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A Grand Weekend at the Cumbria Grand Hotel

A Grand Weekend at the Cumbria Grand Hotel

This weekend we celebrated Brian’s 48th birthday as well as our 12 year anniversary. With the rare luxury of a… View Post
Our Family Visit to Leeds Armouries

Our Family Visit to Leeds Armouries

Leeds Armouries, a family favourite day out of ours. We have been to this wonderful place countless times over the… View Post
10 Tips: Dealing with Exam Stress

10 Tips: Dealing with Exam Stress

I have a wealth of experience in this field, having sat innumerable exams throughout my education. From SATS, GCSEs, A… View Post
Family Visit to Jorvik Viking Centre

Family Visit to Jorvik Viking Centre

Góðan daginn is a phrase you would have heard echoing through the streets of York some 1,200 years ago as… View Post
Painted rocks – the New Fun Family Craze

Painted rocks – the New Fun Family Craze

Last week I was catching up with a friend of mine and we were making plans with our children for… View Post
Product Review – Superdrug Colourfix

Product Review – Superdrug Colourfix

I found my first grey hair at the young age of 14, and ever since, those nasty little wirey hairs… View Post
Brougham Castle

Brougham Castle

Making the most of our English Heritage membership, we visited Brougham Castle. I must admit, this particular castle was unknown… View Post
Our English Heritage Membership

Our English Heritage Membership

If, like us, you are looking for ways to save money on family outings, might I recommend purchasing English Heritage… View Post
Read Write Inc. Phonics Flashcards

Read Write Inc. Phonics Flashcards

Attending my 4-year-old daughter’s parent’s evening last night, we were introduced to a programme of learning used by the school… View Post
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

So, it’s that time of year again. Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Here are a few Valentine’s Day gift ideas… View Post