Landmark 1/25

@ Caillou Pierre Beach
Siam steps off the boat onto Aegis with fellow traveller Bella. Time for a look around, but first a long stretch after the voyage!
Caillou Pierre Beach
This rocky bay provides the perfect place for anypet to rest, play with the numerous pebbles and watch the changing patterns of sunlight on the stone outcrops and distant peaks, or perhaps to dip a cautious paw into the unceasing sea waves running in and back out.

Landmark 2/25

@ Marram Beach
While Siam was whistling through her teeth as they ambled through another breathtaking scene, Munich was secretly wishing he had packed ear plugs, or gaffer tape for Siam's mug!
Marram Beach
Anypet will enjoy exploring the sand dunes with their sharply pointed grey-green leaves and large spikes of creamy-yellow flowers of marram grass in the summer, the backdrop to a sandy beach and the sea.

Landmark 3/25

@ Craggy Point
After months of planning, Siam and Suzy Q finally agreed on where they would travel together, and they are both secretly please with their choice!
Craggy Point
This beautiful little bay is irresistible to pets who can’t wait to scamper or flap over the golden sand to get to the top of the stony peninsula and gaze far out to the horizon over the sea.

Landmark 4/25

@ Blackfriars Viaduct
While Siam thinks the scenery is lovely, she wonders where Sir John Dee intends to set up camp?
Blackfriars Viaduct
A feat of engineering that certainly stands out in the countryside. It’s a place to stop and dream of where the trains thundering past will be going!

Landmark 5/25

@ Old Castle Place
Of all the pets Siam might have met here, Antie was the last she expected. But what a great view!
Old Castle Place
Nopet can resist clambering or flying to the top of this ancient look-out point over the undulating countryside to shout, “I’m the King of the Castle!”

Landmark 6/25

@ Waders Bay
Whoa! I never thought I would be able to visit here! exclaimed Siam! This is amazing!
Waders Bay
This bay is just the place for an early morning excursion beside the sea; a peaceful place to share with the scavenging birds; ideal for contemplation.

Landmark 7/25

@ Island View Farm
While Siam soaked in the view, Webbly was searching his backpack for the bug spray, certain that his fur would be crawling with little biting critters once the sun went down!
Island View Farm
A well-trodden path, with the company of sheep along the way, provides a view of the lake and distant hills. What lies behind that tempting bend in the way, I wonder?

Landmark 8/25

@ Seagrass Niche
While Siam was whistling through her teeth as they ambled through another breathtaking scene, Roskaizan was secretly wishing he had packed ear plugs, or gaffer tape for Siam's mug!
Seagrass Niche
Tarry a while and enjoy this beautiful spot on a sandy beach looking out over an endless turquoise sea.

Landmark 9/25

@ West Pasture
"You know what's missing here, Siam?"

"No, Wyatt, what's missing?"

"Nothing, Siam. This place is purr-fect!"
West Pasture
As birds fly home to roost and busy pets retire for the night, the West Pasture in Aegis becomes darker and quiet in the setting sun, waiting for the first stirrings from nocturnal pets who are active during the night.

Landmark 10/25

@ Verdant Patchwork
Siam and Archie pool their small change, hoping to buy some small souvenirs to remind them of this place!
Verdant Patchwork
There is abundant rainfall in Aegis, and its many fertile green fields are a farmer’s delight.

Landmark 11/25

@ Apple Orchard
"Put your camera down Siam," said Turbo, "and just soak up that view!"
Apple Orchard
A favourite gathering point in the summer in Aegis is the Apple Orchard. What pet can resist sinking their little teeth or beaks into such invitingly juicy fruit?

Landmark 12/25

@ Dutch Gardens
While Siam soaked in the view, samx295 was searching her backpack for the bug spray, certain that her fur would be crawling with little biting critters once the sun went down!
Dutch Gardens
On Sunday afternoons, many pets take an excursion in the formal gardens, which display the Dutch influence of bright tulips making a fine splash of colour against the immaculate lawn.

Landmark 13/25

@ Smiths Farm South
After months of planning, Siam and Spark finally agreed on where they would travel together, and they are both secretly please with their choice!
Smiths Farm South
Fair waves the golden corn in summertime Aegis – what a splendid sight!

