It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of The Darling Buds of May – the books by H.E Bates and the original TV Series – so, when planning a holiday to France this year, there was really only one place I wanted to go: Brittany, to find the filming locations of ‘A Breath of French Air’…
With the evenings drawing in and the weather taking a turn, all those outdoor meet-ups or after-work beer garden gatherings are off the cards. Here are some alternative ideas for activities you can do with friends during those autumn evenings…
If you fancy embracing arts and culture this month, here are some highlights from the annual Norfolk & Norwich Festival, which opened on Friday 10th May with countless free events happening throughout the city…
From films to art installations, there are plenty of fun things coming up this season so get out your calendar, book some tickets and enjoy these amazing art and entertainment picks…
After reading all about the BBC TV Licensing Moments That Connect Us Campaign, it got me thinking about the TV-related moments that have been important in my life – both from a young age and very recently. Here are mine – and I’d love to hear about yours…
Why not give your usual downtime activities a festive twist, whether that’s reading, playing games or watching TV? Here are a few ideas for getting into the Christmas spirit, no matter what you’re doing…
The Jubilee may be over but there’s no need to bin the bunting just yet. In fact, royal-themed homewares are having a moment in the world of interiors right now. Here’s how to make regal style work for you all year round…
With the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations only a month away, many of us are making plans to celebrate with our friends, family and neighbours over the the bank holiday weekend. Here are some ideas for organising a decadant garden party on a budget…
Sure, it’s nice to go out to celebrate Valentine’s Day but sometimes you just want to stay at home. It’s certainly a money-saving option, as you can enjoy lovely food and a cosy ambience at home for a fraction of the price of your big night out. Here’s how to create your dream Valentine’s date from the comfort of your own home…
This year, I’m keeping things simple and enjoying the holiday season as safely as possible – but I still want to have some festive fun! So I’ve come up with some fab Christmassy activities that we can all enjoy at home or outdoors…
With the new ITV series The Larkins starting this weekend, I thought now would be the perfect time to share my personal tour around the filming locations for the original series of The Darling Buds of May in Kent…
After so long without much of a social life, I’m finding it hard to remember what I used to enjoy doing for entertainment! So, I’ve come up with some ideas that involve both staying in and going out so that you can pick the best (and most thrifty!) option for you…
Did you know that Father’s Day is on Sunday 20th June this year? That means you’ve got a couple of weeks to find a lovely
One of the things I’ve enjoyed this winter is going to virtual events. I don’t have to go out in the cold, defrost the car & drive to a venue to enjoy quality live entertainment. Here are some fab low-cost & FREE shows that are available online this month:
When you’ve got a spare half-hour and fancy watching something festive why not re-watch some classic Christmas TV shows?! Here’s a handy list of all the seasonal episodes of your favourite TV series & sitcoms ready for you to enjoy this December…
December is usually full of festive events, pantos & Christmas light switch-ons but this year I’ve found some are some fabulously festive entertainment you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home while supporting performers & local theatres – enjoy..!
Comedy, markets, theatre, workshops – there’s plenty of things you can do at home this winter. If you’re looking for ways to stay entertained from the comfort of your own home, here are a few fun ideas for enjoying your weekends and evenings…
Like many special events, such as birthdays, anniversaries and hen parties, baby showers are another occasion where we have to think outside the box if we want to celebrate. Here are a few ideas to plan your at-home baby shower…
Today should have been the day that Latitude Festival 2020 would be starting. Creatives around Suffolk are coming up with ways to celebrate the festival at home and here are some of the things they’ve come up with…
My favourite kind of gifts are those that have meaning behind them. A bit of love and thought put into them. And at the moment
Today I’m sharing some ideas for keeping your whole family entertained, active & engaged – both indoors and outdoors. There’s inspiration for exercising in the park and getting active in the garden, as well as some enjoyable, educational and FREE things you can do indoors. Enjoy..!
