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
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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…
Wasgij puzzle Christmas 13 Turkey’s Delight review and solution
I go through phases with jigsaw puzzles, and this autumn has seen me get back into them again. It started with the lovely and relaxing Falcon de Luxe Christmas 2 in 1 puzzle, but has now moved onto a first…
Prestige Flowers for a striking Christmas bouquet
Since I started my flower photography course I’ve been enjoying having flowers around the house. We’ve not got many places to put them, so the kitchen window seems to be the best place. It’s nice to see them as we…
The Son of Bigfoot DVD release and giveaway
It’s not often we get agreement from N to watch a film that we’d all be happy watching, but I’m hoping that with the recent release of The Son of Bigfoot dvd, we might have success in having a family…
Enjoy a luxury Christmas gift hamper from Prestige Hampers
Mention a Christmas gift hamper or luxury hamper to someone, and it conjures up thoughts of posh shops and food. Hampers that you dreamed of when browsing gift catalogues, and unusual foods and drinks that you fancied trying. We were…
From Ragley Hall to Coughton Court National Trust
After an disappointing trip to Ragley Hall, we nipped up the road to National Trust Coughton Court to enjoy the house, gardens and games
How to entertain the family at Snowshill Manor and Gardens
A day out at National Trust’s Snowshill Manor and Gardens. Explore the natural play area, do the kids sticker trail and see the quirky collections
Fun with Staccups and 5 second rule games review
If the new Staccups game doesn’t win numerous toy or game awards I’ll eat my hat (or I would if I wore one). When I was introduced to some of the new games from University Games at Blog on Xmas,…
Educational fun at Portsmouth historic dockyard
A look at several of the exhibitions and ships available for visitors to look round at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Queens Hotel in Southsea – a great location
I hate the pressure of booking a good hotel. Generally because I’ve had 2 experiences in the past where we’ve arrived to find the hotel hasn’t received our booking or has ignored it. But also because when you go away…
