Kit Used

Fujifilm XT-2
F.Zuiko 50mm f1.4

12/02/26

Finally a break in the rain. It’s been relentless since New Year - Hampshire had its second wettest January since 1836, and some parts of the UK saw 40 consecutive days of rain. I was desperate to get out with the camera so grabbed it and headed to Emsworth Mill Pond.

Couple walking along the causeway at Emsworth Harbour

Row of traditional terraced houses along Emsworth waterfront

The pond was formed in the 1760s when they dammed the River Ems to power the Slipper Mill. Back then Emsworth had four working mills supplying meal to the Royal Navy in Portsmouth. Hard to picture it now.

Two white swans resting on dark water in Emsworth Harbour

Loads of swans about. Much calmer than the ones at Broadmarsh - these weren’t trying to fight anyone for bread.

Weathered fishing boat detail with orange buoy at Emsworth Harbour

Weathered rowing boat stranded on mudflats at low tide

Boats everywhere - some on the water, some pulled up onto the hard. Clearly everyone had the same idea as me because the place was busy. Spotted a few old couples holding hands along the promenade, just taking their time. Cute.

Couple walking hand-in-hand along the waterfront in Emsworth

Bright yellow daffodils blooming along Emsworth waterfront

Construction worker on scaffolding in Emsworth

The town centre has a good selection of charity shops and local family-run places - the kind of high street that hasn’t been completely taken over by chains. I’ve been here in summer and early morning too, gorgeous at both times. Definitely want to come back when the weather’s better and spend a bit more time exploring.

Customer at local shop counter in Emsworth