On these pages you find many reviews of wines, proseccos and gins for sure so I thought it would be interesting to change the subject to something different for my next review. A Scotch Whisky. | Continue reading
I am always out on adventures and outdoors for much of my time too. My skin has many years of taking a beating and yourbalm is the product I use to repair and care for | Continue reading
On a warm August Sunday, we decided to go on a Jurassic experience at Roarr! Dinosaur adventure in Lenwade, Norfolk. This was our first time visiting but as keen dinosaur enthusiasts we thought it would | Continue reading
We often measure the minds of others with our own. Birds on the other hand appear to have a sixth sense of being able to know beyond, such as the arrival of a storm, finding | Continue reading
This filling cheesy sauce recipe is a wonderful go to for a quick and easy side to all manner of dishes. You can even use it as a warm and comforting main meal on its | Continue reading
Snakes, the word that gives so many the shivers and causes them to recoil, even I, an animal lover, initially struggled to warm up to these cold-blooded creatures. And if I’m honest, I still have | Continue reading
Newark on Trent in Nottinghamshire is a historic town on the beautiful River Trent, a scenic place for walking beside the river, or for discovering a Castle with history to explore. The castle was founded | Continue reading
I am lucky to live not too far from the beautiful New Forest National Park. With its combination of woodland, heathland and coastline, it makes for an excellent place to visit for a day out | Continue reading
I still remember my first visit to the Grand Canyon and standing on the South Rim, slack jawed in amazement staring at the stupendous views in front of me. For as far as the eye | Continue reading
Having moved to Hervey Bay nearly 3 years ago one of my first stops was of course the world- famous Fraser Island. I have since returned many times with friends on their boats, but when | Continue reading
There is something liberating about heading deep into a forest and leaving the hubbub of modern life behind you. Filling your lungs with the scent of pine and treating your ears to the strange silence | Continue reading
When I moved to Lancaster some eight years ago, I had heard of the lakes but little did I know the beauty that they behold. Growing up in Hertfordshire, just outside of London, I thought | Continue reading
If you read my first article on this site, Slindon and Great Down, you may recall me mentioning that Britain's newest National Park, has over 3000km or so of footpaths and bridleways that are largely | Continue reading
When I started my Ketogenic lifestyle journey a few years ago, I started with basics. Those basics lead me to the basic Keto butter coffee breakfast that has been the mainstay meal every day. If | Continue reading
Anyone who enjoyed roasting marshmallows over a campfire in their youth to make a s’more will reminisce in this gooey concoction which has been adapted to make a dessert. A blast of sweetness on a | Continue reading
Delighted that the travel restrictions had been lifted, it was time to take to the road and head west. As a Scot who has been living in Oz for nearly three years, I am always | Continue reading
I have been living a Ketogenic lifestyle for over 4 years now. I started long before keto became a trend diet. I had a bad accident on one of my travels that stopped me from | Continue reading
Almscliffe Crag is a rocky outcrop that sticks out from the surrounding Yorkshire countryside. A popular spot for climbers, the Crag is not far from the popular town of Harrogate. We were staying nearby at Wharfe | Continue reading
Tandle Hills of ‘Tangs’ as it is sometimes affectionately known is a recommended park to visit if you live in the Oldham area. It has been a firm favourite in our family for many years, | Continue reading
Firstly, let me declare that I love the US National Parks (NPs)! Ever since we did a road trip some 20 years ago that took us to Zyon, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell and Monument Valley | Continue reading
On a family break to Yorkshire I discovered to my delight that on the East Yorkshire coastline you could sometimes (during summer) see one of my favourite birds, puffins! I had had a bit of a | Continue reading
Leicestershire in the East Midlands, UK is an underestimated county. The countryside and history is both scenic and astounding as we came to discover on a family outing. The Charnwood Forest in Leicestershire is just | Continue reading
Heysham Cliffs, a remarkable place to visit. This coastal headland in Lancashire has the only cliffs in Lancashire and the only ones between North Wales and Cumbria. Not only that it is packed full of | Continue reading
An early morning start - 07:45 - to make the most of the prevailing weather conditions, we meet for a coffee before setting off on the 40km scenic drive to Pelican Point. As we set | Continue reading
