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Ebb Tide

Taken: May 2012, Carrasqueira, Comporta

Camera: Panasonic FZ8

“Located on the banks of the River Sado, this port on stilts, built originally by migrant workers, is still used today by the boats fishing in the estuary."

Keyword: Fragile

A Lone Fisherman

Taken: March 2019; south west coast, Algarve

Camera: Nikon P7800

“Not for the faint hearted! And how do you ‘land’ such a catch, should you get one? Fresh fish is very important in Portugal.”

Keyword: Vertigo

Pena Palace

Taken: October 2018, Sintra

Camera: Nikon D80

“Old monasteries and castles can be found all over Europe; this colourful palace, looking like a Disney creation – but built in the 19th century – was commissioned by a Portuguese King. There are many more in that area, all very elaborate.”

Keyword: Stunning

Cork Oaks

Taken: April 2012, Alentejo

Camera: Panasonic FZ8

“These trees, native to Portugal, are at least 25 years old. They are said to be ‘blushing at their bare legs’. It takes about nine years for the bark to regrow."

Keyword: Scenic

The family-run Amesbury Abbey Group offers an elegant retirement in country house style at Monte da Palhagueira.

For those who are looking for the reassurance of constant professional care, our nursing care may be the way forward. Alongside all the benefits of residential care, our nursing care adds the additional security of 24-hour care provision from qualified nursing professionals.

Our team spend a lot of time getting to know each resident as an individual, learning their preferences and understanding their concerns, working hand in hand with GPs and other associated care professionals to provide outstanding personalised nursing care. Our exceptional care team treat all our residents with respect, dignity and friendship, and our nursing home has a warm, family atmosphere. Each individual aspect of our nursing care is designed to give our residents the best possible quality of life and the highest standards of 24-hour care.

For further information, please contact Senior Sister Hazel Gordon at T: +351 289 990 900

by Dora Guerreiro