CREATED over 60 years ago, this weighty machine was the Photoshop of its time. The Adam’s Retouching Machine, which weighs two-and-a-half stone, was invented in 1947 and gave photographers the opportunity to perfect their pictures. Instead of uploading images to a computer, photographers would place their negative under the magnifying glass. Blemishes in the picture could then be smoothed out by using a retouching pencil, assisted by the gentle vibrations of the machine.
THESE kaleidoscopic-like photographs capture England’s churches and cathedrals in all their glory .
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
TENNIS was a game made for three according to the first Victorian rule book .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
