Glamping in Yorkshire? Why not! Camping is not for everyone, especially not me! Which is why glamping is the answer! Think camping without the misery! Camping without being wet and cold, or too hot and sweaty on the other hand. Having somewhere to prepare food, keep food cool, a toilet or bathroom and a comfy […]
This weekend we stayed on a converted double decker bus! I’ve never said that before! Dennis the double decker bus is situated on Ivy Bank Campsite in Kirkby Malzeard near Ripon. The site is predominantly a camp site but does have a few converted items such as the bus, a horse trailer, a Fiat Panda, […]
Our first experience of a hobbit hole was amazing! This one in Ullswater, Lake District was the perfect base for our staycation. Location is everything The hobbit hole was situated on The Quiet Site in Watermillock on Ullswater. The nearest village with amenities was Pooley Bridge which was only a 5 minute drive away. Penrith […]
Last weekend we stayed in the Lake District around Ullswater. Ullswater is in the north of the Lakes close to Penrith and Keswick. When we visit the Lakes we try and stay in one area to reduce the amount of travelling around. The roads are narrow and windy and sometimes even just a few miles […]
Northumberland is one of our favourite areas to holiday in the UK. It is a spot we return to every year. For our last trip we stayed in a wigwam glamping for 2 nights for Pops’ birthday and it was brilliant! The site I chose was close to Bamburgh as this is their favourite place […]
Why we love Northumberland As a family we love Northumberland and go every year for a few days. The area is beautiful, quiet and there is so much to do for couples or families. Our last trip was in September 2020 and even though there were covid restrictions in place this did not affect our […]
With the road map for the way of Lockdown 3 planned to be announced soon it has got me thinking about the places I want to visit this year. With 2021 still looking so uncertain I’m cautious to dream too much but my mind has started wandering. Where is the first place I would like […]