David Allan

@davidallanphoto

Pro-photographer living in North East England. Member of the National Union of Journalists (NUJ). Never happier than being out and about with my camera.

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David Allan@davidallanphoto· 23d

The summer of 2026 still packing a punch this afternoon in Sunderland's Minster Park in NE England, a lovely haven on a day like today in the gorgeous warm sunshine with Sunderland Minster providing the perfect backdrop. #england #sunderland #summer #july #blueskies #landscape #photography

Sunderland's Minster Church providing the perfect backdrop to the adjoining Minster Park on a July summer's day.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· 24d

The former Victorian Simpson Street Secondary School in Deptford, Sunderland, was looking to be in a sorry state. The Grade II Listed property now restored – an example of 19th century school architecture preserved. #sunderland #deptford #historicarchitecture #restoration #photography

n Deptford, Sunderland in NE England, the former Simpson Street School, not so long ago a derelict, arson-hit ruin, now loving restored and re-purposed – a job well done!

David Allan@davidallanphoto· 25d

A visit to the gardens at Crook Hall in Durham, NE England this afternoon and feeling pleasant at 21°C in the cloudless skies. Summer this year is definitely going to be one remembered! #england #durham #gardens #nationaltrust #july #summer #photography

In the bright warm summer sunshine, Durham's Crook Hall and Gardens in NE England were looking luxuriant on a visit this afternoon.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· 26d

The National Glass Centre this afternoon on the banks of the River Wear in Sunderland, NE England and set to close on 31 July. Hard to reconcile such a short shelf-life for a building that only opened in 1998. #savethenationalglasscentre #sunderland #culture #ArtsCouncil #glass #england #photography

The National Glass Centre stands on the banks of the River Wear in Sunderland, NE England. It is a popular visitor attraction and continues a tradition of more than 1,000 years of glass-making in the area. Despite the building only opening in 1998, it is set to close on 31 July 2026 with the threat of a hasty demolition.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jul 15

No176 High Street West, Sunderland, NE England, where work has started by Mr 'Amazing Spaces', TV architect George Clarke, to transform the Grade II listed building into a cultural bookshop, a cafe/wine bar and much, much more! #sunderland #restoration #historic #GeorgeClarke #photography

Scaffolding going up around on of Sunderland's historic 19th century buildings in NE England that is undergoing a transformation towards a new lease of life.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jul 12

Best seat in the house – a group of surf-watchers this afternoon on Sunderland's coastal promenade at Seaburn in NE England, captured enjoying the seaside vibes. #england #sunderland #seaside #seaburn #sunshine #summer #july #coast #people #photography

On a warm summer's afternoon, four people pictured relaxing on a seafront bench and enjoying the seaside vibes.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jul 12

Extremely pleasant Saturday afternoon swanning about on a rare cloudy day at Rainton Meadows nature reserve at Houghton-le-Spring, Sunderland in NE England. #sunderland #durhamwildlifetrust #countryside #summer #july #landscape #pond #dwt #photography

A swan glides serenely across a pond at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve at Houghton-le-Spring, Sunderland in NE England. After days of bright blue skies and warm sunshine, there was some respite for those who find it difficult coping with the heat!

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jul 9

The coast at Saltburn-by-the-Sea, which lies within the historic boundary of the North Riding of Yorkshire. Dominating the coastal landscape is Hunt Cliff, topped by Warsett Hill at 166 metres (545 ft). #england #yorkshire #saltburn #coast #clevelandway #seaside #summer #landscape #photography

Noted for its expansive sandy beaches and Victorian pier, Saltburn-by-the-Sea has long been a popular visitor attraction.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jul 8

Morpeth's Oldgate Bridge, Northumberland, pictured spanning the River Wansbeck on a summer's afternoon. The crossing dates from 1963 and replaced an older bridge which was damaged during floods. #northumberland #morpeth #summer #july #bridge #landscape #photography

I don't quite know why, the the word 'genteel' always comes to mind when I want to describe the Northumberland market town of Morpeth. Here is one view showing Oldgate Bridge (the name really refers to an earlier crossing which was damaged in floods) spanning the River Wansbeck on a warm summer's afternoon.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jul 6

New mural on the gable end at the entrance to Sunderland's 'Sunniside Quarter' in NE England. The eye-catching work is by Dave Bain and Hannah Worsley, mural artists and illustrators and provides an impressive welcome to this corner of the city. #sunderland #mural #sunniside #streetart #photography

