I genuinely can’t believe I am daring to utter these words, but the February Half Term is almost upon us –Yes, I know Christmas seems like only yesterday! Hence, I have started to consider how to occupy the kids for the week when let’s face it the weather is usually dire, especially here in ‘sunny’… Continue reading Half Term Hot Picks
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Eureka Children’s Museum – Our Review
So Christmas is over and it's those strange few days before New Year where keeping the family entertained can be challenging! I thought I would share our review of Eureka with you as a possible day out idea for which is bound to be a hit with the whole family. I visited the Eureka Children’s… Continue reading Eureka Children’s Museum – Our Review
Christmas Eve is here!
Happy Christmas Eve everyone! We’ll make today’s blog short and sweet as I’m sure like us you’ll all be busy with last minute preparations and spending time with your loved ones. We thought we would share with you our usual Christmas Eve routine and we would love to hear what your routine and traditions are… Continue reading Christmas Eve is here!
Festive Traditions – Radio Times
One of the many things we couldn’t imagine a Christmas without is the Radio Times special! This definitely harks back to our 80’s childhood when the only way to find out what was actually on television was to purchase a trusty TV guide every week. Despite having been a Sky and latterly Virgin customer for… Continue reading Festive Traditions – Radio Times
Cumbrian Christmas – Hayes Garden World!
A mere stone’s throw from Lake Windermere in the small picturesque town of Ambleside is Hayes Garden World, which you could be forgiven for driving past not giving it a second glance. Its façade isn’t particularly impressive, nor does it appear very big, but this is certainly not your average garden centre by a long… Continue reading Cumbrian Christmas – Hayes Garden World!
Our Tree Of Memories
I’m sure by now loads of you that have your Christmas tree’s decorated and I personally love nothing more than walking down the street admiring them glistening and shining from the windows- it gives me a such a warm Christmassy feel! Nowadays though I am also able get my ‘fix’ by simply scrolling through Facebook… Continue reading Our Tree Of Memories
A Beary Christmas from Fenwick’s!
A good friend who lives in Newcastle has for many years now talked of her annual family visit to the window of the Fenwick’s department store, in the town centre, during the run up to Christmas. Despite living only an hour away in Carlisle and making regular trips to the Metrocentre at Gateshead I admit… Continue reading A Beary Christmas from Fenwick’s!
Gorgeous handmade hat’s by Rosebea
It’s that time of year again when it’s clear that we have to say goodbye to the summer and stock up on those essentials to see us through the autumn and winter. Living in Cumbria means a warm, snuggly hat is always a must as we head into the colder months and whilst browsing online… Continue reading Gorgeous handmade hat’s by Rosebea
Our Top 5 Children’s Winter Read’s
Winter is my favourite time of the year, cold frosty weather, snow, dark nights and of course Christmas- I LOVE them all! My other huge passion is reading and this is something I have always actively encouraged my children to enjoy and participate in, so I thought why not combine the two and share with… Continue reading Our Top 5 Children’s Winter Read’s
Hello World LIVE – Our Review
I’m sure many of you have heard about Hello World Live, perhaps you weren’t aware about the event prior however it has been featured in the media and on social media since. Sadly most of this attention has cast a negative light on the event so I wanted to share our experience with you. Hello… Continue reading Hello World LIVE – Our Review
Fraser’s Fun House 