When I was a child, I remember going to the old outdoor pool at Stanborough Lakes with my dad and younger brother. Sadly it shut down, I think after a safety incident if I recall correctly, and never reopened. So, needless to say, the brand new Splashlands water splash park (at Stanborough Park, Welwyn Garden … Read more
If you’ve lived in St Albans long enough, you come to know a thing or two about potholes. It is no secret that the Hertfordshire city seems to have had more than its fair share of the things. Whether you drive or cycle, you’ll probably either have fallen victim to one of these vehicular menaces … Read more
Recently, I was invited over to visit a SEH BAC double glazing showroom in Great Amwell. Incase you are unfamiliar with this company; SEH BAC specialise in bespoke home improvements including conservatories, windows, glazing and doors. They are a proudly multi-award winning company who have been operating for over 45 years. SEH BAC covers London … Read more
There are only a few days to go now until Sustainable St Albans Week 2018, so I want to share with you some of the fab things that will be going on! If you are local, then pop along to some of the events to learn more about eco living and show your support. And … Read more
One of the free places we have visited a couple of times recently over summer is Aylett Nurseries in St Albans, Hertfordshire. It is good for kids; sometimes they have activities and events specifically for children, and generally is family friendly. At the moment, they currently have a butterfly corner but you will have to hurry – it closes … Read more
I am so excited to have the lovely Kerry of Discovery bubbas as my very first guest on this new series! Here she is, talking to us about being an ‘outside of the box’ thinker, her love of outdoors, and her future hopes… Welcome Kerry, and thanks for being my first guest 🙂 Tell me about yourself! … Read more
Are you trying to find festive things to do with the kids that will get you all into that Christmas spirit? Here are five places to visit in Herts for some family fun that will leave you feeling wonderfully festive… 1. Willows Farm Santa Spectacular We go to this Santa Spectacular event every year and it’s a … Read more
Santa Spectacular Willows Activity Farm is a great day out at any time of year. But Squiggle particularly loves their festive event Santa Spectacular, which runs daily from the last week of November until Christmas eve. There are a variety of seasonal activities on offer, such as ice skating, writing a letter to Santa, Festive Wood Ride, … Read more
Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground at Willows Farm in St Albans, Hertfordshire is a million pound plus development based on the famous Beatrix Potter characters and CBeebies animated series. It opened its doors in April 2016, the year that marks the 150th anniversary of author Beatrix Potter, who has captured our hearts and imaginations for over 100 … Read more