Holocaust Memorial Day 2019

Today is International Holocaust Memorial Day, 73 years have passed since the liberation of Auschwitz, a Nazi concentration camp in Poland. It is a day to remember the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution, and in the genocides which followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur. I thought I would do…

A Day Exploring Lavenham

This is a bit of a belated post but Lavenham is such a beautiful town so I had to write about it even if I’m a bit behind! I had such a lovely day just after Christmas, exploring the town, visiting cute little tea shops and finding antique gems. As my visit was around Christmas…

Rosenborg & Christiansborg

Hope everyone had a lovely Christmas and is looking forward to the new year! I certainly am, I love having a sense of a fresh start, even if it is just another day haha! I’m thinking of doing a sort of reflective post next week of all my favourite places and things I’ve done this…

A Day trip to Melford Hall

Okay, so first off apologies, I said I would try and stick to one post a week whilst still at uni. However, that’s becoming quite a struggle with not only the ridiculous amount of reading but now essays and presentations. As part of my modules I’ve been reading about such interesting topics, so hopefully, I’ll…

Internship with the National Trust

Okay so this summer has been the best, as well as travelling to lots of different places, (some of which still need to be posted!) I also spent 7 weeks working for the National Trust. Not only did I have an amazing time but learnt so much during my time working in the Regional office…

Adventures at Audley End

Adventures exploring the most ambitious Jacobean houses, Audley End. The history, my thoughts and a selection of images from my visit.

Exploring the Netherlands pt.2: Volendam and Zaanse Schans

Second Part of Exploring the Netherlands. Adventures in the historic port of Volendam and Zaanse Schans, home of the windmills.

Exploring the Netherlands pt. 1: De Haar Castle

The first of two posts, exploring the heritage sites in the Netherlands. First a look at the biggest castle in the Netherlands, De Haar Castle.

Blickling Blooms

A visit to Blickling Hall, admiring the beautiful blooms and marvelling at the lavish interiors and exteriors of one of the most grand houses in the East of England.