Over the last few years staycations have become more popular than ever and an abundance of self-catering accommodation has popped up all over the UK, providing comfortable and quirky stays in everything from pre-erected off-grid canvas bell tents complete with a comfy real bed, through to fully heated and powered luxury en suite cabins with…
What I tested CimAlp Winter Thermal Touchscreen Gloves (size medium) £19.95 Buy them here Features Brushed interior for warmth and softness Conductive fingers so that you can use your phone while wearing your gloves Stretch wrists for the perfect fit Sizes small to XL available Conductive thumb pad The verdict I’ve been after a pair of gloves…
We’d never been stand-up paddle boarding before but had always wanted to, mainly because we fancied something a little less strenuous than surfing! Named after the river, Exe Adventures, the adventure specialists are South Devon’s top mobile adventure and training centre established and managed by incredible tutor Sam. They pick up parties, or individuals from…
Where did we go? Cofton holiday park Cofton Lane South Devon Dawlish EX6 8RP Tel: 01626 890111 Prices: from £320 for a weekend stay in a luxury caravan Website: coftonholidays.co.uk What did we think? Cofton holiday park is located in South Devon along the historic coast of Dawlish, known for its Jurassic past and excellent…
Circular walk Start & End Point: Wheelock, Cheshire, CW11 3RD Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.76Km Time Taken: approximately 1 hour 20 minutes Elevation: n/a Uphill: 0/5 Technicality: 0/5 Scenery rating: 2/5 Walk Summary This is an easy flat walk along the Trent & Mersey canal towpath, walking from Wheelock past Malkins Bank and then back…
2017 has proved to be another amazing year, but one that came very close to ending in tradegy after my mum was left fighting for her life. With a long term relationship ending, and a new one beginning, it’s been a year of change, but of positive change. I’ve spent a lot of time outdoors…
Let’s face it, January can be a pretty tough month to get through. With all the fun and excitement of Christmas long gone, the first gloomy month of the year can seem never-ending. But don’t fear. Here at Camping with Style we’ve been busy planning adventures and finding fun things to fill the new year…
What We Tested Keen Big Kid’s Hikeport Mid Waterproof boots in dress blue/fiery red £59.99 buy them here Technical Features Waterproof leather and textile upper Cleansport NXT™ for natural odour control Breathable mesh lining Non-marking rubber outsole and padded tongue Removable metatomical EVA moulded footbed Bungee laces Secure fit lace capture system Waterproof breathable membrane…
During a weekend which saw much the UK blanketed in snow, we headed up to Leyland in Lancashire for a weekend break, and found ourselves completely by chance in an area that was almost totally free of snow. Looking back from the top lock, towards Wheelton Boat Yard Lock 59 in Wheelton, one of a…
The rear of the Caretaker’s Cottage Where did we go? Tŷ’r Gofalwr (Caretaker’s Cottage) Llanwrst Conwy Snowdonia Wales Our stay 17th – 20th November 2017 £326 booked through Under the Thatch Need to know The cottage comfortably sleeps 4 in two large double bedrooms Modern downstairs bathroom and large spacious kitchen Wood burning stove in…
A lighthouse on Llanddwyn Island On the same weekend in November that we did the Aber Falls circular walk in North Wales, we also spent an enjoyable day in Angelsey, taking in Newborough Warren Nature Reserve and Llanddwyn Island. Conifer plantation fringing the long stretch of beach at Newborough Warren Newborough Warren is a vast…
What I tested CimAlp Men’s Hoggar Technical Walking Trousers £99.90 Buy them here Technical features 6cm shorter leg version of the Hoggar men’s trousers Unparalleled freedom of movement for maximum protection Half-elastic waistband with adjustable loops, raised at the back for excellent kidney protection Preformed knees for ease of movement Hyper-comfortable stretch Breathable and waterproof…