While Clare was off to speak at the conference, I spent my morning, checking out the sights of Bristol and it’s wealth of coffee shops! Following the advice from a few friends, I set out on foot of a walk about around the Clifton area, which given the warm weather was in its prime, with Read more

After a rather late night, the slow birthday morning was well received by all. And what better way to wake ourselves up a bit than the traditional ‘birthday swim’! A big brunch at The Cottage and lots of cards and pressies started off a different kind of birthday for Clare as we packed up for Read more

A super day of instructing kayak surfing! My first time in the sea for a while and it was pleasantly warm in there! After several plan changes we eventually opted for the best beach for the conditions. The only slight blight on the session was getting accidentally hit in the face by a slightly out Read more

Another fantastic evening adventure climbing yet another local classic climb in the warmth of the evening sunshine! It was a huge relief for us both to be out of the office after some very productive yet exhausting work! The first pitch of the route is superb, with plenty of holds, gear and good rock. As Read more

After a morning of showcasing the world of Outdoor Education, there was just about time to take a small team of students on a rock climbing adventure. This little buttress is situated near the north coast and has superb views from the belay ledge, some 18m up. (I did however neglect to take any photos Read more

I can’t remember such a prolonged period of dry weather here in North Wales. Wanting to make the most of it, we spent another evening out climbing until sunset, but this time with a much shorter walk to get to the cliffs. Twenty minutes after leaving the house, we were setting up the initial cliffs Read more