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The Sunset Steam Express - a round trip from Victoria to the Surrey Hills
A review of the Pullman class dining experience on the Sunset Steam Express from London Victoria to the Surrey Hills

Sarah
Jun 29, 20222 min read


London Mithraeum - a remarkable hidden temple in the City of London
A visit to one of London's more unusual destinations, the London Mithraeum, and a chance to see and feel Roman worship in the 3rd century.

Sarah
Apr 11, 20223 min read


Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, and wedding venue review
A review of a Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club for a small indoor wedding party. The suite, the food, the spa as well as co-ordination.

Sarah
Feb 20, 20225 min read


The Isle of Wight is alright!
Looking for a UK break? We explore the Isle of Wight and showcase walks, sightseeing, and fabulous seafood.

Sarah
Aug 15, 20214 min read


Whitby, the last leg of our road trip. In search of the Gothic, jet, gin, beer and seafood.
Whilst English hotels, restaurants, bars and pubs have been closed I haven't felt especially motivated to write a travel piece. But,...

Sarah
May 16, 20213 min read


Locked down in the Cronx (not the brewery!)
When in lockdown what do you do? You explore the local area. This posts covers our walks in the south of Croydon; nature and history.

Sarah
Jan 9, 20213 min read


Scottish Road Trip final days - Speyside, whisky and Pictish stones.
Our road trip continues to Speyside where whisky is sampled, bridges admired, and Pictish stones gazed upon.

Sarah
Nov 14, 20204 min read


Scottish Road Trip Nights 5,6 and 7: The Outer Hebrides; Standing Stones, Beaches, and Gin.
Our road trip around the Outer Hebrides taking in standing stones galore, stunning beaches, a Shieling, a cairn, whale bones, and gin.

Sarah
Oct 27, 20207 min read


Scottish Road Trip Nights 3 and 4: Loch Ness, and a trip back in time on The Jacobite
A stay at foodies heaven on Loch Ness and a trip on the Jacobite steam train.

Sarah
Oct 12, 20203 min read


Road Trip to Scotland Day 2 – Edinburgh bound
Leaving Northumberland for Scotland we stop at Traquair House, enjoy the scenery and arrive in Edinburgh for some whistlestop sightseeing.

Sarah
Oct 4, 20204 min read


Road Trip: South London to Scotland – Day 1 Stamford, Lincolnshire and Corbridge, Northumberland
South London to Scotland; this post recommends where to stop for lunch, where to stay in Northumberland, and travels back to Roman times.

Sarah
Sep 26, 20204 min read
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