The “Ridge-Line” Green Lentil & Coconut Curry
Sometimes, after a day battling the elements, you don’t want the heaviness of meat; you want something earthy, spicy, and…
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Hiking Emergencies: When and How to Call for Help (A UK Guide)
No one heads out into the hills expecting a disaster. We go for the views, the fitness, and the peace…
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Dining in the Vault: A Review of Centivo Lounge, Ashby de la Zouch
There is something undeniably satisfying about eating brunch, or dinner in a place where people used to queue to cash…
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How to Hike in the Rain: The Ultimate Guide to Staying Dry & Happy
If you wait for perfect weather to go hiking in the UK, you might be waiting a long time. There’s…
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Living With A Lurcher: The Faces of Bea
If you follow my adventures, you’ll know that my life is rarely static. Between the boundless energy of Malc the…
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The “Hill-High” Halloumi & Chorizo Skillet: A One-Pot Wonder
There is a specific type of hunger that only hits you when you are three miles from the car or…
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Stepping Into the Storybook: A Visit to Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top Farm
There are museums, there are historic houses, and then there is Hill Top. Walking up the garden path in Near…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Hiking with Your Dog (What to Pack, Safety & Etiquette)
Taking your dog on a walk is one of life’s simple joys. But taking them on a proper hike—up a…
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A Walker’s Guide to Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
There’s a special feeling to Kirkby Stephen. While Penrith and Appleby guard the northern end of the Eden Valley, Kirkby…
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St. Anne’s Hospital (Almshouses): A Hidden Gem in Appleby-in-Westmorland
When I’m in Appleby-in-Westmorland, one of my favourite things to do is walk the length of Boroughgate. You start at…
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The Hiking Trail Brownie: No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Date Balls
For the hiker with a sweet tooth, the trail can be a tempting place. It’s easy to reach for a…
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From Hastings to Huntingdon: The Rich History of St Helen’s Church, Ashby de la Zouch
In the shadow of Ashby’s ruined castle stands its spiritual twin: the magnificent, Grade I listed St Helen’s Church. Their…
