Hawkshead – A Little Spot In History
After pounding the fells or escaping to nature the Lake District of Cumbria is packed with places of all sizes to relax and enjoy. Hawkshead, between the lakes of Windermere and Coniston is very much…
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After pounding the fells or escaping to nature the Lake District of Cumbria is packed with places of all sizes to relax and enjoy. Hawkshead, between the lakes of Windermere and Coniston is very much…
Nestled deep within the English Lake District between the villages of Coniston and Hawkshead sits Tarn Hows, a beauty spot accessible to the masses. Away from the big touristic lakes and towns but with car…
Just spent a couple of days in Edinburgh, our favourite UK city. One of the great things about Edinburgh is that it hasn’t been entirely taken over by the national retail chain stores – there…
The word ‘hostel’, I have to admit, gives me the clanging horrors. In my mind I am transported to my student days: dilapidated, mouldy buildings filled with cramped rows of beds; musty blankets; the aroma…
The NW8 postcode of St John’s Wood has recently been ranked by Forbes magazine as the fifth most expensive in London, with an average property price of £2 million. An hour spent meandering its streets…
Home to some of London’s largest areas of parkland, tree-lined avenues and stunning views over to the City, Hampstead Heath is a walker’s paradise. The heath enables residents of London to keep fit and healthy…
The Ingleton Waterfall Trail is one of those places that is not just spectacular but has you coming back again and again, in all seasons. Four and a half miles walk of waterfalls, fast flowing…
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, Castlerigg Stone Circle is an ancient site that has captured the imagination of many. Standing on a natural amphitheatre, the stone circle is believed to date back…
The Isle of Sheppey tends to get a bad press but over the past couple of years it has become one of my secret fast escape routes out of London and into the wild. Sheppey…
Cross Fell’s summit stands at 893 metres (2,930 ft). The highest point along the whole of the Pennines and it is the highest point in England outside the Lake District, albeit still in Cumbria. It stands high…
Derwentwater is a breathtaking gem nestled in the heart of the Lake District. With its stunning landscape and tranquil atmosphere, it has become a beloved haven for walking and nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike….
Kenfig Nature Reserve is a stunning natural oasis located in Bridgend. With its diverse ecosystems and breathtaking landscapes, the reserve is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Situated in the heart of South…