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Thames Path Sketch Journal Book – by Charles Leon

This book captures the rich history of the Thames through stunning sketches and detailed histories of the evolving structures and buildings that line its banks and span its waters, weaving together a unique narrative of power, pride, and pestilence.

The author offers personal insights and views of his sketch journey along The Thames Path. With histories, stories and anecdotes, all of which accompany the stunning sketches in colour and black and white, this is a beautiful souvenir of London for visitors and residents.

256 pages of sketches and stories of significant buildings and structure along the Thames Path. Hardback, stichbound, 30 × 24 cm. Printed on Munken 150 gsm paper.

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The Adventure Walks City Maps: London

The Adventure Walks City Maps: London, Paris, New York or Rome Sightsee your way round some of the world’s greatest cities all neatly packaged into a pocket-sized map. Climb to the top of the tallest skyscrapers in New York City, unearth what the Roman’s did for London, spin on a vintage carousel in Paris, and fight like a gladiator in Rome’s colosseum, the world’s largest amphitheatre.

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The Adventure Walks City Maps: New York

The Adventure Walks City Maps: London, Paris, New York or Rome. Sightsee your way round some of the world’s greatest cities all neatly packaged into a pocket-sized map. Climb to the top of the tallest skyscrapers in New York City, unearth what the Roman’s did for London, spin on a vintage carousel in Paris, and fight like a gladiator in Rome’s colosseum, the world’s largest amphitheatre.

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The Adventure Walks City Maps: Rome

The Adventure Walks City Maps: London, Paris, New York or Rome. Sightsee your way round some of the world’s greatest cities all neatly packaged into a pocket-sized map. Climb to the top of the tallest skyscrapers in New York City, unearth what the Roman’s did for London, spin on a vintage carousel in Paris, and fight like a gladiator in Rome’s colosseum, the world’s largest amphitheatre.

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The Amble Inn, Amble, Northumberland

Newly opened in 2019, this nautical themed inn The Amble Inn in Amble, Northumberland is the place to eat, drink, sleep and explore from at the southern gateway to the magnificent Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sharing the same spectacular stretch of coastline in Northumberland as seaside favourites Bamburgh, Alnmouth and Low Newton-by-the-Sea, the waterfront town of Amble is tipped as a sought after spot to visit by many a travel insider.

Enjoy quality bed and breakfast accommodation in 30 brand new, contemporary en-suite bedrooms, delicious homemade pub food served all day, every day, plus a wide range of drinks to enjoy. Fully accessible and family friendly with handy, free on-site parking and children’s play area. Dogs are very welcome in designated areas within our bar and our pet-friendly rooms.

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The Bamburgh Castle Inn, Seahouses, Northumberland

Sea views don’t come much better than at The Bamburgh Castle Inn in the Northumberland coastal village of Seahouses. Take in uninterrupted views towards the inn’s namesake Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island and the Farne Islands – home to one of the largest grey seal colonies in the UK and where thousands of migrating seabirds flock each year.

Open all day, every day for home made food, drinks and accommodation, premium sea view rooms have their own balcony overlooking the harbour. Miles of empty beaches lie in both directions from the inn, a welcome host hub on the Northumberland Coast Path.

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The BarnThe Barn

The Barn

The ultimate luxury hideaway for family and friends in North Yorkshire. Escape to total bliss at The Barn, our latest barn conversion hidden within acres of glorious countryside. This idyllic family-friendly Yorkshire holiday cottage is located near Piercebridge and offers both a rural retreat and a perfect celebration house, only a short drive away from top tourist attractions, Michelin star restaurants and excellent pub grub. Think long lunches, rural rambles and evenings star gazing in the private hot tub!

This five-star family-friendly holiday cottage makes the most idyllic stay for groups seeking a memorable luxury escape. Enjoy panoramic countryside views, private gardens, an outdoor hot tub, spacious bedrooms, bathrooms with with heavenly bathtubs, a well-equipped kitchen and a cosy snug with log burner. This dog-friendly holiday home also has a shared games room on site, perfect for entertaining all ages.

  • Bar
  • Fishing Lake
  • Riverside Walks
  • More Accessible
  • Log Burner
  • Al Fresco Dining
  • Dog Friendly
  • Games Room
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Bathing House

The Bathing House

A simple hideaway where you leave the world behind you and unwind.

Built in the 1770s, at the same time as Sharpham House, the Bathing House was created on a bend in the river, below the main House.

It has one main living room, a beautiful bedroom with balcony overlooking the River Dart, a kitchen, a bathroom, a utility room and a sofa-bed in the lounge. Outside, a patio running the whole frontage of the Bathing House overlooks the water. Guests have reported seeing amazing wildlife close up – including otters feeding on fish in the River Dart. 

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BEDBUG SLEEP NIGHTLIGHT

The Best Bed Bug

It’s common for many children to be afraid of the dark at a young age. To help them get a good night’s sleep and help them conquer their fears, make use of this adorable bedbug nightlight. With an endearing design with a smiling face and cute little green feelers, this nightlight will help to keep your child calm as they sleep.

The device emits a calming orange light, which creates a nice atmosphere for telling bedtime stories and helps your little one get used to sleeping in the dark. A fade-out feature dims the lights intensity over time to help you save energy once you child is fast asleep. Give your child a healthy sleep cycle and help them beat their fear with this cute Bedbug Night-Light.

