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Why Nothing Beats a Summer in London
Summer is officially here, which is easily my favourite time of year in London. While I previously mentioned how enchanting my home is when the Christmas season rolls around, I’m a summer girl and truly come alive when the weather gets warmer and the daylight hours are longer. But it’s not just being able to sit in my garden in the sunshine after working hours that puts me in a cheerful mood this time of year. Like me, the city’s spirit seems lifted, and there’s much more to keep you entertained. Yes, the tubes are horrendous in the heat, and yes the bugs (and tourists) descend on the city this…
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6 Reasons to Visit Tewkesbury
I had not heard of Tewkesbury before stumbling across it when looking for a house to rent to spend the Christmas holidays. As it turns out, it was an idyllic place to be at Christmas with my family; the perfect getaway from London life. The medieval market town, nestled between the River Avon and Severn River, has a surprising amount to see and do and was larger than I expected. From its historic Abbey, cute independent cafes and shops, to the great walks in the countryside, these are my top recommendations for how to spend a weekend in this Gloucestershire town. Visit Tewkesbury Abbey Tewkesbury Abbey (aka The Abbey Church…
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A guide to Shanklin, Isle of Wight
The must-dos while visiting this charming Isle of Wight town
