CURRENTLY LOVING | December 2025

I really enjoy pulling together my Currently Loving posts – little snapshots of the things bringing a smile to my face right now. This December’s edition isn’t a gift guide (though it might spark ideas if you’re still hunting for … Continued

HOT WEATHER HIKING WITH MAXINUTRITION HYDRATION TABLETS | Gear Review

This product from MaxiNutrition is a hydration helper that fits in your bag or glovebox, and earns its place in your post-hike or run ritual. Short review of a gifted item (not an advertorial). This summer in the UK has … Continued

WEEKLY BLOG EPISODE 167 | A PYRAMID IN THE UK?

In this weekly blog episode: Running plan complete. The Northern Lights. A pyramid in the UK. Eating out in Cheltenham and Gloucester. Viennese Whirls. The Secrets of Flowers. Good morning and thanks for coming to Splodz Blogz to read my … Continued

CURRENTLY LOVING | SEPTEMBER 2024

Welcome back to my regular Currently Loving feature, where I get to share all the little (and big) things that are bringing me joy right now. From my latest favourite finds to those everyday moments that make life a bit … Continued

WEEKLY BLOG EPISODE 158 | SUMMER IS HERE

In this weekly blog episode: recovering from a bulged disc and sciatica, summer solstice, a ship graveyard, and a fancy summer duvet. It’s been a couple of weeks since I wrote a proper weekly blog, so you know what that … Continued

LET THE OLYMPICS INSPIRE YOUR ONE HOUR OUTSIDE

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This article about how the Olympics can inspire your One Hour Outside this summer features my regular collaboration with adidas.  It’s nearly 14 years since I had the privilege of carrying the iconic Olympic torch on its journey to the … Continued

THREE SHORT HIKES IN MADEIRA

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Three short hikes in Madeira features my regular collaboration with adidas. Hiking in Madeira is like embarking on a journey into a fairy tale land. But while there are some big hikes – some really big hikes, there are also … Continued

WEEKLY BLOG EPISODE 136 | SPLODZ BLOGZ TURNS 14

Happy Birthday to Splodz Blogz!              Splodz Blogz, this little corner of the internet I call home, turned 14-years-old this week. That’s not a bad lifespan for a hobby blog! It feels like something I should acknowledge, so please forgive me … Continued