A colourful mural nearing completion at the entrance to Sunderland's 'Sunniside Quarter' on High Street West.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jul 4

A photograph local to where I live in NE England – Washington Old Hall historic manor house in Washington, Tyne and Wear. The ancestral home of George Washington first president of the United States of America. Happy 250th birthday! #sunderland #washington #nationaltrust #usa #historical #photograph

Two eagle figures perched on the walls of steps leading up to Washington Old Hall in Washington, Sunderland in NE England. Looked after by the National Trust the property was the ancestral home of George Washington, the first president of the United States of America.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jul 1

Another shot from yesterday's visit to our lovely coastline, looking down onto the Cat & Dog Steps Beach on Sunderland's seafront in NE England with Roker Lighthouse and piers in the background at the mouth of the River Wear. #england #sunderland #coast #beach #seaside #summer #june #photography

Looking down from the clifftops onto Sunderland's coast and the Cat & Dog Steps Beach at Roker in NE England.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 30

On the beach... this afternoon at Roker's Cat & Dogs Steps Beach on Sunderland's seafront in NE England. Still feeling pleasantly warm on the flood tide. #england #sunderland #coast #coastalliving #beach #seaside #summer #june #landscape #photography

The local RNLI lifeguards have this beach at Roker on Sunderland's seafront under watch, although with the school holidays still around three weeks away, it was pretty quiet this afternoon.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 26

The village of Beadnell on the Nortumberland Coast is on the North Northumberland Heritage Coast and Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has the only west-facing harbour on England's east coast! #england #northumberland #coast #summer #july #boats #landscape #photography

A number of small boats cling the the harbour wall on a July summer's day at Beadnell on the Northumberland Coast of NE England. Interestingly, the small fishing village has the only west-facing harbour entrance on England's east coast!

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 24

On this day ten years ago and I came across this group discussing the result of the referendum, which had just been announced and how it might subsequently play out in the years ahead. #england #durham #brexit #politics #people #candidphotography

On this day ten years ago and a group of three people are having an animated conversation, not about the weather, rather the result of the BREXIT referendum which has just been announced earlier that day.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 23

Out and about around the historic Northumberland market town of Hexham on Sunday. Centre stage in this composition is Hexham Abbey Church, dedicated to St Andrew, it was originally a monastery founded by St Wilfrid in 674. #england #northumberland #hexham #historic #summersolstice #photography

Bathed in the first sunshine of the summer season, historic Hexham Abbey Church in Northumberland, the roots of which extend back to AD 674.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 22

St Mary's Chare, Hexham, Northumberland in NE England, on the day of the Summer Solstice. I rather like this view from the alleyway and the way it frames this quarter of the historic town. #northumberland #hexham #historic #oldeworlde #photography

A view of historic St Mary's Chare, Hexham in Northumberland, framed by a covered alleyway. The name comes from a 13th century church which once occupied this site.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 21

Summer by the sea – red valerian growing in the dunes on the seafront of my local stretch of coast at Seaburn, Sunderland in NE England as the season of spring gives way to summer. #sunderland #seaburn #coast #seascape #summer #solstice #landscape #photography

Red valerian making a statement with its vibrant red flowers in the dunes on the coast at Seaburn in Sunderland, NE England. The plant always looks at its best at this time of the year, just as the summer solstice closes the door on the season of spring.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 19

This time two years ago on a perfect summer-like day, visited this perfect English idyll. The Cotswold village of Lower Slaughter, on the River Eye in Gloucestershire, which I would place as one of my all-time favourite locations. #england #gloucestershire #cotswolds #scenicviews #photography

The pretty Cotswold village of Lower Slaughter in Gloucester, through the middle of which flows the River Eye. Picturesque cottages of honey-coloured stone line either side of the crystal clear water course.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 15

On the extensive sand dunes of the North Gare, south of Seaton Carew and near where the River Tees meets the North Sea. Part of the Teesmouth National Nature Reserve and it is Co Durham's most southerly stretch of coast. #coastal #durham #teesmouth #seatoncarew #landscape #beach #photography

A clump of marram grass on the sand dunes of the North Gare, near Seaton Carew, NE England. The dunes hereabouts are part of the Teesmouth National Nature Reserve and they owe their presence to this tough stabilising plant.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 14

Sunday afternoon at Rainton Meadows in Houghton-le-Spring, NE England. Somewhat overcast, although the sunshine and blue skies returned by the time I was back home. #england #sunderland #durhamwildlifetrust #raintonmeadows #houghtonlespring #june #spring #landscape #photography

