Rumps Collection

Man appreciating the beautiful coastal view at The Rumps, North Cornwall, England. Summer (June) 2015

Dramatic Cornish coastline in The Rumps near Padstow, Cornwall, England. Spring (May) 2015

Roasting the rumps in Fleet Street, from an old print (engraving)
3636095 Roasting the rumps in Fleet Street, from an old print (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roasting the rumps in Fleet Street, from an old print)

Roasting the Rumps in Fleet Street (engraving)
662491 Roasting the Rumps in Fleet Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roasting the Rumps in Fleet Street)

Roasting the rumps
Violent demonstrations in Fleet Street aimed at the Rump parliament. Date: 19th century

African elephants (Loxodonta) at Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
African elephants (Loxodonta) at Addo Elephant National Park; Eastern Cape, South Africa

Snow-covered Bison standing in a field in the morning fog in winter, Yellowstone National Park, USA
Two snow-covered Bison (Bison bison) stand together in a field next to conifers in the morning fog in winter; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

Bull elk standing in a field of sagebrush next to a juniper tree, YNP, USA
View taken from behind of a bull elk (Cervus canadensis) standing in a filed of sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata) next to a juniper tree (Juniper scopulorum); Yellowstone National Park

Snow covered American bison looking back and roaming the fields in winter, YNP, Wyoming, USA
View taken from behind a snow covered American bison (Bison bison) looking back at the camera while roaming the snowy fields in Yellowstone National Park in winter; Wyoming, United States of America

Hudibras The Burning Of The Rumps At Temple Bar Engraved By J Romney After Hogarth From The Works Of Hogarth Published London 1833

Domestic Sheep, ewes, close-up of rumps with colour mark from raddle, to indicate they have mated with ram, Cumbria, England, winter

Clifftop vista of North Cornish coastline near The Rumps, Cornwall, England. April 2009

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Roasting the Rumps in Fleet Street, London

ROASTING THE RUMPS IN FLEET STREET. London, UK, 19th century engraving

Domestic Cattle, Limousin bull, close-up of tail and rump, England, May

Domestic Cattle, Limousin, close-up of groomed rumps and tails at agricultural show, Yorkshire, England, July

Eurasian Badger (Meles meles) rear view, foraging, Derbyshire, England

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"Captivated by the Majestic Rumps: A Man's Appreciation of North Cornwall's Coastal Beauty" Gazing out at The Rumps, a breathtaking coastal view in North Cornwall, England, this man finds himself captivated by its dramatic and awe-inspiring scenery. The rugged Cornish coastline stretches before him, offering a clifftop vista that is nothing short of magnificent, and is April 2009, and as he takes in the sight, he can't help but be reminded of an old engraving depicting the bustling Fleet Street where "rumps" were once roasted. But here on this tranquil coast, there are no roasting rumps to be found; instead, his eyes are drawn to nature's wonders. He spots domestic sheep grazing nearby - their close-up reveals color marks on their rumps from raddle, indicating they have mated with a ram. It reminds him of the circle of life and how even in remote Cumbria these signs persist. His mind then wanders to far-off lands as he recalls African elephants roaming freely at Addo Elephant National Park in South Africa. Their majestic presence echoes the grandeur he witnesses here today. As winter memories creep into his thoughts like snow-covered bison standing amidst morning fog in Yellowstone National Park or bull elk gracefully positioned next to juniper trees - it becomes clear that nature's beauty knows no bounds. In this moment at The Rumps, surrounded by nature's splendor and inspired by Samuel Butler's Hudibras - our observer realizes that whether it be coastal views or wildlife encounters across continents - appreciating such magnificence fills one with gratitude for Earth's diverse wonders.