BJ is at the end of the Rainbow

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BurtonJoyce - the end of the Rainbow  

We locals always knew we lived in a special location thisimage shows clearly that our location is much to be  envied, this view is looking SE at the river from the BJ Ridge, where years ago the Romans and Vikings sited their "Look-Out" encampments ( later the location of the underground "Cold War" Security Bunker was also descretely sited in this area )

The River Trent meanders from "up-river"Nottingham and down river into Lincolnshire.

Just around the bend of the river to the R is Stoke Lock/woods and the weir - a regular "stop-off" for all those using the river for leisure boating  ( narrow boats, canoes, motor launchess and the occasional Dredger.

Now the Flood defenses are in place wthe river is controlled, however the "beck" which meanders down from the BJ Ridge into the village does occasionally create havoc in Main Street/Lambly Lane - sand bags then become the order of the day

We will be keeping everyone updated with frequent and regular images and muchmore  information -some serious, amusing AND other times downright contentious - so keep returning for more about this wonderful Trent side, Nottinghamshire  village

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