Day One: arriving The drive from Calais had been surprisingly smooth—just over four hours of rolling countryside, quiet motorways. As we turned off the motorway and onto the final stretch, we were hit by a bit of what I expected counted as the local rush hour traffic. I felt a gentle sense of relief wash over… Continue reading A Week in Lusigny-sur-Barse: Cycling, History, and Lakeside Adventures at Lac d’Orient
Author: Richard Cole
I have spent most of the last decade out on adventures with my kids, ranging from introducing them to wild camping and cycle camping to a 14 day trek along Langtang and Helembu treks as part of a longer trip to Nepal as a family. Along with a number of personal trips. My blog covers some of the highlights
Revisiting the Bristol Triangle: A Journey Through Time and Trails
Nearly 15 years ago, I found myself stepping onto the platform at Bristol Temple Meads, my mind buzzing with anticipation for my first proper software service delivery project at a customer site. As a young professional, the prospect of weekdays away from home was both exciting and daunting. However, one thing quickly became clear: I… Continue reading Revisiting the Bristol Triangle: A Journey Through Time and Trails
Exploring the Sheffield Round Walk: A Journey Through Nature and History
I love nothing more than exploring the outdoors with friends and family, so I jumped at the chance to get out on a new trail with my son. The Sheffield Round Walk provides the perfect setting. This 15-mile loop transitions from urban landscapes to rural serenity, showcasing Sheffield’s natural beauty and rich history. The beauty… Continue reading Exploring the Sheffield Round Walk: A Journey Through Nature and History
Exploring the Peak District with Stagecoach Peak Sightseer: Updated Routes and New Adventures
This year, the Stagecoach Peak Sightseer has revised and expanded its routes, offering even more opportunities to explore the beautiful Peak District. My daughter and I recently spent a delightful day experiencing the updated service. If you love open-top buses, breathtaking views, charming cafes, historic castles, and delicious ice cream, join us as we share… Continue reading Exploring the Peak District with Stagecoach Peak Sightseer: Updated Routes and New Adventures
Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon 2024 Bedafell Class
The 2024 Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon was calling, and we were set to tackle the Bedafell class, a parent-child adventure through the stunning fells around Haweswater. Our journey was punctuated by the usual traffic delays, but a short break midway gave us a much-needed pause. Despite the hold-ups, we arrived in good time to get… Continue reading Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon 2024 Bedafell Class
A Weekend Immersed in Nature: Exploring RSPB St Aidan’s and Bempton Cliffs
This weekend headed off on Saturday morning for a day out with our local RSPB group to venture into the nature of RSPB St Aidan’s. Although this day I we had decided to extend our trip to Sunday to visit one of our favorite nature reserves: RSPB Bempton Cliffs. This weekend trip turned out to… Continue reading A Weekend Immersed in Nature: Exploring RSPB St Aidan’s and Bempton Cliffs
Rediscovering Microadventures: June – A Year Later in the Peak District
After a break from my 12 months of microadventures due to a busy schedule, it felt like the perfect time to pick up where I left off. With my trusty OMM mat, PHD sleeping bag, Terra Nova Jupiter Lite, and a change of clothes for the work event, I set off after the school drop-off… Continue reading Rediscovering Microadventures: June – A Year Later in the Peak District
A Day at Bloxham School Founderstide: Reminiscence and Reflection
Nearly 30 years after leaving Bloxham School, and with my quest to obtain a copy of the Norway expedition video footage reconnecting me to some of my old teachers who were still teaching at the school, I decided it was time to revisit the school. In particular, I wanted to run some of the old… Continue reading A Day at Bloxham School Founderstide: Reminiscence and Reflection
Annual Weekend Cycle Camping Adventure with the Kids: Exploring the Five Pits Trail and Silverhill Trail
The time had come for our annual cycle camping trip. We have been going on this annual trip ever since my daughter was able to sit in a bike seat. Over the past decade, every year we have been away for a weekend of cycle camping. Most recently, we have visited various locations in the… Continue reading Annual Weekend Cycle Camping Adventure with the Kids: Exploring the Five Pits Trail and Silverhill Trail
First Wild Camping with CampWild.uk: Embracing Nature and Solitude
For me, the allure of wild camping lies in its promise of adventure, solitude, and a deep connection with nature. My recent experience with our first wild camping trip with https://www.campwild.uk perfectly encapsulated these elements. Our destination was described on their website as the perfect blend of wild and accessible. The directions were detailed, and… Continue reading First Wild Camping with CampWild.uk: Embracing Nature and Solitude