Bolton Castle in Wensleydale in the glorious Yorkshire Dales
When I was little, many years ago, we often used to visit Bolton Castle. For me it was a magical place, the stuff of stories, exciting, fearful, daring and I also think that is where I started with vertigo! We would scamper up the winding stones steps
Elizabeth Guy – Humble Pie Cookery Kitchen in Hawes
Some of you will know who I’m talking about and perhaps some may not but I wanted just to say a little bit about Elizabeth Guy Fawcett. Elizabeth used to vert successfully have Humble Pie Fawcett and Guy in Askrigg
Staying indoors and still having fun!
We’re into our third week now of lockdown, we're all in this together and thinking of things to pass the time fruitfully can be a bit challenging some days. Are we all getting a little bored with the usual puzzles?
In the Time of Quiet by Phillipa Atkin
Didn’t know whether it might be appropriate to post this now in the situation we find ourselves in and the time of year. A poem by Phillipa Atkin - In the Time of Quiet. Hope you enjoy reading and that you’re keeping well and safe.
Sunday 29th March 2020 in the Yorkshire Dales
I know you’ve probably heard it said before but, yes, what strange times we’re living in although looking from the house on Lower Back Nook in West Burton you would really not think anything different was going on in the world.
May Half Term Fun at Lightwater Valley Saturday 23rd – Sunday 31st May 2020
Information sent to us from the theme park but please note due to the outbreak of Covid-19 coronavirus do check on their website for openings before travelling.
May Bank Holiday Fun at Lightwater Valley Friday 8th – Sunday 10th May 2020
With over 30 rides and attractions, Lightwater Valley offers families an amazing value day out in Yorkshire. Visitors can brave the longest rollercoaster in Europe – The Ultimate, with a ride time approaching 6 minutes.
My back has gone into spasm so no walking!
Just over a month ago a very silly thing happened, I was bending down to pick up the vacuum cleaner and ping my back goes into spasm, didn’t even reach the thing in question! Anyone who has experienced this, and I think I’m one of many, will understand the excruciating pain and total immobility, for a while at least!
Easter Fun at Lightwater Valley Saturday 4th – Sunday 19th April 2020
The theme park will be opening this Easter Holidays from Saturday 4th – Sunday 19th April for a fortnight full of fun for all the family.
March in the glorious Yorkshire Dales
There's always lots going on around the dales and this March there is plenty to see and do, just a few ideas below.
