A Stay at Combe Leigh Lodge, Orton, Cumbria
The beautiful, picturesque village of Orton, Cumbria combined with a luxury little cottage to stay in, what more could I…
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Thailand – Railay Beach Vibes And Sunset
Once in a while you visit a place that just feels ‘special’ and Railay Beach in Krabi, Thailand is one…
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Hiking Dragon Crest Mountain in Thailand
I knew hiking a mountain forest in 98% humidity in Thailand was going to be a challenge. Â I also knew…
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Bird Garden Visitors of New South Wales, Australia
Here at Canyonleigh in the New South Wales Southern Highlands, we are lucky to be situated within the Greater Eastern…
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A Colourful Walk Through Chinatown London
It was a busy day heading backwards and forwards across London for meetings and networking. You know how it is, those…
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La Prosciutteria – The Perfect Trattoria in Rome
My friend Katie and I were busy getting lost in Rome when we stumbled, quite literally, across the most incredible…
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A Complete Guide to Visiting Wollaton Hall & Park (Nottingham’s Real-Life Wayne Manor)
Standing proudly on a hill overlooking 500 acres of parkland, Wollaton Hall is an architectural marvel. This spectacular Elizabethan mansion…
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The Oil Can Cafe & The Carding Shed, Holmfirth: A Return Visit
Editor’s Note (October 2025): This article was first written several years ago about one of my favourite local spots. Since then,…
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Chapel St Leonards and Six Marshes Beach Walk, Lincolnshire
A part of unspoiled east coast, the fresh air and peaceful location combined with soft sandy beaches to wander and…
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Hebden Bridge Fell Race – Hills, Moors and Pikes
A popular local race for the hardy fell runners is the Hebden 15/22 which is run each year at the…
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Budapest’s Ruin Pubs: A Guide to the City’s Beautifully Broken Bars
My First Taste of Ruin: What Are Budapest’s Ruin Pubs, Really? Stepping into the Rabbit Hole The first time I…
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The Great Court at the British Museum: A Guide (What to See, Do, and Eat)
From the outside, the British Museum looks exactly as you’d expect: a magnificent, old building worthy of its stature.1 But…
