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…
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…
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…
Circular walk, Aber Falls Start & End Point: Abergwyngregyn, Llanfairfechan LL33 0LP Distance: approximately 4.6 miles / 7.42Km Time Taken: approximately 3 hours Elevation: 320 metres Uphill: 1/5 Technicality: 0/5 Scenery rating: 4/5 Walk Summary This is an easy walk which you could do in about 2.5 hours. You’ll see two spectacular waterfalls, ancient woodland and…
What is it? The North Face Men’s Quest Jacket in Black £72.95 Buy it here Jacket features Lightweight Waterproof Lined hood Elasticated cuffs Zipped pockets Adjustable hood Mesh lined The verdict My dad needed a decent waterproof jacket, so when we were given the opportunity, he was the perfect person to test out The North…
We love the colder months and think that winter is one of the most beautiful times of year to get outdoors. Crisp, misty mornings and snow covered mountaintops make for an awe inspiring sight, and the change in seasons also brings a change of wildlife. From robins to deer, there’s plenty to spot whilst you’re…
Where did we stay? Wigwam® Holidays Ribble ValleyMoorgate FarmDinckleyBlackburnLancashireBB6 8AN www.wigwamholidays.com Need to know £75 per cabin per night for 2 people Discount when booking 5 nights or more Arrivals from 3pm departure by 10:30am Cabins all have heating, electricity, kitchen, bathroom, outdoor firepit and outdoor seating Cabins sleep up to 4 people Bedding and…
Do you wish you could focus more on the positives in your life? Do you yearn to feel more connected to nature, calmer and generally happier? These are the things I discovered during a year long quest to find improve my wellbeing.