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The English Heritage Challenge with Study Work Travel Blog

Introducing, The English Heritage Challenge

Oct 11, 2018

As lovers of all things history and castle-related, England and Wales are a treasure trove of days out and out-of-the-blue nerdy visits. That’s why, when visiting the lovely Kenilworth Castle recently we were more than taken in by the genius salesman that was the membership stand man. However, we also love a good bargain, so jumping on a year’s membership we decided to set ourselves a challenge. … More Introducing, The English Heritage Challenge

Kenilworth castle with study work travel blog

Sunday Snippets – Castle-Hopping at Kenilworth

Oct 7, 2018

Built in the 12th century, Kenilworth has gone through some pretty big changes, most notably when the resident Dudley was wooing Elizabeth I, with its beautiful gardens and charming aviary it really was the perfect place to set off to on a crisp Autumn day. Leaves crunching underfoot, the low sun offsetting the castle ruins and building to dramatic effect and a Lord of the Rings ceremony taking place in the gatehouse, this day trip turned out to be the perfect setting. … More Sunday Snippets – Castle-Hopping at Kenilworth

The Great Pottery Throwdown – Throwing Pots in the Potteries

Oct 1, 2018

By some chance or miracle it just so happened that this week my mother and I had the same week-day holiday. By that same chance however it also happened to be the same day we were experiencing some of the worst rain OF THE YEAR. Safe to say our plans of walkies went straight out of the window so we decided to do something that every potter should do at least once in their lives. We headed to the Wedgwood factory to throw down some clay and make our very own pot. … More The Great Pottery Throwdown – Throwing Pots in the Potteries

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Airport Hacks – How to Make the Most of Birmingham’s No. 01 Lounge

Sep 19, 2018

From tasty water (yes that is a thing) to a library area, the best way to travel in style is to fill your boots with a luxury trip to one of the airport lounges. Travelling abroad recently to sunny Cape Verde we decided to indulge in a birthday treat with a trip to Birmingham’s No. 01 lounge and arrived bright and early for our first taste of the high life, here’s what we got up to whilst we were there with some tips on how to make the most of your splurge. … More Airport Hacks – How to Make the Most of Birmingham’s No. 01 Lounge