Best 5 Beaches in the UK
I’m a sucker for a day trip or holiday centered around the beach and find that over the years my favourites have quickly turned into a well-rehearsed list of the best 5 beaches in the UK. It’s no surprise that … Read More
Britain’s Best Beach Huts for Hire
Looking for a Beach Hut for Hire in the UK? I love nothing more than spending a day at a beach hut and if I get the chance to when holidaying, then I’m one happy lady!! Having spent hours … Read More
Best Kids Festivals in Essex (2018): Days Out with the Kids
Congrats!!! You’ve made it through the first of the half term holidays ;0) But both you and I know that despite the fact that it can be painful thinking of new ideas for days out with the kids during the … Read More
Looking for the Best Seaside Ice-Cream in Essex? 6 Places in Essex to Get Great Ice-Cream
Whether your favourite is mint choc chip, rum and raisin (mine) or a good old-fashioned whippy, I think you’ll agree that it’s never too cold for ice-cream! And if you are a beach lover, then what you’ll really want to know is … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex This Half Term (October 2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
Really? Half-Term is already here!!?!??! With many Essex attractions viewing half-term as the last opportunity to make the most of daylight saving time, there are lots of fab ideas for days out with the kids this half-term. While I’m personally loving … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex in August (2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
It’s been one of those weeks where I’m still loving the early evening light those beautiful rainbows after a big downpour. But I’m also conscious that Autumn isn’t too far off and so any chance I have, I’m heading outdoors to … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex in July (2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
I don’t know about you but the summer diary is starting to fill up and I’m getting excited about heading off on adventures. But what about the weekends and those school holidays that are lingering? Is it possible to squeeze … Read More
Dog Friendly Holiday in Brecon Beacons: Brecon Retreat (Reviewed)
There are occasions when I hear so many good things about somewhere that I have to visit! The Brecon Retreat has been one of those and last year I found myself spotting great review after great review across socials media. … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex in June (2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
It’s the last day of half term and I hope you’ve had some fab days out with the kids. Whatever you have been up to throughout the holidays, I think you deserve a hooray! Are you having that celebratory glass of … Read More
Help us Create a Beach Lovers Guide to Essex
That feeling of needing to ‘get away’ isn’t uncommon in today’s chaotic world. Work, daily routines, family and general stresses can all mount up and have many of us dreaming of our next ‘get-away’. But have you ever heard of … Read More
Best Kids Festivals in Essex (2017): Days Out with the Kids
If you’ve lived in Essex for some time, then you’ll at one point or another considered attending the epic V Festival which takes place in Hylands Park. But what if time has moved on and you now have a family … Read More
Best Country Shows in Essex (2017): A Dog-Friendly Family Day Out
As a dog owner, I’ve been introduced to the world of country shows as an option not only to enjoy a range of entertainment but some fantastic activities, food and drink!! I’ve become hooked and every year, I sit down … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex in May (2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
I can’t quite believe it’s snowing outside as I write this. While I am currently in Scotland, and that alone could explain it, it’s the 25th April! Really there is snow!?!?! For me, May always signals a time of the … Read More
Family Day Out: Things to Do in Essex in April (2017)
It’s a Saturday morning and you’ve either made it to the weekend after a week of work or survived the first week of the Easter school holidays. The kids are enjoying the great weather and you’ve a cuppa of tea … Read More
Family Day Out: Things to Do in Essex in March (2017)
Eeeek – we are nearly there! Yep, can I say it without jinxing the weather? Oh stuff it, I will. Hello there Spring!!! Whoop! I have a smile on my face, the spring wardrobe starts to make an appearance and … Read More
Family Day Out: Things to Do in Essex in February (2017)
How has the year started for you? I hope January was kind to all of you. I’ve certainly enjoyed the much wilder weather and dog walks that haven’t been too harsh with rain! But still, I’m as always surprised … Read More
Family Day Out: Things to Do in Essex in January (2017)
With so much focus on publishing my 100th blog on New Year’s Eve, I’m a little behind with the first instalment of our monthly off-peak things to do in Essex! I’m so sorry!!! This last week has really just run away with … Read More
Nirvana Spa Review: De-stress In Just A Few Hours
I’ve been to Nirvana Spa a number of times over the past 3 years. But as I sat chilling out on a Thursday afternoon in October, I realised that I’ve never ever shared a Nirvana Spa review with you. I … Read More
Family Day Out: Things to Do in Essex This Christmas
Ahhhhhhh December. How much fun you bring with you. You are, without a doubt, my favourite month of the year. Especially when jam packed full of things to do in Essex! From Christmas lights being switched on and Christmas parties … Read More
Family Day Out: Things to Do in Essex This November
I love Autumn. Every month brings a new excuse to get outdoors even if you do need to wrap up warm. From the bumper 23 things to do in Essex over Halloween that I covered last month. December brings mulled … Read More