Our favourite camping accessories for 2018

Kreafunk aGlow

So far this year we have been camping six times already in our Coleman Valdes 6XL. Some people might think we are bonkers, one camping trip a year is enough for most people but we love it. Camping is a great way to get away, get outdoors and explore. The children use their imaginations more, … Read more

A Beginner’s Guide to Cornbury Festival with kids

Cornbury Festival

So this year we finally popped our Festival cherry with a family weekend at the Cornbury Festival near to Chipping Norton in Oxfordshire. From the outset, we were very excited to be going but I must admit we had a few nerves kicking in the closer the festival came. My main worries surrounded the children’s … Read more

Birthday party ideas for a 10 year old

Captain Fantastic

It’s that’s time again when I need to get my thinking gear on and start planning Lillie’s 10th birthday party and celebrations with her friends. At 10 years old I have found that we have reached that in-between stage, she isn’t quite the ‘little girl’ anymore but likewise, she is (thankfully) still a way off … Read more

Your Cosy Guide To A Comfy Winter

Fireplace

Winter is fast approaching and with it the desire to stay in bed until at least 11am everyday. Cold weather has a funny way of making your bedspread seem like heaven. Somewhat unfortunately, but mostly fortunately, we have the necessity to get out of bed and live our lives if we want to stay active … Read more