Paul's craft has been honed and sharpened over two decades working with wood, his vision is to create a legacy of high quality distinctive furniture, lighting and homewares creating heirlooms made to last for generations. Paul's works include bespoke furniture, cabinetry, woodturning and all aspects in between using both modern and traditional making techniques. Paul has been a professional woodworker for almost 25 years. Living and working on the edge of Dartmoor with his family and two energetic collies. Now concentrating on designing and making bespoke furniture and homewares. All his timber is sourced locally where possible from sustainable sources. "My vision for PJW WoodWorks is to create beautiful, distinctive high quality furniture and homewares which reflect my passion and integrity for beautiful wood and contemporary design." We love these delightful hand turned vases. Created by a single piece of Ash and finished with an eco-friendly hardwax oil. Ash wood dried flower vase. — PJW WoodWorks Paul creates bespoke items of furniture giving you something very special and unique, an object that reflects your individuality and taste. Work — PJW WoodWorks Watch Paul at work on his YouTube channel. Here he is shows you the making process behind a triple bowl server, great for serving your favourite nibbles! Connect with Paul PJW Woodworks (@pjwwoodworks) • Instagram photos and videos PJW WoodWorks - YouTube PJW Woodworks | Facebook PJWWoodWorks (@pjwwoodworks) / Twitter PJW WoodWorks

Sliabh Liag known as the highest accessible sea cliffs in Europe reaching a height of 1,972 feet that is almost twice as high as the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Corrie Lake Sliabh Liag Sliabh Liag is located in South West Donegal, approximately 3 hours drive from Belfast, 3 hours from Galway and 4 hours from Dublin. Donegal is the most northerly county of Ireland on the North West Coast. The Belfast naturalist Robert Lloyd Praeger wrote in 1939 A tall mountain of nearly 2000 feet, precipitous on its northern side, has been devoured by the sea till the southern face forms a precipice likewise, descending on this side right into the Atlantic from the long knife-edge which forms the summit. The traverse of this ridge, the "One Man's Path", is one of the most remarkable walks to be found in Ireland - not actually dangerous, but needing a good head and careful progress on a stormy day....The northern precipice, which drops 1500 feet into the coomb surrounding the Little Lough Agh, harbours the majority of the alpine plants of Slieve League, the most varied group of alpines to be found anywhere in Donegal. Watch this breathtaking drone footage below by Joe Langan. Did you know? Studies of plate tectonics tell us that Ireland once had a very different setting within world geography. In fact some 450 million years ago north-west Ireland belonged to a landmass (Laurentia) that is now mainly represented in North America, whereas the rest of Ireland lay beyond an ocean several thousand miles to the south and belonged to another plate. As the two plates moved toward each other, a mountain-building phase developed that is sometimes known as the Caledonian or Caledonide. Reference Ireland and Plate Tectonics (askaboutireland.ie) Map & Directions Reference Slieve League - Wikipedia

Boyeeghter Bay, commonly known as Murder Hole Beach, is one of the best beaches in Ireland. Murder Hole has often been considered one of Ireland’s mysterious beaches. Don't be put off by the name if you are looking for a special beach this is for you. The beach is situated on the Melmore head peninsula beside Downings in County Donegal, Ireland. It has cliffs, hills, dunes, and small caves. When the tide is in there are two beaches, which merge into one when the tide is out. There is a small tidal island roughly 15 meters from the shore, called Rough Island. @philaicken The official name of the beach, Boyeeghter Strand, derives from the Irish Trá Bhá Íochtair meaning the strand of the lower (or northern) bay. The common name of the beach, Murder Hole Beach, is rumoured to originate from the 1800s, when a young woman reputedly fell from a cliff near the beach. Other reports suggest that the name is derived from how the dangerous currents make swimming perilous. Watch the fabulous drone footage below that really captures this mysterious and beautiful beach. Map There is no straight road or signs that lead you to this beach. The beach is accessed across farmland with livestock so please be respectful of this and note that no dogs are allowed and its very dangerous to swim at here. As would be expected if you do visit please leave it as you found it and take all rubbish home. Taken From Donegal News In a bid to avoid a repeat of last year they have had to close off access to the beach. They stress though that it is not their intention to keep it that way. As soon as certain issues are ironed out the Murder Hole will be reopened to the public. Family issues appeal over access to Murder Hole beach - Donegal News

