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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.

Making the Most of the Weather – A Viaduct, Coastal Photography & More Lead Mining History

Today didn’t go exactly to plan, with the weather putting a stop to most of my original ideas. But when conditions aren’t perfect, it’s all

David James

Feb 204 min read

A Journey Through the Yorkshire Dales – Lead Mines, Rugged Landscapes, and Forgotten Farmsteads

Today was one of those days that will live long in the memory. Venturing deep into the Yorkshire Dales, I explored some of the region’s most

David James

Feb 194 min read

Exploring Forgotten Lead Mines, Hidden Reservoirs, and Historic Ruins in the North Pennines

Today didn’t disappoint-so many new locations explored, some stunning landscapes, and even an unexpected encounter with someone from my home

David James

Feb 186 min read

Architectural Icons and Coastal Drama – An Afternoon on the Durham Coast

With a few free hours this afternoon, I decided to make the most of it and head towards the coast. The skies were grey, the air was cold, bu

David James

Feb 164 min read

From Viaducts to Abandoned Farms – A Journey Through County Durham’s History

Today was an epic journey through railway, industrial, and agricultural history in County Durham. I started near Chester-le-Street, capturin

David James

Feb 148 min read

A Day of Unexpected Discoveries in Weardale – Farms, Mines, Waterfalls, and Wild Weather

Today’s plan? Scrapped. Instead, I let curiosity lead the way, and it turned into an epic day of exploration across Weardale. What started w

David James

Feb 135 min read

A Windy Day on the Coast – Stadiums, Windmills, Lighthouses, and Industrial Ruins

The weather wasn’t ideal again today—grey skies, damp air, and a bit more wind than I would have liked. Still, I decided to make the most of

David James

Feb 124 min read

Quarries, Railways, Viaducts, and Hidden Waterfalls – A Day of Exploration

Today was a mix of revisiting past locations, uncovering new details, and capturing some unexpected moments along the way. The skies were he

David James

Feb 114 min read

Weardale’s Lost Farms, Forgotten Industry, and Hidden Waterfalls

The skies were grey, the wind stronger than ideal, but that didn’t stop me from heading out to explore more of Weardale’s abandoned and less

David James

Feb 74 min read

From Ancient Ruins to Industrial Icons – A Day of Exploration Across the North East

Another action-packed day exploring and capturing the rich heritage of the North East. The weather was near-perfect—clear blue skies, no win

David James

Feb 65 min read

Chasing Waterfalls and Winter Light – A Stunning Day in Teesdale

Today was a return to Teesdale, and with it being a bit of a journey, an early start was needed. The effort was well worth it, as the condit

David James

Feb 55 min read

Battling the Wind and Experimenting with Long Exposure

Today was all about adapting to the conditions. With high winds making normal drone flights difficult, I had to adjust my approach, keeping

David James

Feb 45 min read

From Steam Power to Sunset Magic – A Day of Unexpected Captures

Time was short today, and the wind made flying conditions tricky, but I still managed to capture some interesting locations. From a site of

David James

Feb 33 min read

Sunset, Stars, and Industrial Echoes at Sikehead

With only a few hours to spare at the end of the day, I decided to make the most of the clear skies and head to Sikehead Lead Mine Chimney a

David James

Feb 13 min read

Grey Skies and Hidden Gems – A Day of Exploration

The heavy clouds may have muted the colours today, but that didn’t stop me from getting out and capturing some fascinating locations.

David James

Jan 316 min read

From Racing Tracks to Historic Towers – A Day of Contrasts

After yesterday’s epic journey through Weardale and Teesdale, today felt like a more relaxed exploration. That being said, it was still a gr

David James

Jan 305 min read

From Forgotten Farms to Starry Skies – A Journey Through Weardale & Teesdale

What a day it’s been! From windswept abandoned farms to the raw beauty of Teesdale’s waterfalls and a breathtaking sunset over Grove Rake Mi

David James

Jan 295 min read

Grey Skies, Golden Moments: Capturing Beauty Through the Rain

Drizzle and grey skies dominated today, but I didn’t let the weather stop me from exploring and capturing some fantastic locations. While th

David James

Jan 283 min read

Stormy Seas and Windy Heights: Capturing the Northeast’s Icons

The stormy weather yesterday put a halt to my aerial photography plans, but I didn’t let that stop me from heading to the coast in search of

David James

Jan 254 min read

Grey Skies, Great Stories: Capturing the Northeast’s Icons

With the storm looming on the horizon, I couldn’t resist getting out and capturing some of the Northeast’s most iconic landmarks before the

David James

Jan 233 min read