Ho! Ho! Ho! And welcome to my guide of things to do in Dorset in December. Discover enchanting winter experiences in Dorset this December, from festive carols and magical illuminations to foraging and feasting, and of course a visit from … Read More
Looking for farmers’ markets in Somerset? Look no further. We’ve rounded up some of the biggest and best. Why not try and visit all of them? Axbridge Farmers’ Market Of all the farmers’ markets in Somerset, this is one of … Read More
Welcome to the National Trust’s Lanhydrock House and Gardens; a beautiful Victorian family home where history comes to life, nestled within 900 acres of meticulously manicured gardens, rolling hills and lush woodland in Cornwall. It is the perfect place to step … Read More
October is a wonderful time to get away to the countryside. Woods are carpeted with rich reds and earthy ochres, horse chestnut trees are giving up the last of their conkers, deer are rutting and the hedgerows are heaving with … Read More
Trebah Garden is a really unexpected place, with both an amazing subtropical garden in a beautiful Cornish valley and an idyllic beach at the bottom. You could very easily spend the whole day here – we certainly did! The day … Read More
My three-year-old son loves trains so taking him on for a ride on the West Somerset Railway, the longest heritage railway in England, was a real treat. We started at Bishops Lydeard near Taunton, and took the steam train to Dunster, … Read More
Afternoon tea with a real princess, hot air balloons, food festivals, medieval falconry and more; here’s our pick of the best events in the West Country this weekend, Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 September 2016. Cornwall Newquay Fish Festival, Newquay … Read More
Frome Independent Market is a bustling pop up market on the first Sunday of the month between April and December. It is an incredible example of what happens when a community comes together to reclaim the high street. The whole of … Read More
There is so much going on this week in the West Country including agricultural shows, festivals of local culture, cider, music, craft, food and even hats, outdoor theatre productions, cliff top shepherding and walking festivals in beautiful scenery. Here’s our … Read More
Originally a monastery for 12th century Cistercian monks, today Forde Abbey is an astonishing private home and garden open to the public. It wasn’t at all what I was expecting – it is not a simple, slightly austere monastery, but … Read More
Want to know what’s on in Dorset in June 2016? Read on for our pick of some of the county’s best activities and events, from food festivals to vintage rallies. Baby swans hatching, Abbotsbury Swannery, Abbotsbury Wednesday 1 – Thursday … Read More
Dorset is one of the most beautiful counties in the UK, with miles of sandy beaches and plenty of fun days out to keep the family occupied. You may have heard of the more famous attractions, but here’s my pick … Read More
The Lost Gardens of Heligan, near Mevagissey, are just a short drive from the town of St Austell in Cornwall. Despite living in the St Austell area for over 12 years – and in Cornwall for my whole life – … Read More
Local dog owners group, Dorset Dogs, have recommended their 10 favourite dog friendly beaches in Dorset for us. You’ll find a great choice of walks for you and your four-legged friend, from sandy beaches to stunning scenery at iconic locations … Read More