Hidden away within the British Isles are some truly remarkable places to visit. That most of us don’t even know are out there. There are majestic mountains, breathtaking sites, waterfalls, and other natural wonders waiting for us to explore. Lets start in Ireland... The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland The Dark Hedges is an avenue of beech trees along Bregagh Road between Armoy and Stranocum in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The trees form an atmospheric tunnel that has been used as a location in HBO series, Game of Thrones ®. “One of the most photographed natural phenomena in Northern Ireland and a popular attraction for tourists from across the world” James Stuart built Gracehill House in c.1775. The family planted an avenue of over 150 beech trees along the entrance to the Georgian estate. It was intended as a compelling landscape feature to impress visitors as they approached Gracehill House. Two centuries later, the ethereal tunnel remains a magnificent sight and has become known as The Dark Hedges, one of the most photographed natural phenomena in Northern Ireland and a popular attraction for tourists from across the world. Reference & more information. THE DARK HEDGES - Causeway Coast & Glens Heritage Trust CCGHT Map Avebury Stone Circle, Wiltshire, England Avebury is a World Heritage Site for it's outstanding Neolithic and Bronze Age landscape, The stone circles and henge monument are particularly unusual, not just because it is the largest stone circle in the world but also for the fact that it is the only stone circle with a village built within it. @k_mich_hodge Constructed over several hundred years in the Third Millennium BC, during the Neolithic, or New Stone Age, the monument comprises a large henge with a large outer stone circle and two separate smaller stone circles situated inside the centre of the monument. Its original purpose is unknown, although archaeologists believe that it was most likely used for some form of ritual or ceremony. The Avebury monument is a part of a larger prehistoric landscape containing several older monuments nearby, including West Kennet Long Barrow, Windmill Hill and Silbury Hill. Avebury | National Trust Map The Devil’s Appendix, Snowdonia, Wales Nant Clogwyn y Geifr (Devil's Appendix) is the tallest single-drop waterfall in Wales and one of the tallest in the United Kingdom. It is a plunge style waterfall located on the Clogwyn y Geifr cliffs beside Twll Du in Cwm Idwal, Snowdonia, Wales. It is formed where a small stream falls for approximately 305 feet (93 metres) to reach the slopes above Llyn Idwal. Depending on flow and the ambient temperature, it can be either an ice climbing route, a single drop waterfall, or a broken waterfall. Map The Isles of Scilly The Isles of Scilly is an archipelago off the southwestern tip of Cornwall. One of the islands, St Agnes, is the most southerly point in England, being over 4 miles further south than the most southerly point of the British mainland at Lizard Point. St Mary’s is the gateway to the other islands and as close to ‘busy’ as you’re going to get here with its population of 1,800. Bryher is rugged and wild and watching the waves thunder into Hell bay is exhilarating, on the other side of the islands the beaches are serene. St. Agnes is untamed and full of history - mounds, cairns and bronze age standing stones. Tesco is a subtropical island that has rugged outcroppings, pristine beaches, culinary flair, ancient burial sites, castle ruins and the world famous Tresco Abbey Gardens – home to over 20,000 exotic plants, many of which cannot be found anywhere else in Britain. St Martins Isles of Scilly With a surface area of only 2.5 square miles, St Martin’s has perfect beaches, considered by many to be the best stretches of sand in Britain. Scilly Dark Skies Week is held here between 2 and 9 October 2021 it is a celebration of grassroots astronomy and the Isles of Scilly’s wondrously dark night skies, hosted by the islands’ community observatory on St Martin’s. Dark Skies Week - COSMOS Community Observatory St Martins on Scilly (cosmosscilly.co.uk) Welcome To The Isles of Scilly - Visit Isles of Scilly Map

Hidden in a secluded spot in Cumbria surrounded by nature this perfect off-grid Scandinavian design luxury cabin will steal your heart. The cabin is placed in carefully selected locations that change every 28 days making this escape a truly magical experience. The beautifully made cabin is built to the highest quality housing standards, it is intelligently engineered for year-round occupancy, it is extremely thermally efficient utilising Thermafleece insulation and double glazing, meaning it is warm in winter and cool in summer. The cabin is designed to leave as little impact on the environment a possible. The cabin has some wonderful luxurious details and finishing touches such as a marble clad wet room, contemporary brass fittings, ash flooring and ash worktops. There is a large panoramic window, nearly the width and height of the cabin, framing the woodland view, and a decking area for outside dining or just hanging out admiring the surroundings. There is also wood-fired hot tub for whiling away the evening and a fire pit with seating area. What more could you ask for? The owners, John and Hannah want you to be able to fully immerse yourself in nature; improving your wellbeing in comfort, and we are sure that the