UK arboretums to visit at any time of year
You can visit UK arboretums all year round, here’s some suggestions of arboreta across the country.
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Day out at Heatherton World of Activities
A morning enjoying activities at Heatherton World of Activities, a place for all ages to try their hand at different sports and games
National Roman Legion Museum and Caerleon amphitheatre
A visit to the National Roman Legion Museum and Caerleon Amphitheatre, a bit of Ancient Roman history near Newport Wales
Review of Jileon wide leg wellies for big calves
If you have to pick an item of clothing that’s hard to find the perfect fit you’d probably say jeans. Or maybe a bra. But for me it’s always been wellies. Specifically wide leg wellies. Because most wellington boots aren’t…
Dare2B Veritas III waterproof jacket review
*Ad – gifted for review Thanks to my losing weight over the last year, my favourite waterproof 3 in 1 jacket is now miles too big. Getting the chance to review a Dare2B waterproof jacket was good timing. A chance…
Where to visit sunflower fields in the UK
Sunflower fields in the UK Updated for 2023 For years I’ve been meaning to get to more flower fields after going a couple of years ago to Cotswold Lavender. I’ve not managed to get to any until this summer, when…
Tips for camping in the heat
We haven’t been camping for the last 2 years (well, N did go to a glamping sleepover party recently with friends), so I’m missing it a bit. More so being away with friends and enjoying relaxing evenings and time at…
Fostering kids’ interest in nature through bird watching at home
Bird watching is often thought of as something for older people or those who like a bit of quiet and time to themselves. But it’s been one of the little positives since lockdown 1 and working from home. And it’s…
Snow days and sledging with a dog in tow
We don’t have many snowy days here, but generally when we have snowy days, they’re either just a slight dusting or too much and we end up with the roads blocked from the wind. Being in lockdown means I’m less…
Autumn park visit and DIY refreshments
I love autumn. It’s my favourite season, although this year I doubt we’ll be getting out as much to make the most of the autumnal colours as usual. This weekend we did meet up with N’s school and tennis friend…
Puppy walking in the countryside
Being on a farm we rarely walk our dogs. Well, the in laws walk theirs and my sister in law loves going for long walks with theirs. But ours generally just roam around on the farm, then go out in…