Walks near Rushden Lakes

Walks near Rushden Lakes

In a bid to spend more time outdoors more and get the boys used to walking a bit further we’re always looking for easy walks, but we still need lots of interest to keep the whole family engaged. A couple

Enjoying Family Adventures

Enjoying Family Adventures

I don’t know about anyone else, but these days I don’t always find it easy to make the time to get outside and enjoy some family outdoor adventures. I don’t know whether it’s just the overriding cold and darkness of

A Review of Treasure Trails: Stoke Bruerne

A Review of Treasure Trails: Stoke Bruerne

We were gifted a free Treasure Trails map for the purposes of this post. All opinions and words are my own. Since the weather has been so lovely lately, and we’re a bit fed up of doing the same walks

Where to go Pumpkin Picking In Northamptonshire 2019

In recent years Halloween has become a big deal in the UK (just ask my 4 year old who spends all year deciding on his costume!), plus pick your own fruit and veg has soared in popularity. So what is

The Opening of Delapré Abbey & Celebrating 900 Years of History

The Opening of Delapré Abbey & Celebrating 900 Years of History

Last week I, along with some other Northamptonshire bloggers and various local dignitaries, was invited along to the official opening of Delapré Abbey. We’ve visited many times before to explore the gardens and parkland, but up until now the Abbey

Family Friendly Elton & Fotheringhay Circuit

Family Friendly Elton & Fotheringhay Circuit

Length: 5 miles Duration: 2 hours  This is an easy five mile circular route. It is not suitable for pushchairs and may get very muddy in the winter. This flat route is perfect for a family stroll. Passing through green

My Top Free Family Days Out in Northamptonshire

My Top Free Family Days Out in Northamptonshire

If, like many parents, you’re looking for  things to do to keep the family occupied this summer, here’s a few of my favourite free days out in and around Northampton. Abington Park & Museum Abington Park has to be my

June Round Up

June Round Up

I sometimes see other bloggers doing monthly round ups, and I think they’re such a good idea. However, by the time I get round to it, the next month has raced on and the moment has gone. This time, I’m

The Helpful Hiker does the Northamptonshire Round: 50 Miles in 2 Days (Day 2)

The Helpful Hiker does the Northamptonshire Round: 50 Miles in 2 Days (Day 2)

So I left the story at the end of day 1. I’d walked 30 miles, demolished a curry, had a few broken hours sleep and I was in bad shape. I still had another 20 miles to go, yet I

The Helpful Hiker does the Northamptonshire Round: 50 miles in 2 days (DAY 1)

The Helpful Hiker does the Northamptonshire Round: 50 miles in 2 days (DAY 1)

I don’t even know where to start this post. So much to say, so many ideas in my head, so I’ll do the sensible thing and just begin at the beginning. A few months ago I decided to do my