A night in Tylau Yurt, Hay-on-Wye

Near the end of summer I decided on a whim to book a night in a Yurt as we have done all sorts of glamping from Bell Tents, Pods , converted horse van and a converted WW1 wagon but we had yet to stayed overnight in a Yurt. So I did a quick search on Airbnb and discovered a family-friendly Yurt within walking distance of Hay-on-Wye, the market town famed for it's many bookstores and literacy festival. It's also well located to the Brecon Beacons and offers tons of outdoor pursuits, we had been hoping to kayak down the river why but due to heavy rainfall a few days prior to our mini-break meant the river levels were too high, but on the flip side we decided to do a waterfall walk which was fantastic. Back to the Yurt, even though I had booked it on Airbnb I discovered it was part of Outdoors@Hay which offers outdoor adventures and accommodation. The Yurt looked perfect for a quick break away from reality and has some modern facilities without taking away too......

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5 ways to keep your tyres in tip top shape this winter

*contains affiliate links As we move into the colder seasons it's really important to make sure we are prepared and if your a car owner this includes your car as breaking down in sub-zero temperatures is not fun and believe me I know, I've been there! The roads also tend to become more treacherous during the winter months so with safety in mind it's really important to spend some time now making sure your car is ready to take on the roads this winter, especially your tyres, so I thought I would share 5 ways to keep your tyres in top condition this winter 1. Reguarly check your tyre tread Not only does the correct tread help the overall performance of your car but it's extremely important in terms of safety especially in poor weather conditions. It's also against the law if you go below the legal tread limit and one of the major reasons a car fails its MOT and if that does happen they need to be replaced straight away. Don't leave your tyres until they......

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Getting Your Style Down To a Science

We all know at least one person who seems to have his or her style down to a science. I am not necessarily talking about being a fashionista. I am not only talking about their wardrobe, but also the way that they arrange their homes, and in some cases, their offices, that so precisely matches their own vibes. They even know how to pick the best pillow for themselves. Good sleep is essential to your health and a pillow that properly aligns with your head and neck is essential for this as well as looking after our body inside and out. Choosing The Best Style of Clothes for Yourself Choosing the best clothes and shoes for yourself should not be based solely on your size, but on your lifestyle and what colours look the best on you. It is also best to dress for the weather . If you don’t care about colours, my best advice is to go for neutrals, such as brown or chartreuse green. If you’re really in doubt, most people can’t go wrong with navy blue or black. Both colours are grea......

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Pen Pych Waterfall Hike

One of our favourite hikes of the late summer was a walk up to Pen Pych Waterfall in the Welsh Valleys near the small village of Blaencwm. I know thousands of people flock to the Brecon Beacons to take in the beautiful Waterfall hikes and trails but if your looking for a far quieter and child-friendly hike then this is a great option. We went on a Sunday around lunchtime and only came across other people on our way back down, it was so nice and quiet and it meant we could take our time and walk at our own pace. When you arrive into Blaencwm there are signs for the mountain carpark which has plenty of space and is free to park. At the far right end of the car park is the start of the Pen Pych Mountain trail which initially veers away from the waterfall through a meadow and then back around into a forest area where a gentle incline starts. As we did this near the end of the summer everything was green and slightly overgrown with huge ferns and we also spotted some mushro......

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