Hinterlandes Cabin will meet your expectations and allow you to truly relax and explore the beautiful Cumbrian surroundings. John and Hannah help with farm diversification and supplement income for landowners. The accommodation is totally off-grid, leaving no footprint; a retreat from the pressures and stress of everyday life. Exterior Features Marble wet room Wood-fired hot tub Raised decking area HAY design exterior lounge chairs Fire pit and blanket for chilly nights Interior Features Navigator little cod wood stove Smeg 2 burner gas hob Thermostatic marble clad shower Fridge/Freezer Compost toilet Bower and Wilkins bluetooth sound system iPad with access to pre-downloaded Netflix films and music (if no wifi signal) Duck feather cushions, pillows and duvets Double bed with award-winning memory foam mattress from EMMA Egyptian cotton linens Handmade soaps and shampoo USB charger to charge devices High quality utensils and crockery Games, books and maps Espresso stove top Wall to ceiling feature window Current Location The Lorton Valley/Lake District Nr Crummock Water. The map is not the actual location, but a nearby area. Booking Booking — Hinterlandes When you arrive one of the team will meet you and handover the key. The wood stove will be on ready and waiting. If you have pre-requested the hot tub to be lit upon arrival. If you are arriving in the dark, you will be provided with torches. Once in the cabin you will find an iPad with all the information you will need and helpful instructions relating to how things work, places to eat and things to do. Connect Cabin — Hinterlandes hinterlands (@hinterlandes) • Instagram photos and videos Hinterlandes | Facebook

Leverint Lighting has just opened for business – launching an innovative portfolio of new products aimed at prestige homes, hotels, and blue-chip businesses. Based in Enfield, London, the new company’s founders Andrew Print, John Leveridge and Lee Rowland offer an exciting skill set combination with more than 50 years experience in lighting design and glass artistry. Their creations deliver a fusion of the timeless elegance of classic glass blowing with innovative modern styling that sets the range apart. Leverint is blessed with its own UK production studios where the team creates sophisticated hand- blown glass arrangements to precise personal specifications. It then complements the specialised lighting pieces with the finest components, hand-crafting them in-house for the highest standards of quality. Chief designer Andrew Print said : “We are proud to offer limited-edition and bespoke designs - specialising in exclusive lighting pieces which enhance the beauty of both personal and commercial living and working environments." “We will be not only offering a collection of high-quality lights but also a unique bespoke design service - working with customers every step of the way, sharing ideas and concepts and turning their vision into eye-catching and illuminating interior design features.” Custom Made Lighting Let your imagination run wild and produce something truly unique which reflects your personal creativity. Leverint offer the option to custom make truly exclusive creations. With a variety of different profile and coloured hand blow glass options for you to choose from. They also have several hand plated metalwork finishes, range of flex colours and the latest dimmable LED bulbs. A Five Step Bespoke Service Leverint will work with you every step of the way whether its from designing something modest to monumental – sharing ideas and concepts and turning your vision into eye-catching and illuminating interior design features that will transform your home, living and working environments into a work of art. Using only the finest materials when hand-crafting their lighting pieces. Their artisans are highly accomplished in their field; they offer uncompromising attention to detail; and continuously strive for excellence. Leverint produces lighting pieces that complement your surroundings beautifully, helping you create something truly special that no one else in the world will be able to emulate. Consultation Leverint support you with patience, advice and expertise giving you unprecedented access to professional lighting and glass consultants. Few companies can offer such personal support and attention to detail. Design review Leverint help you create a truly personal product by offering thousands of different custom-build options where you can choose everything from the number of shades and type of premium quality bulbs to a host of colours, options and attachments. Manufacturing Unlike most exclusive lighting companies Leverint have their own UK production studios where they create personalised hand-blown glass, made exclusively to your personal specification. Assembly All Leverint products are hand-crafted in the UK studio by experienced lighting engineers and glass-blowers. Complete guidance on installation either directly with the client or the project contractor. ‍ "Imagine – your own lighting design, a reflection of your own creativity, setting your home or working environment apart from every other." Studio The doors of the studio in Brimsdown, Enfield are open. Please find the directions below. Connect With Leverint Lighting Leverint | Home Leverint Lighting (@leverintlighting) • Instagram photos and videos Leverint Lighting | LinkedIn Leverint Lighting | Facebook Pinterest

