind a gate, Nottingham, March 2024
Carlton Buildings (flats 1-9) door, Nottingham, March 2024
Carlton Buildings (flats 1-9) door, Nottingham, March 2024
Black door and barber's pole, Nottingham, March 2024
Black door and barber’s pole, Nottingham, March 2024
Stunning Gothic architecture and green doors, Nottingham, March 2024
Stunning Gothic architecture and green doors, Nottingham, March 2024

I would love to expand on some of these doors, and buildings, but am a little pressed for time.

I hope to be a little more organised next time, until then… cheerio.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

Thursday doors – 22 August 2024, Birmingham

Doors 275 – Doors of Birmingham, UK, November 2023

Back in November, I had a meeting in Birmingham. I think it was a large team meeting, and because we have colleagues located all around the country, Birmingham was chosen as the venue because it is pretty central, and reduces travel costs and time for most people.

These pictures were taken between the station and the meeting venue, which would appear to be the heart of the law district in Birmingham, with plenty of chambers and the Birmingham Law Library. There are some surprisingly interesting doors in the selection, which were photographed in a bit of a hurry during the ten-minute walk.

Trocadero and Albert Chambers doors, Birmingham, November 2023
Trocadero and Albert Chambers doors, Birmingham, November 2023

Anticipating Christmas doors, Birmingham, November 2023
Anticipating Christmas doors, Birmingham, November 2023

Fire exit door and fine masonry, Birmingham, November 2023
Fire exit door and fine masonry, Birmingham, November 2023

Austere Temple Buildings doors, Birmingham, November 2023
Austere Temple Buildings doors, Birmingham, November 2023

Birmingham Law Library doors, Birmingham, November 2023
Birmingham Law Library doors, Birmingham, November 2023

Black doors and fancy stone faces, Birmingham, November 2023
Black doors and fancy stone faces, Birmingham, November 2023

Double set of doors at Newton Chambers, Birmingham, November 2023
Double set of doors at Newton Chambers, Birmingham, November 2023

So that’s it from me this week, and from Birmingham for the time being. I’ll have to root around in my folders to decide what to post next time. May I wish you a great weekend ahead.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

Thursday doors – 15 August 2024, Manchester

Doors 274 – Doors of Manchester, UK, November 2023 (Part III)

A quick one from me this week. I have a meeting in London today and had to prepare this post last night, along with several other posts. This is the third and final instalment of doors from my November trip to Manchester last year with my daughter.

As with last time, nothing too out of the ordinary, just doors that I saw on my ramblings. I particularly like the four-story building, not for its nor its neighbour’s doors, but because I’d love to know more about the merchant who originally had it built, showing off their wealth with four whole floors compared with the two-story buildings either side.

I hope you enjoy.

Old wholesale fish market entrance gateway, Manchester, November 2023
Old wholesale fish market entrance gateway, Manchester, November 2023

Old wholesale fish market entrance gateway, Manchester, November 2023
Old wholesale fish market entrance gateway, Manchester, November 2023

Stuart Little's house in reverse, Manchester, November 2023
Stuart Little’s house in reverse, Manchester, November 2023

Just an ordinary black door with little awning, Manchester, November 2023
Just an ordinary black door with little awning, Manchester, November 2023

Grand doorway, security gate and black door with notice panels, Manchester, November 2023
Grand doorway, security gate and black door with notice panels, Manchester, November 2023

Take a rest, as a friend - modest grandeur for this pub door, Manchester, November 2023
Take a rest, as a friend – modest grandeur for this pub door, Manchester, November 2023

Fancy stonework and ironwork around a fairly utilitarian door, Manchester, November 2023
Fancy stonework and ironwork around a fairly utilitarian door, Manchester, November 2023

LS Banksy (Lowry) door shutter, Manchester, November 2023
LS Banksy (Lowry) door shutter, Manchester, November 2023

Well that’s all folks for another week. I’m not too sure what I’ll be posting next time. Prepare for a surprise (for me as much as for you).

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

Thursday doors – 1 August 2024, Manchester

Doors 273 – Doors of Manchester, UK, November 2023 (Part II)

Life is speeding up. It is already 1 August, the days are getting shorter, and so far 2024 has been a blur – it would be nice to be able to slow things down, at least for just a little while. It is probably my age, and a realisation that every moment is precious, but why would that make time go by faster? I am sure there must be studies on this kind of phenomenon, but I don’t have the time to seek them out and read them!

