Courting Controversy
It’s funny returning to here after quite the break. I used to write SO MUCH, and then, well, I didn’t. I think sometimes I just used to post here …
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Off Menu
I’m obsessed with familiarity – I like the same foods, drinks, TV shows – I find comfort in routines and structure. Vicki is always keen to ‘mix things up’ …
All change please!
It feels like it’s been ages since I’ve written anything on here, and to be honest – it has been! I’m not sure why really, I loved firing my …
CBeebies Land at Alton Towers sees THREE new attractions opening in 2022
Alton Towers Resort have today released some ‘behind-the-scenes’ images of the brand-new attractions coming to CBeebies Land later this month. These attractions will be ready for younger adventurers to …
Testing out SmartBuyGlasses.co.uk
The nice people at SmartBuyGlasses got in touch with me and asked if I could write about their service in return for a pair of sunglasses of my choosing. …
A Fønix rising from the ashes at Farup Sommerland
The good folks at Fårup Sommerland got in touch today about a new rollercoaster rising from the forest floor ‘and the ashes of Corona’ – it’s called Fønix and …
How To Invisibly Mount a Sky Q Mini Box on your TV! (Or any set-top box!)
One of the most successful posts on this blog has been this one – in 4 years things have changed, and I thought I’d update the method. Whilst how …
Review – Glamp at The Priory
As an adult, I’ve never been a fan of camping – why stay in a tent, when you can go to a hotel? However, as I child, I flipping …
Alton Towers Scarefest 2020 IS Happening – Here are the UPDATED details..
Well, this IS some wonderful news – as I write this now – Alton Towers Scarefest 2020 IS going ahead and it’s looking pretty epic! Obviously, there will be …
Super Simple Katsu Curry
This super simple Katsu Curry is a regular on the Hakes family meal roster. With us being veggies, we quite often serve it with Quorn Crispy Nuggets – they …
Paneer, Tomato and Spinach Curry
This is a great curry. I really do love Paneer, and I’ve tried a few variations on a Paneer and Spinach Curry. This one is really great, the tomatoes …
Back to Reality (and back to the Five Bells)
With the easing of lockdown, it’s felt like life is slowly returning to reality. Our life at home has been pretty normal really, Vicki has had work each day, …
I’m not convinced COVID-19 is the problem…
Yesterday was an interesting day.. I’ve REALLY missed a bit of spontaneity since lockdown. You haven’t been able to pop out for Brunch or charge up to Alton Towers …
Can you help me?
I’m going to be entirely honest with you.. There’s not much money in Blogging and Vlogging, especially at my level. You might have seen some adverts on the blog, …
