Sywell Country Park, Northants
Even a quick walk in familiar surroundings in dreary weather can prove to be a rewarding experience.
Even a quick walk in familiar surroundings in dreary weather can prove to be a rewarding experience.
I used our recent jaunt up to the Peak District to try out a pair of boots that I had been sent from Grisport. I generally tend to shy away from choosing leather boots as I have always assumed that they are heavy and rigid. I think this […]
After looking back over a momentous 2015, I decided that it’s time I started thinking about 2016. The last 12 months have been the hardest of my life, but the challenges are only just beginning! I return to work on Saturday 2nd January after 12 and a half […]
2015 has been a life changing year for me. On 5th January I became a mother and nothing could have prepared me for what would follow. I wasn’t naive enough to think that everything would carry on as before, however I was determined that Luke and I would continue […]
It had been so long since we’d been for a proper walk that I was desperate to get out. We tried a few times to make it to the Peak District, but life (and Christmas and the weather) seemed determined to stop us heading outdoors. We finally made […]
As much as we try to get away to different parts of our beautiful country, the truth is that the places we visit over and over again are a little closer to home. This is especially true since becoming parents earlier this year. As much as I love […]
Just because the days are getting shorter and colder, there’s no excuse for hibernating over winter. It’s a fantastic time to head outdoors and here’s why: I think we’re very lucky in Britain with our distinct seasons, each one has something to offer. I particularly love a clear, […]
I love running but I do find it difficult to keep motivated. I try to give myself something to aim for, whether that’s a PB at the parkrun or signing up for a future event. This year I was trying to find something a little different, and then I […]
It was such a beautiful day yesterday that it seemed a shame not to head out to enjoy it. My sister and her partner were staying with us and I thought a walk would do us all good (not least as we may have been a teeny bit […]
Yesterday we had a lovely walk around Badby Woods. It’s a beautiful spot and we really enjoyed a bit of family time. We’re lucky in that Finn loves going in the carrier, and pretty much laughs the whole time! Since Luke’s had his new camera we’ve been experimenting […]