The Big MK Move - Am I happy in Milton Kynes two years after moving?

The Big MK Move - Am I happy in Milton Kynes two years after moving?

For a town mocked as a ‘concrete jungle’ I have never lived anywhere with so much green space available to me. Parks, lakes and woodland that are beautifully managed by the Parks Trust. I saw someone riding a Tree Inspector bike through the park the other day. Someone literally cycling round to check the trees!

Here’s a quick summary of my thoughts of different parts of MK and some of the things we’ve done in our first two years here.

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Christmas Activities for Families in Milton Keynes 2024

Christmas Activities for Families in Milton Keynes 2024

This Christmas there are literally tons of activities and events in Milton Keynes for you to visit with your family.

From visiting Santa’s Grotto, having breakfast with the man himself, Christmas lights being turned on, kids parties - the list goes on! Lots of these sell out really quickly but there are always options if you’ve missed out on the popular events!

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Where to pick Pumpkins in Milton Keynes - 2024

Where to pick Pumpkins in Milton Keynes - 2024

Spooky season is upon us!

And is it even October without a trip to a Pumpkin Patch?!

If you’re looking for a Pumpkin Patch in or around Milton Keynes, get your wellies on, wrap up warm and go and find the biggest pumpkin you can at one of the following Pumpkin PYO farms.

I’ve listed the PYO farms roughly from nearest to furthest from Milton Keynes.

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Where to Pick Strawberries in Milton Keynes - 2023

Where to Pick Strawberries in Milton Keynes - 2023

Summer is finally here and that means so is PYO season!

A trip to a Pick Your Own farm is a great idea for a family day out and as a plus, you come home with a punnet full of Strawberries, Raspberries, Blackberries or lots of other lovely fruit. It doesn’t have to stop at fruit either - many farms are branching out into offering PYO veg and pumpkins into the Autumn as well.

Put on your sunscreen (or raincoat…this is England after all) and head to one of the following farms to fill a punnet full of goodness!

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Rainy Day Family Fun

Rainy Day Family Fun

As a baby photographer in Milton Keynes, I know that sometimes the spring weather doesn't always cooperate with our plans!

But just because it's raining outside doesn't mean that you can't have fun with your little ones. In fact, rainy days can provide some unique opportunities for family activities, including photography!

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Christmas Fayres in Milton Keynes 2023

Christmas Fayres in Milton Keynes 2023

After the difficult times we’ve all suffered over the last few years, we can finally enjoy Christmas with much more freedom - yay!
However, so many small businesses really have suffered and continue to struggle with rising costs.
Being a small, independent business myself, I know all too well how hard small businesses have had to fight to stay afloat. For that reason, this year I’m making an extra effort to do as much of my Christmas shopping local and with independent businesses where I can.

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Planning a Baby Shower in Milton Keynes - Updated for 2024

Planning a Baby Shower in Milton Keynes - Updated for 2024

Planning a baby shower in Milton Keynes can be daunting!

We have so many amazing venues, caterers, and party planners, you might find yourself feeling a little lost.

I’ve created this ‘Planning A Baby Shower’ blog to help make this task a little easier.

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15 Must Have Family Photos for November

15 Must Have Family Photos for November

Can you believe 2022 is already drawing to a close?!

It’s been a year of ups and downs for most people. We’ve all enjoyed getting back to the normality of gathering with friends and family and jetting off on holidays. It’s almost as though being so busy has made time run faster!

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Half term fun for families in Milton Keynes - 2024

Half term fun for families in Milton Keynes - 2024

October half term is always a brilliant time for family fun.

Whilst some families choose to get away for the week, plenty more decide to stay at home and enjoy all of the things we have on offer locally. This year we have so many things to do in Milton Keynes that I thought i would pull them all together in one place.

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Rainy Day Activities in Milton Keynes

Rainy Day Activities in Milton Keynes

Your summer holiday plans can easily be disrupted when rain stops play - literally.

If you find yourself with ruined plans today and are looking for something to entertain the kids, I’ve got you covered.

Honestly, where do we start?! Milton Keynes has so many indoor activities for kids it’s hard to list them all but here we go…

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Best Places to Paddle in and around Hemel Hempstead - 2020

Best Places to Paddle in and around Hemel Hempstead - 2020

With most splash parks closed due to COVID in 2020, lots of children are missing out on long, hot summer days playing in the water.

Well, COVID may have taken our splash parks but it cannot take our rivers! Here are some ideal places for your children to dip their toes in the water this summer.

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Where to PYO - Strawberry Picking (and more!) close to Hemel Hempstead - 2020

Where to PYO - Strawberry Picking (and more!) close to Hemel Hempstead - 2020

After being spoilt with a lovely, sunny Spring, Summer is now here and so is PYO season.

A trip to a Pick Your Own farm is a great idea for a family day out and as a plus, you come home with a punnet full of Strawberries, Raspberries, Blackberries or lots of other lovely fruit.

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The Best Places to go Sledging in Hemel Hempstead

The Best Places to go Sledging in Hemel Hempstead

Whether the snow is currently blanketing the ground or you’re just getting prepared for when it does, I turned to the people of Facebook and asked them the best places to go sledging (and of course build snowmen) in Hemel Hempstead.

Here’s what they had to say…

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Baby Halloween Costumes: The Cutest in the Supermarkets!

Baby Halloween Costumes: The Cutest in the Supermarkets!

There's nothing quite like halloween for an excuse to dress your baby up in something ridiculously cute.  

(If you feel like you don't need an excuse, high five to you, my sentiments exactly)


If you're not the type of person to spend hours sticking and appliquéing (see, I did remember something from GCSE Textiles) then check out these options that you can pick up during your weekly shop.

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Dacorum Digest - What's happening around Hemel this summer!

Dacorum Digest - What's happening around Hemel this summer!

Raise your hand if your Dacorum Digest newspaper normally makes its way to the recycling bin pretty quick when it comes through the door.

*raises hand*

That was until a couple of editions ago when for some reason I decided to give it a read.  It turns out it is quite the little nugget of local information. 

Now, as many of you are busy parents whose time is taken up with much more valuable things like nappies and a constant trail of child destruction, I have picked out the highlights of what you can expect over the summer in and around Hemel Hempstead.

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