Staying in vs going out on the farm
Children certainly keep you on your toes. I should have expected that really. All of last year I moaned that I never saw N at weekends. That he always wanted to be out on the farm. And often we’d have…
Adventures
Our adventures out and about in the UK, on the farm and further afield.
The differences with winter in the countryside
Are you a cold or hot weather person? I prefer cooler rather than hot, but I’m not a fan of snow. But there’s certainly plenty that’s special in winter to make you appreciate it. For farmers they’re even less keen…
Learning to drive with Young Driver Firefly lessons
If you want to start your children off on their driving journey, Young Driver lessons could be an idea. We tried out the firefly car lesson for 5-10 year olds
Checking out the new Westgate Oxford shopping centre
A new Westgate Oxford shopping centre, and a chance to check out what there is to offer. Read the review of my trip there
What makes a good playdate according to a 6 year old boy
Like most children, N loves a playdate. He doesn’t get to have many because after school isn’t an option and during school holidays he’s either on the farm with his dad (who won’t take him to playdates) or at holiday…
Visiting Charlecote Park with friends
3 years after our first visit, we made another trip to National Trust’s Charlecote Park. This time with friends, enjoying the Christmas displays.
Tips to enjoy the Blenheim Palace Christmas light trail
Tips on getting the most out of, and to enjoy the Blenheim Palace Christmas light trail, and a past visit
Enjoying snow day activities
Every winter I grimace when I hear or read the news telling us ‘it’s going to be the worst winter weather this year’. And every year I hope for no snow. Snow days are all very well when you don’t…
Enjoying the outdoors with Trespass coats
*Ad – gifted The weather’s certainly turned colder here, and we’re expecting a cold spell on the way. Being sent coats from Trespass was perfect timing. I don’t mind the cold as long as I’m dressed for the weather, and…
A Waddesdon Manor Christmas with Enchanted Menagerie artwork
Check out the Enchanted Menagerie displays during this day visit for a Waddesdon Manor Christmas.
Black country living museum – exploring historic real life
A family visit to the Black Country Living Museum to learn about how they lived and worked in the coal mining area.
