Mums lunch and Bodleian library tour
Taking in a Bodleian Library tour in Oxford, seeing the traditional rooms, Divinity School and the library featured in Harry Potter
Adventures
Our adventures out and about in the UK, on the farm and further afield.
Cotswold Wildlife park rough and tumble with friends
We visited Cotswold wildlife park with friends. A beautiful day, and the kids loved seeing the animals and hours on the adventure playground.
The key camping essentials you don’t want to forget
I’m a big list person. Without them I’d forgot a lot, so going on holiday definitely needs a list. But going camping for the first time in years, I was initially a bit stumped on what equipment I’d need. There…
Helping kids have broader life experiences – trip to Blenheim Palace
I think it’s key for children to get broader life experiences and not just stay at home. It’s not always easy to persuade them. Here’s our Blenheim trip
An unplanned playground visit for Mother’s Day
We seem to be getting to know parks near us really well. N loves them, and is putting his foot down about simply going to the park rather than to somewhere with more to see and do. For Mother’s Day,…
Kite flying and nest building – kite giveaway
There are some great benefits to living where we do. The view. Living close to family. Plenty of space for N to play in. The downside is that it’s pretty breezy because there’s no shelter from other houses or hedges…
Spring walk and running races in the park
As soon as there’s good weather we make the effort to vsit the park. So we had a lovely spring walk
How to choose a tent for family camping
Now spring has arrived, we’re thinking forward to camping again. Our camping trip with friends is booked, although some are dragging their heels about getting organised and actually booking. People are also indecisive whether husbands are going too. Secretly I’m…
Signs of spring – my joys of spring
I’ve shared previously what I love about autumn and winter, but spring seems to make everything hopeful. Instagram goes mad for it, people shake off their coats (we hope) and get thinking about summer. So here’s my take on the…
Mottisfont – an outdoor National Trust visit
A day visit to Mottisfont house, abbey and gardens in February. See what there is to do at this National Trust venue in winter
Beaulieu National Motor Museum, Palace House and Top Gear
A visit to Beaulieu motor musum, palace house and the world of Top Gear. Lots of half term fun for the family.
