Our stop over at Balham Lodge only lasted 2 nights but was enough to see that this is great place to stay in London.  It’s not far at all from Clapham, and the station is mere 5 mintues walk away.  The stunning Edwardian town house, where possible, has been restored to it’s former glory. The staff were all extremely helpful, doing their best to help you out.…

Recently Toad in the Hole has pretty much became the key to my heart, and Clifton Sausage won me over fair and square. The choice of sausage was incredible, something for everyone, and the mash (spring onions included) was perfection.  I can’t put into words how good the onion gravy was either!  This surely was heaven in food form. Our waitress was fantastic, helping us with what…

The other half and myself went to the Paralympics on Sunday to see the 7 a side football and we were overwhelmed by the talent the players had. The view we had over the park was also quite impressive!…

As their website suggests The Cowshed came about because there seemed to be a gap in the Bristol market for a restaurant that served good, simple, British food, in a relaxed environment, particularly one that put an emphasis on quality local produce.  The owner Adam Denton has always been passionate about and after much research, location hunting and a complete new refurbishment, The Cowshed was born.…

  So whilst in Bristol we took a little walk to the zoo, and we had such a great day!  Here are some of the images I took whilst there, look out for the babies!                      …

Number 38 Clifton, Bristol, is such a dream, hidden behind this stunning exterior along Upper Belgrave Road which is a sort walk away from everything you could ever need!  The staff were out of this world, some of the best I have ever experienced whilst out on my travels, and the rooms were incredible. Admittedly we were lucky enough to stay in the stunning suite pictured above, but all rooms…

If you’re looking for luxury a few minutes walk away from the City, then South Place Hotel would be the place for you, whether it’s a meal to leave you so full up you need to roll home, or a comfy king size bed to rest your head after a busy days work. Having only opened its door yesterday, Monday 3rd September, South Place Hotel…

Eight Fears: Spiders: seriously why do they need to be so gross and hairy. Snakes: their tongues freak me out! Spiral Stair Cases: getting dizzy whilst walking up/down stairs is just dangerous! Heights: weak knees ahoy! Pregnant Women: tiny humans growing inside someone… too weird! Bare Feet: toes, and toe nails, just gross.  Breaking my Nose: it’s my favourite feature!  Being Obese: I eat enough for…