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Eltham Palace and Fleurs de Villes residency
A review of Eltham Palace combined with the Fleur de Villes residency in July 2024.
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Sarah
May 112 min read
Chidakasha - a piece of vegetarian dining heaven on the Isle of Skye
A review of Skye's only tea house and vegetarian restaurant, Chidakasha
Sarah
Mar 253 min read
Scorrybreac restaurant in Portree - it's all about sharing
A review of the spring menu at the wonderful Scorrybeac in Portree on the Isle of Skye
Sarah
Oct 28, 20233 min read
Dining at the 'Restaurant of the Year Scotland 2023' - Edinbane Lodge on the Isle of Skye
Our review of Scottish Restaurant of the year - Edinbane Lodge on the Isle of Skye. Well worth a visit for the stunning menu.
Sarah
Oct 5, 20232 min read
The Stein Inn - the oldest Inn on the Isle of Skye
A review of the evening menu at the Stein Inn on the Isle of Skye.
Sarah
Feb 11, 20233 min read
Dinner at the world-famous Three Chimneys, Skye
A review of the Three Chimneys restaurant on Skye. Head Chef Scott Davies more than lives up to the reputation set by his predecessor.
Sarah
Jan 7, 20235 min read
Wellbeing Weekend Review - 'Escape to the Island' for a Wellbeing Weekend on the Isle of Wight
Women looking to reset their goals; fitness, lifestyle, overcoming fears can enjoy a weekend on the beautiful Isle of Wight on a retreat.
Sarah
Jul 17, 20224 min read
Thames Craft Beer Cruise - all the sites of the river and a quality pour
A review of the Thames Craft Beer Cruise, who it's for, what the experience is like, and the sites you can expect to see along the Thames.
Sarah
Jun 29, 20222 min read
The Sunset Steam Express - a round trip from Victoria to the Surrey Hills
A review of the Pullman class dining experience on the Sunset Steam Express from London Victoria to the Surrey Hills
Sarah
Apr 11, 20223 min read
London Mithraeum - a remarkable hidden temple in the City of London
A visit to one of London's more unusual destinations, the London Mithraeum, and a chance to see and feel Roman worship in the 3rd century.
Sarah
Feb 20, 20225 min read
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, and wedding venue review
A review of a Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club for a small indoor wedding party. The suite, the food, the spa as well as co-ordination.
Sarah
Aug 15, 20214 min read
The Isle of Wight is alright!
Looking for a UK break? We explore the Isle of Wight and showcase walks, sightseeing, and fabulous seafood.
Sarah
May 16, 20213 min read
Whitby, the last leg of our road trip. In search of the Gothic, jet, gin, beer and seafood.
Whilst English hotels, restaurants, bars and pubs have been closed I haven't felt especially motivated to write a travel piece. But,...
Sarah
Jan 9, 20213 min read
Locked down in the Cronx (not the brewery!)
When in lockdown what do you do? You explore the local area. This posts covers our walks in the south of Croydon; nature and history.
Sarah
Nov 14, 20204 min read
Scottish Road Trip final days - Speyside, whisky and Pictish stones.
Our road trip continues to Speyside where whisky is sampled, bridges admired, and Pictish stones gazed upon.
Sarah
Oct 27, 20207 min read
Scottish Road Trip Nights 5,6 and 7: The Outer Hebrides; Standing Stones, Beaches, and Gin.
Our road trip around the Outer Hebrides taking in standing stones galore, stunning beaches, a Shieling, a cairn, whale bones, and gin.
Sarah
Oct 12, 20203 min read
Scottish Road Trip Nights 3 and 4: Loch Ness, and a trip back in time on The Jacobite
A stay at foodies heaven on Loch Ness and a trip on the Jacobite steam train.
Sarah
Oct 4, 20204 min read
Road Trip to Scotland Day 2 – Edinburgh bound
Leaving Northumberland for Scotland we stop at Traquair House, enjoy the scenery and arrive in Edinburgh for some whistlestop sightseeing.
Sarah
Sep 26, 20204 min read
Road Trip: South London to Scotland – Day 1 Stamford, Lincolnshire and Corbridge, Northumberland
South London to Scotland; this post recommends where to stop for lunch, where to stay in Northumberland, and travels back to Roman times.
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