The urban guide to the countryside -
Kids
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Sloping off to ski school
Never let it be said that this Muddy isn’t willing to put her body on the line in the name of new experiences and fun times. This weekend we step inside from the muggy weather, cross the border and head less than an hour down the road to Hemel Hempstead’s Snow Centre. It’s a Winter […]
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Surviving the summer with kids
Do the summer holidays have you breaking into an anxious sweat? Are you booking day trips and play dates (and stocking up on gin?) Don’t worry girlfriend, I’m hearing you. We’ve all been there. The whine of ‘I’m bored’. Or, ‘he’s been in my world on Minecraft’ don’t quite align with the vision I have of […]
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Muddy eats: Overstone Arms
With an orchard garden to lose hours in and tapas to fuel you through glorious countryside walks, The overstone Arms might just be your new go to lunch venue!
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Life a’Fermyn at the Woods
It's a beautiful spot - picturesque picnics, Butterfly gardens, glorious views and mysterious woodland walks. You really can make a day of it.
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Swanning around in Lamport
The Swan at Lamport - gorgeous countryside, family friendly and super tasty; a true Northamptonshire favourite and it's perfect location for a gentle, post Sunday lunch amble at nearby Brixworth or Pitsford
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10 great books for kids
With Whit holidays on the horizon take some literary inspiration to get the kids imaginations whirring
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Step away from the screens
Overstretched parents, tech-addicted kids and, shockingly, exercise levels dropping from the age of seven – what can be done to help children get moving again?
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Waendel walking on sunshine
The Muddy household looks forward to this weekend for lots of reasons. It's dog and kid friendly, you don't have to be super-fit to take part, and there are numerous watering holes on every route
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Muddy Best Schools Guide #6: Bosworth College
Bosworth caters to a variety of needs for students other pursuits and creates a timetable that enables sport and study, both to a high level. They look at each candidate as an individual and design a solution to suit their needs. A hearty thumbs up from Ms Muddy!
