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We recently visited Wildmoor Nature Reserve near Crowthorne. It is quite close to our home and perfect for exploring with dogs and kids! There are plenty of routes to walk but you can also trek through the woods away from the paths. The dogs enjoyed the sights and smells of the reserve while the kids […]

Yateley Common has been part of my life for so long. I remember picnics there as a child (my mum’s were infamous for their regimental style!) and I have been on school trips there as a parent and member of staff for my own children. As part of our project to appreciate the local area […]

Way back in January, we decided to make more of an effort to take the children and dogs out in the local area. I had heard of Castle Bottom (a nature reserve in Hampshire, 5 minutes in the car from our home) several times but never knew exactly where it was. A few wrong turns, […]

Day 49: another new local exploration for us. The kids and dogs absolutely loved Hawley Farm Open Space Day 50: I had bought some vegan soft cheese and remembered a recipe I used to make regularly while I was just veggie. This tasted just how I loved it for all those years! Day 51: still […]

Day 14: new toys for the puppies. Some only lasted a few minutes 🙁 Day 15: an adventure looking for Castle Bottom, a local nature reserve, Anya boldly leading the way Day 16: apparently it was Blue Monday but this Duolingo phrase made me smile about work 🙂   Day 17: very cold! -6 at […]