A Summer Day in Haworth, Brontë Country
byMum has long wanted to visit Haworth to check out Brontë Country. This is the Yorkshire countryside where the Brontë siblings, Charlotte, Emily, and Anne (and…
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Castles Galore in North Wales
byNorth Wales is a scenic place – full of the most beautiful countryside – mountains, valleys, and an amazing coastline. But what anchors it…
Chelsea Flower Show in Pictures
byOne blistering Saturday, the girl and I went to the Chelsea Flower Show with friends. Last year, we were too late to buy tickets,…
A road trip to North Wales
byWe took a short break last month during spring break, as we all needed something to revive ourselves from the tedium of the winter…
How Green Energy Choices Are Improving UK Hotel Experiences
byThe definition of a luxury stay in Britain is shifting. While crisp sheets and a solid breakfast are still non-negotiable, a new standard is…
A Walk along the Thames
bySnubnose and I tried to get in one last walk before the cold snap set in, and it was one of the most beautiful…
Diwali Weekend in Lake District
byDiwali was a bit of a damp squib in terms of festivities, as we still don’t know many people yet and haven’t made many…
Bushy Park
byI’ve been a bit distracted lately. The kids started school and uni, respectively, and we have been staying at home more. The weather’s more…
5 Tips to help you plan the perfect road trip
byWhether you’re planning a solo adventure, a romantic getaway or a family holiday, a road trip is an exciting way to explore the UK….
Stonehenge and Salisbury
byStonehenge is an easy day trip from London, and one Bank Holiday weekend, we all decided to drive down and see these magnificent ancient…