Both Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens in London are splendid places to spend time in and are very close to each other. There is a good selection of things to see here, and you can do a different walk daily, just like I did, and see something new. The birds, including seeing the majestic swans,…
A great day out in London to see lots of plants and excellent gardens.
Cannock Chase AONB is a stunning area of countryside in Staffordshire. It is a great place for hiking, mountain biking, birdwatching or a picnic.
Warwickshire is a great county for dog walks and hiking. This post is about the walk from Leamington Spa to Warwick. This walking route is reversible and just as delightful whichever way you choose to go. The route includes two town centres, a castle, two picturesque rivers, a canal aqueduct and oodles of wildlife. The…
In Warwickshire, south of Birmingham, is Henley-in-Arden, a picturesque place to visit. Henley-in-Arden is best known for its historic buildings. Some of these buildings date back to medieval times. The Warwickshire town has a wide variety of preserved architectural styles, so much so that they have classed the High Street as a conservation area. In…
A fantastic hike on the Warwickshire-Birmingham border.
Options for travelling from mainland Europe to the UK on a ferry with a dog as a foot passenger are limited. My preference is the Netherlands-to-Harwich service departing from Hook of Holland (Hoek van Holland). The other option is a crossing from Dieppe in France to Newhaven on the south coast of England. We had…
Visit Gloucester Cathedral where you can enjoy guided tours and learn some history or walk in the footsteps of Harry Potter in the Cloisters.
I like a few beers while travelling, especially trying local tipples. I enjoyed the Romanian beer options while travelling in Romania. Options range from popular mainstream beers to more specialist craft beers. There are also some very nice Romanian wines, especially the red wines. Many locals drink a plum-based spirit called ‘tuica’, which is not…
Places in the capital that are great to sit and relax or enjoy a nice tranquil walk.
A pleasant town on the south coast of Devon with great beaches and nice scenery.
Some excellent pet friendly eateries in the Czech capital.
Vrijthof Square is one of the main squares in Maastricht and a top place to visit in the city. The square is surrounded by historic buildings, restaurants, bars, trees and landmarks, including the Basilica of Saint Servatius, Saint Jan’s Church and the Hoofdwacht. It was quiet during my January visit, but I had already seen…
Constanta Casino is the jewel in the city’s crown and is very iconic. They built it in the Art nouveau style of architecture.
My North Face Vault backpack has been with me most days, and it has travelled many miles over the past 4 years. It is a sturdy, comfortable day bag suitable for everyday use. They advertise this as a 26-litre bag; I find it spacious and able to fit plenty in for a day’s walk. It…
My guide to the best walking routes I have done in the West Midlands
A fantastic museum to visit for those interested in Tudor history or the paranormal.
St Ives on the Cornwall coast is a stunning town with lots to see and do. It has great beaches, nice hiking routes and a hotbed of art.