Oh Nat, where have the years gone? From skinny teens in baggy jeans, Hanging round with mates in white Kappa trackies, To waking blurry eyed To responsible jobs, paper bills and cries of ‘Dad I need a wee!’ The biggest decision used to be Sam’s Chippy menu with the quid we’d pocketed from home,…
Well, we did it. At the beginning of the year we challenged ourselves to Walk 1000 Miles with our two toddlers and, with well over two months left of 2017, we’ve smashed it. So, how do we feel about completing the challenge? What are some of our most memorable moments, and what advice do we…
We’re always on the lookout for things to keep us occupied and engaged when we’re away as a family in our beloved bell tent. So, when University Games asked us to try a range of their games we couldn’t resist. Despite most definitely being an all-weather family, we still need a range of activities for…
Autumn is one of my favourite times to get some quality outdoor time. The trails and lakes are quiet and everywhere is saturated by amazing autumnal colours. Whether you want to embrace the cooler weather and empty summits, or seek the shelter of warmer activity centres; our guide to autumn family adventures is sure to…
People often turn their noses up at short, easy walks. Mountains, spurs and ridges all have very obvious attractions, for instance, and I, for one, absolutely love them. However, sometimes we just need a short accessible walk, particularly when we have the kids in tow or when we’re pressed for time. The important thing for…
Striding Edge is one of the most iconic walks in England. It may barely be a true scramble, but it still offers a gorgeous ridge and exceptional views on a clear day. Yes, it’s popular and you’ll rarely have the place to yourself but, if you plan accordingly and avoid weekends and peak periods, you’ll…
Skiddaw is a much-maligned mountain. Approached the usual way, from Keswick, it can be a little bit uninspiring. This is a shame because Skiddaw has so much more to offer. For starters, it offers one of the best views in England. So, stick with it and, like us, tackle it from Bassenthwaite via Ullock Pike….
Penrhyn Castle is one of North Wales most spectacular castles. Owned and managed by the National Trust, this 19th Century fortress is simply huge. Despite it not being quite as old as some of its North Wales contemporaries, it still has a rich history and the ability to impress…a lot! Despite being less than…
On Saturday 16th September 2017 people from all over the world will take part in Coastal Cleanup Day. To date, nearly 12 million people have given up their time to collect rubbish, particularly plastic, from coastal regions. Consequently, Coastal Cleanup Day is the world’s biggest volunteer effort to protect our seas and oceans. Will you…
When we heard about the National Trust’s 10 legendary days out in North Wales, we jumped at the chance to experience them. We’ve been big National Trust fans for a long while now. Strangely, however, we had always tended to visit properties and landmarks further afield than our native North Wales. Daft, I know, but…
