For our mini-break last week we decided that rather than attempt the 5 hour drive (best case scenario) from Manchester to Dorset, we would split the journey in two and treat ourselves to a luxurious overnight stay in the Cotswolds area. Secret Escapes are full of this kind of thing, as I am constantly aware … Continue reading Hatton Court Hotel – the Cotwolds
We were so lucky with the weather for our mini break to Dorset this week! This almost never happens for us and we mostly get drizzle or downpours wherever we go, so it was a real treat to return to one of our favourite UK destinations and actually enjoy some September sunshine. We spent a … Continue reading Seaside Snapshots and Monkey Business
I always have ambitious plans to add large amounts to my savings and it's fair to say that it doesn't often happen. But I do love saving money, and making any savings in day-to-day life, however small, always feels like a win. Here are some of the ways (15 to be exact) I succeeded in saving money this year. Shopping: … Continue reading 15 Ways I’ve Saved Money This Year
How was everyone's weekend? Mine was one of the most relaxing I've had for a while and it's been great! I always forget how nice it is to just spend an extra hour in bed in the morning with a cup of tea and something to read (who says that "doing things" is the best way to start … Continue reading Bank Holiday Weekend Snapshots
Was that the shortest weekend ever? This Monday I’m more annoyed than usual that the weekend is over because I was ill all Friday and Saturday! Even snuggling up with Disney’s Tarzan and other Netflix delights with cups of tea and treats didn’t really make me feel like it was a proper weekend. Thankfully I … Continue reading Snapshots of a Short Weekend
There's always something going on in Manchester and I love posting about as many different events as I can get chance to go to. But rather than just write about them once I've been, I thought it would be nice to share some of the ones that have sparked my interest this summer before they actually happen … Continue reading What’s On in Manchester this Summer
Ukbreakaways have launched a competition inviting bloggers to share their passion for their most beloved UK destination, and this post is, all about my favourite place – Dorset. Dorset was really the only place I could write about, as we love it so much that we travel down there for a visit at least once … Continue reading Sharing My Love for Dorset
Last night Gourmet Burger Kitchen launched the shiny new look of their intu Trafford Centre restaurant and I headed over to their “grill warming” to check it out. Before last night I’d not been to GBK for years and my previous visits weren’t very successful as I was a little disappointed in my burger choices. … Continue reading Gourmet Burger Kitchen Grill Warming in Manchester
Proper Tea at Manchester Cathedral is from the owners of the popular Teacup Kitchen in the Northern Quarter and their sister chocolate shop BonBon, and I finally got to check it out this week when I was invited to a Tea Workshop. This tea shop is lovely, with a fantastic location right next to Manchester … Continue reading Proper Tea Workshops in Manchester
I apologise in advance for the lack of my own photos in this post – I hadn’t actually planned on writing about where we stayed on our recent visit to the Harry Potter Studio Tour in Watford, but then it crossed my mind that it might actually be useful information for anyone planning a visit. … Continue reading Where to Stay When Visiting the Harry Potter Studio Tour
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