Donkey weather vane, Vernham Dean
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Donkey weather vane, Vernham Dean
Image: © Maigheach-gheal Taken: 26 Sep 2008
For centuries weathervanes have kept people in touch with the elements, signalling those shifts in the wind, which bring changes in the weather. This simple device has grown into a charming English tradition which can say something about their owners, adding interest to the landscape.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.305955
Longitude
-1.507761