Autumn, the coziest season of them all, brings to mind fallen leaves, vibrant orange pumpkins, steaming hot chocolate, and the comforting scent of bonfires blended with the sweetness of marshmallows. Who wouldn’t love the crisp days of autumn and the excitement of visiting a pumpkin patch? My appreciation for this colorful season soared after moving…
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Nestled amidst the enchanting English countryside, Strawberry Field in Horsham beckons travelers and families to a delightful adventure. Just a short drive from London and a stone’s throw from Crawley, this charming destination offers a day filled with vibrant strawberry-picking, the laughter of children, and the sweet scent of ripe berries. Join us on our…
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June is the month of peonies, flowers I absolutely love! The remarkable beauty of these exquisite flowers, found in abundance at the captivating Little Budds Peony Farm, has truly captured my admiration. It was on my wedding day when I first experienced their undeniable charm, as my friend, a professional floral wedding stylist, presented me…
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Soft and smooth sand as far as the eye can see, unmistakable sand dunes and enticing wide beaches – this describes a famous location in East Sussex: Camber Sands. The beaches and dunes at Camber are a perfect place for a family day out with children, but also for dog walkers who love to travel…
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It’s been many weeks since I last wrote a post on this blog. Summer slipped past and now I am looking at the last of the leaves before they leave the trees completely bare. It’s November, a chilly and drizzly autumn day, which has its own unmistakable charm. Why did it all run away so…
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One of our favourite places in England, where we return very often, is East Cliff and Warren Country Park in Folkestone, Kent. The charming little Warren beach is surrounded by beautiful coastal vegetation, through which a narrow path winds and from where you get a spectacular view of the sea and one of the three…
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Who hasn’t spent long winter evenings snuggled under a blanket at home, watching a favourite TV show or reading a good book? The latest winter evenings for me were occupied with reading a magazine called Juno. I always look forward to a new issue, as it reminds me that a new season is coming. The…
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Whenever I see my friends sharing amazing photos of snowy mountains in the shining sun, I feel like getting in a car and driving straight there! For me, the autumn and winter in England merge into one long period that I nickname ‘Muddy and Moody’ – all those grey, rainy days merging so that one…
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When it comes to Christmas there are A LOT of events and cultural programmes to enjoy with your family. Unfortunately, of course, this season is quite different, for all of us. During December, we had some free days and we wanted to explore some nice places in Kent, as it is very close to our…
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Since the start of the second lockdown in the UK we have been increasingly on the lookout for nature spots and living in the countryside has definitely more options than living in big cities. We are incredibly lucky that right on the doorstep we have the outstanding natural beauty of the Ashdown Forest. Although it…
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