Whitstable is a British coastal gem, and not at all what I was expecting. For those living in the Southeast of the UK, I’m sure you will be well acquainted with Whitstable, but if you live at ‘the other end of the country’ then it might not be on your radar. We decided to visit Whitstable...
On a weekend visit to Whitstable, once you’ve explored the town and shoreline, sampled oysters, and shopping on the lively High Street, you might want to explore further afield. Here are some ideas for walks from Whitstable, or bike routes should you prefer. There are lots of options for...
As an avid camper in my mid 20’s, and a former scout, I like to think I know a good UK campsite when I visit one. In my experience, the best spots are often the simplest, a field, a toilet, and nothing else but the great British countryside for company. Big Sky Hideaway was exactly that...
On the 16th June 2025, the UK news was alive – the following weekend was set to be the hottest on record. And with that, a thought popped into my head, “Why not go camping?”For the rest of that evening, I was on the Met Office website, typing in towns and areas across the UK...
Greenwich was an area of London that we didn’t spend much time in when we lived in West London many years ago, so on a recent visit to London we decided to head south of the river to visit Greenwich. Blessed with a glorious sunny day, we wondered why we had never done this properly before...
One of our favourite days out in Greater London is to take the boat from Richmond to Hampton Court Palace with Thames River Boats. It’s a leisurely and therapeutic way to arrive, with rested legs in preparation for your sightseeing at Hampton Court. Taking the boat from Richmond Court to...