I always have a lot of questions about accommodati I always have a lot of questions about accommodation when we stay anywhere as a family so I thought I’d share this little tour of our room at @windjammerlanding which was a pretty perfect place to stay.

It’s the ‘Ocean View Two Bedroom’ which was like a little house, with an upstairs and downstairs, built into the hillside. Both rooms had outdoor space and their own shower rooms. Such a great option for a family.
A little photo dump from our holiday in St Lucia. A little photo dump from our holiday in St Lucia. We’ve been back a few days now but still miss the heat, the food, the pool, the constant sounds of wildlife and the lovely people. It was such a great holiday and I’m sure we’ll be back one day.
And just like that, Athena is 12! What a joy it is And just like that, Athena is 12! What a joy it is watching her grow and what a wonderful young woman she is becoming. We could not be more proud. Love you Pickle, have a great birthday.
We’ve just got back from two glorious weeks in S We’ve just got back from two glorious weeks in St Lucia staying at @windjammerlanding and it was just the holiday we needed. Two weeks of sunshine and relaxation in what must be one of the most beautiful islands in the world. 

We can’t wait to go back again in the future. Here’s just a little snippet of our trip.
AD - Press Tickets | We had such a nice day at @na AD - Press Tickets | We had such a nice day at @national_motor_museum despite the rain! The children loved the Little Beaulieu play area and we loved exploring the National Motor Museum and Top Gear exhibit before having a ride on the monorail! We went on an old open topped bus, explored the Beaulieu Manor House and loved the gardens. 
Beaulieu is always a great day out - whatever the weather. This summer they have a whole ‘Summer of Fun’ planned, with activities most days - parades, bird shows and hundreds of sculptures within the grounds too. If you’re looking for a day out this summer definitely think about heading to Beaulieu.
AD - Press Tickets | Tonight we took the kids to t AD - Press Tickets | Tonight we took the kids to their first concert - but it was so much more than just a concert! @abbavoyage is incredible. With CGI ABBA and a live band, it’s like being at an ABBA concert 40 years ago but with modern lighting, effects and sound. ABBA look and sound real, it’s a mind blowing experience.
The set includes all the songs you know and love as well as a few less familiar ones.
You can’t take photos during the show which actually made a refreshing change. A whole arena focused purely on the show and soaking up the moment. It’s definitely something the four of us will always remember.
Now, I’m off to sing Dancing Queen all the way home.
AD - Press Trip | We had such a great day at @phdo AD - Press Trip | We had such a great day at @phdockyard today. They have a fantastic Ultimate Explorer ticket that lets you visit all the attractions as many times as you like for 12 months - and after a day at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard we can see that you need more than one day to really do everything!

We explored HMS Warrior, HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Exhibition - which is incredible! We also saw where ships are built and restored and spent time in Action Stations where the kids climbed and did an assault course.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is such a fun, educational day out with something for all ages - we can’t wait to go on their harbour tours next time we visit!
AD | WIN!! Would you love to win a holiday? To cel AD | WIN!! Would you love to win a holiday? To celebrate #100YearOfARoads National Highways have launched their #ARoadsToSummer competition! It's all about celebrating summer holiday moments, time together, fun in the sun, days out and more.

So why not be in it to win it? To enter, all you have to do is send @nationalhways a DM on here with a photo or video of your favourite holiday moments. You can also comment on their Facebook or Twitter #ARoadsToSummer posts with your holiday photos. I've shared a few of our favourite photos to give you some inspiration.

The best six entries will each win a £500 @nationaltrust holidays voucher! SO what are you waiting for? Dig out your favourite holiday photos or take some new ones to share!

The #ARoadsToSummer competition runs from 24 July to 10 September 2023. Winners will be announced in September 2023.

Good luck!
Oh these two! Every day I feel lucky to have them. Oh these two! Every day I feel lucky to have them. As school draws to a close at lunchtime, I’m looking forward to a whole summer with them. My favourite people.

They’ve both had a great year at school this year. Troy’s first without his sister by his side and Athena’s first at secondary school. 

They both had great reports, always did their best and have made some really lovely new friends this year. I could not be more proud of them.

Now, let’s go and enjoy the next six weeks before school starts all over again!
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Holidays & Accomodation, Reviews, Travel · August 4, 2015

Lorne House in Box, Bath, Wiltshire Review

Disclosure: We were invited on this break for the purpose of this review however all opinions are my own.

Dave and I have never stayed in a Bed and Breakfast before but when we were invited to Lorne House, on London Road, Box just outside of Bath in Wiltshire we thought it would be a great opportunity to see what a B&B had to offer.

Review: Lorne House Bed and Breakfast - Bath, Wiltshire
Review: Lorne House

What is Lorne House?

Lorne House is a beautiful historic building – it’s the childhood home of the Thomas the Tank Engine author – and it’s well situated and easy to find. It also has ample off street parking and an immediately welcoming atmosphere.

Review: Lorne House

What was our family room at Lorne House like?

We’d requested a family room with a single bed for LP and a travel cot for Little Man and couldn’t have been more impressed with the room – it was beautiful and a lot nicer than many hotels we have stayed in. The bathroom had not only a really big bath but a wet room style shower too and complimentary toiletries.

Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House

The main bedroom had TV with freeview, a DVD player, free wifi and many books for both us and the children as well as a beautifully stocked tea and coffee station. It couldn’t have been better!

Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House

Lorne House didn’t have a huge amount of communal space but the space it did have was lovely – a veranda/balcony with ample seating and an enclosed garden that the children loved exploring. There was also the dining room that you were able to use in the evening by request.

Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House

We were given keys to come and go as we please and the whole of Lorne House had a really lovely, homely atmosphere to it but with beautiful furnishings and lots of ways to help you make the most of your stay – tourist information, DVDs to borrow etc. We got the impression that they would do their best to help with any request.

Review: Lorne House

What was breakfast like at Lorne House?

Breakfast was perfect. With a great selection of cereals, fruit and cakes as well as any combination of cooked breakfast too and unlimited teas, coffee, toast and anything else you needed. They had highchairs and children’s crockery and cutlery too.

Review: Lorne House
Review: Lorne House

Lorne House was a beautiful place to stay and it was a shame to go home after just one night. We all slept really well and had a wonderful breakfast. The only small thing that I could improve our stay would have been if bed guards were supplied but it was easy enough to bring our own.

If you’re looking for a good base to explore Bath and the surrounding areas then Lorne House would be perfect. As a first Bed and Breakfast to stay in it has put the bar quite high for our future nights away!

Lorne House - Bath, Wiltshire Review

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Comments

  1. Lindsay @ Newcastle Family Life says

    August 5, 2015 at 10:23 pm

    I have never stayed in a B&B before either and this is nothing at all like what I expected a one to be like! It looks really nice and the room looks nicer then some hotel rooms. xx

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  2. Sarah says

    August 6, 2015 at 11:04 am

    Wow, this place looks lovely. It’s good that they were able to cater for the kids as well – family rooms aren’t always easy to come by.

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  3. A Cornish Mum says

    August 6, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    This looks like such a stunning place, I’m not sure I’d want to leave if we ever stayed there! I’ve not tried a B and B before, but certainly wouldn’t have expected anything like this.

    Stevie x

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