Canal Life {Country Kids}

Last weekend I had to get out of the house.
Everybody else needed some persuading - content with lazing around the house I bribed them with a flask of hot chocolate and marshmallows.
The local canal is a favourite place and can be visited from many different locations.
Recently we had some childfree time and walked the stretch from Bradford-on-Avon and in a past Canal life post for Country Kids we explored the canal near Semington.
Last weekend we picked it up in Seend.

We walked the tow path and watched the cows and a gaggle of Canada geese in the opposite field. We crossed the swing bridge and had to try and make it swing. The kiddos led the way up the track to take us away from the canal so the park could be explored in the nearby village - where we also popped in to say hello to Grandma and Granddad and blag a couple of bourbon biscuits.

I love the barges and house boats along the canal and always wonder what life aboard would be like. Year round. I love the idea of having one as a weekend retreat.

We spotted the moon; in the sky and reflecting in the water. Then we watched the sun begin to set and finished off our walk with the traditional hot chocolate and marshmallows.

 

Where have you been exploring lately?

Linking up with Country Kids...

x x x

 

Deep in the heart of a magical forest... {Camp Bestival 2015}

I'm not sure if it is my age and the general panic of getting older but I am pausing and looking more at my children with a desire for them to run free, explore, enjoy their childhood and be wild.
In fact I want to run free, explore, relive my childhood and be wild.
Not in a position to chuck in the conventions of modern day life, sell up, buy a camper and travel the world, we make the most of what we have got.
On our doorstep in the great outdoors around us.
And further afield...

Followers of 76sunflowers will know that we are all lovers of The Great Outdoors here and each Summer, since 2010, we have let the kiddos have increased freedom and adventures at the amazing Camp Bestival.

The fabulous folk at Camp Bestival HQ have released plans to make the festival even more up my street with the announcement that we can officially go wild!

Come and explore.
Deep in the heart of a magical forest....

I have posted countless times about our experiences at this amazing family festival so if you would like some more information check out my past Camp Bestival posts and detailed reviews of Camp Bestival 2014.

Tickets would make the most amazing Christmas present for your family!
Here's all the info...

Tickets for Camp Bestival 2015 (July 30th to Aug 2nd) are on sale now via: Ticketline / 0844 888 4410

WEEKLY PAYMENT PLAN:

You can use our 35 week payment plan to purchase your tickets meaning that an adult ticket can now be bought at a payment of just £5 per week over 34 consecutive weekly payments following an initial deposit payment. Book online via Ticketline only: select 'Camp Bestival 2015 - Weekend Payment Plan'.

Once you have signed up to the payment plan, which basically means giving your agreement by ticking the bank mandate form on Ticketline’s website, they will automatically debit your card on a weekly basis. More info here .

NB: Booking fees and a deposit (£25 per adult ticket) will be charged with your initial transaction.

CAMP BESTIVAL 2015 WEEKEND TICKET PRICES:

Adult Weekend Ticket (inc. camping from Thurs or Fri) - £195*

Student Weekend Ticket (inc. camping from Thurs or Fri) - £180*

Age 15 to 17 Weekend Ticket (inc. camping from Thurs or Fri) - £113*

Age 11 to 14 Weekend Ticket (inc. camping from Thurs or Fri) - £88*

Age 5 to 10 Weekend Ticket (inc. camping from Thurs or Fri) - £20*

Age 4 & Under Weekend Ticket (inc. camping from Thurs or Fri) – FREE (but ticket required)*

*NB: please refer to the Camp Bestival Ticket Terms & Conditions

Car Parking - £15 advance

Campervan Ticket - £72 per vehicle - please read Campervan T&Cs here before booking

Caravan / Trailer Tent Ticket – £83 (One car only per caravan/trailer tent – no exceptions) (available via Ticketline only) - please read Caravan / Trailer Tent T&Cs here before booking

All Tickets - will incur a booking fee.

CAMPING PLUS:

Camping Plus plots cost £125.00 (max of 2 adults and 4 children per plot) and are perfect, not only if you know you won’t be arriving as soon as the gates open, but also if you just want the comfort of knowing that you’ve got your camping space sorted. Book now.

HOSPITALITY CAMPING:

Hospitality Camping offers luxurious creature comforts in a beautifully designed, spacious campsite with fast access to the heart of the main Castle Stage arena. With premium toilets, hot showers, free yoga sessions, private parking and a meet and greet concierge service, Hospitality Camping is the place to stay for the ultimate high-end family festival experience. Head here for more info

x x x

 

Hello December

Hello December.
May you bring some Winter chill to the air to make my cheeks rosy.
May you bring warmth and happiness to my cosy home.
May you bring good times and happy memories to my little family.
May you bring love and peace to all.

x x x

Project 365 #48 {A funny old week}

Not a funny old week as in Ha Ha - I just didn't want to write shitty in a blog post title.

Project 365 #48

Day 327
An afternoon spent snapping some pictures in the garden and some time to tidy up my shack. My Project Shack has been on-going for a while now.
Day 328
A perfect frosty morning with a distinct nip in the air .
Day 329
Today I spent some time chilling and catching up with some outgoing happy mail for my #postcircle group.
Day 330
I came home to some incoming happy mail today, which cheered me up a bit - a lovely 'thanks' for our wedding present to my gorgeous niece back in the Summer.
Day 331
The mother in law left these today. The kiddos are lucky I didn't devour them myself - arseing mother nature is making me want to eat, eat and eat.
Day 332
Gin and tonic was called for tonight. The end of a crap week for one reason and another but I had an excellent observation at work which put a smile on my face to end the working week.
Day 333
Today we went for an afternoon stroll along the canal near Seend. I found my perfect houseboat along the way.

Linking up with The Boy and Me...

x x x