Meerkat Experience at Northumberland College Zoo at Kirkley Hall – review
We recently enjoyed our first visit to Northumberland College Zoo at Kirkley Hall including the Meerkat Experience and I thought I’d share an honest review.
An open letter to my daughter on her first day of school (Year 3)
This is an open letter to my daughter Elsie, on her first day of school (Year 3).
Wallace & Gromit trail at Hopetown Darlington – review (AD)
We were kindly invited to Hopetown Darlington to visit the Wallace & Gromit trail and we couldn’t wait to check it out.*
10 Lessons Learnt After 10 Years of Marriage
Steve and I are celebrating our ten year wedding anniversary and I wanted to share some pearls of wisdom.
An Open Letter to my Daughter on Her Seventh birthday
Following on the tradition, this is an open letter to my daughter, Elsie, on your seventh birthday.
Heritage Weekends at Hopetown Darlington – review (AD)
We were kindly invited to Hopetown Darlington to explore one of their Heritage Weekends – and what a lovely family day out it turned out to be.*
Goodbye 2025 hello 2026
As we get ready to say goodbye 2025 and hello 2026 I thought it would be a good idea to take a look back on this year.
Lapland Manchester Review: A Truly Magical, Storybook Christmas Experience
If you’re looking for a festive day out that goes far beyond the usual “quick visit to Santa”, Lapland Manchester is in a league of its own.
It’s not just a grotto. It’s not just elves. It’s not even just snow (though there’s plenty of that!).
Top Tips for Visiting Lapland Manchester
We recently visited Lapland Manchester as a family of three with our excited six-year-old, so I thought I’d share my top tips to help you get the most magical experience possible.
A Brilliant Day Out at Hopetown Darlington – review
My five-year-old daughter Elsie and I recently enjoyed a fantastic day out at Hopetown Darlington so I thought I’d share an honest review.

