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YouTube – High-Velocity Falcon
How fast can a peregrine falcon fly? One scientist aims to find out by skydiving along with the birds.
YouTube – Falcon Attack: Peregrine Divebombs Flock of Starlings
A Peregrine Falcon repeatedly divebombs a flock of starlings coming home to roost. Shot at dusk from the racetrack roof of the old FIAT factory in Torino Italy. Starlings roost in the center atrium of the building at night.
via YouTube – Falcon Attack: Peregrine Divebombs Flock of Starlings.
Shanghai apartment fire – The Big Picture – Boston.com
One week ago, on November 15th, in Shanghai, China, a fire erupted, apparently within construction materials and scaffolding surrounding an occupied 30-story apartment building under renovation. The flames quickly spread to the building itself and soon engulfed the entire structure. Workers and residents scattered down scaffolding, or climbed to the roof, attempting to escape the smoke and flames. Unfortunately, 58 people were unable to escape, losing their lives, and 70 more were injured in the blaze, which was contained within four hours. A number of individuals are now in custody, including some unlicensed welders. The Shanghai government has also taken responsibility for the fire and lax safety oversight, and China has just ordered a nationwide overhaul of fire-control measures. Yesterday was the seventh day after the fire, an important day in China’s traditional mourning process.
There but for the grace of good design and fortune would go Sussex Heights.
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Gay Pride Parade Brighton 2009
“Theres Worse Names Than Ours”: An Interview With Shrag
Stephanie Goodman: Bob used to live in [Brighton landmark] Sussex Heights. He had an amazing penthouse flat at the top.
RW: With his own peregrine falcons.
SG: Everybody was hanging out and ‘cos he had the nicest flat in town, hed have these parties. Thats where the name comes from – it was Sussex Heights Roving Artists Group and then we decided to change it to Sussex Heights Recording Artists Group.
RW: That classic case of the band not really thinking theyd do more than a couple of gigs. We formed for a laugh with a stupid name and then a few years later you get stuck trying to explain it to your mum at dinner parties.
SG: “Shag? Youre called Shag? Shrek?” Google ‘Shrag and nothing else comes up.
SG: Theres worse names than ours. I saw some of them in New York.
via The Quietus | Features | Escape Velocity | “Theres Worse Names Than Ours”: An Interview With Shrag.
Flat to rent – Sussex Heights
A fabulous second floor 2 bedroom apartment situated in this popular block minutes from the seafront and all amenities. The spacious accommodation comprises of; two large double bedrooms, bathroom, further WC, large reception and fully fitted kitchen, the property is undergone new decoration throughout and viewings are recommended. Available 15/10.
property reference: LYFS999000144
via Flat to rent – Sussex Heights,East Sussex,BN1 | Primelocation.
Property details for 24d Sussex Heights St. Margarets Place Brighton BN1 2FR
This leasehold flat, located at 24D Sussex Heights, has an estimate value of £544,396. This is higher than the average current value for homes on Sussex Heights which is £242,390, which in turn is lower than the Zed-Index for BN1 which is £282,946. Sussex Heights in BN1 has 117 homes along it. The most recent sale for a house or flat in Sussex Heights was at number 14D which was bought on 18th Dec 2009 for a consideration of £640,000. There have been 13 property sales on Sussex Heights in the last 3 years, with the average sold house price being £320,607. via Property details for 24d Sussex Heights St. Margarets Place Brighton BN1 2FR – Zoopla.
Unfortunately these figures seem skewed by the fact they’re not clear that both 24 and 14 are doubles.
Sussex Heights, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2FD £320,000
- 2 Bedroom Flat – purpose built
- Superb Sea Views
- Balcony
- Large Lounge
- 16’10” Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- Central Location
- Share Of Freehold
- Viewing Recommended
- Well Presented Communal Entrance
A superb 2 bedroom apartment with 15’5″ Balcony and superb views of the sea, the city centre and beyond from the 20th floor of this highly sought after purpose built block in central Brighton. The flat has a large Lounge with patio doors opening to east facing balcony, a 16’10” Kitchen/breakfast room also with breathtaking views of the sea and city, and 2 good sized bedrooms. Sussex Heights has very well presented communal entrance and common ways. Viewing highly recommended.
Communal Entrance
Well presented entrance, lifts to 20th floor.
Personal Entrance
Parquet flooring, electric heater, dimmer switch, recess cupboard, further cupboard housing hot water cylinder, further recess cupboard with hanging rail.
Lounge
20’8″ x 15’2″
Built in cupboards, fitted carpet, dimmer switch, large double glazed sliding patio doors to Balcony, further double glazed windows.
Balcony
15’5″ x 5’10”
Superb far reaching views of the sea, the city centre and in an easterly direction along the coast, further distant downland views.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
16’10” x 7’6″
Single drainer sink unit, wooden block style working surfaces, base units and drawers, integrated washer/dryer, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, built in electric oven built in hob, stainless steel splashback and extractor hood, further working surface with base units, engineered iroko wood floor, dimmer switch, suspended lighting, patio door to balcony, breakfast/dining area with further breathtaking views of the sea, city centre and beyond.
Bedroom 1
17’10” x 11’4″
Superb views, fitted carpet, built in recess wardrobe cupboards.
Bedroom 2
11’4″ x 8′
Fitted carpet, built in wardrobe cupboards.
Bathroom
White suite comprising panel bath, engineered iroko wood flooring, shower, wash hand basin, low level w.c electric heater tiled walls.
Separate Cloakroom
Additional to the bathroom is this modern separate cloakroom comprising low level W.C, Pedestal wash hand basin and engineered oak flooring.
Additional Information
Share Of FreeholdMaintenance approx £2600 per annumManaging agent Austin ReesThe building has the convenience of a 24hr porter service, rubbish is collected everyday from cupboard outside the flat.Two large communal storage cupboards.Two fast lifts plus a goods lift.There is secure bicycle storage in the basement.There is broadband and Cable Television.Council Tax Band D.
via Sussex Heights, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2FD £320,000.
Brighton Bits
The death of the West Pier was a long, drawn-out affair but this must have been one of the last postcards to illustrate it in full use with people strolling up and down and enjoying the sun, sea air and views of the historic Brighton & Hove seafront. Sussex Heights behind the Metropole was finished in 1966, and the rhenish helm-topped clock tower of the Clifton Road Congregational Church can just be seen on the horizon on the centre-line of the pier. This church, designed by Thomas Simpson, was demolished in 1972. The pier was finally closed to the public in 1975.
What is particularly remarkable about this picture is the apparently good condition of the pier just a few years before closure. It was at this time owned by AVP Industries who took over the West Pier Company in 1965 and was also responsible for Sussex Heights and the decapitation of the Metropole. It is ironic that for a small fraction of the millions spent on these projects and a less negative attitude from the Council the Pier might have been saved and become as important to Brighton’s unique architectural heritage as the Royal Pavilion.
via Brighton Bits.