In the week we have begun to see high street businesses opening up again we can start to look ahead in excited anticipation of our favourites restaurants, coffee shops and pubs opening their doors again in the not too distant future. Very soon it will be business as usual for all of Dorset. As a […]
Dorset Diaries; Ace Escapes Weymouth
A little hideaway on the Dorset Coast. Step inside and have a look around Ace Escapes Weymouth seasoned apartment. A place to stay with the family or friends.
Dorset Diaries; The Greyhound Inn Corfe Castle
I recently had the good fortune to be invited to dinner at the delightful Greyhound inn at Corfe Castle. The Greyhound Inn is a 14th Century coaching inn which is nestled beneath the imposing ruins of Corfe Castle here in Dorset. Built in the local stone and every inch “chocolate box” pretty, the inn has […]
Dorset Diaries; The Barn Cafe and Piggery at Lytchett Matravers
The second instalment of my Dorset Diaries series involves a local trip to the Barn Cafe and the tiniest but most characterful garden centre called The Old Piggery. I love exploring my home county and finding new places to share with you. For so long I have taken where I live for granted, but in […]
Dorset Diaries; Lulworth Castle
I recently had the chance to indulge my inner Duchess with a day out in beautiful Dorset at Lulworth Castle. Nestled along the dramatic Jurassic coast on the Lulworth Estate sits this impressive 17th century castle. Expansive manicured grounds and views out to the ocean are the stuff of dreams. It’s easy to lose a […]
Lunch at Station Kitchen West Bay
All aboard! Grab a cup of tea folks, this is a bit of a long one. Full steam ahead, we are headed for a delightful lunch at the Station Kitchen in beautiful West Bay. West Bay Now to get the star struck element out of the way, some of you may recognise West Bay as somewhat […]
Spring Picnic at the Beach
The days are officially longer with the happy arrival of lighter, brighter evenings. The temperature is sneaking into the low to mid teens and there is the definite promise of spring, dare I even say summer, in the air. At this time of year we are all chomping at the bit to get ourselves out […]
Halloween on the Beach
Today marks All Hallows Eve. The 31st of October and for me it has always meant the beginning of the “proper” winter Season. The Harvest is done and the larders are full. Winter is officially coming. Autumn has been beautiful, the trees are exploding into colour and putting on a most generous display. This weekend […]
Golden Autumn Beach Breakfast
The Autumn has so far been golden and glorious. We decided to make the most of a particularly lovely Sunday and head to the ocean for a golden autumn beach breakfast. Dorset is awash with glorious spots to have a nibble; breakfast, brunch lunch or dinner. Take your pick! We donned our warmest Sowesters and Seasalt coats […]
The Pig on the Beach; A seaside culinary delight
The Pig on the beach in Studland Dorset, is just one of a group of outstanding culinary hotels here in the South of England. They generally refer to themselves as a “restaurant with rooms” as the culinary experience comes before everything else. That being said the accommodation is more then outstanding. From cosy shepherds huts to […]