My passion for photography extends to many things however birds are one of my most exciting subjects. I love a jaunt especially if it means I get to photograph one of my favourite birds. The | Continue reading
From the moment you witness the wondrous Wasatch Range, Park City captivates and enthralls the adventurous spirits. Situated 32 miles southeast of Salt Lake City, Park City is primarily known as a winter wonderland, but travelers | Continue reading
This is the fourth walk in the quartet of walks around Slindon and Eartham, in the South Downs National Park, in West Sussex, UK. Today we will start in the Eartham Woods car park, located | Continue reading
On the B6243, as you cross the River Hodder near Hurst Green, Lancashire, look upstream. You will see an older, more derelict and small looking bridge. Not in use but you can still walk over | Continue reading
It's prime time for harvesting your bumper crop of Rhubarb and what better way to eat it than in a cake This is a fruity, creamy treat that everyone will love - it's gooey and moist | Continue reading
When looking for a quaffable red wine for an evening in the garden, something tasty but that would not break the bank. Toro Loco with its good reputation and awards just stood out from the | Continue reading
I have successfully trained my dog to pose in photos and am always being asked on social media how I get him to do it. Yes I know him being a border collie, and clever | Continue reading
Ecotherapy is a new buzz word that brings together nature and mental health therapy. Ecotherapy can be undertaken with specially trained therapists or you can try engage in nature therapy without any help. It is | Continue reading
A wonderful woodland walk in the leafy town of Lytham on the Fylde. Witch Wood is a bit of a hidden gem with plenty of locals unaware of it themselves. It's name is not associated | Continue reading
Britain has become a nation obsessed with “gin o’clock” and the choice on the market is huge, so of course it makes sense for a girl to do her research! So that being said, I | Continue reading
Nestled in the Derbyshire Dales, Matlock Bath is south of Matlock town on a6 road half way between Derby and Buxton a delightful location for family outings and walks and has been a popular destination | Continue reading
This chocolate cheesecake recipe has been passed around by my friends, as anyone who eats it wants to make it. It is a big hit with kids and adults alike, plus it is ideal for | Continue reading
Flatbreads are one of my staples throughout the summer months, working so well with the types of food that I enjoy; middle eastern dishes, summer salads and dips, and barbecued meats. Flatbreads can come in | Continue reading
Think of Britain's newest National Park, The South Downs, and most people will mention the South Downs way, a beautiful long distance walk from Winchester to Eastbourne (or vice-a-versa!). Not many people will tell you about | Continue reading
You know those cookies that you get in the supermarket in the little paper bags? The ones that are crispy on the outside but chewy and soft in the middle? Well these are like those, | Continue reading
Virginia Water Lake can be found on the southern edge of Windsor Great Park. It is a 4.5 mile circular walk around a magnificent blue lake which will take you approximately 2 hours. However, there | Continue reading
A vanilla and apple cake with a baked, crunchy, oaty topping smothered in toffee sauce. This is a tantalisingly sweet and moist treat with a deliciously crunchy top. It's perfect for any occasion and so | Continue reading
My dog, Malc, absolutely loves being in the outdoors, and one of his favourite places to get out to is the beach. A time for running free, the sea to splash and run in plus | Continue reading
While many people across the world know of Lake Tahoe, California nestled in the magnificent Sierra Nevada mountains, fewer are aware of the quaint town just to the north of the famous Alpine lake. Truckee, | Continue reading
On a very brisk day in November my family and I were on a mission to get out to the seaside, but more than that a surprise visit to see our eldest son who at | Continue reading
For some summer fizz, drinking in the sunshine I have recently been a little hooked on this Aldi Organic Prosecco Extra Dry. It has been winning awards as well as having a great low price. | Continue reading
A hot sunny day called for a beautiful walk in the sunshine with lots of water for Malc to drink and wade in. Brock Bottom provided the perfect destination. A beautiful little gem of a | Continue reading
As all animal lovers and pet owners know, the bond between animal and human can be astonishing. This true story regarding my mother and her horse is complete and utter proof of just how trust | Continue reading
As they say, the best camera you have is the one you have with you. Sometimes, on dog walks etc I only have my phone with me and thus the only camera I have with | Continue reading