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Exploring Stunning Locations: Stories Through Photography
Welcome to the DJ Aerial Photography blog page, where we take you on a journey through the stunning locations we've captured from above. Each blog post highlights a different place, offering insights into its history, beauty, and significance. Whether it’s a historic landmark, a hidden gem, or a breathtaking landscape, we provide you with a unique perspective on the locations we explore. Join us as we uncover the stories behind each site and share the beauty of these remarkable places through our aerial photography.
Wandering Without a Plan – Mines, Moors and Hidden Corners of Allendale & Beyond
If you’re into mines, abandoned houses, and wild Northumberland landscapes—with a cheeky hop over the border into Cumbria - then today’s out
David James
14 minutes ago7 min read
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Perfect Conditions on the Coast – Hartlepool & the Historic Headland
With clear blue skies and barely a breath of wind, the conditions were spot on today—so there was only one place to go: the coast. I made my
David James
2 days ago7 min read
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Castles, Coast & Clear Skies – A Calm Afternoon Between Two Historic Icons
The weather today was too good to ignore — clear blue skies, barely a breeze, and ideal conditions for flying. After a morning run, I headed
David James
3 days ago6 min read
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Left Behind – A Quiet Day Among the Abandoned in Muggleswick, Healeyfield & Castleside
If there’s one word that sums up today, it’s “abandoned.” Not just in the buildings I set out to capture, but in the slower, more reflective
David James
5 days ago4 min read
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Sikehead Revisited – New Paths, Old Tracks and Blue Skies Over Weardale
With another day of clear skies and sunshine, I made the most of the conditions and headed back to Weardale - this time focusing on the area
David James
6 days ago7 min read
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Old Gang & Beyond – Mining Ruins, Blue Skies & A Hollywood Backdrop in the Yorkshire Dales
With clear blue skies and crisp spring light, there was only one place I wanted to head today—the Yorkshire Dales, and more specifically, th
David James
7 days ago10 min read
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Wandering North Durham & Northumberland – When No Plan Becomes the Perfect Plan
In the immortal words of Hannibal from The A-Team, “I love it when a plan comes together.” Well… I would—if I’d actually had a plan. But tod
David James
Apr 16 min read
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Waterfall Wandering in Windy Teesdale – Exploring Easter Beck & Rowton Beck
With clear skies overhead but a strong wind keeping the drone grounded, I decided to head somewhere quieter and let the day unfold on foot.
David James
Mar 282 min read
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Wandering the North Yorkshire Moors – A Lesson in Getting Lost (and Finding a Few Gems)
Today was one of those days where I set off with no clear plan, just the camera, the drone, and the hope of stumbling across something speci
David James
Mar 274 min read
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Bridges, Battlements & Borderland History: A Day Exploring Corbridge & Hexham
With a spell of fine weather, I decided it was time to venture somewhere a little different - Northumberland. It’s a region I haven’t spent
David James
Mar 268 min read
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Wandering Horsley Burn: Waterfalls, Quarries & Forgotten Homes in Weardale
I set off this morning with no particular plan in mind, and as is often the case, I found myself drawn back to Weardale, a place that never
David James
Mar 255 min read
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South of the Tyne: An Afternoon Exploring Gateshead’s Quayside
With clear skies and low winds, this afternoon seemed like the perfect opportunity to explore somewhere I’ve not spent much time—Gateshead.
David James
Mar 247 min read
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From Ruins to Rain in the Dales: A Challenging Afternoon in North Yorkshire
This afternoon was a bit of a mixed bag. With some unexpected free time and no firm plans, I took the opportunity to head down into North Yo
David James
Mar 227 min read
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Bridges, Beacons & Heritage: A Morning Exploring Sunderland
Today’s shoot included a mix of engineering and heritage—from bridges old and new, to a historic lighthouse on the coast, and a beautiful ch
David James
Mar 215 min read
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Exploring Weardale’s Hidden Gems: A Journey Through Forgotten Places
Today was perfect weather for exploring and flying the drone—low winds, clear blue skies, and ideal conditions to capture Weardale from abov
David James
Mar 2010 min read
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From Cumbria to Whitworth: A Day of Exploring History & Heritage
The weather today started bitterly cold, but with clear skies offering the promise of a good day ahead. What followed was an incredible jour
David James
Mar 199 min read
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Exploring Weardale’s Hidden Past: Mining Relics, Abandoned Buildings & Scenic Bridges
Just when I thought I had explored most of Weardale, today proved that there’s always more to discover. Venturing a little further, I realis
David James
Mar 187 min read
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Exploring Teesdale’s Mining Heritage & Waterfalls Around Flushiemere Beck
Today’s adventure was much like yesterday’s, except this time I took a trip over to Teesdale, where I was once again reminded that if you fi
David James
Mar 145 min read
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Weardale’s Hidden Treasures: Mining Heritage and Waterfalls
Today was cold in Weardale, with the occasional snow flurry, but that didn’t stop me from heading out to explore some of its incredible hist
David James
Mar 134 min read
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Weardale Wonders: Waterfalls, Mines & Ruins Through Four Seasons in a Day!
Embarking on a journey through Weardale today was nothing short of an adventure, with the weather showcasing all four seasons—from wind and
David James
Mar 124 min read
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