Notting hill carnival was this week and they've had fab weather for it too! Unfortunately I was unable to get there but it would have been a fab time, looking from the media.
See what you've been missing here:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-37215331
Wednesday, 31 August 2016
STEAM FAIR! WOO WOO!
So I've been at the Great Dorset Steam Fair over the past couple of days, sorry for not posting updates but sadly no internet... so here I am today to relive my days with you!
It has been a wild time, from whizzing around in the funfair to bumping up and down on the tractor rides to being mesmerised by all the beautifully made Steam Engines, let me just tell you they are incredible! Such detailed and intricate craftsmanship has went into these beautiful machines.
Ending with subtley stunning evenings, when all the lights on the steam engines and around the arenas are turned on, they dance like little fireflies everywhere around you, such a great experience and my idea of a perfect summer eveing!
But I'm telling you guys, you definately have to go and experience this at some point in your future, if not next year!
There is so much to do and don't worry about the kids because they will have a blast, just make sure you take lots of cash, eventhough there are cash machines on site, buried around the many stalls and tents.
I mean there is a tent for everything, from Motorcycles and Vintage cars to Craft tents and Food tent (which sells incredibly sumptuous food, you will be wanting to try everything!).
Were not talking scabby food trucks, but good wholesome food such as smoked sausages with pulled pork on top, venison and lamb burgers, vegan and beef curries, Paella, roast puds with all the toppings, fish and chips, baked potatoes, beautifully crafted cakes, cheeses and pies, waffles, crepes and ice-cream and you can even try Sheep ice-cream! Now isn't that an experience, but is bloody lovely and so creamy!
I'm telling you, the Hairy Bikers would even have a field day here!
Unfortunately this year was the last year of the War Memorial, where you could go and experience the trenches and what it would have been like in their hosiptals e.t.c. Absolute fascinating display and so educational.
But don't worry, even if you didn't get to see this this year then there will be other experiences lined up to be come to the Great Dorset Steam Fair in the future, so you won't be missing out a thing! There is always something going on, including the many shows programmed throughout the day, from Rallys to Monster trucks and stunt shows, as well as many animal talks and displays, indluding the heavy horses and seeing the biggest Eagle in the world take flight around the arena.
But don't let me ramble on, go and see for yourself, make sure you book up for next year or sometime in the future as i'm telling you know, you won't regret it!
(Photos to follow)
It has been a wild time, from whizzing around in the funfair to bumping up and down on the tractor rides to being mesmerised by all the beautifully made Steam Engines, let me just tell you they are incredible! Such detailed and intricate craftsmanship has went into these beautiful machines.
Ending with subtley stunning evenings, when all the lights on the steam engines and around the arenas are turned on, they dance like little fireflies everywhere around you, such a great experience and my idea of a perfect summer eveing!
But I'm telling you guys, you definately have to go and experience this at some point in your future, if not next year!
There is so much to do and don't worry about the kids because they will have a blast, just make sure you take lots of cash, eventhough there are cash machines on site, buried around the many stalls and tents.
I mean there is a tent for everything, from Motorcycles and Vintage cars to Craft tents and Food tent (which sells incredibly sumptuous food, you will be wanting to try everything!).
Were not talking scabby food trucks, but good wholesome food such as smoked sausages with pulled pork on top, venison and lamb burgers, vegan and beef curries, Paella, roast puds with all the toppings, fish and chips, baked potatoes, beautifully crafted cakes, cheeses and pies, waffles, crepes and ice-cream and you can even try Sheep ice-cream! Now isn't that an experience, but is bloody lovely and so creamy!
I'm telling you, the Hairy Bikers would even have a field day here!
Unfortunately this year was the last year of the War Memorial, where you could go and experience the trenches and what it would have been like in their hosiptals e.t.c. Absolute fascinating display and so educational.
But don't worry, even if you didn't get to see this this year then there will be other experiences lined up to be come to the Great Dorset Steam Fair in the future, so you won't be missing out a thing! There is always something going on, including the many shows programmed throughout the day, from Rallys to Monster trucks and stunt shows, as well as many animal talks and displays, indluding the heavy horses and seeing the biggest Eagle in the world take flight around the arena.
But don't let me ramble on, go and see for yourself, make sure you book up for next year or sometime in the future as i'm telling you know, you won't regret it!