These doors were photographed last November while visiting Manchester with my daughter, who is currently travelling in Laos some 5,678 miles away from home, a stark contrast with Manchester, apart from the rain.

We are often our own worst critics, and I would say that there is only one ‘special door’ in this selection – I wonder if you can guess which one I think that is. Enjoy.

Royal Exchange Theatre doors and vaulted doorway, Manchester, November 2023
Royal Exchange Theatre doors and vaulted doorway, Manchester, November 2023

Three doors and grand doorway - Corn/Produce Exchange/Grocery, Manchester, November 2023
Three doors and grand doorway – Corn/Produce Exchange/Grocery, Manchester, November 2023

Not really a door, but just liked the view, Manchester, November 2023
Not really a door, but just liked the view, Manchester, November 2023

Shuttered door and wonderful tiles at Arthur Kay & Bro, Manchester, November 2023
Shuttered door and wonderful tiles at Arthur Kay & Bro, Manchester, November 2023

Green door, red tiles and an unintentional doorfie, Manchester, November 2023
Green door, red tiles and an unintentional doorfie, Manchester, November 2023

Ornate wooden scrolls and steps up to this door within an archway, Manchester, November 2023
Ornate wooden scrolls and steps up to this door within an archway, Manchester, November 2023

That’s all for this week. Happy August.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

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Thursday doors – 25 July 2024, Manchester

Doors 272 – Doors of Manchester, UK, November 2023 (Part I)

My wife and I spent several of our weekends last autumn touring the country with our daughter, looking at potential universities. As it turns out, she has decided on Leeds University (one that I didn’t go to), and starts there in September. I did, however, accompany her to check out Manchester Metropolitan University, and these doors were snapped up during that visit.

I don’t know the city at all well, and so I struggle to place where these photographs were taken, but I think that most were in the sort of Piccadilly and surrounding areas, where we did most of our walking. Furthermore, I was very taken with the city, which had a great vibe about it and felt that my daughter would have enjoyed it there, but the campus at Leeds won her over.

I hope you enjoy this first of three sets of doors from this trip to Manchester. I say ‘this trip’ because I had another one a little bit later with work, and managed to capture a few more doors… to come.

Magnificent doorway and doors to redbrick building, Manchester, November 2023
Magnificent doorway and doors to redbrick building, Manchester, November 2023

Magnificent doorway and doors to redbrick building, Manchester, November 2023
Magnificent doorway and doors to redbrick building, Manchester, November 2023

Six beautiful doors and a very grand entrance archway. I am not sure what the building was (University, commercial, flats?), but it was very impressive.

New Union pub door, Gay Village, Manchester, November 2023
New Union pub door, Gay Village, Manchester, November 2023

China Town gateway, Manchester, November 2023
China Town gateway, Manchester, November 2023

Tall red doors, China Town, Manchester, November 2023
Tall red doors, China Town, Manchester, November 2023

Manchester Cathedral doors, China Town, Manchester, November 2023
Manchester Cathedral doors, China Town, Manchester, November 2023

I must confess that I was rather underwhelmed by Manchester Cathedral, but only because I have been spoilt by seeing so many magnificent ones in recent months.

Entrance and doors to The Old Wellington pub, China Town, Manchester, November 2023
Entrance and doors to The Old Wellington pub, China Town, Manchester, November 2023

More from Manchester next time. Until then, may I wish you a most enjoyable end of week and weekend.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

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Thursday doors – 18 July 2024, Assisi, Umbria, Italy

Doors 271 – Assisi doors, Umbria, Italy, July 2023 (Part III)

Rather later than anticipated – I had to drop my son off at Heathrow Airport this morning – I bring you the last instalment of doors from Assisi which my family I and visited almost exactly a year ago today. I am pressed for time, and will let the doors do the talking.

Two remaining doors where there were once three, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Two remaining doors where there were once three, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Side doors and entrance to the Basilica di San Francesco, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Side doors and entrance to the Basilica di San Francesco, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

An archway spanning a street, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
An archway spanning a street, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Steps leading up to an iron gate and doors, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Steps leading up to an iron gate and doors, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Large door with pillars and portico balcony, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Large door with pillars and portico balcony, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Wooden doors in an altered brick/stone doorway, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Wooden doors in an altered brick/stone doorway, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Doors and shrine, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Doors and shrine, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

So we say farewell to Assisi… until next time. I have one final selection of doors from last year’s trip to Umbria, but next time I think I will be turning my attention to somewhere closer to home. May I wish you all a fabulous end of week and weekend.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

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Thursday doors – 11 July 2024, Assisi, Umbria, Italy

Doors 270 – Assisi doors, Umbria, Italy, July 2023 (Part II)

This week I bring you a few more doors from a trip to Umbria last July – can it really be a year ago? This is the second selection from the beautiful and world renowned town of Assisi, home of the patron saint of animals, merchants and ecology, St Francis. Once again there is no theme to this selection of doors apart from the fact that they are all Assisi doors.