The United Nations designated 2017 the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development - an opportunity to raise global awareness about how responsible tourism can act as a vehicle for positive change. @andyourstorycontinues The three pillars of sustainable tourism are employing environmentally friendly practices (reduce, reuse, recycle); protecting cultural and natural heritage (restoring historic buildings or saving endangered species); and providing tangible social and economic benefits for local communities. Slow Travel The slow travel movement is an off-shoot of the slow food movement. The slow food movement was sparked by local Italians protesting against the opening of a McDonald’s in Rome in 1986. They wanted to protect traditional Italian cuisine and culture, and championed slow food over fast food. The slow food movement advocates supporting local farmers, eating local produce and preserving regional dishes. Slow travel fundamentally works in the same way. It focuses on meeting and supporting local people and businesses and it relies on the idea that a trip is meant to educate and have an emotional impact, in the present moment and for the future, while remaining sustainable for local communities and the environment. Because of this, slow travel is often considered low impact and you experience a deeper sense of place enjoying a slower pace and being able to enjoy the whole experience instead of feeling exhausted on you're return. You may also find Slow Travel being referred to as responsible, ethical, mindful, sustainable or low-impact travel. @willvanw Old Harry Rocks Supporting Local Businesses Small and independent businesses are at the heart of our communities and it’s now more important than ever for the community to get behind them and show our support. The economist and author Michael Schuman highlighted this by saying that when you support local business ‘control moves from the boardrooms of distant corporations and back into the community where it belongs’. "A strong culture of buying locally is the foundation of a sustainable local economy." When your shopping think about going directly to the locals and keeping the money within the community. Think of it like this when you buy from a local shop they will use that money in another local shop and so on... so that money will then circulate throughout the whole community and help the local area thrive. Buying from local business is supporting the people who have helped make the British Isles what it is today. Not only are you more likely to get a better service and shopping experience but you are encouraging locals to pass on skills from generations passed which not only provide more local jobs but keep our rich culture and heritage alive. @rhianwymandesign @leverintlighting @the_rhubarb_candle_company Stay in Local Accommodation Staying in local accommodation is a good way to meet local people. It also supports the local economy, rather than supporting foreign-owned chain hotels. At Hermes & Hestia we connect you with the property owners so you can book with them directly. Places like Airbnb also offer the same kind of arrangement. You could also try other ideas like house sitting or volunteering holidays. These are really great ways to get to know the locals, contribute, and become part of the community whilst slow traveling. @unplugged.rest @storrshall @hergest_lee Slow Travel And The Environment From an environmental point of view, slow travel is beneficial. Travelling to fewer places means less need to use transport or take flights. If you’re based in the British Isles instead of booking a flight out of here - look at what's here right under our noses! Slow travel is also about local experiences so here are a few interesting facts to get you going… The British Isles consists of two countries: The United Kingdom and the Irish Republic, there are also 3 dependencies: Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man. The UK is four countries: England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. The highest mountain in the British Isles is Ben Nevis located near Fort William In Scotland, the 10 highest mountains in England are all in the English Lake District Cumbria, Carrauntoohil is the highest peak in Ireland, The Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland was made by crystallising lava and its around 50-60 million years old, The Tay Bridge in Scotland is the longest bridge in the British Isles, Stonehenge was built with rocks quarried 180 miles away in Wales, The Cliffs of Moher in County Clare are Ireland's most visited attraction, The clocktower known as Big Ben is actually named Elizabeth Tower, Wales' nickname is "The Land of Song, "William Shakespeare is the UK's greatest cultural icon and Scotland is the birthplace and home of golf! that's just to get you started. With so much history, culture and fascinating places to visit around the British Isles we are sure you wont get stuck for ideas! You can make a start by using our interactive map and see what's close to you!

