Sticking the first New Year’s Eve party
Firstly Happy New Year. I hope 2019 brings us all what we wish for. I haven’t celebrated new year at midnight for about 16 years. I think that last attempt was 15 years ago when we were invited to my…
Seasonal
A Carnival Waddesdon Manor Christmas
Visiting Waddesdon Manor at Christmas has been one of our traditions for the last 3 years. As always I booked months ago, but this time decided to book tickets closer to Christmas. And after the Waddesdon Manor Christmas market had…
Choosing a new Christmas colour scheme
We don’t make a big thing about decorating the house at seasonal times. But at Christmas having a tree is pretty much essential despite what the other half says. But when you grow up it’s time to make that decision…
How to get your Christmas spirit back
If you struggle to get your Christmas mojo, when you usually love the holiday season. If you’re feeling stressed and out of sorts, not ready for everything that is flung in your direction. Hopefully this post is for you. (Not…
Ideas for unusual Christmas activities – and a tractor run
Like any child I used to love Christmas. That was without the myriad of Christmas activities people now do over the advent and holiday season. I still love Christmas, but now it’s to make the excitement for N as well…
How to take better photos of Christmas lights
How to take better photos of christmas lights, from displays to light trails to christmas trees. Tips to use the camera you have.
Fun with Christmas films – Christmas movie bingo
I love the run up to Christmas, probably more than I like the actual day. Mainly because it’s still a working day on the farm so it’s not like the traditional Christmas we had as a child, and not what…
Blenheim Palace Christmas light show with Cinderella in the palace
A big part of our Christmas, and so many other people’s, are visiting Christmas light trails and beautiful decorated houses. Throughout the holiday season, there’s so much to see and do, and it’s a good excuse to get outside rather…
Halloween trail and tales from the farm
Halloween has been and gone for another year. We don’t really celebrate it. We’ve done pumpkins for the last few years – well, being a blogger and instagrammer it’s pretty essential to visit a pumpkin patch and take photos of…
How to make candy apples – great for gifts or parties
Make these fun candy apples – as gifts or as a party activity Autumn arrives and everyone things about halloween and bonfire night. Along with both events comes sweet treats, and toffee apples. Personally I’m not a fan of toffee…
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
