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 · February 26, 2016

Stirling Castle Review

Whilst we were in Scotland we wanted to visit a castle – as Scotland is full of them but we found it hard to find one that was open in February and that was in the right area for us to get to easily. In the end we decided on Stirling Castle and arranged to visit it with some lovely Scottish friends of ours.

Review: Stirling Castle

What were our first impressions of Stirling Castle?

Stirling Castle can be seen for miles around and is quite impressive as you drive up to it. It’s situated on a hill top and gives incredible views of what feels like the whole of Scotland below.

Review: Stirling Castle

The exterior of Stirling Castle has been beautifully restored and looked after to present it  as it would have been. It’s a lovely looking castle complete with cannons, cobbled walkways and tunnels.

Review: Stirling Castle
Review: Stirling Castle

Underneath the castle there were rooms with activities for the children and they all loved learning more about the castle and the lives of the people that lived through those ages.

Review: Stirling Castle

What is the inside of Stirling Castle like?

We were able to go into Stirling Castle and the rooms were vast and beautiful although they has been less sympathetically restored – instead painted to look how they would have been back in the times when the castle was built and inhabited. I always prefer a castle to look old and well used and preserved more than restored. This is the first castle that I have seen restored in such a way and really it took some of the appeal away for me.

Review: Stirling Castle

But the outside of the castle was lovely to look at and the children really enjoyed exploring. It was incredibly windy but we had a really nice time – and we’re glad we got to see at least one of Scotland’s castles!

Review: Stirling Castle

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  1. Monica Gilbert says

    February 26, 2016 at 2:11 pm

    I went to Stirling over a decade ago. I’d love to go back with my husband and daughter. Thank you for bringing back good memories!

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  2. Mary @ Over 40 and a Mum to One says

    February 26, 2016 at 8:50 pm

    This is on my list for a future visit to Scotland, looks like my kind of heaven.

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  3. A Cornish Mum says

    February 29, 2016 at 7:35 am

    What a beautiful building, I’m taking note of all your Scotland posts in case we do finally get on holiday way up there 😉

    Stevie x

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