A walk from Smardale – a viaduct, a gill and natural beauty
Just a few miles west of Kirkby Stephen is the village of Smardale. It is to here that I have…
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To The Nine Standards from Kirkby Stephen
If you are in the hills and villages around the Upper Eden Valley and have looked southwards to the area…
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Standing with the Iron Men: A Journey to Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ on Crosby Beach
Some journeys begin long before you set foot on the path. For me, the road to Crosby Beach started years…
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The Angel of the North: standing tall
I had a trip across to Newcastle and Gateshead today. It was a beautiful sunny winters day and a nice…
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Great Mell Fell: A Walk To Views In Every Direction
The expanse of Blencathra from the summit of Great Mell Fell Great Mell Fell is a prominent hill located in…
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A Visitor’s Guide to Dublin Castle: History, Tours & Insider Tips
When you hear the words “Dublin Castle,” you might picture towering stone walls, medieval battlements, and a fairytale keep. But…
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Waitby School: A Boutique Historic Getaway on the Cumbrian Fells
Sometimes you find a place that manages to be two things at once. It feels miles from anywhere, perched alone…
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Time with the red squirrels of Eden Valley, Cumbria
When I lived in the Eden valley, Cumbria it was always a joy to see the red squirrels in abundance….
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Dublin: Ha’penny Bridge over The Liffey
Flowing through the centre of Dublin is the River Liffey, cutting through, leaving the city with a north side and…
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A Merry Stay at Generator Hostel Dublin
It was time to land in Dublin. An absolutely fantastic city, many will agree, and the capital of Ireland. Sights,…
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Trafalgar Square: The Story of London’s Heartbeat
To arrive in Trafalgar Square is to step onto one of the world’s grandest stages. It is an experience that…
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Sunrises & Sunsets: Eden Valley, Cumbria
The Eden Valley, nestled in the picturesque region of Cumbria, is well known to me for its stunning landscapes, charming…
