Autumn - it's here!

With a huge gust of wind and heavy rain!

Here are some lovely Autumnal images to remind us why Autumn is such a gorgeous season, I truly love it; even though we've had naf all summer!

So true. Image via The Inspired Room

One year I must experience Fall in New England. Image via Bon-voyage.co.uk

Until then we'll be spending lots of time exploring our many stunning National Trust locations. Especially Cragside...

 Image via This Is Northumberland

Cragside Estate, image via Wikipedia

I love to snuggle up with my little one and this perfect autumn read...

Such a wonderful story and has the most gorgeous illustrations...

Images via Amazon

Mmmm Mince and Dumplings - the ultimate comfort food in our family.
The Paupers Kitchen Mince and Dumplings - my lil sister's recipe - yummy yummy on my tummy! 

And of course there are plenty celebrations to be had with family and friends...

Stunning Halloween garden. Image via Country Living

Oooo aahhh. Image via Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service

A perfect bonfire treat via My Life Write

None of these would be complete without Jamie Oliver's Epic Hot Chocolate recipe - OMG who could resist?!

OOOO absolute heaven - I can assure you I'll be doing plenty of this!

Image via Favim.com

I could go on and on, however I'm craving a hot chocolate, my slippers and Kindle! 

Look out for some great Autumn skincare tips coming soon...

Bye for now, have a fabulous Autumn xx

What a Beautiful Day Out

We are National Trust members and are extremely lucky to have so many gorgeous places to visit up in Newcastle. Today we hit lucky the weather was gorgeous, so we went off to Gibside Pleasure Grounds in Gateshead. It is a stunning 18th-century landscape garden, with lots to do for all the family. It used to be owned by the Bowes-Lyon family and the Queen Mother used to play in the gardens.

The Chapel - you can get married here!

Long Walk - looking out from the Chapel

Gibside a real haven for nature, we spotted two Red Kites and on our last visit we were lucky enough to spot a family of Roe Deer walking across our path! Hard to believe its only 20 minutes from the City Centre.

 We heard a strange sound then realised the lake was full of frogs staring at us. Think it was mating season! 

OOOO signs of spring - the lil lambs were out - so cute! I just love spring, such a positive season.

So this is one of the reasons why I love living in Newcastle; the countryside and coast are so close and we have a vibrant city centre too, what more could a girl ask for? Well shopping in New York would be nice!