A RECENT photograph shows the iconic Osmington White Horse has faded dramatically and is now barely visible on the hillside. Measuring 85 metres long and nearly 100 metres high, the historic chalk landmark - which depicts King George III riding his charger, Adonis - is over 210 years old. A local tale claims that the king was so offended by the carving, because it shows him riding away from Weymouth, rather than towards it, that he never returned.
The White Horse, as it used to look Picture: Graham Hunt It is a familiar sight on the A353 route into the town - but local photographer Rob Vincent recently captured this shot of the horse looking decidedly off-colour.
The year 2020 may go down as one of the most remarkable years in history; no doubt itâs certainly been one for the books. As we take a look back on the most memorable and prominent stories of the past year, we find it somewhat difficult to sift through and find any stories not associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. While the novel coronavirus continues to make headline after headline, 2020 was also a year to remember for many other happenings.Â
From the general election held during a census year to big announcements concerning industry for Lawrence County, 2020 gave us plenty to smileâand mostly winceâabout. As the new year approaches,