Today we had a lovely day at the Scottish Deer Centre! It was amazing to see all the wildlife and the boys loved getting up close to the deer. Afterward, we couldn’t resist heading into St Andrews for a little treat – and of course, no trip would be complete without an ice cream from Jannettas Gelateria. It’s always a must when we’re in the area. The perfect way to end a great day! 🦌🍦 #DeerCentreAdventure #JannettasGelateria #StAndrewsTreats
What a day! I’m absolutely knackered after trying to keep up with this pair. 10,200 steps later and I’m definitely feeling it! Balloch Country Park at Loch Lomond was gorgeous, but while they were zooming around on their scooters, I was doing my best to keep up on foot. 😅 We had a blast though, with stunning views and plenty of fresh air. Totally worth the sore legs! #BallochCountryPark #LochLomond #ScooterVsWalk
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Spent a lovely few hours down at Rouken Glen Park—perfect weather for a walk while the boys zipped around on their scooters. The sun was shining, spirits were high, and it felt so nice to just slow down and enjoy the day. We grabbed hot chocolates from the Boathouse Café and found a quiet spot by the pond to sit and soak it all in. Simple moments like these are the best.
Yesterday, the three of us—Oliver, Lewis, and I—headed over to the Rural Life Museum in East Kilbride for a lovely day out. The sun was shining, but it still had a bit of a chill in the air, making it the perfect day for a little adventure. Armed with a picnic, we were ready to make the most of it!
Since it’s the Easter break, the museum had some fun activities lined up for the kids, all centered around bees. We joined in on a candle-making activity using beeswax, which was super simple but fun. The boys got to roll a sheet of beeswax around a wick, and they loved making their own candles. It was such a lovely, creative activity!
Afterwards, we took the 10-minute walk up to the farm area, where we saw a bunch of baby lambs, pigs, and calves. The boys were absolutely enchanted with the little animals, and we spent some time wandering around the farm, checking out the other animals and the farmhouse. To get back down to the museum, we hopped on the tractor—what a fun way to travel!
Back at the museum, the boys were fascinated by the old tractors on display, and of course, they couldn’t resist a visit to the adventure park for a bit of playtime.
We ended up spending a great couple of hours there, and to top it off, the museum now offers an annual pass for the same price as a single entry, which was an unexpected bonus!
All in all, it was a wonderful way to spend the day, and we’ll definitely be back soon for more fun.
On our way back home from The Lakes, we decided to take a little detour and visit Caerlaverock Castle in Dumfries—a place we’ve been wanting to see for ages. It’s a bit of a trek, so we hadn’t made the trip yet, but today felt like the perfect time to do it. And boy, it did not disappoint!
The castle is absolutely stunning—built in a triangular shape with a moat surrounding it, it looked like something straight out of a fairy tale. We all loved exploring the castle, as there are so many nooks, crannies, and hidden staircases to discover. The prison was a highlight for the boys—they were fascinated by the thought of being locked up in such a historic place!
We spent hours wandering around, enjoying the views, and soaking in the history. It’s definitely one of those places that’s worth the extra effort to visit.
We’ll definitely be coming back again, and we’d highly recommend it to anyone in the area looking for a bit of adventure and history. A perfect pitstop on our journey home!
After a quick shopping trip, we decided to make the most of the day and headed to Bothwell Castle for an impromptu adventure. It was a perfect way to spend an afternoon, and it was also our first castle visit of 2019!
Bothwell Castle was absolutely stunning, with its towering walls and rich history. We spent some time exploring the grounds and admiring the architecture. One fun highlight was trying to find the cannonball embedded in one of the walls. It’s surprisingly tricky to spot! After some hunting, we finally had to ask for help, as it’s definitely not the biggest cannonball we’ve ever seen. We’ll be sure to look for it again the next time we visit!
After our castle exploration, we decided to take a 2-hour woodland walk along the River Clyde to Blantyre. The trail was peaceful and scenic, a perfect way to unwind after a day of shopping.
Overall, it was a lovely and unexpected day out, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit to Bothwell Castle!
What a wonderful afternoon I had today, celebrating all of our birthdays with Joanne and Lesley-Ann!
We gathered at Brewhemia for a gorgeous afternoon tea – the perfect spot to relax, chat, and indulge in delicious treats. From delicate finger sandwiches to perfectly crafted cakes and scones, everything was absolutely scrumptious. The atmosphere was cosy and festive, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to mark the occasion.
Such a lovely time spent with amazing friends – here’s to many more celebrations and sweet moments together!
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