How to Get in the Mood for a Run

women and child running at parkrun

You may recall my previous post on How To Stay Motivated that Sometimes, there’s nothing better than getting out for a run. The sun’s shining, you’ve got bags of energy; what could be better? However, there are other days when it’s the last thing you’ll feel like doing. Here is a guest post with some … Read more

Saving Water in the Home

tap running water

Recently our water provider installed a Water Meter stating that we could carry on paying the way we are on a fixed rate that but in the near future everyone will be charged for the amount of water they use. After some research I discovered we are at risk of many, if not most, people … Read more

National Geographic™ STEM Dig Kits Review

National Geographic™ STEM Bug Dig Kit box outside

We have been asked to be ambassadors for the National Geographic™ STEM educational kits from Bandai, which are a range of experiment-based discoveries that will appeal to both boys and girls. I feel that STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) are really important for our children to learn about – but they can also … Read more

Creams Cafe Cheltenham Review

waffle with strawberries and bananas dripped in white chocolate and ice-cream

We were invited along to American style ice-cream parlour Creams Café at The Brewery Quarter Cheltenham. On the Menu at Creams Cheltenham They have on offer a mouth-watering range of tempting deserts and the option to create your own – including gelato, waffles, sundaes, cookies, cakes and crepes; plus a variety of milkshakes, freakshakes, soda … Read more

Mr Mulligan’s Lost World Golf Cheltenham Game and Dinner Review

ultra violet wall of tiger coming between two trees

In the heart of Cheltenham located in the Brewery Quarter you can find Mr Mulligan’s Lost World Golf. Mini Golf is a great leisure activity suitable for a variety of ages and so is perfect for families, couples, or groups (birthdays, corporate events – with a Corporate Function/Party room available). Mr Mulligan’s Lost World Golf … Read more

Ways to Encourage Reluctant Readers

Gruffalos reading

No-one would argue about whether reading is a valuable life skill. But reading can be about more than just knowing what the words are but more the meaning behind them. Being able to identify what the writer’s purpose was, and whether they are trying to persuade you for example, are other important aspects of reading … Read more

Gloucester Cathedral with Children

Gloucester Cathedral outside

If you are coming to Gloucestershire with children, or if you live here, then you may well want to take them to visit Gloucester Cathedral. It isn’t just a stuffy old building full of religion and history – it’s actually a lot of fun. PLUS it is the location for some of the filming of … Read more

Skipping School: Britain’s Invisible Kids

George Dowty Drive

Home Education has been in the media a lot lately due to the discussion of a potential new bill to more closely monitor children not at school being suggested. The reasons given for this are to ensure that children are provided with an appropriate education and are safe. Who could argue with that right? The … Read more