Spring Archives - Bright Lights Big City

Autumn, England, seasonal, Spring, summer, Travel, UK, Uncategorized, Winter

Lonely Planet’s Ultimate United Kingdom Travelist

August 24, 2020August 22, 2020by Rebecca Henderson4 Comments

Did 2020 topple your travel plans? Me too, don’t worry, I’ve got something that will keep that wanderlust at bay and have you exploring the many wonders of the UK in no time!

Lonely Planet’s Ultimate United Kingdom Travelist is the answer to all of my travel woes of 2020 and 2021 (maybe longer, let’s not jinx it!). And, it is providing much needed inspiration in the darkness of ‘uncertain times’.

Live in the UK? Take a look at why this book might help bring some direction to your travel plans for the foreseeable future.

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Fitness, Lifestyle, Southampton, Spring, Uncategorized

Spring paddle boarding adventures on the South Coast of England

April 13, 2017November 15, 2019by Rebecca Henderson1 Comment

Having a break from your day to day life and going on an adventure is always a good thing. Even better when that adventure can be on your doorstep. Here’s a few pictures from my recent paddle boarding trip, it might bring you some inspiration to find something fun near you. Continue reading “Spring paddle boarding adventures on the South Coast of England” →

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If day trips and big eats are your thing, you’ve landed in the right place.

I’m Bex, I live in a beautiful county called Hampshire on the South Coast of the UK and I love living by the sea. The county is famous for growing watercress, its maritime history and for being Jane Austen’s home among many other famous literary giants.

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