It’s important to still enjoy your weekends off by doing something special and something social – but what can you do at home on a Saturday night? Here are 10 ideas to give you something exciting to look forward to this weekend:
Kids are missing their friends, grandparents are shielding and we’re all staying at home. As such, I think everyone will be likely to be experiencing
A painting in the woods. An installation in the field. A performance in the marquee. A class in the clearing. You’d be surprised at just how many creative happenings occur at Latitude festival. Sure, with literature, poetry, theatre, film and dance, Latitude isn’t just a music festival but did you realise quite how arty it is?? Here are just a few of the creative goings-on that I stumbled upon at this year’s festival…
I’ve just got back from Latitude 2019 and I wanted to share my photos and festival highlights with you today. I had an amazing time, laughed my socks off and soaked up the creative atmosphere so here’s what I got up to and the performers I recommend from this year’s festival…
The school summer holidays are nearly upon us so it won’t be long before those chants of ‘I’m booooored!’ become a regular occurrence. So, if you want to entertain your youngsters during the school holidays but don’t want to spend all your savings on costly days out, here are three places you can go where you’ll find low-cost (AND FREE!) activities for kids…
Today is the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing – can you believe that fifty years have passed since that momentous occasion?? To
I’ve been going to Latitude Festival for many years now and something that has impressed me year-on-year is the eco-friendly credentials of the event. Here are just a few of the noteworthy measures that Latitude have put in place to ensure the festival is as green and sustainable as possible…
Can you guess what I did at the weekend? Yes, I hired a beach hut! But this wasn’t my first time – oh no, we’ve been hiring beach huts as a family for years. Since my childhood, in fact. But why should you hire one if you’re heading to the beach for just one day? Read on to find out….
With Latitude festival on the horizon, I’ve been following the festival’s social accounts to get the scoop on the latest performers to be added to the already-amazing line-up. Here are my pick of the newest artist additions and my tips for what not to miss at this year’s festival…
Everyone should go to London at least once in their lifetime. If the family can come along too, the more the merrier! There’s something here for everyone, with a range of activities and landmarks to enjoy. Still, the city has a reputation for being preposterously expensive in just about every way. Property, travel, and even buying a sandwich all take a considerable financial toll in the capital. In the end, most people would agree that London is simply too demanding on people’s wallets. What if there was a way to have a more affordable experience? Here are 3 affordable ways to visit London with your family…
If you’re planning a party for adults (or for teens too, I guess!) why not make it a Bob Ross themed event? Think curly hair, canvases and happy little trees and you’ve got the beginnings of an epic painting party that’ll stretch your creative skills and have you giggling for hours. Here’s how to do it on a budget…
After a lovely bank holiday weekend of sunshine and DIY, my thoughts have turned to the school holidays and the fun things you can plan if you’re heading to the capital for a day or two this summer. Here are some cool, educational (and slightly geeky) things to do…
We’re right in the middle of the school Easter holidays so, if you’re running out of ideas for keeping your teens entertained, here are four activity ideas that’ll make them feel grown-up…
When you’re self-employed, the office Christmas party becomes a thing of the past. That’s why I planned my own Christmas party this year at the Cosy Club – here’s why you should do the same…
With old traction engines, quaint village shops, Santa’s grotto and a magical wonderland, Thursford Christmas Spectacular is so much more than just a show. Here’s what you can expect from a visit to Thursford this festive season…
First impressions of the HighTide festival, poetry review and my suggestions of what-not-to-miss if you’re in Aldeburgh this week…
The HighTide festivals in both Aldeburgh and Walthamstow are fast approaching so, if you’re up for some quality entertainment this month, here’s what you can expect from this year’s events.
There’s still a couple of weeks of the school holidays to go, so here are some ideas for entertaining your little ones on their days off, including free events, rainy-day activities and inspiration for learning while they play…
If you’ve been admiring the decor of the Love Island villa I’ll show you how to recreate it in your own home – the thrifty way! In today’s post I’m tackling the interior so here are some ways that you can bring a bit of the Love Island magic into your home.
