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Christmas Gatherings – Victorian Style

It’s that ‘most wonderful’ time of the year again. I’m sure it comes around quicker each all the time! Anna and I have a slightly, no, scrap that ‘very’ different Christmas planned this year. I’ll let you in on what it is once we’ve done it, but the run-up to Christmas is going to be...

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Almost Time for Christmas

Now that December is here, it’s almost time to put up the Christmas decorations. Although a few things have felt a little Christmassy already. First, we added some lighting to our new pergola. We put these up in the middle of November so I was a little worried that people might have thought that we’d...

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6 Fun Online Activities to Try When You’re Stuck Indoors

Sometimes staying indoors feels like a chance to recharge, but it can also become monotonous. When the usual routines start to feel stale, exploring online activities can bring back the spark of excitement. From engaging your brain to having some lighthearted fun, here are six entertaining ways to make the most of your time online....

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A Magical Afternoon with Wicked at the Millennium Centre in Cardiff

Saturday was one of those unforgettable afternoons, filled with drama, laughter, and a bit of green magic! Cardiff’s Millennium Centre was the venue, and the show? Wicked! Anna had been looking forward to this for months and I was joining her for a new experience as I knew nothing at all about the show. We drove...

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Quick Trip to the Isle of Man

We paid Anna’s mum a quick visit on the Isle of Man over the weekend, and with Morgan joining us, it turned into a bit of a family affair. Since we had an early flight out of Liverpool, we decided to travel up on Thursday evening. After stopping off for some shopping and dinner at...

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Bagging a Nuttall: A Walk up Y Garn in the Rhinogs

After a busy weekend with some wild weather, Monday looked like the perfect opportunity to head into the hills and bag another Nuttall. With a few still close to home that I hadn’t summited, I decided it was a good day to tackle Y Garn in the Rhinogs. The forecast looked promising for a short-ish...

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Affordable Adventures: A Complete Guide to Budget Travel Planning

Affordable Adventures: A Complete Guide to Budget Travel Planning Travelling doesn’t have to be a luxury only the wealthy can afford. With careful planning and strategic budgeting, you can explore new destinations, experience different cultures, and create lasting memories without straining your finances. Whether you’re a seasoned globetrotter or planning your first trip, this complete...

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Another Honey Harvest

Having harvested some honey a few weeks ago, the bees fought back and stopped us taking any more for a while. One of the hives had honey that, at the time, wasn’t fully sealed, another decided to sting us and prevent us getting any off. So, we left them for a few weeks and then...