Landmark 14/25

@ Smiths Farm North
Siam looked around the scenery, asking Sky if there was any pet friendly accommodation nearby?
Smiths Farm North
This corner of the farm gives a view of the pine-laden peaks in the distance. Just breathe in the country-fresh air in this beautiful place!

Landmark 15/25

@ Mystic Forest
Siam looked askance at Twitch, wondering how she had ended up on a grey nomads' tour???
Mystic Forest
A path beckons an exploring pet ever onward into the Mystic Forest. Don’t tarry too long, or at sunset it may become too dark for comfort and a little spooky!

Landmark 16/25

@ Irenic Wood
Arriving at such a wonderful location spurred Siam on to keep on trekking. However Moon Dancer sat down, refusing to budge, complaining of blisters on her paws...
Irenic Wood
Many a group of happy pets will follow the path for a ramble or to find the best place for a summertime picnic. There’s so much to explore in this delightful wood, and those who can climb or fly to the top of the trees have the best view over Aegis!

Landmark 17/25

@ Steppingstone River
Dude! Just take a look around and breathe deep! Does it get any better than this?
Steppingstone River
This shady niche with its contrasting slow and fast flowing waters is a fun place to sail toy boats and run alongside them as they speed on their way!

Landmark 18/25

@ Old Warden
Arriving at such a wonderful location spurred Siam on to keep on trekking. However Allie Kat sat down, refusing to budge, complaining of blisters on her paws...
Old Warden
The curfew tolls the knell of parting day,
The lowing herd winds slowly o'er the lea,
The ploughman homeward plods his weary way,
And leaves the world to darkness and to me.
By Thomas Gray (1716-71).

Landmark 19/25

@ Conifer Way
"Come on Punky, pick up the pace a little, will you?" Scolded Siam, hoping to get in a little more sight seeing before changeover...
Conifer Way
Summertime sunlight filters through the tall pines and makes this an exciting place for pets to explore ever further along the rough track!

Landmark 20/25

@ Pilgrims Path Wood
While Siam was in a hurry to move along and shake some more paws, HappyCheerling decided to stay put and sketch the scenery for this week's Art Challenge...
Pilgrims Path Wood
A wood of supreme peace as its wide, sun-dappled path leads back out towards the daylight.

Landmark 21/25

@ East Copse
"Put your camera down Siam," said MULLE, "and just soak up that view!"
East Copse
What stories could be told by this ancient tree as it looms over its pasture field? Who knows what storms it has weathered during its long life, or how often it has had its leafless boughs laden with soft snow, then welcoming each coming spring?

Landmark 22/25

@ Rose Heather Moor
Siam is enjoying the view when Strawberry Daiquiri comes along. "Looks like you dropped something,", says Strawberry Daiquiri. Siam looks down and sees something valuable. Well Siam WAS here first ...
Rose Heather Moor
The abundant flowers of heather, or ling, form magnificent carpets of purple across swathes of moorland and hillsides. It also provides a natural habitat, shelter and nesting sites for numerous insects, birds and other animals, all of whom are interdependent on one another.

Landmark 23/25

@ Picnickers' Place
Siam tumbled out of the tourist bus, flattening Choose a name Thisisme in the process, then wondering where the muffled groans were coming from?
Picnickers' Place
What pleasanter place could there be to enjoy a summer picnic than this daisy-strewn meadow with sturdy sheltering trees?

Landmark 24/25

@ Erica
Siam asked wiggles if he had a fur clip on him, as Siam wanted to fashion a fishing pole and stop to dangle a line...?
Erica
Heather is traditionally associated with good fortune and protection. White heather is thought to be particularly lucky and sprigs of it are woven into bridal bouquets and sold as a lucky charm.

Landmark 25/25

@ Island: Aegis
Siam finally makes it back to the landing stage, where Bubbles is also about to embark and go home. What an adventure it has been! Siam pockets a map of Aegis as a momento. The guidebook says:
Island: Aegis
When their vessel carefully manoeuvres past the rocks to reach the landing stage, the pets can jump out and explore this delightful little island. There are beautiful, relaxing sandy beaches, rocky hills to climb, a viaduct and old castle ruin to explore, green pastures to take a picnic hamper, woods and forests to ramble in, rivers to jump over, apples to pick and there are flowers galore!
Siam has completed the quest! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also take part!