(Photos to follow)
Tuesday, 30 August 2016
Butterflies Everywhere!
Sorry for the late post, but if you do happen to step onto the isle within your travels, either now or in the future, there is somewhere you definitely need to check out.
MEDINA BUTTERFLY FARM!
I know the garden centre attached may be a bit groggy and crusty around the edges but on entering the Butterfly Farm you completely forget about how you got there.
From the moment I strolled through the doors, I was rushed by a heat of tropical adventures, to then be surrounded by butterflies, floating fluidly in and around the steamed air. When going around the attraction, following the patched trail, you will see such beautiful butterflies that are absolutely magnificent. Something I have never seen before, but will definitely be repeating!
What a sight! On many occasions I had numerous amounts of butterflies landing on my clothes, being most attracted to bright colours, especially blue!
The butterflies range from big to small, brown to white to green and blue, there are a range of different butterflies to behold here, some I can probably guarantee you have never seen before.
Also to be seen there are gorgeously fluffy quails who gather around your feet, running here and there, as fast as their little legs will take them. I can only describe them as running little Pom Poms!
Just go and have a look yourself and tell me what you think!
Saturday, 27 August 2016
East Cowes to Newport
I stepped onto the Isle of Wight today.
Had a lovely walk in East Cowes, checking into some of the charities shops there. Charity shops are such a brilliant experience... You never know what your going to find!
After East Cowes, we drove on down into Newport. Some great eateries, including the odd, indulgent bakery, surrounded by your more common shops, ranging from Morrisons to Next to Prezzo.
A great day for snooping around, seeing what I could find, in and around the streets. Definitely one to visit, however, maybe not best for the more shopping spree minded of you out there.
Maybe stop off in Southampton before your trip over to the island, to fill that urge before relaxing amongst the more chilled environment found on the isle.
Had a lovely walk in East Cowes, checking into some of the charities shops there. Charity shops are such a brilliant experience... You never know what your going to find!
After East Cowes, we drove on down into Newport. Some great eateries, including the odd, indulgent bakery, surrounded by your more common shops, ranging from Morrisons to Next to Prezzo.
A great day for snooping around, seeing what I could find, in and around the streets. Definitely one to visit, however, maybe not best for the more shopping spree minded of you out there.
Maybe stop off in Southampton before your trip over to the island, to fill that urge before relaxing amongst the more chilled environment found on the isle.
Thursday, 25 August 2016
MARS BAR BROWNIES!
You have to try these!......
I went on a little trip into Fordingbridge today, I haven't been there many times but I wanted to take my 9 month old nephew to the most gorgeous little park there. It is absolutely perfect and great for children of all ages.
It has a range of different activities and climbing frames, slides and swings as well as a quaint cafe on site.
There is also a shallow paddling pool for the kids and Elijah just loved it, realxing in the water in his little rubber ring, before getting out and drying off to feed the ducks inhabiting the beautiful river there, in the park.
If you travel into the quaint little 'town' of Fordingbridge, just over the bridge from the park, thats got a few tea rooms and shops, there is a pub called 'The George Inn'. It has a fabulous spread of food that is delicious and not too pricey, as well as serving cream tea during the afternoon. A perfect all rounder.
Well this is where I went and grabbed one of these brownies from. Absolutely delicious!
It has a moist, deep, chocolatey flavour which is unbelievably intense, with the Mars Bar segment layed over the top to add that delightful caramel/nougat hint.
Ultimate indulgence that will leave you wanting more and more!
(Sorry for the half eaten picture of the Brownie but I just couldn't wait to dig in!)
Tuesday, 23 August 2016
Beautiful Architecture and Paving
Thousand of people visit bath, every year, to marvel at its glorious and impressive stance of historical buildings, some of which are hundreds of years old.
Bath is an absolute picture for the eyes, from the infamous Roman Baths, leading to the awe-inspiring Royal Crescent, there is plenty of inspiring architecture to enjoy. So go ahead and love it, explore it and be completly awe struck by it.
The architecture has such consistency throughout and shows both determination and accuracy of the time period and architects of the Georgian century.
Most of the buildings that you see there are constructed or adorned with Bath stone, that beautifully coloured, almost marbled stone that appears on the buildings.
These factors can be seen predominately on your approach into Bath, where high on the hill top you can see the whole landscape of bath, with its clean and crisp serenity.
