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Top Tips for Supporting Your Dog During Fireworks Season
This time of year can bring anxiety to both people and their dogs. Fireworks seem to be everywhere—not just on Bonfire Night but the days and weekends surrounding it, along with New Year’s celebrations, weddings, and even unexpected bangs from rural crow scarers or urban car backfires. For dogs, especially those who are rescue or…
Read MoreTRAVEL JOURNAL – DAY ONE – CAMINO PYRENEES 2024
The one with the funny tongs, wild Camino chickens, and yoga with a view. 📍 Location: – St Jean to Orrison 🥾 Miles: – 5 miles uphill ⛑️ Health: Spirits are high, and everyone is in good shape. 🌦️ Weather: Ideal walking conditions—just like Goldilocks would like it! 🥘 Food: A big breakfast, no real…
Read More🌍 TRAVEL DAY – CAMINO PYRENEES 2024 🌄
What an early start! 😴 At 1:30 am, I was wide awake in my room at the Premier Inn at Stansted Airport – a full hour before I needed to get up! You know how it goes with early flights – too worried about oversleeping to sleep. A hot bath and some strong coffee helped…
Read MoreTRAIL JOURNAL – Day 3 – Conquering the Welsh Peaks
The morning began with a hearty breakfast at Dinorwig Lodge. I can’t recommend this place enough! 🍳 The food was top-notch, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure we were fuelled for the day’s adventure. ☕ After breakfast, Jim arrived to give us the day’s briefing. As much as we were hoping to…
Read MoreTRAVEL JOURNAL – DURDLE DOOR CIRCULAR TRAIL – DAY 3
The one with the iconic arch, ice cream delights, and a cheeky swim for some. 📍 Location: Durdle Door, Dorset 🥾 Miles: 4 miles 🌦️ Weather: Perfect walking weather, with the sun shining and a refreshing cool breeze to keep us comfortable. HIGHLIGHTS: 🍳 8:05 am – I arrive at Lulworth Cove and manage to park…
Read MoreTRAVEL JOURNAL – DINOSAUR FOOTPRINTS TRAIL
The one with the hedgehog, coffee with a view, and some large footprints. 📍 Location: Worth Matravers 🥾 Distance: 8.5 miles 🌦️ Weather: Perfect for walking—a bright, sunny day with a refreshing breeze. HIGHLIGHTS: 🚐 Early Start: Sid and I set off early, anticipating potential parking challenges in Worth Matravers. To my delight, we found…
Read MoreTRAVEL JOURNAL – LULWORTH COVE AND TYNEHAM TRAIL
The One with the Wet Knickers, the Land That Time Forgot, and Breathtaking Views 📍 Location: Lulworth Cove & Tyneham Village Loop 🥾 Miles: 11 miles 🌨️ Weather: A mix of mist, drenching rain, hail, and glorious sunshine—truly all seasons in one day! HIGHLIGHTS: 9:20 am – Poncho on, I’m ready to go! 🦸♀️ Nearly…
Read MoreTRAVEL JOURNAL – WINNIE THE POOH WEEKEND 2024
The one with the jeep rescue, childhood flashbacks, and a wobbly moment. 📍 LOCATION: – Ashdown Forest 🥾 MILES:- 12.5 ☀️ WEATHER: – Perfect walking weather—just right! 🚐 8:15 AM– I pulled into the little car park named “Pylon.” With so many car parks dotted along this road, I knew it might be tricky to…
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