The British Lake District, located in the North of England is a diverse and magnificent landscape, awarded UNESCO Heritage status in 2017. Stunning lakes, beautiful tarns and idyllic natural beauty sit harmoniously alongside picturesque villages. With a plethora of things to do in the Lake District, how will you spend your time? A pleasant lakeside […]
Getting to Stonehenge from Bath Stonehenge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, majestic, magnificent and shrouded in mystery. Why and how were these ancient stones dragged to their resting place on Salisbury Plain? What was their purpose? What is their story? If only stones could talk! Visitors can only speculate the answers to these long since […]
Kerry and I have visited London on many occasions. We love the diversity, vibrancy and “aliveness” of the big smoke. The spring and summer months are our usual time to hit the streets, strolling along the Southbank, discovering hidden gems, seeking out quirky things to see and do, mostly off the tourist track. So, this […]
Top 5 Lake District Villages The Lake District, UK has always been an “all year round” top tourist destination and rightly so! Breathtaking scenery in which lie countless opportunities to hike, bike, kayak or stroll. Meander through quaint unspoilt villages, enjoy coffee and cake or a famous Lake District ice cream. Bask in the knowledge […]
Camping in the Langdales Are you looking for the perfect base in the stunning Langdale Valley, Cumbria? Do you want a quiet spot to relax, enjoy the great outdoors, walk, cycle and climb? Does choosing exactly where you want to pitch your tent appeal? If camping is your thing, be it solo, with friends, family […]
Top things to do in Liverpool An unmissable destination in the North of England, one of my favourites and not because it’s our hometown! Liverpool is a vibrant, current and ever-changing city. This maritime, then town, rose to fame, fortune and wealth off the back of the slave trade. The stunning architecture and wealth of […]
The Three Musketeers, Dukes Theatre, Lancaster (3rd July-18th August 2018) Grab your swords and get set for a thrilling adventure in this modern twist on a timeless tale. Prepare yourself for an epic journey as you join our heroine, or should I say, hero? D’Artagnan. She is fearless, determined and resolute in her quest to […]
How do you fancy being at the tiller of a narrowboat? Does chugging along the canal, enjoying a slower pace of life appeal? If so, perhaps a narrow boat holiday is for you. Having just returned from a sunny week on the “Shroppie,” with our family read our top tips for a Narrowboat holiday to […]