Did you ever wonder why all the houses and buildings are the same colour? Why there is no coloured houses or odd buildings that have been redesigned or given a different character?
Well, now you know, it is abundantly clear that you are not allowed to change any of these factors of the buildings and these can even be seen on the deeds when buying a house there! A smart factoid for you!
Even the paving under your feet is full of beautifully toned stones... where can Bath go wrong!
This highly refined architecture does make you think though. Youn have to think whether we are ultimately deteriorating our ideas about how architecture should be, especially when you compare these spectacularly carved buildings to that of your house or your neighbours. Really gives you something to think about, don't you think?
But I'll leave that for you to decide...
Bath is an absolute picture for the eyes, from the infamous Roman Baths, leading to the awe-inspiring Royal Crescent, there is plenty of inspiring architecture to enjoy. So go ahead and love it, explore it and be completly awe struck by it.
The architecture has such consistency throughout and shows both determination and accuracy of the time period and architects of the Georgian century.
Most of the buildings that you see there are constructed or adorned with Bath stone, that beautifully coloured, almost marbled stone that appears on the buildings.
Did you ever wonder why all the houses and buildings are the same colour? Why there is no coloured houses or odd buildings that have been redesigned or given a different character?
Well, now you know, it is abundantly clear that you are not allowed to change any of these factors of the buildings and these can even be seen on the deeds when buying a house there! A smart factoid for you!
Even the paving under your feet is full of beautifully toned stones... where can Bath go wrong!
But I'll leave that for you to decide...
Bath
So I went to Bath today...
If your looking for somewhere that has the old and the new, then look no further!
I can only describe it as a great historical journey diplayed throughout the beautiful highstreet, adorned with little bakeries, old sweet shops and ice cream parlours, quaint tea rooms, knick-knack shops and hand made crafts running through the centre.
...and to all of you who love your shopping sprees, DON'T PANIC! as behind the dutifully cultural exterior there is a complete highstreet filled with a modern and abstract shopping district full of your more well known Topshop/Topman, M&S, Tiger, All Saints and many more.
There is everything you could ask for at this ideal place, something for all generations of the family. So why not go to the park and old sweet shops with the kids, shop with your teenagers, explore the Roman Baths and Abbey for yourself and sample items in the shop, then top your day out with a trip to the nearest tea shop for your family elders!
If your looking for somewhere that has the old and the new, then look no further!
I can only describe it as a great historical journey diplayed throughout the beautiful highstreet, adorned with little bakeries, old sweet shops and ice cream parlours, quaint tea rooms, knick-knack shops and hand made crafts running through the centre.
...and to all of you who love your shopping sprees, DON'T PANIC! as behind the dutifully cultural exterior there is a complete highstreet filled with a modern and abstract shopping district full of your more well known Topshop/Topman, M&S, Tiger, All Saints and many more.
There is everything you could ask for at this ideal place, something for all generations of the family. So why not go to the park and old sweet shops with the kids, shop with your teenagers, explore the Roman Baths and Abbey for yourself and sample items in the shop, then top your day out with a trip to the nearest tea shop for your family elders!
Sunday, 21 August 2016
DON'T SLIP - BANANA SIGNS
I just had to share this with you all...
...BANANA wet floor SIGNS!
What a brilliant idea to get peoples attention!
How many of you will admit that you don't pay attention to signs in and around shops, I know I don't. We walk past these signs, not really paying attention to what they say, whether they be hazardous or not, we wouldn't know.
Well now they have brought this design of 'hazardous 'slip' signs' into shops, this one found at Haskins Graden Centre, Longham, in order to raise our attention to them and the hazard they are preventing.
What a great way! It definitely stopped me in my tracks and gave me a good laugh as well!
Tuesday, 2 August 2016
Dawlish: Home of the Black Swan
If there is nothing more than a little stroll around a charming and picturesque river that you fancy at the moment, then head on down to the beautiful setting of Dawlish, Devon.
Being home of the Black Swan is not all this quaint parade of shops and eateries has to offer. There is not only Gay's bakery that is famed for its extreme sized cakes and pies, but also ice cream galour that can be savoured and relished whilst strolling along or sitting beside the highly decorated riverbank, adorned with lights and bunting.
Perfect for that warm, sunny weekend or afternoon.
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