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The Best of North Walks Walking Break, North Wales

Enjoy a serene stay at the Queen’s hotel, whilst you take in the breathtaking views over the Irish Sea. Here you’ll experience the charming seaside resort town of Llandudno, located just steps outside your door.

What’s included?

  • Overnight accommodation at the Queen’s hotel
  • A bottle of house wine in your room on arrival (worth £18.95)
  • A late check out of 12pm (worth £20)
  • Complimentary upgrade to a Deluxe Room (subject to availability)
  • A tasty full Welsh breakfast the following morning
  • Local walking information available at the hotel

At a glance

  • Llandudno Pier is one of the main attractions to visit whilst here. Stroll into the town and head up onto this classic Victorian Pier. Stop by for a coffee and admire the stunning views out to sea.
  • Take a scenic walk from Llandudno and explore the near-wilderness of the Great Orme, a large limestone headland and admire breathtaking views of the Snowdonia range.
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The Big Workshop – sleeps 6

Enjoy the wonderful views across the fields towards Bircham Windmill from this spacious single storey cottage for 6.

It benefits from ample parking right outside the cottage and level access in and around the cottage to the paved garden area at the back and communal grassy area.

The sunny, light and spacious living area is designed for both the able and disabled user.

The open plan kitchen and dining space is fully equipped with everything you need including – oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, low level hob unit and some low level units integrated with normal height units.

Watch the sunset from the spacious sitting room complete with comfortable seating and TV/DVD player. Patio doors open out onto the garden seating area where you can soak up the view.

There are three bedrooms, one king size bed room and two twin bed rooms. The twin rooms share access to a large roll-in shower room with toilet and wash basin.

There is also a second roll-in shower room with toilet and wash basin. It is fully centrally heated and has its own enclosed garden and patio area.

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The Black SwanThe Black Swan

The Black Swan

The Black Swan has been providing travellers with a warm welcome and famous hospitality for centuries.

Once the main stop off for weary travellers on a stagecoach route linking Leeds to York, The Black Swan dates back to the 15th century.

With an Elizabethan building on one end, a Tudor one to the other and a Georgian House in the middle, the Black Swan is wonderfully higgledly-piggledy, with bags of character.

With its inviting open fires, cosy armchairs and warm welcome, The Black Swan is just the place to eat, drink, sleep and explore beautiful Helmsley from and attractions including nearby Rievaulx Abbey, Helmsley Castle and Helmsley Walled Garden.

The Black Swan

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The Book of the Bothy (Phoebe Smith)

An introduction to some of the best bothies in the UK. Featuring 26 selected bothies, the author shares her memories of using these free ‘stone tents’ in some of the country’s wildest and most remote locations. Alongside notes on legends and landscape, wildlife and history, the book is full of expert guidance and tips on how to make use of bothies, from packing lists to bothy etiquette and the best walking routes in. Inspiring and fun, the book showcases bothies in Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons, Lake District, Pennines, the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, and Northumberland, and is a personal celebration of the world of bothying.

Hidden away in the hills and mountains of England, Scotland and Wales – for years known only to a lucky few – is a network of huts, cottages and shelters. Completely free to use, these secretive refuges can be life-savers, quick stops and destinations in themselves. The network of British bothies is cared for by the Mountain Bothies Association, and day-to-day by the walkers, climbers and mountain lovers who rest there.

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The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

Fictional town of Molching close to Munich.

Liesel is only 9 years old when she is taken to live with a foster family in Himmel Street, Molching, a (fictional) village just outside Munich.

Liesel’s real parents have been taken to a concentration camp – for this is war time in Germany during The Third Reich. Liesel and her brother were supposed to be saved but her brother sadly dies on the journey – it is during this funeral that Liesel steals her first book – a gravediggers’s manual which she uses to teach herself to read.

But reading, and sharing new knowledge can be dangerous in Germany. One day a visitor from the past comes calling… and Liesel’s world changes.

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The Byre, Newbiggin

Awarded Best Self-Catering Property in England 2017, ‘The Byre’ is a stunning, spacious converted barn, a perfect luxury escape for couples to enjoy a romantic hideaway and spend quality time together.

Just one mile from Aysgarth Falls, The Byre spaciously accommodates 2 people who desire peace & quiet, with a spot of luxury & indulgence. The Byre has easy access to the National Park’s attractions and activities.

With luxurious touches throughout, guests can relax in front of a glorious wood-burning stove set in a stunning inglenook fireplace alongside the original feature cart-horse window. Enjoy this haven of peace and tranquility to switch off from modern life whilst enjoying quality, style, comfort and luxury.

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The Camper’s Friend: A Miscellany of Wit and Wisdom (Phoebe Smith)

‘It always rains on tents. Rainstorms will travel thousands of miles against the prevailing winds, for the opportunity to rain on a tent’ Dave Barry. Whether you enjoy sleeping under canvas, underneath the stars, or prefer a bit of glamping in a yurt, happy campers of all types will savour this miscellany of quotations, trivia and prose celebrating the great outdoors, interspersed with useful tips on everything from wild foraging to choosing where to bed down for the night.

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