Back to School Essentials with Asda
We always leave our ‘Back to School’ shopping until the last minute. That way we have had a chance to…
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Surviving your Child’s First Day at School
This September marks not only my eldest daughter’s very last first day in school, but also my youngest daughter’s first…
Bolsover Castle – Grand Medieval Joust
I have been fortunate enough this summer to have spent some wonderful days out with my children. One of the…
A Day in the New Forest
The New Forest As part of our Summer Road trip, my family and I made a return visit to one…
Fossil Hunting and Exploring the Jurassic Coast
The Jurassic Coast The Jurassic coast in the South of England is one of those locations on our ‘must visit’…
20 Funny Medieval Words We Should Bring Back!
Just for fun! I’ve compiled a top 20 list of funny medieval words we should bring back, just because they’re…
Beeston Castle – Clash of Knights!
One way in which we have sought to save some pennies this summer is to become English Heritage members. For…
Exploring Manchester Museum
As part of my feature ‘Summer Holidays on a Budget’ this post recounts our visit today to the Manchester Museum.…
Manchester Tart Recipe
My husband’s all-time favourite cake recipe has got to be Manchester Tart. A slice of this cake takes him back…