UK Travel
Review Bankside Hotel Autograph Collection London
Bankside Hotel London review – Last weekend we spent a festive couple of days in London. Visiting the Christmas markets and trying out one of the many Christmas shows over Christmastime.
Glynn Barton Cottages – Family Farm Stay in Cornwall
Over the October half term the boys and I visited the beautiful Glynn Barton Cottages, a family-friendly farm stay in Cornwall. We always really enjoy a family
31 Essentials for your glamping packing list
Over the years, we have been glamping several times with boys. It is always a good holiday, enjoying the great outdoors, unplugging from the technological
Review Watercress Lodges & Campsite Ropley Alresford
Over the weekend we stayed in Ropley, which is a stone’s throw away from the Watercress Line in a safari tent. Part of the Watercress
Dino Snores at the Natural History Museum London
I am not sure how I found out about Dino Snores for kids at the Natural History Museum London. But I know as soon as
Glamping near Cheddar Gorge in Somerset – Warren Farm
Over the weekend we unplugged and headed to beautiful Cheddar Gorge to go glamping. We stayed at Warren Farm located in the Mendip Hills around a three-mile
UK DAYS OUT
Leeds Castle Christmas Lights 2023 – Everything you need to know
We always enjoy a Christmas light trail and have been fortunate to try a number of local ones in Sussex, Surrey and Kent. So we were delighted to try
Bedgebury at Christmas 2023 – Everything you need to know
Everything you need to know about Christmas at Bedgebury for 2023. Christmas light trails have grown in popularity in the last few years. And we
21 Lapland UK tips to make the most of your visit
At the weekend we visited Lapland UK for the fourth time. Only this time we visited with an almost teenager. Looking at the experience through
National Lobster Hatchery Padstow Review
The National Lobster Hatchery Padstow Review – Over half term, while we were staying near Bodmin we visited Padstow a couple of times during our stay. Once to
Glendurgan Garden Cornwall National Trust
Over half term the boys and I visited Cornwall staying at Glynn Barton Cottages. During our holiday we decided to visit Falmouth and National Trust Glendurgan Garden
A Guide to Crabbing in Padstow Cornwall
If you are a regular reader of Mudpie Fridays you will know that we love to go crabbing. In fact, I really struggle to get the
WORLDWIDE TRAVEL
12 of the best things to do in La Gacilly Brittany
When we picked up our Le Boat to navigate the Nantes-Brest canal we were told to make sure we visited La Gacilly in Brittany France. It was the last
Travel Guide – 10 Things to do in Josselin Brittany
Nestled in the heart of Brittany, Josselin is a charming small town with a rich history and beautiful scenery. During the last week of the
Canal Nante Brest – Planning Your Route
At the end of the Summer, we spent a week navigating the Vilaine River and Canal Nante Brest with Le Boat. Clocking up 37 engine
19 Practical Austria travel tips and things to know before you go
If you are planning a road trip to Austria as we did in the Summer, then here are some practical Austria travel tips and things to
The best things to do at the Hintertux Glacier in the Summer
The one thing that my husband wanted to do when we spent two weeks in Austria over the Summer was to go up the Hintertux Glacier.
Eating in a Cable Car at the Hintertux Glacier Austria
Eating in a Cable Car at the Hintertux Glacier. Part of the reason we chose to visit the Zillertal, in the Austrian Alps is because we
PARENTING & LIFESTYLE
5 of the Best Toys for Imaginative Play and Their Benefits
I have encouraged imaginative play and open-ended play with the boys since they were really young. Hunting out the best toys for imaginative play. However,
The Best Christmas Gifts For Eight-Year-Old Boys 2023
Christmas gifts for 8-year-old boys. I have pulled together some gifts below which are suitable for 8-year-old boys. Specifically finding educational toys that will build
30+ Christmas Gifts for Her
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The Best Christmas Gifts for Tween Boys 25+ Ideas
Christmas gifts for tween boys- Over 25 Ideas!. We have got to that age where Charlie would prefer money, gift cards or Robux instead of
New 3rd Generation Yoto Player For Kids Review + Yoto Discount Code
We have long been fans of Yoto. We have tried out both the Yoto Mini and the original Yoto Player Review several years ago. Harry in particular
Father’s Day 2023 – What it Means to Us
AD – This is a collaborative post in conjunction with Boots.com. Fathers Day is a special day dedicated to honouring fathers and celebrating fatherhood. It
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Welcome to Mudpie Fridays where I share our travels. Both here in the UK but also across Europe and further afield. My name is Clare and I am married with two mischievous boys, Charlie aged 9 and Harry who 5. Read along as we find hidden gems, pack as much holiday time in as possible while working a 9-5 and find amazing and unusual experiences. Proving travel can be fun, educational and hugely rewarding with kids. Grab a coffee and come and join us on our latest adventures.
