This blog is also prompted by that fact that I've spoken with a few people over the past couple of months who have said things along the lines of "we've explored lots of places in the world but have never explored Britain/ never been to Scotland/ not really done the staycation thing" so, if that's you, here's what you're missing out on.
1. Windermere - because I just love the colours in this picture.
2. Durness - The first of many Scottish photos - just look at the stunning beaches
3. Bamburgh Castle - we love a good castle and they don't come much better than this.
4. Craigievar Castle - although this one is pretty darned gorgeous too!
6. Lands End - well, while we're down there...
7. Monsal Head (Derbyshire) - we spend a lot of time on the coast but not so much inland. Need to fix that.
8. Hampden Stadium Glasgow - an odd one I know but I was in the closing ceremony for the Commonwealth Games in 2014 and it was an incredible experience - this is the view from the pitch with all the athletes.
9. Arundel Castle - yes I know it's another castle, but it's very pretty!
10. Blackpool Illuminations - because I LOVE them!
11. Sun setting behind Arran - glass of wine just out of shot...
12. Brecon Beacons - yes it may rain here, but it wouldn't be gloriously green if it didn't!
13. The view from Ingleborough - when we first moved here I decided I wanted to hike "that big flat topped mountain over there". 😀
14. Royal Pavilion, Brighton - because it is mad and magnificent all at the same time
15. Kielder Water - great cycling, great art, great views
16. Skara Brae - Orkney is a spectacular island and these remains are better preserved than I am!
17. Gigha - a different Scottish Island but more stunning beaches - and we went swimming!
18. Farne Islands - love the colours of the sea
19. Blea Tarn on a beautiful evening
20. Whitley Bay - turns out I was pronouncing it all wrong!
21. Cadair Idris - Snowdon is awesome, Cadair is awesome and quieter...
22. Fleet Pond, Hampshire - we used to live near here
23. Mull of Galloway Lighthouse - this whole area is utterly stunning
25. The statue in St Pancras - always loved this statue, and the station roof (odd I know!)
26. Bittern at Leighton Moss - took us years to spot it!
27. Rainbows - we wouldn't have them without rain!
28. Abbeystead Reservoir - how pretty is this?
29. Malham Cove - keeps my inner geologist very happy.
30. The Eden Project - beautiful outside and inside
31. Grasmere - is there anything more perfect than Cumbria on a crisp autumn morning?
32. Ben Nevis - was cloudy when we went up & clear the day after. Sod's Law.
33. New England Bay - one of my favourite places in the world (apart from Cumbria!)
34. Minack Theatre - amazing place and fascinating history
35. Crinkle Crags & Bow Fell - one of the prettiest views there is
36. Seaton Lighthouse - did you know there's a gin distillery nearby too? Hic.
38. Whitby - Steve took this & I love the odd perspective the miniature old boat gives.
40. Ice-bow on Kirkstone Pass - such a lucky spot!
41. Sycamore Gap - still remember it from Robin Hood.
42. Snowdon - well, a bit of it anyway, we were stood on the rest!
43. Corbridge Roman Town - my favourite kind of town centre - ancient and empty.
44. Falkirk Wheel - beautiful and practical, what more could you ask?
45. Rochester Castle - I was visiting a friend nearby and this was a lovely surprise
46. River Cam - an oasis of calm just moments from the busy streets
47. King John's Castle Odiham - a properly hidden little gem
48. Sprinkling Tarn - love snowy winter hikes!
50. Patterdale - this was from the start of an amazing walk. Stunning views, beautiful memories.
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