Happy New Year…Take 2!
I don’t do many posts like this, but after neglecting my blog for much of 2020, I thought that a catch up would be good. I had a nice post all planned out for the beginning of the month, with
How to have fun outdoors this Autumn
I don’t know about you, but it’s starting to get a bit harder to keep putting on a brave face. Luckily, we can still spend time outdoors, but I miss being able to head off anywhere I want or having
Meet the Outdoor Entrepreneurs: Glen Boulder
Welcome back to another edition of Meet the Entrepreneurs, the (very occasional!) series where I delve into the stories and personalities behind some brilliant outdoor brands. This time we’re getting to know up and coming USA outdoor brand Glen Boulder.
The Great Outdoors – 6 Safety tips every hiker should know
Sometimes, the call of the great outdoors is just too strong. And what better way to spend time with your family, friends or enjoy your own company than hiking and camping in the wilderness. Depending on your experience in the
Review: Mud and Bloom Box
This year I’ve been determined to spend more time out in our garden with the kids. We haven’t done much with it, but we have tried to make it bee and bird friendly, and this year I’ve grown some herbs,
Review: Timber Festival 2019
As you may recall from my preview to Timber Festival, we were all very excited about spending the weekend at the festival this year. Last year I had been heavily pregnant, and so we opted for a day ticket, but
Top 5 Places to see British Wildlife
If you think of unforgettable wildlife holidays across the world, there are some experiences that spring instantly to mind, like a safari in Africa, or spotting orang -utans in Borneo or lemurs in Madagascar. However, we are fortunate in the
Preview: Timber Festival 2019
Last year we were invited along for the inaugural Timber Festival held in the National Forest near Ashby de la Zouch. We were offered weekend tickets, but as I was 36 weeks pregnant and it was sooooooooooo hot (really really
The Beginner’s Guide to Running
You might not think it to look at me, but I actually used to be quite good at running. Despite my complete lack of coordination, and my dismal record in sport, I used to run about 25 kilometres a week.
Let’s Talk Tents – 5 Things To Look For In Camping Tents
You’ll always remember your first camping experience. Rising and retreating with the sun, the sound of zips at all hours, and being at one with nature. All these moments are made possible with the right tent, and you can be