Tales From The Towers — Signed & Personalised Paperback
Tales From The Towers
The story of the peregrine falcons of Lincoln Cathedral
Signed & personalised - the perfect Christmas gift.
Look Inside
A selection of pages from the book.
The opening chapter begins high above the cathedral.
Lincoln Cathedral at dusk from above the city.
The Wanderers’ Return introduces the story of the peregrines.
A glimpse of the writing and narrative inside the book.
The Bell Chamber realm high within Lincoln Cathedral.
A close-up portrait of one of the young peregrines.
The dramatic food pass high above the cathedral.
It's a beautifully illustrated book telling the remarkable story of the peregrines that live high above Lincoln.
But it's not simply a book of photographs.
It tells the story of the peregrine falcons who have made Lincoln Cathedral their home - courtship, territorial battles, new life, fledging and the extraordinary dramas that unfold high above the city.
It is a story revealed slowly, in light, in silence, and in the moments that reward those who wait.
From the tower ledges and hidden corners of the cathedral, these birds have become part of the life of the city. This book brings those moments together: stillness, anticipation, conflict, and new life — all unfolding high above the streets below.
Illustrated with more than 60 of my photographs, Tales From The Towers brings together years of watching, photographing and documenting these remarkable birds.
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About the author
Bruce Hargrave - pictured here with Welsh naturalist Iolo Williams at the top of the tower - is a wildlife photographer whose work has appeared in the Times newspaper and on BBC TV. He has spent years observing and documenting the peregrine falcons of Lincoln Cathedral. He also installed and operates the cathedral peregrine cameras and founded the Lincoln Peregrines community.
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Signed and personalised softback edition - £29 including UK delivery
Available now
About the book
- Softcover edition
- Over 60 original photographs
- Square format (8.5 × 8.5 inches)
- Printed in full colour on high-quality paper
- A narrative-led book: combining photography with storytelling
- Inspired by long-term observation of the Lincoln Cathedral peregrines
*****Star Reviews - What People Are Saying*****
"Bruce has told the wonderful true story of these birds in words and pictures. If you love nature and wildlife, you will love this book." Sue from Lincoln
"A labour of love that feels like sitting with a friend sharing their favourite stories. It’s intimate, vivid, and deeply rooted at Lincoln Cathedral. If you’ve watched the Peregrine falcon livestream, visited the towers, or just love seeing the birds thrive in the heart of the city — this is essential reading" Nigel Chester-Buckley
Signed & personalised — only available here
Every copy ordered from this store is personally signed.
If you would like a dedication (for yourself or as a gift), you can include your chosen wording when you order.
Whether it is for Christmas, a birthday, a thank you, or something more personal, I will write it exactly as requested.
Price
£29.00 — includes UK postage, packing, and personal dedication
There are no additional costs at checkout.
A note from the author
Many of the photographs in this book were first shared during the Lincoln Cathedral exhibition. The response to those images — and to the story behind them — is what led to this book.
When the bells mark the next quarter hour, somewhere above them wings will rise into the wind again — and someone, somewhere, will be watching.
Delivery
- Signed and prepared to order
- Dispatched within 2–3 working days
- Carefully packaged to ensure it arrives in perfect condition