Author: Cat Hooper
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Kensington Palace Tour
As part of our whistle stop tour of the London tourist hotspots we headed to the Kensington Palace Tour. This gorgeous palace is on the edge of Hyde Park. Easily located just a short walk from Kensington Palace tube station. The iconic gates of the palace were embedded in my childhood memories. They formed…
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BBC Studio Tour Newcastle
Wow the Easter holidays have really gone in a flash. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Two lovely Bank Holidays in May to enjoy just around the corner! Over Easter we enjoyed lots of London fun, but we also managed to do some pretty cool stuff closer to home. The BBC Studio Tour Newcastle…
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Arbeia Roman Fort – South Shields
I have vague recollections from my own childhood of coming to the Arbeia Roman Fort with my Dad and little brother. I can remember climbing the steps of the reconstructed Fort. It was great fun to look out over the River Tyne across to North Shields. Until recently due to my parents relocation, I knew…
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George’s Great British Kitchen – Newcastle upon Tyne
Not sure if Newcastle is typical of other UK cities but there seems to be a boom in new restaurants opening. Slowly, but surely, we are making our way around the new Grey’s Quarter in Eldon Square. Being rubbish at planning ahead we have unsuccessfully attempted to secure a walk-up table at George’s Great British…
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Cafe Fish – Scarborough
Last weekend I packed my bags and headed down to Scarborough for my annual girls weekend. No kids, no responsibilities, plenty of chat and prosecco is the recurring theme of the trip. Our base for the stay is my parents holiday home, Meadowside. The four bedroomed home is located in the village of Burniston, some 5…
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Katjes Magic Candy Factory Newcastle
3D printers are the latest in technology, Imogen’s new school even has one in the computer labs. Last weekend, the girls made their own plastic robots at Science at Life’s Maker Faire, which showcased many 3D printers. The latest pop up concession at Fenwicks Newcastle brings this 3D technology to a whole new level….printing an…
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Cheviot View – Brownie Pack Holiday
As I sit typing this, my eyes feel really heavy and even a strong Costa coffee isn’t helping. Daylight saving time coupled with an action-packed Brownie holiday is taking it’s toll! Feel like the walking dead! This blog post is for mainly my guiding friends to talk about my experiences of organising my first ever…
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The Twits – Northern Stage
Not too long ago on Christmas Eve, we were at the Northern Stage watching an adaption of James & the Giant Peach. Tonight we were here for another Roald Dahl classic ,The Twits. Produced by the Curve and Rose Theatre Kingston, The Twits, is showing to sell-out audiences at Northern Stage from Tuesday 21st until Saturday 25th March. So popular…
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Naomi’s Wild & Scary Show, Easter Monday 2017
Do you have a budding Michaela Strachan or David Attenborough in your family? Do your children love nothing more than getting up close with wildlife? Then here’s a great idea to entertain them on Easter Monday. Escape the chocolate egg mountain and rubbish repeated TV movies by heading to the theatre to learn some cool animal…
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Newcastle Castle : The Gateway to Old Newcastle
Hard to believe that for my 34 years on this planet I’ve never visited Newcastle Castle. Must have walked or passed it on the Metro, heading into town hundred of times. Located high above the Quayside sandwiched between the High Level Bridge and main Railway line going into Central Station. The Newcastle Castle is very hard to miss!…