After a lively weekend of dancing and socialising, followed by a few Cottage projects, we still managed to go skiing! But if you look closely at the photo, you’ll see it’s not in my usual habitat!  We sped away from project DIY on Sunday afternoon and arrived at a Hotel near Warrington in time for… Read more

Yesterday was a good day to be off the bikes and safely back at The Cottage as the temperature dropped and the a dusting of snow was put down on the mountain tops! Today though, things cleared up nicely and despite the very low temperatures, out of the wind, we hoped to find some warm… Read more

A long and comfy sleep, followed by a delightfully luxurious breakfast, turned out to be a fine way to start a day of cycle touring. Very much un-rushed and recommended! We checked out at the last possible moment and decided not to get back into the swimming pool, but instead get back on the road…… Read more

Our anniversary day! We were sure ready to get into the hotel spa, after a big day on the trail! All started off flat and easy, past Rhyl, which seemed to have been blasted by sand and weather. We had a quick race around the deserted concert arena before peddling on! Getting to Prestatyn was… Read more

It’s almost nineteen years since Clare and I got together. We always do something to mark the occasion, but as this one seemed like a really long time, we decided to have a night out in a nice hotel. And rather than just drive there, we thought we’d turn it into an adventure as well… Read more

A short hike with some students today to check out the seals off the coast the Little Orme.  I counted 62 on the beach and loads more in the water. It’s moulting season for them, so the beach at Angel Bay is closed off for a few months while they get their summer coats on.… Read more