A tranquil pond, surrounded by trees and greenery on an overcast afternoon at the start of the final week of spring. The pond is part of Rainton Meadows in Houghton-le-Spring, NE England – HQ of Durham Wildlife Trust is based here.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 13

This weekend sees the 193rd Durham Regatta taking place in NE England and what a great backdrop it enjoys! The regatta dates back to 1834, making it the second oldest regatta in England. #england #durham #regatta #socialevent #rowingchallenge #landscape #photography

Rowers on the River Wear in Durham, NE England, competing in the Durham Regatta, an annual event that has been part of the city's social calendar since 1834. The action takes place across a weekend with the city's UNESCO World Heritage site of Durham Cathedral as its backdrop.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 12

Early June and one of the best laburnum shows around – this annual blooming 'tunnel' has been created in the gardens of Grade I listed Seaton Delaval Hall in Northumberland. The property is now owned by the National Trust. #engalnd #northumberland #laburnum #june #nationaltrust #photography

In early June, this laburnum 'tunnel' in the gardens of Northumberland's Seaton Delaval Hall is an absolute showstopper!
The gorgeous bright yellow blooms have been trained to grow across a frame to provide an attractive feature in the property's gardens.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 10

OS maps have this feature on the beach at Ryhope, Sunderland in NE England marked as 'Jane Jiveson's Rock'. Unable to find anybody who ever lived in the UK with that name – the surname 'Jiveson', it seems, is extremely rare! #england #sunderland #coast #seascape #landscape #photography

On the beach at Ryhope, part of Sunderland in NE England and a rocky outcrop in the foreground, marked on maps as 'Jane Jiveson's Rock'. Carved from the cliffs around a century ago, it serves as a distinctive marker that highlights the rate of coastal erosion along this part of the coast.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 8

Kisdon Force, near Keld in Upper Swaledale, part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Situated on both the Pennine Way and Coast to Coast long distance paths, I was very lucky to have it all to myself on this visit. #england #yorkshire #keld #swaledale #waterfall #pennineway #photography

Water cascading down a small waterfall known as Kisdon Force, near Keld, Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. At the base of the waterfallfall, a peat-stained pool that often proves an attractive draw to refresh the feet of those walking the Pennine Way and Coast to Coast long distance paths which both pass this location.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 6

A view across a buttercup meadow to Durham's crowning glory in NE England, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Durham Cathedral. Look closely, just left of the cathedral's west towers, you might be able to make out Penshaw Hill and Monument. #england #durham #cathedral #unesco #landscape #photography

A buttercup meadow on a hillside in Durham, NE England, helping to frame the city's Norman cathedral, The vibrant golden yellow flowers contrasting against the azure blue skies of late spring.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 6

This is Hylton Dene Pond, Sunderland in NE England and was only created in 1995 as part of a local regeneration project. Hylton Dene lies beyond and can be explored all the way up to Hylton Castle. #sunderland #hyltondene #pond #june #spring #landscape #photography

Late spring in the sunshine at Hylton Dene Pond, Sunderland in NE England. Surrounded by woodland, this gorgeous spot is quite well 'hidden', known mostly by locals and members of the angling community.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 4

On the banks of the River Wear at Durham, by the Old Racecourse, sits this bronze sculpture of the 'Durham Ox'. Created by artist/sculptor Andrew Burton in 1997, the installation references to the legend of the 'Dun Cow', #england #durham #durhamcathedral #unescoworldheritage #photography

Bronze sculpture of the 'Durham Ox' by Andrew Burton on the banks of the River Wear in Durham, NE England. The installation gives a nod to the legend of the 'Dun Cow' and the final resting place of St Cuthbert.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 3

The Victoria Viaduct spanning the River Wear near Penshaw, Sunderland in NE England. It was completed on 28 June 1838, the date of the coronation of Queen Victoria. The last trains crossed in 1991, the line finally closed in 2012. #england #sunderland #bridge #railwayheritage #landscape #photography

The graceful arches of the Victoria Viaduct spanning the River Wear near Penshaw, Sunderland. The tree-lined riverbanks once again looking verdant as we enter the final weeks of spring.

David Allan@davidallanphoto· Jun 2

On this day ten years ago in 'flaming June' 2016. One man and his doggy chum experiencing unseasonal coastal fury on Seaburn's seafront promenade in NE England. #england #sunderland #coast #storm #june #seascape #photography