A bar hop down memory lane and dog-sitting capers
At last, the British summer has arrived. And it looks like it’s making up for lost time. A gift from the Sahara has sent…
England
Country walks, great food and two lovely dogs
It’s almost worrying how easily we’ve settled back in here in the UK. We were here less a year ago, which makes it easier,…
A special dinner, a special lunch and London the long way
This will be our last Weekly Edition from Sydney for a little while – we’re swapping the southern hemisphere winter for the European summer!…
Exploring the home of history and romance – Blenheim Palace, Woodstock
For 300 years, Blenheim Palace on the eastern edge of the Cotswolds, has seen iconic moments in British history come to life – not…
Beyond London: the best Medieval village in England – Lavenham, Suffolk
With its crooked Tudor houses leaning into its little high street and a heritage dating back to William the Conqueror, Lavenham, Suffolk is Britain’s…
Where to eat in the English countryside – Sudbury, Suffolk
England doesn’t have a good-food reputation, but hidden in the rough are some food gems. In the beautiful English countryside of Suffolk, the market…
How not to explore London in the rain
London has a reputation for being rainy and cold. In fact, the city rarely experiences proper downpours – drizzle, yes, but not a deluge….
English country charm, Blenheim Palace elegance and a very early Christmas
Isn’t travel interesting? No matter how long you’re away for – the structure is always the same. Whether it’s a week, a year or…
Which is older – St Albans or London?
Of course, everyone’s heard of London, but not everyone knows St Albans. It’s a beautiful historic town just north of London, and in this…
A Norfolk beach, a Suffolk snack, a Sussex catch-up and an Essex birthday bash
One thing we love about travelling around the UK – apart from seeing family and friends – is seeing the different counties. Each one…