Well, I’m back home from Latitude festival and have taken a day off to rest after a weekend of non-stop performances and fun in the sun. Today I’m sharing my photos and a review of the best bits of this year’s festival so read on to find out what went well…
Do you dream of having a fresh, bright and colourful home just like the Love Island villa? Today I’m taking garden design inspiration from the Love Island complex and finding ways to recreate this Mediterranean paradise in your own garden here in the UK – starting with lots and lots of fairy lights..!
If you’re heading to a festival this summer and are wondering what to wear, you’ve come to the right place! Today I’m showcasing the colourful outfits of the creative folk at Latitude festival to give you some inspiration for your own festival looks so read on to find out what to add to your backpack…
Now that summer is here, Suffolk is the perfect place to be for family fun and entertainment. It’s not just a sunny county with a gorgeous coastline, it’s also a hub of exciting events and days out for all the family. Today I’m sharing four fantastic festivals (to suit all budgets) that you really shouldn’t miss…
Every year new productions launch and more stage shows go on tour. And that means more tickets to buy! But it doesn’t have to cost a small fortune to see the musicals you love – here’s how to cut costs on going to the theatre…
The Norfolk and Norwich Festival runs until 27th May and it’s got a jam-packed programme of music, theatre, literature and family events. Read on to
If you’re planning a fundraising event this year, here are some handy ideas that’ll help you plan an event that you, your guests and your
December brings Christmas, a very special and magical period, though it also brings the end of 2017, with the start of a new year dawning
Yesterday I had one of the most festive days of my life. So much so, that I wanted to come home and tell you all
It’s that in-between week. That Saturday after the launch but before the live shows start. I’ve watched the Strictly Come Dancing intro launch show and
As a freelance blogger and writer, I often find myself with time at home alone. Sure, I have a home office and should be getting
Hi guys, I’m back in my home office today after a thrilling weekend at Latitude Festival here in Suffolk and, now that I’ve finally got
After a whole year of waiting, over 4 months since the line-up was announced, and two months since my last blog post about the acts
Latitude Festival. What can I say about it really? If you’ve not already been to this festival on the Suffolk coast, you don’t know what you’re
With Valentine’s Day coming up next week on the 14th February, I thought I would share some ideas with you for an inexpensive night in with
Unlike other TV competitions like Strictly Come Dancing and The Great British Sewing Bee, which I have followed from the very first episode, I was
If you like buses, trams, motor bikes, old trucks and fire engines (or lawnmowers, for that matter) this is the museum for you. I’ve always enjoyed travelling
If you have to go camping, it might as well be in one of these. I hereby admit that I am a bell tent fan.
Just wanted to share a quick blog post today with some of the photos I took at this year’s Latitude Festival. Some of my personal
If you’re keen to get out and enjoy the sunshine this summer, I’ve come up with a list of days out and fabulous events that
The excitement is beginning to build and I’m hearing more and more mentions of the festival on social media. It can only mean one thing;
With the England game about to kick off in the Euros this afternoon (and almost everyone I know bunking off work to watch it!) I
We’re mid-way through the summer term and that means one thing – a sunny half term break with nothing to do! This is one of
If you love entertaining and organising parties, but haven’t currently got the budget to spend on a fancy dinner party or big blow out with
For the first time in almost 10 years of blogging I don’t know what to write. I finally understand what people mean when they say
The eagle-eyed of you may have spotted that I’ve mentioned a couple of times that I was away on holiday in Yorkshire last week. So this
ESo we’re already in the middle of a lovely 4-day break over Easter and I thought I’d better share a quick round up of all
What would you do if money, time, and even the laws of physics weren’t a problem? Would you jet off for a picnic on the
What better time to celebrate your best friends than on Galentine’s Day? Yes, that’s right, I said GALentine’s Day. If you’ve not heard of it
What are your plans for the weekend? Not all that busy? Well I’ve just found out about something that I’d love you to get involved with.
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