England
When is the Best Time to Visit England?
When is the best time to visit England? This is one of those annoying articles where I say ‘it depends’. But it really does! The truth is, England has its positives year round, that is why I love the changing
Eco-Friendly Travel: The Most Sustainable Hotels in the UK
The good news? Sustainable travel is becoming more and more popular, with hotels scrambling to increase their sustainability to entice new guests. The bad news? Well, it will cost a little more, sustainability always does, but it’s worth it. The
Relaxing in the City: A List of Rooftop Pools in London
Summer in London keeps getting better, and despite the stereotype of rain, the city has been enjoying sunshine galore. Swap the sticky tube for a rooftop pool, there are several hotels and private clubs in London that offer the opportunity
How to Spend a Weekend in the Cotswolds
Sadly we can’t all take two weeks to leisurely take ourselves on a full tour of the Cotswolds, but we can make the most of the time we do have. I am here to help you decide how to spend
Country House Hotels in the Cotswolds
Famous for its honey-coloured cottages, the Cotswolds is also home to some beautiful country house hotels. Offering a fantastic introduction to the English countryside, staying in a country house is always a wonderful experience and a fantastic choice for your
UK Historic Cities Itinerary
If there is anything the cities of the UK can boast about, it’s their history. If only walls could talk, I’m sure we would hear all sorts of tales. Another great think the UK possesses is an excellent train network,
Navigating Train Travel in the UK
Thanks to its small nature and close together cities, the UK is well-connected by train. Travelling by train in the UK is a must and probably the easiest way to travel for local and international travellers alike, ticking off those
Best Places For Brunch in London
When you think of brunch where do you think of? Sydney? Melbourne? Well, London is a great destination for many reasons but there are some great brunch spots in London too! When it comes to looking for things to do
The Homestead with Classic Cottages
There is nowhere in the world that does cottages quite as sweet as in England and that is why I would recommend a cottage stay to anyone coming to visit. I recently stayed at The Homestead, a beautiful 3 bedroom
Staying in the Prettiest Holiday Cottage in Devon
There are plenty of postcard worth thatched cottages in the south west of England, but is this the prettiest holiday cottage in Devon? As you drive towards Philham Water Cottage you know it’s going to be good. It was golden
Best National Trust Properties to Visit for Autumn Colours
The National Trust was developed to offer beautiful outdoor and historic spaces for the general public to enjoy at affordable prices. The charity endeavours to keep the spaces safe from development and protect the heritage of some of Britain’s most
The Best Pumpkin Patches in the UK
I can’t believe we are just one month out of Autumn and it’s almost time to put on out hats and boots and make our way to the pumpkin patches ready to adorn our homes for Halloween! Picking pumpkins is
Best Hotels in the UK to Visit During Autumn
We are blessed here in the UK to watch the leaves slowly turn from green to yellow, orange or red and there are plenty of British hotels to experience autumn at its finest. But which are the best autumnal hotels
Cosy Holiday Cottages in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is one of the most quintessential regions of England, dotted with hundreds of honey-coloured cottages, there are no shortage of cosy cottage rentals for you to enjoy. The Coach House – Kyre, Worcestershire Let’s start off with something
Things to do in London this Christmas
London is one of the most busy, vibrant cities and in the world, and Christmas is the best time to visit. Restaurants and shops are adorned in lavish Christmas decor, ice skate rinks pop up all over the city, and
10 Thatched Holiday Cottages in England
Self contained holiday lets are more popular than ever in 2021 and luckily there are no shortages of sweet country cottages that you can rent for the week! Where better to rest your head than under the roof of a
The Most Incredible Air Bnbs in the UK
Thanks to 2020 there has been a surge in travellers opting for vacation rentals over hotels to avoid sharing germs with others. Lucky for us in the UK, there are so,e incredible Air Bnbs out there for us to stay
Cosy Cottages to Spend Christmas In
Not everyone wants to spend Christmas at home, so where better than a cosy cottage to enjoy (or even escape from) the most festive day of the year! The Bakehouse, Isle of Purbeck It’s unlikely you will get a white
The Best Pub Hotels in England
The pub is a huge part of British culture, so why not take it one step further and sleep in one rather than just drink in it? There are beautiful pub hotels dotted all around England and here are my
Punting in Cambridge
Punting has been an iconic part of Cambridge’s history for hundreds of years. A punt is a wooden boat with a square end and a flat bottom, they are manoeuvred along by the punter who uses a large pole to
The Prettiest Villages in Northamptonshire
The prettiest villages in Northamptonshire
Amazing Holiday Home Rentals in Cornwall
Stay at the most incredible holiday homes for rent in Cornwall, south west England
Dog-Friendly Hotels in the Cotswolds
Discovered the best dog friendly hotels in the Cotswolds
Best Boutique Hotels in London for a Weekend Getaway
Georgian House Hotel A hotel for Harry Potter lovers, the Georgian House Hotel is a bucket list destination for many fans of this famous movie franchise. Make sleeping at Hogwarts become an almost reality at the Georgian House’s in their
