If you’re new to the game of golf it can all seem a bit confusing. Apart from the rules of the game and the various equipment, there’s also the terminology; it’s like a secret code that consists of a mix of technical terms and slang, and what is it with all the birds? This is […]

Camping holidays with the kids aren’t the easiest to plan; all campsites are different, and all families are different. Do you need Wi-Fi? Is there a curfew? Do you need activities on site and attractions nearby, or are your children happy building dams and climbing trees? This is before you’ve even started to think about […]

As we say goodbye to summer and brace ourselves for the shorter days and the inevitable wet weather that autumn and winter in the UK brings, we need to be aware of some of the issues that can affect our equine friends. Constant rain can turn our fields into mud baths, and while our horses […]

It’s the age-old debate among pet owners, who’s the superior species, is it cats or dogs? Along with metaphors such as ‘they fight like cats and dogs’ we’re led to believe that cats and dogs don’t get along, so we need to pick a side. Yet, it’s often a myth that your furry companions can’t […]

We’ve talked before about how fishing can be good for both our physical and mental wellbeing; it de-stresses us, challenges us mentally and encourages us to get out into the fresh air and move around a bit more. Angling is often talked about in terms of men’s health, and it’s very much a male-dominated pastime, […]

Here in the UK we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to exciting mountain bike trails and there are miles of accessible routes out there that offer something for everyone; from adrenalin-fuelled downhill rides full of technical challenges, to gentle cross-country routes that give you time to take in the scenery, all surrounded by stunning […]

Packing for a camping trip is not easy; if you’re new to camping, trying to work out what to pack can be daunting, and until you’ve done that first trip you won’t know what you’ll need. And even if you’re a seasoned pro, you’re always on a quest to cut out any excess and make […]

Whether you’re a human or an animal, sleep is very important even though the amount needed varies across different species. Sleep is still a bit of a mystery and there are lots of theories about why we need it, including the idea that it saves energy, it helps the brain to refresh and improve cognitive […]

Our dogs love having us around as much as we like having them around; we go towards the door and they think it’s time for a walk, we walk to the fridge and there they are, waiting to see if we ‘accidentally’ drop a bit of cheese near them, they can be like our little […]