There was just enough time to say goodbye to the local vista and a quick trip to the garage, before setting off again on some more travels. Will an array of the now required documents and print offs, we soon found ourselves boarding a ferry. It all felt so novel! There was plenty of room Read more

In between expeditions or trips, there is always a certain amount of admin and organisation like one set of kit being swapped for another or clothes that need washing; food stores that need replenishing. Add into this, a van that needs servicing and a garden that needs some attention and that pretty much sums up Read more

A few days at Fort Martin for some rest and recuperation from our recent travels and early morning starts made for a fine weekend, as well as being the perfect excuse to catch up with the Lord of the Manor and distinguished guests. In between delightful ‘in person’ extended conversations, multiple coffee brews, sofa and Read more

Two and a half weeks in the Lake District flew by so quickly, it was good to have a bit of time today to take stock of what we’d seen and done…. Rock Climbing: Dow Crag Climbs: – Murray’s Route. Severe (4a)*** – Original Route C, V.Diff*** Wallowbarrow Crag Climbs: – Thomas, S (4a,4a)*** – Read more

An alpine (really early) start and a north facing cliff were the only two pre-requisites to making the most of the heatwave in North Wales. Thanks to it’s advantageous position, it’s very quick to get into the hills from The Cottage, so without too much trouble, we could be up and out before most people Read more

With only a few hours spent at The Cottage, we decided that we ought to be making the most of the tropical North Wales conditions. With the van still packed, it was easy to roll out of bed and drive to the beach while the world was still waking up. Barely a ripple on the Read more