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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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews · November 1, 2017

Packwood House {National Trust}

Whenever we meet faraway friends we pick somewhere outdoors, with space for the children to run around and explore and a cafe to have lunch. We found a new National Trust property that we hadn’t been to before. Packwood House was our latest stop off point – and the latest use of our National Trust membership!

Packwood House - National Trust

Packwood House is just outside of Birmingham and situated in such beautiful countryside. As soon as we came off the motorway it felt like we were in the middle of nowhere – and it was just so peaceful. With five children between us we decided not to venture into the actual house and instead we made the most of the nice weather outside.

Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust

Packwood House has so much forest and grounds to explore. It’s situated in a really nice area of parkland with so many walkways, paths through the trees and places to sit and rest a while.

Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust

The children absolutely loved walking through fields and playing in the forest. They built dens, swung on rope swings and climbed on anything that would hold them. They had a great time.

Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust

We had lunch in the restaurant which could have had more choice for children but LP and Little Man were happy with their sandwich boxes – a staple lunch when we visit National Trust!

Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust

We finished our day in the formal house gardens which were beautiful – with places to sit, hiding places for the children and so much to look at. I wish we’d had longer to spend there.

Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust
Packwood House - National Trust

Although we only spent about four hours at Packwood House I know that we would love to go back, play in the forest, build more dens and see inside the beautiful house. Packwood House has so much to offer whether you’re walking a dog, having a day out with family or just getting some fresh air. We had such a nice day and can’t wait to go back – it’s just a shame Packwood House is two hours from us!

Packwood House - National Trust

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  1. Emma T says

    November 1, 2017 at 10:40 am

    It’s a lovely place although I have to admit that we rarely explore out of the gardens and further afield when we go to National Trust properties.

    I think the choice at NT restaurants is quite lacking, unless you want cake or hot food. N is always happy with a lunch box, but I struggle to find sandwiches that aren’t overfussy, or have only 2 options. Last week I had cheese and pickle which is fine, but had to pick out sooo much pickle.

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  2. Plutonium Sox says

    November 1, 2017 at 1:31 pm

    Oh this looks beautiful! I’m such a big fan of National Trust properties. I love the photos of the children building dens, it’s brilliant how National Trust places leave sticks around for children to do this. Proper old-fashioned outdoor play.
    Nat.x

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