The Miramar in Herne Bay

The Miramar Care Home in Herne Bay, the picture shows the new development by Signature Senior Lifestyle. When complete in late summer 2007 will provide many new assisted apartment's for the over 65s.
Photographed by Airads Images

St Augustine's Abbey in Historic Canterbury

St Augustine's Abbey

This great abbey, marking the rebirth of Christianity in southern England, was founded in AD 597 by St Augustine. Originally created as a burial place for the Anglo-Saxon kings of Kent, it is part of the Canterbury World Heritage Site, along with the Cathedral and St Martin's Church.

The impressive abbey is situated outside the city walls and is bordered to the left by Canterbury Christ Church University college campus.

Water Tower at Herne Bay

Ever wondered whats on top of the Water Tower at Herne Bay,

Well, the 100 foot tall concrete water tower overlooking Herne Bay from the top of Mickleburgh Hill is now only used as a base for radio transmitters.
Possibly now under threat of removal for redevelopment by Mid Kent Water.

House Of Fraser Maidstone

House Of Fraser at Maidstone in Kent, forming a large part of the recently completed redevelopement of the town center.
Fremlin Walk
This brand new shopping centre is built on the riverside site of a Victorian brewery. The development brings around 50 new shops including House of Fraser, Oasis, Faith, HMV and Ernest Jones, as well as restaurants and a 800 space car park to the town centre.

Norfolk Line Ferries

Norfolk Line to Dunkerque,
A recent picture of the 'Northern Merchant' a newly refitted Norfolk Line ferry, entering the Port of Dover from Dunkerque.
If you're taking a Norfolkline ferry to Dover or Dunkerque you could be nearer your destination than you think.

Dunkerque, just 1 hour 45 mins from Dover with direct links to the A16 and A25 motorways, is more convenient than Calais for many French destinations when travelling by ferry. It is also better situated for Belgium and Holland as well as providing shorter drive times to Germany, Switzerland and beyond. What’s more, Norfolkline is the only ferry company sailing to Dunkerque - get to your destination through our hastle free ferry route to France.

Maybrook Retail Park Canterbury

Maybrook Retail Park in Canterbury nears completion.

Maybrook Retail Park is situated approximately 1 mile to the East of Canterbury City Centre. The area known as Sturry Road is the main retail warehousing location in Canterbury and is home to a large number of retailers. The scheme is prominently positioned at the junction of Sturry Road and Vauxhall Road, opposite Canterbury Retail Park and Stour Retail Park. Major retailers in the vicinity include: Argos, Asda, B&Q, Comet, Currys, Carpet Right, Harveys, PC World, Matalan, Sports World, MFI and TK Maxx.

The Old Tannery Canterbury

The Old Tannery, in Stour Street, Canterbury - a new development by
Bellway Homes of contemporary apartments and townhouses, situated within the old City Walls to this historic location.


Lots more aerial photos of Historic Canterbury and the new developements within can be found in our main site Airads Images.com

Ch4s Big Brother House

The Big Brother House


Big in the news recently with the heated race debate. The sky over the Elstree landmark was vieved by huge crowds including Jade as the Airads Aerial Banner flew past with the message, BB BULLIES OUT

Photo Studio Hire now complete

Airads Images Photo Studio Hire is now available for bookings and times are pretty flexible, any times between 8am to 10pm is ok for now,

The Studio Hire has only just been completed and is looking pretty good, there is plenty of natural light and a good selection of Bowens and Multiblitz lighting all suspended from the Hi Glide rail system.

There a good range of other gizmos, Spot lights and reflectors, lots of colour gels etc.Lighting Boom, large Mono Pod, 4-5 cloth backdrops also 2.75m paper rolls on the Lastolite roller system.

The Studio Hire is on the first floor with very easy wide stairs and is a good size for most work, it has a kitchen (with free tea, coffee etc), toilets/changing room, and as from later this week should have wireless broadband.

Costs are not yet cut in stone but 1 hour £20, half day (4 hours) £70, or full day (8 hours) £120. This includes use of all equipment and helpfull advice and assistance if required

To arrange a viewing of the Studio or to make a booking and check availability, call Bob Shilling on 07836 351001 or email

PHOTO STUDIO HIRE

Airads Images PHOTO STUDIO HIRE is now complete. The Photographic Studio has a complete inventory of proffessional Studio Lighting suspended from the HI GLIDE rail system. There is also a good range of Floor Lighting and a pro Mono Pod.
The Photo Studio is available for hire to all levels of photographers, from raw beginers wishing to explore Studio Photography, (with helpful advice and assistance if required) right up to the most demanding of professional photographers.
The Studio has a large range of Studio Props and backdrops, Wireless Broadband, kitchen, toilets and changing rooms.

