Kip & Nook is a little patch of heaven nestled in the Yorkshire countryside and is the ultimate hideaway. As a treat for Key’s birthday this year, I booked Kip & Nook with relaxation and luxury in mind and we were treated to both and then some. Kip & Nook has a collection of unique and quirky places to stay from cosy containers and off-grid hideaways to a barn big enough for 8 guests. There is a stay for everyone in mind. We opted to stay in Big Bro, the newest addition to the Kip and Nook family and had everything we needed for a couple nights of relaxation.
Read moreROBIN HOOD’S BAY, YORKSHIRE - A PHOTO DIARY
I have had my eye on Robin Hood’s Bay for a while now and finally got to visit as part of our trip to the North East coast this September. The Bay is an incredibly picturesque village by the sea, known for its exciting smuggling history and fishing heritage which tumbles right down to the shore. Despite the tricky trip down (bent knees at the ready!), it really is a wonderful place to visit. The village is full of tiny passages and secret turns in which you’ll find artsy shops selling makers goods, restaurants serving up local dishes and a couple of pubs to whet your whistle. We totally recommend ordering a whisky and enjoying the very drink that was once considered contraband and smuggled up through the cobbled streets!
Read moreSTAYING AT MOLLIES MOTEL & DINER, OXFORDSHIRE
I am always looking for luxurious overnight stays not too far from home for a mid-week escape. Enter Mollies Motel, inspired by the traditional American motel and diner experience with an added modern twist designed by the same genius minds that created Soho House. Just under an hour away from home, Mollies in Oxfordshire is the perfect place to head for a night away to enjoy that American roadside experience with the added luxury of a super cosy night’s sleep.
Read moreTHE LAKE DISTRICT | A PHOTO DIARY
When I think of last summer, my trip to The Lake District springs to mind instantly. A trip that saw myself and my adventure buddy, Key, swimming in Derwent water, kayaking along Windermere, hiking up hills and lazily waking up in the back of our van to scenic backdrops. Artists and adventurers alike are drawn to the lakes for it is truly one of the most special places in the UK. I wholeheartedly agree.
Read moreTOP 11 THINGS TO DO IN THE LAKE DISTRICT
The Lake District is an absolute treat no matter the time of year you visit. Whatever the weather, there is plenty to see and do. For more adventurous types, there’s heaps of hiking trails, climbing spots and water sports to fill your cup. For the slower-paced traveler, cutesy towns, spa hotels and incredible restaurants can be found around every corner.
Read moreVISITING NATIONAL TRUST’S CROOME COURT, WORCESTERSHIRE
After being gifted a National Trust membership for Christmas, I have since been on a mission to tick off as many locations as I can before the year is up. As someone who has always loved history, visiting places that have an eclectic background is my idea of heaven. I’ll be sharing my favourite places with you here on this blog!
Read moreGLAMPING AT THE DRAGON'S REST, HEREFORDSHIRE
There is nothing I love more than having the opportunity to spend a long weekend away in the countryside. Having somewhere booked for January is always welcomed as I find the post-christmas gloom of the month can be overwhelmingly dreary. As it turns out The Dragon’s Rest, a trio of cosy cabins with glorious views across rolling fields, was the perfect place to get away for a reset.
Read moreA STAY AT REST + WILD, SHROPSHIRE
Surrounded by woodland and green rolling hills, Rest + Wild in Shropshire is the perfect place to unwind and reset. Situated in Downton Estate, Rest + Wild have crafted four cosy cabins, each secluded from the other, to encourage a luxurious and restful stay. We recently spent two nights here and it was the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. We left feeling wonderfully restored after spending a couple of days reconnecting with nature.
Read moreA TRIP ALONG THE NORTH NORFOLK COAST
June is always a month of adventure for us. It is our birthday month and each year we head away on a fun camper trip somewhere in the UK. North Norfolk’s coastline has been on our to-see list for the longest time. We have read of the flat lands, windmills, and the villages full of flint houses and knew that eventually curiosity would get the better of us and we would have to visit.
Read moreFIVE UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY FOR A SECLUDED GETAWAY IN THE UK
With holidays abroad still looking a little unlikely this year, The Staycation is the hot topic on the lips of all holiday-makers right now. If, like us, you have been dreaming about getting away since the last lockdown was announced, you have every intention of making the most of a summer in the UK now that restrictions are easing. We love finding unique places to stay, that go above and beyond the average hotel room. Somewhere with charm and personal touches that make our stay ever more memorable. The quirkier the better in our opinion! We thought we would share a few of our favourites.
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