Eats & Explores: GWR Pullman Dining

GWR have just (June ‘24) released the Summer Menu for their GWR Pullman Dining service. What is it? Never heard of GWR Pullman Dining? On selected services across their network, from Monday to Friday (except bank holidays), GWR have a dining cart offering a full dining service. I (clearly 😅) love eating and exploring, and…

Eats & Explores: Celtic Manor, Newport

My Dad very kindly treated us to a stay at the Celtic Manor on Boxing Night and some of you were keen for a review! So here goes… Check In 🏨 Officially it’s 4pm but you’re allowed on site to use the facilities earlier – Chris and Bea went swimming (must be booked, two sessions…

Eats: Venice on a Budget, Trattoria Dai Tosi

Would you believe you can get dinner for two in Venice for £38.65?! Probably not which is why I’ve included the bill: A traditional backstreet Venetian taverna and only 20 mins walk from Saint Mark’s Basilica, Trattoria Dai Tosi is family run and frequented mostly by locals (chatting with one of the owners they think…

Explores: Bristol & North Somerset Summer Holiday Ideas 2023

This summer there are over 400 events listed in the Visit Bristol directory (here) as part of their #SummerinBristol campaign, with summer celebrations (Bristol 650 celebrates 650 years of Bristol as an independent city and county) and activities being held across the city. With a key theme being value for money, offers available and some…

Eats & Explores: Burgers & Flower Fields in Worcestershire

This year (2023) marked my fourth year visiting The Real Flower Petal Confetti Company flower fields, it’s only open for 10 days each year and this year that’s from 30th June til 9th July. Having discovered it while pregnant in 2019, I have only missed a return trip in 2020, thanks to (you guessed it)…

Eats & Explores: Lyme Regis

Nestled on the stunning Jurassic Coast in Dorset, Lyme Regis is a charming seaside town renowned for its rich heritage as much as its (very many) scenic views and instagram worthy photo opportunities. Known as the ‘Pearl of Dorset,’ this picturesque harbor town invites visitors to explore its cobblestone streets, historic landmarks, golden beachfront and…

Explores: Jurassic Encounter 2022, Bristol

What can possibly enhance the beautiful colours of autumn at the Ashton Court estate on the edge of Bristol? Why a huge array of moving, roaring dinosaurs of course! 🦖 On until the 30th of October (next Sunday – you don’t have long!) the dinos vary in size and species so you’ll hopefully spot your…

Eats & Explores: The Bower House, Shipston-on-Stour

We’re in June, which you may know (if you read the nonsense I write here or follow me on Instagram, hi if you do! 👋), means that The Bean, aka the tiny human I’m currently growing, is officially due NEXT MONTH. (😱😬😅) How did that happen!? Anyway because I don’t like to do things in…

Explores: Matilda the Musical, Bristol Hippodrome

If you read my last theatre review (Kinky Boots @ Bristol Hippodrome) then you’ll know I do love a bit of musical theatre. But when invited to a special event to celebrate the arrival of Matilda The Musical at the Bristol Hippodrome, I was especially excited! Seeing the film with my mum at the (original) Odeon…

Explores: Portmeirion, Gwynedd

Last week my husband, the boys and the bump/I went to West and North Wales on a Sun holiday, staying in Haven sites at Pwllheli and Prestatyn. On the Saturday (13th) it was Mr Lizzie.Eats.Explores Birthday, and we spent the afternoon at Portmeirion Village, a beautiful way to celebrate I think you’ll soon agree… So…