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The Miners Arms – review

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The Miners Arms – review

I love catching up with family over good food so we were excited to try the Miners Arms in Medomsley, County Durham.

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By Rachael Stray 1st July 2018 22
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The first weekend of the summer

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The first weekend of the summer

The sun had his hat on for the first weekend of summer so naturally we headed to the coast to make the most of it!

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By Rachael Stray 26th June 2018 26
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5 things I’m looking forward to this Summer

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5 things I’m looking forward to this Summer

At long last Summer has arrived which means it’s time for days out, barbeques and flip flops!

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By Rachael Stray 24th June 2018 56
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Cambridge Satchel Company – review

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Cambridge Satchel Company – review

A classic leather satchel will never go out of fashion and the Cambridge Satchel Company have so many styles and colours to choose from.

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By Rachael Stray 19th June 2018 12
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Two lessons learnt after two years of marriage

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Two lessons learnt after two years of marriage

The hubby and I are celebrating our two year wedding anniversary and I wanted to share two lessons I have learnt after two years of marriage.

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By Rachael Stray 17th June 2018 28
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Doing my bit for Diabetes Awareness Week

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Doing my bit for Diabetes Awareness Week

Diabetes is very much close to my heart and this week is Diabetes Awareness Week so I thought I’d do my bit.

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By Rachael Stray 12th June 2018 6
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Saying yes to the dress – a look back

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Saying yes to the dress – a look back

Wedding season is well and truly upon us and so I thought it was a good time to share my saying yes to the dress story!

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By Rachael Stray 10th June 2018 15
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Family fun at Northumberland County Show

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Family fun at Northumberland County Show

A sunny Bank Holiday Monday with the in-laws visiting meant our first visit to the Northumberland County Show was a must-do.

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By Rachael Stray 5th June 2018 13
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The Laundrette – review

Food and drink Recommendations review
The Laundrette – review

Saturday nights are made for catching up with friends enjoying each other’s company and good food so I had high hopes the Laundrette wouldn’t leave us in a spin!

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By Rachael Stray 3rd June 2018 5
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Current evening skincare routine

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Current evening skincare routine

We’ve all heard the warnings about taking your make-up off before bed which is why I think having an evening skincare routine is essential for looking after your skin.
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By Rachael Stray 29th May 2018 18
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