All review and collaboration posts on Splodz Blogz are written from my real-life experience, and include my personal thoughts and opinions. Whether a review is gifted, sponsored, or just to share something I’ve bought, all posts are themed around having mini and everyday adventures and making the most of life.
If you’ve ever watched cross‑country skiing at the Olympics, you’d be forgiven for thinking the dress code is either the thinnest skin‑tight Lycra or full alpine‑skiing armour. On one end of the spectrum, you’ve got athletes racing in aerodynamic suits … Continued
There’s joy to be found in noticing the little things that make life better. The small, steady comforts and curiosities that weave themselves into the everyday. The objects that earn their keep, the experiences that leave a little glow, the … Continued
My latest currently loving favourites: ten things that are adding colour, comfort and connection to my winter. It’s time for another one of my semi-regular Currently Loving post, in which I gather a mix of things that have been quietly … Continued
Sharing my latest currently loving favourites: ten things that are adding colour, comfort and connection to my winter. There’s something nice about pausing to notice what’s bringing a little joy into life right now. And that’s what my regular currently … Continued
Illuminate at The Blue Pool is a magical after‑dark winter wander filled with colour, wonder and woodland light, perfect for a joyful One Hour Outside. There’s a particular kind of magic that happens when you make an effort to step … Continued
My final Quirky Stay of 2025 – at the Helipod – two cosy November nights glamping inside a grounded helicopter on the Lincolnshire coast. Over the past year, I’ve been chasing down Quirky Stays, places that turn a night away … Continued
There are gifts you unwrap and place on a shelf, and then there are gifts that ask you to step outside, breathe deep, and plunge into something very cold… Fellside Sauna on Derwentwater was the latter; a birthday present … Continued
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
This post featuring eight woodland walks in the Cotswolds features my regular collaboration with adidas. There’s something quietly magical about walking through woodland in autumn. The colours shift from golden to russet to deep bronze, leaves crunch (or squelch…) underfoot, … Continued
A review of the KEEN Zionic NXT hiking boots featuring three short hikes. These were gifted for review purposes, but this is not a sponsored post. I’ve always had a soft spot for KEEN. They make the kind of gear … Continued