autumn, Baking with Lucy, Countryside, hygge, life

Things to do in November

November is well and truly bringing frosty mornings and wintery feels. It's time to get the log baskets out, the fires on and copious amounts of hot chocolate made! As we all know November is famous in the United Kingdom for its celebrations on the 5th which usually include fireworks, a bonfire and sparklers. Whilst… Continue reading Things to do in November

Countryside, Fashion

Countryside jackets and blazers: my latest addition

Hi everyone, since my last blog and post on my trip to Ettington Park for my birthday I’ve had lots of questions on Instagram about my beautiful blazer worn / seen in most of my photos. With that in mind, I thought I’d write a blog on blazers and my new jacket since I’m such… Continue reading Countryside jackets and blazers: my latest addition

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Long weekends and Birthday picnics

Hello everyone, how are you all? It's been a busy few months for me so last weekend was a welcome break from the craziness of day to day life as we tootled off in our VW Beetle to celebrate my 29th birthday. This year we took a visit to the beautiful Ettington Park Hotel near… Continue reading Long weekends and Birthday picnics

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Elderflower Champagne

My recipe for elderflower champagne is a simple and easy one for any and all to follow - though I do warn you, it won’t last long once it’s ready to drink and you’ll be wishing you made more! For the recipe you will need... 6 Elderflower heads1TBSP of Apple Cider Vinegar1 pint hot water… Continue reading Elderflower Champagne

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Wiltshire Wildlife – An Instagram takeover

The countryside is a beautiful and unique place and we’re extremely fortunate here in the UK to have some of the most diverse and beautiful wildlife habitats on earth! Regardless of where we live or what we do there is always time to explore a nearby nature reserve, be it an early morning stroll before… Continue reading Wiltshire Wildlife – An Instagram takeover

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A new decade

Hello friends and Happy New Decade! I can hardly believe we're already well into the swing of January and Christmas seems like years away, when in actual fact it was three weeks! I have to say, given where Jon and I were a few years ago we are so pleased to be looking forward and… Continue reading A new decade