Exploring and learning while out on outdoor adventures.
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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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 …
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This weekend marked the first camping trip of the year with both kids, an excellent opportunity for a “shakedown” test of our camping gear before more adventures later this summer. Stay tuned for more updates! Our adventure began with a bus ride to the Robin Hood Inn car park, followed by a picturesque walk along …
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