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Cuppa with a view. Glamping in Somerset

Glamping in Somerset…

Glamping in Somerset…

February 11, 2022
Campfire, Hurst View Campsite, Lymington

Campsites in the New Forest that allow campfires…

Campsites in the New Forest that allow campfires…

March 31, 2021
Paddleboarding at Mudeford

My 2020 highlights: I had a baby & bought a big tent!

My 2020 highlights: I had a baby & bought a big tent!

December 31, 2020

Planning a road trip on the East Coast of Australia…

Planning a road trip on the East Coast of Australia…

February 16, 2020

What to pack for a glamping trip in the UK…

What to pack for a glamping trip in the UK…

August 26, 2019
Relaxing with a book in my travel hammock

Travel Hammock Review…

Travel Hammock Review…

August 5, 2019

My 2018 travel highlights…

My 2018 travel highlights…

December 30, 2018
Shaldon Beach Hut No.1 - one of my favourite unique places to stay in the UK

Unique places to stay in the UK….

Unique places to stay in the UK….

November 1, 2018
Cooking a chilli on the camp fire

Cool Campsites on the East Coast of Australia…

Cool Campsites on the East Coast of Australia…

September 4, 2018

Glamping in Dorset…

Glamping in Dorset…

August 25, 2018
A few pics from the most gorgeous 4 nights away in A few pics from the most gorgeous 4 nights away in Majorca with @jet2pics… Ad

We stayed in Cala Bona on the east coast of the island. Think low key beach vibes, shallow, sparkling waters, a bustling harbour front perfect for an evening sundowner and an abundance of cute souvenir shops that family holidays are made of!

We snorkelled everyday in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean and spotted all sorts of cool sea life.

Our hotel was a 2 minute walk from the beach and resort centre and was the perfect holiday base. Amazing cocktails, great food and a lovely pool view from our ground floor terrace.

Comment Cala Bona and I’ll send you my blog post with the full details of this dreamy Majorca getaway….

#calabona #majorca #mallorca #jet2holidays #spain
Last night we were invited to Queen by Moonlight a Last night we were invited to Queen by Moonlight at Exbury Festival of Music and what a brilliant end to the summer it was! AD | Invite

The beautiful @exburygardens in the New Forest was the perfect location for this open air event. With plenty of space for everyone to spread out with their own picnics. The kids loved the food vans on site too, the crepes and churros were a delicious treat! 

@livequeenexperience were absolutely incredible! The rain held off and we danced the night away!

It was an evening to remember and one that that the whole family enjoyed.

Save this for your future summer plans! 

#exburygardens #queen #queentribute #newforest #visithampshire
New paddle boarding adventure today on the River S New paddle boarding adventure today on the River Stour at Eye Bridge in Wimborne.

This is a great location for a peaceful paddle and ideal for beginners.

~ Launch from the carpark: 553 Cowgrove Road, Wimborne, BH21 4EL. It’s a small carpark but there is also an overflow section on the left. 

~ The shallow water makes it easy to launch. Head right, paddling up river and under Eye Bridge. Left will take you over a small weir, so avoid that! 

~ It’s such a gorgeous spot with cows grazing on the waters edge, crystal clear waters and lots of fish to spot.

~ We didn’t make it there today but 2.5 miles upstream gets you to The Coventry Arms. You can access the beer garden for a drink. 

~ The paddle back is super easy with the current in your favour. 

Save this for your next paddle boarding trip! 

#standuppaddle #dorset #eyebridge #riverstour #standuppaddleboard
We spent 2 nights on a floating marine lodge on th We spent 2 nights on a floating marine lodge on the River Hamble in Southampton @mdlholidays and as breaks go this has to be the most dreamiest I’ve been on. It was a surprise break like no other!

We paddle boarded to the @jollysailor.bursledon for lunch and a G&T and explored Badnam creek and the river and only stepped foot on dry land to order the best lobster and fries from @gaff_rigger marina restaurant.

Save this for your next break away and if you want the full low down comment floating lodge and I’ll send you the link to my blog post all about it…

Unique places to stay | Floating Marine Lodge | Southampton 

#riverhamble #floatinglodge #southampton #paddleboard #hampshire
Aperol on a Friday afternoon with this view… ☀️ # Aperol on a Friday afternoon with this view… ☀️

#aperol #aperolspritztime #bartononsea #hampshire
Super chilled day on the water with my lovely budd Super chilled day on the water with my lovely buddy @courtneywatts0 🫶🏻☀️ 

The River Stour in Christchurch is our favourite spot for a leisurely paddle and a good old catch up. 

~ Park at Christchurch Riverlands carpark for shady spots to set your board up under and toilets. £4.50 for 4 hours.

~ There are two launching points within waking distance of the carpark. Walk right along the river and there’s one opposite the Captains Club. This one is a little bit of a trek if your paddleboard is huge like mine! 

~Turn left along the river for the other launch point which is to the right of Tuckton Tea Gardens. This one is slightly closer to the carpark and a good stop for a drink, food or ice cream. 

~ We went left and paddled upstream under Tuckton Bridge, admiring all the gorgeous properties that back onto the river. We took lunch and snacks so we could have a picnic on our boards and when our arms got tired we meandered back down river. 

~ Arriving back by Tuckton Tea Gardens, our final stop before walking back to the carpark we grabbed a milkshake and a Rio to round off the loveliest afternoon… 

#standuppaddleboarding #sup #dorset #christchurch #riverstour
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