Cuckmere Haven Beach Visiting Cuckmere Haven beach is a wonderful and easy day out, especially for those based around London or in the south. It’s typically quieter than most alternatives, and what it lacks in reliable sandy stretches it compensates for with spectacular views of the Seven Sisters cliffs. Cuckmere Haven beach, also surrounded by... Continue Reading →
Tales from a Tent – a new adventure!
By way of small update, I wanted to announce the launch of my second website, Tales from a Tent! For any travel or camping fans, this will represent a more focussed exploration of the topic, whereas Tom’s Tales of Woe are considerably more general. It’s taken a fair degree of effort to prepare it, though... Continue Reading →
Campsites set to open in the Peak District –
Is the end in sight? With UK lockdown restrictions imminently anticipated to ease, including the re-opening of campsites, I’d tentatively wager that spring planning can commence. Presently, amidst other updates, April 12th remains poised to permit self-contained accommodation, which includes campsites. With this potential in mind, where better to explore than the Peak District? This... Continue Reading →
Exploring Scafell Pike – wild camping with this Lake District giant
Scafell Pike Towering 978m above sea level, Scafell Pike is the UK’s tallest point, making summiting this enjoyable ascent an immense achievement. Gifted to the National Trust as a WWI memorial for conservation, there’s plenty of room for exploration! Several routes ascend to Scafell Pike, the most popular stretching 5.7 miles into the clouds. Despite... Continue Reading →
Tented wild camping in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides – how to explore
Why wild camping? If you’re wondering, why wild camping? In a tent? Stay tuned – I promise it redeems itself. As with mainland Scotland, the Outer Hebrides permit wild camping anywhere you might desire (that’s not private or specifically excluded). This generates fantastic opportunities for a truly unforgettable holiday! In the volatile wilderness of the... Continue Reading →