Studio Hire starts from £20 per hour, this includes full use of all equipment and includes the happy relaxed atmosphere.
So to find out more about the Studio Hire or to make a booking please either email or call 07836 351001

Mast Quay Apartments

Mast Quay is a new development on the river in Woolwich, London, SE18 offering contemporary living spaces and panoramic views across the river Thames and the city of London. The estate consists of two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses most of which have balconies with river views. Visit the development website www.mastquay.com

The picture shows a 50 foot tall printed mesh banner suspended from the balconys. These banners provide great advertising also they can be hung from scaffolding to give protection from falling objects, yet still allow plenty of light to the woking area.
Airads Images produce all kinds of promotional hordings printed to photographic quality.

Plumstead Soth East London

Plumstead SE London:Construction is nearing completion at Kitewood’s £4m affordable housing development at Plumstead High Street in the London Borough of Greenwich.

Airads Images was asked to photograph the developement which includes 27 one, two and three bedroom flats and houses, the scheme will be operated by London & Quadrant and Tower Homes following its completion in early 2006.

Kitewood director, Joe Crawley says: “This is a typical example of the company’s involvement in the affordable housing sector in London, the current development programme of which is in excess of 300 units.”
Kitewood have developed over the last 10 years, a turnkey operation to provide purpose designed affordable schemes in London and the home counties.

The program is currently in excess of 350 units and encompasses family houses, single person flats, key worker and special needs accommodation. A typical scheme is 50 units.

Ashford Shopping Outlet, McArthurGlen

An Aerial view of Ashford Shopping Outlet, McArthurGlen is a huge shopping outlet for Designer shops, although it’s not just about shopping. You’ll find a whole host of events taking place in the malls, from workshops to live music to children's activities. So keep on eye on thier website for all the latest news, events, new store openings and special offers…

Fox Terriers

The friendly face of a loyal dog.
Recent Photos for the local Dogs Trust
Fox Terriers are friendly, independent and fearless dogs. They learn quickly and are active and alert making them great pets, but remember these lively natured dogs need lots of attention and long walks!

Boeing Stearman

Bob Shilling of Airads Images was recently called upon to create a collection of Stearman air to air photos for TG aviation



T G Aviation
Boeing Stearman - G-BTFG/N4467N - A Brief History The Boeing Stearman was used as a primary training aircraft by the U.S. Army Air Corps and U.S. Navy before and during WWII. As far as possible we have traced the roots of our Stearman and we believe it to be a U.S. Navy variant, Model A75-N2S-4, built circa 1942/43. The aircraft probably remained in military hands well into the 1950's. The aircraft entered civilian hands in 1957 and remained in use until late 1966/ early 1967 when it was taken out of service. In 1971/1972 the aircraft was rebuilt as a crop duster and remained in service until 1981. A further rebuild was completed in 1986 and in January 1991 the aircraft was disassembled and shipped to the UK where it has flown privately until the recent purchase by TG Aviation. The aircraft is now on a Public Transport CofA and is available for Training and Trial Flights. For more info on this aircraft click

Reculver Towers Kent

The twin towers of St. Mary's Church
known as Reculver takes its place in history as the site of the official birthplace of Christianity in England. The coastline to the West was also one of the testing areas for the famous Barnes Wallis "Dambuster" bouncing bombs in April 1943.
Here the towers are seen with the stunning sunset on unusually tranquil seas.
The Reculver towers can be found just to the East of Herne Bay.

Spinnaker Tower at Portsmouth harbour

Elegant, sculptural and awe-inspiring, the Spinnaker Tower is set to become a new national icon.
Now soaring into the sky , the Spinnaker Tower is a new landmark for Portsmouth and the south coast of England.

Visible from miles around, the Spinnaker Tower has already changed the horizon forever. Located in Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, it is the UK's tallest publicly accessible building outside of London offering thousands of visitors stunning views for its three decks at 100, 105 and 110m.
Soaring 170 metres into the sky above the historic harbour of Portsmouth, gateway to the English Channel, the Spinnaker Tower is open to view.

Wind Farms

Renewable energy is important to the UK. The Government has made a firm commitment that 10% of our electricity supplies should come from renewable sources of energy by 2010. The construction of offshore windfarms will make a valuable contribution to that target. Renewable energy will help us reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and provide greater security to our energy supply.

At the same time it is important that we take the opportunity to investigate, research and learn more about the possible environmental impacts of offshore windfarm development.

Millennium Dome and Canary Wharf

Millennium Dome in the foreground with the Isle of Dogs, Docklands Developement seen on the far side of the river Thames.
This has proved to be a popular image.
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