Buttermere is one of the most remote places in the Lake District, and owned by the National Trust it is one of the most beautiful and scenic spots to visit. Named after the lake itself, the tiny village of Buttermere is found at one end of the water, and is a lovely spot if you’re looking for ...
Ambleside sits right at the top of lake Windermere in the Lake District, and has become one of the most visited towns in the Lake District for walkers, tourists and holiday makers. A bustling town with plenty of unique shops, a big selection of places to stay including hotels, holiday homes and ...
Jedburgh is one of the prettiest towns in the Scottish Borders, just 10 miles from the border with England. If you’re passing through on your way to or from Scotland, or are visiting the borders as your destination then it is a town not to be missed. Being so close to the border, Jedburgh holds ...
Seahouses is a picturesque fishing and harbour village on the Northumberland coast, sitting between Beadnell and Bamburgh. It is part of the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and I was fortunate enough to stay here a few weeks ago with Northumberland Cottage Breaks. Over ...
It’s no secret that over the last few years I’ve been spending a lot more time up in Northumberland. Hasn’t everyone?! It certainly seems like it when you look at the surge in popularity of people staycationing in the North East, from not just us Northerners but by people from across the UK. ...
I’ve stayed in plenty different hotels in London, in various places over the years, but a recent visit to The Hoxton in Holborn was up there as one of the most enjoyable. Previously I’ve mainly been visiting for work, so I’d just go for something not too expensive, and within easy reach of ...