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Published: 2009-06-30 06:20:13 +0000 UTC; Views: 552; Favourites: 23; Downloads: 0
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Donaghadee Northern IrelandThe Moat in Donaghadee was built to house the explosives for the blasting involved in the construction of the harbour. It is one of the most prominent features of the town. The Motte, or the Moat as it is known, dates back to 1818. Today it is part of a park, giving views across the town and seawards towards the Copeland Islands. The original mound was of Norman origin, when a motte and bailey stood on the site. It was initially used as a defensive structure, and provided an excellent look-out post.
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lol I've seen so many people fall down that hill, including my friends dog. And no theres nothing inside it except loads of weeds unforunately
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too many people around to look inside 
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wow something really must have been buzzing then, usually its only drunks, kids and smokers up there xD
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Forgive me, but I can't help it...
"Camelot!"
"It's only a model..."
"Hush."
Beautiful shot.
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it was used as a store for explosives... the people living near it are very protective of it and question anyone who comes close, it might be that they still use it for explosives
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wonderful shot... almost looks like a miniature from the perspective
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it is small, but not quite that small
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thanks, a foggy day helped with this one
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Love the angle and your choice of B&W.
Ageless capture Jackson!
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I like how you used B&W here
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lol yes, it would need a bigger ball of course
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