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Armathwaite Hotel Spa sign

Armathwaite Hall Spa review – A relaxing haven in the Lake District

May 12, 2023
emilyann.elliott
England, Spas, weekend breaks

A visit to Armathwaite Hall Spa is the perfect way to relax during a holiday in the Lake District. Described as a “sprawling affair” by…

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the lake district

Things to do near Cockermouth in the Lake District

May 5, 2023
emilyann.elliott
England, family travel, UK

If you’re looking for things to do near Cockermouth in the Lake District you’ll be spoilt for choice. When we were choosing where to stay…

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Bassenthwaite Lake Station sign

A review of Bassenthwaite Lake Station

April 28, 2023
emilyann.elliott
England, family travel, UK, UK travel

If you’re looking for something truly unique to do in the Lake District, may I suggest a trip to Bassenthwaite Lake Station. Open for breakfast, lunch and…

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The Lingholm Estate walled garden, one of the Beatrix Potter attractions in the Lake District

The best Beatrix Potter attractions in the Lake District

April 20, 2023
emilyann.elliott
England, family travel, UK

Beatrix Potter attractions in the Lake District are high on the wish-list of many visitors to the area. Fans of Peter Rabbit, Tom Kitten and…

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Things to do in Scarborough with kids

Things to do in Scarborough with kids

March 26, 2023
emilyann.elliott
England, family travel, UK, Yorkshire

Whether you’re planning a holiday or looking for an afternoon of entertainment, there’s plenty of things to do in Scarborough with kids. From beach adventures…

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The Wild Silence

The Wild Silence by Raynor Winn book review

November 14, 2021
emilyann.elliott
#travelbookclub, England, UK

If you’re looking for a book to get cosy with this autumn, may I recommend The Wild Silence by Raynor Winn. Following on from The…

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Amelia Earhart quote at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Visiting Yorkshire Sculpture Park

June 27, 2021
emilyann.elliott
England, family travel, UK travel, Yorkshire

The hashtag for Yorkshire Sculpture Park is “art without walls” which perfectly sums up the experience of a visit. The park, located in the 500-acre Bretton Hall estate,…

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Best beaches in North Yorkshire 2023

Best beaches in North Yorkshire 2023

February 28, 2021
emilyann.elliott
UK, weekend breaks, Yorkshire

Best beaches in North Yorkshire If you’re planning a trip to the seaside in 2023 and you’re looking for the best beaches in North Yorkshire,…

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Wisteria display

How will travel change after Coronavirus?

April 26, 2020
emilyann.elliott
England, microadventure, travel community

The question of “how will travel change after Coronavirus?” is something I’ve been thinking about since lockdown began. For those of us for whom travel plays…

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Skipping Day in Scarborough

Skipping Day in Scarborough 2023

February 16, 2020
emilyann.elliott
England, Europe, Life at home, UK

Updated 10/01/23 Skipping Day in Scarborough 2023 takes place on Shrove Tuesday, February 21. The annual tradition has been going for more than 100 years….

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