Sunflower Bakery, Somerset
Bakers and cake fans, sugar-crafters and dessert lovers – this post is for you. Nestled in the middle of the Somerset countryside where you’ll find historical pubs, quaint tearooms, iconic landmarks...
View Article(AD) A Luxury Spa Day in Canary Wharf, London
Once upon a time, there was a freezing cold day in London… “Once” – yeah right.. it’s always freaking cold at the moment and last week it seemed even colder than usual! As you can tell I’m starting to...
View Article(AD) The Coolest place to Get The Best Snacks in Soho, London
“We’re going to do it aren’t we….” said my boyfriend as we both looked down at the last four crisps in the giant box in front of us. “Yes, Steve… we’re totally greedy, did you forget about that?” On...
View Article(AD) The Perfect Afternoon in Kensington, London
Last Sunday was one of those perfectly crisp but sunny September days that just makes you want to wrap up in a new snuggly jumper and go out for a walk. I’m not sure if you’ll agree, but after the...
View Article(AD) Afternoon Tea at Laura Ashley The Tea Room, Burnham Beeches Hotel
All Sunday afternoons should begin with an Afternoon Tea at Burnham Beeches Hotel. Mini-cakes, fresh scones, hot tea and coffee, even a glass of bubbles can be arranged if that’s what you fancy. I’m...
View Article(AD) Mollie’s Motel & Diner, Oxford
Back at the beginning of March, one sunny Tuesday evening after work, Steve and I jumped in the car and headed on over to the brand new Mollie’s Motel & Diner in Buckland, Oxfordshire. Bearing in...
View Article(AD) First Time Camping, & a Weekend at Carfest South
It’s 9pm Friday night, and I’m stood in the middle of a field with the sun just starting to fall towards the horizon, surrounded by thousands and thousands of people at CarFest South watching Rick...
View ArticleTime out at Thames Lido, Berkshire
Fluffy robe and towel, swim-wear on, hair tied back, massage booked and boyfriend in tow can only mean one thing – we’re having a spa day. Thames Lido is located just on the outskirts of Reading town...
View ArticleReminiscing with a Day Out in Scarborough
Scarborough is one of those seaside towns that will forever hold a special place in my heart. Old memories are stirred, and I feel nostalgic when I visit. No matter how run-down it looks, especially...
View Article(AD) Exploring in Covent Garden, London
Covent Garden, the London neighbourhood that constantly re-invents itself and is forever changing. New shops, restaurants and cafe’s pop up every time I visit. It’s full of energy, it’s vibrant and...
View Article(AD) A Weekend Visit to Hull, East Yorkshire
Hull? Really? Yes, Hull. I sense your initial judgment of this Northern UK city because I did exactly the same thing when I first confirmed this press trip to East Yorkshire earlier this month. To be...
View Article(AD) A Review of Hotel Indigo, York
Have I mentioned that I’m from York? I don’t think I have…that’s obviously a joke, I know I bang on about it and if you read this blog regularly you’re probably rolling your eyes at me wishing I’d stop...
View ArticleLeeds Food Tours – A review
On my last visit home to Yorkshire I hopped on the train from York to Leeds with my oldest (length of time known, not age) friend Jo, to join Leeds Food Tours on a four-hour foodie adventure of some of...
View ArticleThe Grandest Hotel in York
I’m currently writing this blog post whilst in my beautiful hotel room at the Grade II listed Grand Hotel in York, the first and only 5* hotel in York that offers a true 5* experience. I’ve been out in...
View ArticleThe Perfect Bournemouth Hotel by the Beach | AD
Bournemouth was the very first seaside town I visited when I relocated down south from Yorkshire. It was also the very first beach my son Coby visited as a baby, along with the being the first time he...
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