Can you guess which is my favourite?

Here we go:

A pair of doors with quite different designs, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
A pair of doors with quite different designs, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Nicely proportioned doors, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Nicely proportioned doors, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Wooden doors, stone steps, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Wooden doors, stone steps, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

fine wooden doors and stunning stone surround, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
fine wooden doors and stunning stone surround, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Ghost door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Ghost door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Possibly the best gelateria entrance anywhere, ever, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Possibly the best gelateria entrance anywhere, ever, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Slimline door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Slimline door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Naturally, the gelateria was my favourite, and although not strictly a door, the surround must have been a doorway at some point in time.

One more set of doors from Assisi next time, until then have a great weekend, and who knows…England could be European champions by then, or forlorn bridesmaids.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

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Thursday doors – 4 July 2024, Assisi, Umbria, Italy

Doors 270 – Assisi doors, Umbria, Italy, July 2023 (Part I)

At last, a return to a warmer climate and a reflection on our family holiday to Umbria last year. I had set out to spend the week beside the pool, with a glass of wine to hand admiring the views, but when you are surrounded by hilltop cities, towns and villages, it is very difficult not to venture out and explore. My head says relax, but my heart says discover, and my heart won out.

This was a day trip we took to Assisi, a place that I have visited many times before, but each time I make new discoveries, and walk different routes. It is a beautiful town and fortunately most of the visitors stick to the lower end where the Basilica of St Frances is located. There is no theme to the doors this week, although the theme of Assisi doors would appear to be enough.

Today is a very important day in British politics, as well as American history. To the Brits I say don’t forget to vote and remember your photo ID and to our cousins across the pond I wish you a joyful Independence Day.

Here are some doors:

Temple of Minerva with central door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Temple of Minerva with central door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Iron archway door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Iron archway door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

A well lived door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
A well lived door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Church door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Church door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Fine arch surround and wooden door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Fine arch surround and wooden door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Door within a large door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Door within a large door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Arch surround and crest, with fan light and wooden door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Arch surround and crest, with fan light and wooden door, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Archway and shrine, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023
Archway and shrine, Assisi, Umbria, Italy, July 2023

Next time I will have some more doors from Assisi. Until then may I wish you a happy weekend.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

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Thursday doors – 27 June 2024 – Doors from Cheltenham

Doors 269 – Doors from Cheltenham, July 2023 (Part III)

Good morning from Bristol, where the mood has been lifted by a couple of wonderful warm days, although the clouds today probably signify the end of our summer! This week I bring you the final selection of doors from a visit I made to Cheltenham last July to experience the Cheltenham Paint Festival. There is not too much to say about these doors other than they are a random selection from my wanderings, I hope you enjoy them.

Double doors, one without door furniture, Cheltenham, July 2023
Double doors, one without door furniture, Cheltenham, July 2023

Typical Cheltenham door with ironwork awning, Cheltenham, July 2023
Typical Cheltenham door with ironwork awning, Cheltenham, July 2023

A new door (looks unpainted) with ironwork awning, Cheltenham, July 2023
A new door with ironwork awning, Cheltenham, July 2023

Cherrington Chambers double doors, Cheltenham, July 2023
Cherrington Chambers double doors, Cheltenham, July 2023

Grand entrance, door and fanlight window, Cheltenham, July 2023
Grand entrance, door and fanlight window, Cheltenham, July 2023

Green door, steps and wonderful fanlight window, Cheltenham, July 2023
Green door, steps and wonderful fanlight window, Cheltenham, July 2023

Door with graffiti and 'Apache attack helicopter' stencils, Cheltenham, July 2023
Door with graffiti and ‘Apache attack helicopter’ stencils, Cheltenham, July 2023

I have a busy day ahead, so that’s it I’m afraid for another week. Next time I am thinking a return to Umbria in Italy is on the cards, see you then.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

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