For Christmas I bought my mum afternoon tea for two at the Barnett Hill Hotel. It is set in a beautiful hilltop location located 3 miles from Guildford town centre and 30 minutes from London. When we arrived we were taken to the library room filled with cosy sofas and overlooking the beautiful gardens. We… Continue reading Afternoon tea at Barnett Hill Surrey
A while ago I visited the Jane Austen House Museum in Chawton, Hampshire. Here you can explore the house where Jane Austen lived and wrote. It’s located in such a lovely area, the village is so peaceful and quaint with lots of green space and cute thatched houses. Across the road is a pub which we… Continue reading Jane Austen House Museum Chawton, Hampshire
Manchester is one of the most popular UK cities to visit and it’s easy to see why. With it’s iconic music scene, industrial history and superb shopping. Manchester is bustling with character with a mixture of old and new architecture. If you love quirky vintage shops then Manchester is the place for you. I recently… Continue reading How to spend 48 hours in Manchester
One of my favourite things to do in December is to visit Christmas markets! Baths famous Christmas market is a wonderful place to go for a festive break. You can soak up the aroma of mulled wine, sizzling sausages and mince pies as you admire the beautiful Georgian architecture. There are plenty of stalls filled with handmade… Continue reading Bath Christmas Markets
My favourite thing to do in London is to see a show and there are so many fantastic shows out at the moment. For Christmas this year I want to have experiences and days out rather than items so theatre tickets are an excellent choice. Buying theatre tickets is a great way to treat family and… Continue reading Theatre Christmas Gift Guide
Oslo is full of colourful old and new architecture and quirky sculptures. The main thing I loved about Oslo is how everything is Koselig (cosy). Local bars and restaurants supply outdoor heaters and wool blankets you put over your lap whilst enjoying a drink. Inside is filled with candles or warm fires and many bathrooms have… Continue reading Oslo, Norway Travel Guide
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