Cotswolds: 7 Day Itinerary
The Cotswolds is a rural area of south-central England characterised by rolling hills and chocolate-box villages. There are many beautiful hotels, restaurants, manor houses and gardens to visit but it can be overwhelming knowing where to start. Days 1 &
A Guide to Driving Around the UK
The UK is relatively small in size and this means no corner is impossible to reach. We have trains, planes, buses and plenty of motorways, below is a guide on the best transport links in the UK and how you
The Most Instagrammable Christmas Locations in London
Everyone will have different favourites, but my favourite city to walk around at Christmas is London. Okay so it might not be known for its quaint Christmas markets (Winter Wonderland stresses me out due to crowds…), the decor on shops,
Top 5 Winter Getaways in England
When winter arrives it can be hard to enjoy it. Dull skies. Breezy. Cold. No sign of a holiday anytime soon. Sound familiar? It’s not all doom and gloom though, yes it might be bloody chilly but doesn’t that add
Pretty English Streets
I was originally going to title this ‘The Prettiest Streets in England’ but firstly who am I to decide what the prettiest is, and secondly, there are a ton I have photographed and not got around to editing that should
Cutest Cottages in England
England is well known for its picture-perfect cottages, especially in places like the Cotswolds. However, there are these sweet homes all over the place, not just in the South West. The cottage style of home came about in the Medieval
A Dog Friendly Getaway in South West England
To celebrate the arrival of our puppy Baxter, Alex and I decided this summer we would do a staycation rather than go abroad. We thought South West England would be a good shout, we wanted Baxter to experience the beach
Where to Find Wisteria in London
It’s that time of year, we have seen the cherry blossom, the magnolia, and now it’s time for the wisteria, perfect purple petals cascading down some of the most beautiful houses in London. The wisteria is like a fairytale, and
Finding the Best Blossom in London
Looking for the best blossom in London? The weather has been a bit odd the last 12 months… we started March 2018 with a lot of snow, summer was the hottest I have ever witnessed, winter was cold, February we
My Favourite Cotswold Villages
The Cotswolds are fast becoming known as the cutest place to visit in England. And by cute I mean beautiful countryside, charming cottages, and sheep galore! It is the perfect place to stay if you want a quintessential break away,
Norwich, England
Located in the far east ‘bulge’ of England, Norwich is a city you might not know to visit unless you have a reason to go there. Even though I have lived in East Anglia my entire life, albeit, in the
Top 5 Day Trips From London
Whilst the UK has so much to offer any traveller, most will make their way only to London, a magnet to tourists from all over the world. I get so many questions on Instagram from people who want to
Cambridge Photo Tour
Cambridge is one of (maybe THE) my favourite cities in England. Luckily for me, I only live around 45 minutes away so I can visit pretty often. I could write so many different articles on this city I wouldn’t even
Liverpool Street, Spitalfields and Shoreditch
When you think of London, what springs to mind? I can guarantee for a lot of people it will be Big Ben, the London Eye, Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament. But what about the more hidden London? The
South West Coast Path and Soar Mill Cove Hotel
Have you ever considered a beach holiday in the UK? If you live abroad then you probably haven’t, most people turn their noses up and assume England’s beaches are filled with tacky arcades, sticks of rock and only see the
Bradford on Avon and Widbrook Grange
Country hotels are my absolute favourite places to stay and lucky for me Widbrook Grange invited me along to experience their Georgian country house accommodation. The name Widbrook dates back to the 1200s after the brook that still runs through
Lacock – National Trust’s Most Beautiful Village?
Lacock is (in my humble opinion) one of England’s prettiest villages. The centre of the village has retained all its historic charm, largely thanks to the National Trust who has been tasked with taking care of it. However, before I
Robin Hood’s Bay with Premier Inn
This week I have been exploring North Yorkshire with Premier Inn, taking part in their initiative to help us all discover some of the UK’s best hidden treasures. I chose North Yorkshire because, well, it’s not the easiest place in
The Scrumpy Shepherd: Luxurious and Peaceful
Suffolk is home to some of the most beautiful countryside in England, so next time you visit, why not stay in it? The Scrumpy Shepherd is quirky yet beautiful, with a little bit of luxury thrown in. Enjoy all the
Hertfordshire’s Best Villages
So whilst I haven’t been to every single village in Hertfordshire, I reckon I have ticked off a good chunk! Now everyone knows I love a wonky house and a thatched cottage, but where can you even find them in
Cambridgeshire in the Sun
It’s always good when you have a friend who understands your strange addiction to chocolate box villages, thatched cottages and afternoon tea. After looking at the weather forecast this week I decided Wednesday was the last day I could enjoy
Touring Through Lincoln
Located in a quiet corner of the East of England, the city of Lincoln can sometimes be overlooked. Okay so it isn’t the easiest place to get to in the world (although this is soon hopefully changing!) but this almost