Manchester Christmas Market – Dates and What’s on. I still remember the first time I visited Manchester Christmas Market. I wandered around all the wooden chalets admiring the twinkling Christmas lights and all the fabulous decorations stalls. The muddled smells of frying onions and spicy Gluhwein tempting me to linger a little longer and taste … Read more
Sam Olgar Hairdressers in York – This week we are heading down to Southampton for a cruise of the British Isles. Of course, I needed to smarten myself up a bit (ok, a lot!), so I headed into Sam Olgar’s Hairdressing salon in the centre of York for a good cut, highlights and a bit … Read more
Last night, after 18 long months, I headed back to Leeds Grand Theatre. I was beyond excited – not only because I was heading back to one of my favourite places but because I was seeing one of my favourite comedy companies – Mischief. I spent a lot of my teens enthralled by the dark … Read more
Best Sunflower Fields in Yorkshire – at the end of the summer, what could be more glorious than wandering through fields of golden sunflowers! More and more sunflower experiences are now springing up across Yorkshire, often at farm shops where you can have a lovely lunch after your stroll. Most are PYO too so take … Read more
“Dear diary, did you hear?” after 16 long months live theatre is back and once again we will be pootling along to Leeds Grand Theatre to review the upcoming delights. The award-winning Heathers The Musical will launch its touring production at Leeds Grand Theatre from Thursday 5 to Saturday 14 August 2021 before spreading corn … Read more
Amazing 5 Star Luxury Hotels Peloponnese – we have been regular visitors to the Peloponnese since before the children were born and we love it so much we bought our own house there in Stoupa. I take a keen interest in all the new luxury hotels that are springing up because I love the area, … Read more
Family days out in Yorkshire – I am lucky to live in a fantastic place where there are so many fabulous family days out in Yorkshire to enjoy with the kids! Have a look at the list of the days of with kids below that I have compiled of things to do in Yorkshire, I’ve … Read more
Places to See Animals Near Great Yarmouth – there are so many wonderful places to visit near Great Yarmouth especially if you are an animal lover. From reef sharks at SEA LIFE, snakes at Pettitts or pet lambs at Hirsty’s Family Funpark, there are plenty of animal experiences to choose from! Thrigby Hall Wildlife … Read more
The UK’s housing market is enjoying a 9% YoY growth, which is surprisingly strong considering the lockdown restrictions and inactivity of the market compared to usual. In fact, the lacklustre amount of the houses on the market suggests that this growth can be down to a lack of supply, as opposed to demand-led growth. So, … Read more
Family Hotels Yorkshire – I am always on the look out for good family friendly hotels in Yorkshire. The ones that really cater to children and families, not just the ones that will allow the kids to stay in your room with you but don’t provide anything family friendly at all. Family Hotels Yorkshire … Read more