Category: United Kingdom
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The best things to do in Braemar Scotland – all you need to know
Let’s all go to Braemar! Bra-marrr (in my best Scottish accent). Braemar is the home of the Highland Games, surrounded by stunning nature and close to Balmoral. If it’s good enough for the Royal Family, then it’s good enough for me. Visiting Braemar Scotland in winter was a wonderful experience,…
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What to do in Midhurst West Sussex for an excellent day out
Midhurst West Sussex is a quiet market town surrounded by the South Downs, unassuming on the outside but a delicious delight on the inside. Many travelling to West Sussex might make a beeline straight for nearby Chichester or the coastal town of West Wittering. Both are worth visiting, but if…
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10 splendid things to do in Chichester
Chichester is a cathedral city in West Sussex, England. We recently found ourselves visiting Chichester as we were house sitting nearby. A delightful city, there is plenty to see and do in Chichester if you visit for a day or two. Here are ten splendid things to do in Chichester.…
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10 best vineyards for wine tasting in Kent
Kent in England is suddenly alive with vineyards. The English wine industry is growing rapidly, and Kent is at the forefront. You may have heard of Chapel Down, the most famous in the region, but there are plenty more to see. Here we will detail the 10 best vineyards in…
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Camino Ingles Reading to Southampton
We recently walked the English Camino, the Camino Ingles from Reading to Southampton. This short guide will help you to navigate and plan your walk on the Camino Ingles in England. What is it about the English countryside – why is the beauty so much more than visual? Why does…
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10 unusual things to do in Coventry
Coventry may not have the best reputation of all the cities in the United Kingdom. But if you find yourself in this part of the country there is plenty to see and do in Coventry city centre and the surrounding area. Here are 10 unusual things to do in Coventry.…
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5 best places to eat and drink in Brixton Village
Brixton Village is one of my favourite places to explore whenever we are back in London. For any visitors to London, or indeed locals, Brixton is an excellent area to visit if you like good food, good vibes and good company. But, with so many restaurants and bars in one…
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Competent Crew Solent: My experience of sailing the solent
Finding myself with a week off work and unable to travel overseas due to covid, I frantically searched to find a UK based adventure. Learning how to sail is something I’ve always wanted to do and Solent near Southampton was the destination. So I set about googling “competent crew solent.”…