Road trips (by car and motorbike) are my favourite way to travel, but am also not against getting on a plane for a city break, sunny getaway, or adventure experience. When I travel, I like to use it as an opportunity to see new views, try new things, and eat well.
I love visiting London. Which may sound a bit strange coming from a countryside and hiking loving outdoorsy person like me, but I really do enjoy a short break in the big smoke – it’s such a great place to … Continued
Over the last few months, the idea of using less single use plastic has become much more mainstream than it has been over recent years. We have people like Lizzie Car, the Meek Family, and of course, David Attenborough, to … Continued
It’s become something of an annual tradition for bloggers everywhere to provide their readers with ideas and suggestions for festive gift giving. And things are no different here on Splodz Blogz. It’s time for my customary gift guide for outdoor … Continued
I have been very fortunate to have lots of opportunities to explore Scotland over the years, by car, motorbike, train and on foot. I often say that Glencoe is my favourite place in the world, and I mean it, but … Continued
I love the water, especially the sea, and I love to swim, but I rarely get the opportunity these days to take a dip in the ocean. And I miss it. I remember spending my childhood holidays messing about on … Continued
Last year I had the pleasure of being introduced to the Shropshire town of Shrewsbury courtesy of a trip organised by Original Shrewsbury, the local tourist organisation. We squeezed in a huge amount of touristy activities in our 36 hours, … Continued
Oooo time for a new currently loving post here on the blog – a chance to celebrate the things I’m enjoying the most at the moment. As always I have a wide variety of things for you – taking you … Continued
My holidays come in varying types. Sometimes I will camp. This will involve a tent, a camp stove (or maybe just a pub), a communal ablutions block, and being outdoors for pretty much 24 hours a day. Sometimes I will … Continued
The problem with being an outdoors loving girl is that my outdoor gear cupboard wish list grows with every new activity I try or see others trying. I mean, I’m happy just to hike, and I have plenty of the … Continued
A couple of weeks ago I had my first Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour experience, when I watched the Red Films at Cheltenham Town Hall. I thoroughtly thoroughly enjoyed it and, naturally, and can totally understand why the film … Continued