Discovering Dinosaur Footprints and Fossil Hunting on the Isle of Wight
When I was a child I loved looking for fossils on the Isle of Wight with my family. I famously…
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Villa Epicurea, Portugal: Where Happiness Is Peace, Not Pleasure
Tucked away on the edge of a nature reserve, just a short drive from the fishing town of Sesimbra, sits…
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Exploring The Needles and Alum Bay On The Isle of Wight
One of my favourite things to do when I’m on the Isle of Wight is to visit The Needles at…
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Forest Barn Holidays: Forest of Dean
A mate has just got himself a midlife sports car, very nice it is too. Just right for putting the…
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The Clermont Hotel London, Charing Cross: A Capital City Break
Don’t know about you, dear reader, but I’m a big fan of the city break. Got to love a few…
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Dining At The Fitzherbert Arms of Swynnerton, Staffordshire
On a recent walk through the Staffordshire countryside we came upon The Fitzherbert Arms in the quaint village of Swynnerton…
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Cheddar Gorge: A Wild Walk Above England’s Deepest Canyon
There’s something humbling about starting a day in the still hush of early morning, standing at the base of towering…
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Thirlmere Infinity Pool In The Lake District
The natural Infinity Pool that sits above Thirlmere in the English Lake District has become a popular spot for those…
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A Day at Brodsworth Hall and Gardens: Yorkshire’s Hidden Victorian Gem
If you’re looking for a memorable day out in Yorkshire that blends history, nature, and timeless charm, head to Brodsworth…
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Canoeing Through Standedge Tunnel, The Longest, Highest, Deepest Canal Tunnel In Britain
This was a day I was really looking forward to. A chance to canoe through Standedge Tunnel. A canal tunnel…
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Duke of Cornwall Hotel: Plymouth
If I suggested a lovely little, seaside staycation getaway, somewhere down on the sunny south coast, then asked you to…
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Southeast Asia to Hong Kong With Viking Cruises
Must say I never saw myself going on cruises, didn’t think I was that way inclined. And yet. And yet….
