A Guide to buying tyres and safety

June 1, 2022 in Lifestyle

When you’re driving along the road there is one part of your car which you are really relying on to get you from A to B in one piece; your tyres. Tyres are the vehicle’s only point of contact with the road which makes them very important for keeping you safe. The state of your car’s tyres can influence the health of your vehicle and potentially cause problems on the road if not taken care of professionally, so going to a…

How to Style a Flexible Family Garden Room

May 31, 2022 in Home & Garden

Garden rooms are becoming more and more popular as people want to expand their homes on the cheap. Much like the man shed or the she shed, the garden room offers a space that can be used for all kinds of different things. It can be an office or a playroom, a spare bedroom or the ideal space for a kid’s sleepover. With garden rooms now coming with lighting and heating as standard, you can do whatever you like! To…

The Orchard Theatre releases Calendar Girls inspired nude calendar

May 30, 2022 in Lifestyle, Reviews

To celebrate Calendar Girls the Musical coming to Dartford in March, staff, volunteers and even members of the theatre’s award-winning choir stripped off for this special photoshoot with photographer Fiona Bond. The calendar features pictures taken around the theatre starring the people who work at the venue each day, from the front of house staff to the backstage technical team. The group follow in the footsteps of the Rylstone and District Women’s Institute almost 20 years after the alternative calendar was first…

Choosing a rug for your flooring

May 29, 2022 in Home & Garden

If you were to visit my house you would notice that I have a lovely laminate grey wood flooring and no rugs, other than a rug which my mother made for me on her loom which is in our bedroom and a barrier rug at my front door to stop my dogs tracking mud throughout the house! I often consider getting something to add to the homely feel but fall short when deciding what sort of rug to get. I…

Review: Indian Street Food Cookery Class at Jenius Social

May 28, 2022 in Lifestyle

I admit that when it comes to cooking I am super lazy. If I can open a bag of salad and throw on some vegan protein then I am good to go. However, recently I have been trying to improve my skills and learn to be a bit more creative in the kitchen so when I was invited to take part in a cookery class at Jenius Social in London I was really excited! Based in Holloway, Jenius Social offer…

Tips For Getting A Good Nights Sleep

May 23, 2022 in Health

If there is one thing that we all need more of, it’s sleep! Just think about how often you hear people mention that they are feeling tired or achy, or how hard it is to get yourself out of bed in the morning. There are plenty of reasons to why you might not be getting enough sleep. This can include:  Feeling stressed or anxious Feeling overworked Being tense or unable to relax Feeling uncomfortable (springy mattress, broken bed frame) Your…

4 Amazing Benefits of A Social Media Detox

May 22, 2022 in Tech

The number of social media users is continuing to rise. While people typically spend at least one hour and 40 minutes a day looking at their favourite social media sites and applications, the true figure is most likely significantly higher. This illustrates how much time people waste when there are so many enjoyable things to do in the world. Spending so much time on social media can end up becoming an unhealthy habit, and people frequently notice they reach for…

Things to do on the Norfolk Broads Part 2

May 20, 2022 in Crafts, Travel

In my post Things to do on the Norfolk Broads Part 1, I told you about getting on the water, Horsey Water Pump, enjoying a day in Great Yarmouth and fishing on the Broads. In this second post of the series, I will give you some more fun ideas to keep you entertained whilst enjoying this beautiful part of the UK. Try out the pub grub There are many great pubs to visit on the Norfolk Broads and there are a…

Top tips for a stress-free camping trip

May 20, 2022 in Lifestyle

Every year my family and I go camping at least once, if not twice! It’s been going on for as long as I can remember. When I was young it was a chance to have adventures exploring the country and these days it’s more about trying to unplug from the modern world and spend a week just relaxing, reading books and pottering about the local market or shops. It always seems like there is a lot to consider when planning…

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