Welcome to our Holiday Blog
Enjoy reading through articles written by the Original Cottages team. There’s plenty here to keep you interested and inspired, with hot tips on what to see and do, where to eat and of course, recommendations of our favourite cottages to stay in! So get stuck in and let our ideas help you plan your next cottage holiday. We’d also love to hear from you, do get in touch at hello@originalcottages.co.uk and let us know about the amazing UK places you think we should write about.
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Nature
Keeping our National Parks full of song
If you love wildlife you’re probably drawn to the incredible habitats of our National Parks, and if you love bird watching there are few pleasures as great as spotting a rare little brown job on the Broads or a soaring bird of prey in the Lake…
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Things To Do
Messing About on the River
In this incredibly hot weather what better way to while away an hour or two than messing about on (or in!) the river? On Sunday, we took our visiting friends down to Bodiam Boating Station on the River Rother just outside Newenden.
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Things To Do
My experience of SUP yoga
I practice yoga regularly, it’s good for the body and the mind. Last weekend I thought I would take my practice to the next level and try stand up paddle board yoga or SUP Yoga as it is generally referred as.
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Things To Do
Top activities to do with the kids in Windermere this Summer
As the mum of a toddler I often struggle entertaining my son throughout the summer holidays but know he will enjoy a good dose of Lake District fresh air when the sun is out.
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Places To See
Focus on Suffolk
Lively market towns, enchanting Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and tranquil broads lined with little boats bobbing along its waters —
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Property Spotlight
Carus Green Golf Club Cottages
Carus Green, located in the historic market town of Kendal, has quickly become the Lake Distr
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A Swanage Wartime Childhood
Steeped in World War Two history, areas of the Isle of Purbeck were used for military training excercises and the attacks destroyed many houses in the town of Swanage.
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Things To Do
What to do on a rainy day in Dorset
If you happen to have a rare drizzly day on your next holiday to Dorset, don't let it stop you exploring all of the delights it has to offer!
Take a look below at what our lovely team get up to on a rainy day in this beautiful county!
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5 Tips For Packing To Go To Northumberland
If you are planning a trip to Northumberland, you may be concerned over what to pack. Weather can be changeable, and there are so many activities to do that you will need to be well equipped. Here are our top 5 tips:
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Places To See
Focus on Kent and Sussex
Be inspired by these truly local gems...
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Things To Do
Elterwater in Bloom
One of my favourite things about working at Original Cottages Lake District as we head into summer is the array of colourful blooms I’m fortunate to gaze upon whilst out checking properties for arrivals, it has even inspired me to create my own wi
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Things To Do
Our Favourite Walks in Dorset
Here at Original Cottages Dorset, we are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to Dorset walks. With so many places to enjoy in this wonderful county, we have asked our team for their favourite walks in the area.
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