This week, we saw eight chefs from across the UK battle it out in the hope of being one of four finalists to have the opportunity of cooking a dish at the banquet and ultimately be in with a chance of being crowned this year’s Champion of Champions at the sixteenth series finale of BBC Two’s Great British Menu. Those competing included Rothay Manor’s Dan McGeorge, Stuart Collins, Roberta Hall-McCarron, Oli Marlow, Hywel Griffith, Alex Bond, Phelim O’Hagan and Jude Kereama, who all won their respective regional qualifying rounds to make it through to finals week. As finals week progressed, we saw the eight chefs battle it out each night as they cooked a single course for the judges in the hope of securing a place at Friday’s banquet as they aimed to follow in the footsteps of culinary heavyweights including the likes of Richard Corrigan, Marcus Wareing, Jason Atherton, Glynn Purnell and Tom Kerridge. The starter was deservedly won by Alex Bond, with his dish ‘The Founding Father’ a tribute to Robert Edwards, a pioneer of IVF, with Dan McGeorge falling short with his dish. Dan then achieved a respectable mid-table place with his fish course, as Roberta Hall-McCarron won with ‘Maxwell’s Colour Wheel’, her tribute to James Clerk Maxwell. Unfortunately, we saw Dan falter with his main course, as Oli Marlow claimed the top spot with ‘Special Delivery’, his tribute to both the creation of the world wide web and the ingenuity of those working in the hospitality industry who rose to the challenges thrown at them by the pandemic. So, with nothing to lose, we saw Dan dust himself down in his bid to make the dessert course his own. On this occasion his determination and perseverance paid off, as we saw him claim the last course at the banquet with his dessert. ‘Give A Dog A Bone’ celebrates the training of the first four guide dogs by Muriel Crooke and Rosamund Bond at their modest lock-up garage in Wallasey, Merseyside, in 1931. Since then Guide Dogs has transformed over 36,000 lives thanks to their dedicated staff and volunteers and the vital support of the public. Dan’s dish featured a bone shaped milk chocolate mousse, with a miso caramel centre, sprayed in chocolate, served with a miso caramel sauce, salted caramel ice cream, honeycomb miso tuille and yuzu gel and zest. As a result of the pandemic, the series finale was itself a little unique, as viewers tuned in to witness GBM’s first ever socially distanced outdoor banquet, held at Jodrell Bank Observatory. During which each of the finalists’ prepared, cooked and served up their respective dishes. That is unfortunately with the exception of Oli Marlow, who was forced to self-isolate in line with Covid guidelines. As a result the other three finalists stepped up to help Oli out by preparing, cooking and serving his dish. Once the invited guests had finished dining they were asked to vote for their favourite dish, with Dan McGeorge’s pudding creation proving to be a firm favourite, resulting in him being crowned series 16’s ‘Champion of Champions.’ Commenting on his win Dan said: ‘‘I still can’t quite believe that I’ve had the opportunity to represent the North West, my hometown of Liverpool and my adopted home, the Lake District on a show I’ve followed for years. It’s been a roller coaster journey, really exciting to be involved with but also pretty challenging, especially being on camera with so much going on while you’re trying to do your job and cook food to a really high standard. Having a camera on you all the time is a very different way of working that’s for sure. To be recognised as Champion of Champions is just mind blowing, especially after having cooked alongside some really amazing chefs who’ve produced some incredible food. It hasn’t sunk in really and won’t for a bit yet, but my family, my partner and daughter are over the moon for me and that means everything.’’ Dan McGeorge 30-year-old Liverpudlian, Dan McGeorge, is new to Great British Menu, he thrives in a competitive environment, having previously been a semi-finalist twice in National Chef of the Year. After studying for a law degree, in 2011 Dan decided to attend Liverpool Community College and develop his passion for cooking. Since then, Dan has worked in several high-profile kitchens including The Bath Priory under exec chef Sam Moody and under Ben Mounsey at modern European restaurant The Lawns at Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa. For over three years, Dan has been head chef at Rothay Manor, Ambleside, a boutique hotel and restaurant in the heart of the Lake District, and during his tenure he has earned the restaurant 3 AA Rosettes and most recently a Michelin Plate. Dan also recently achieved a 2020 Acorn Award, which recognises the brightest stars in UK hospitality under the age of thirty. Photo credit: Optomen Television © 2020. An all3media Company. Fine Dining in Ambleside, Lake District | Rothay Manor Ambleside

Being around nature and greenery helps calm the mind. Nature is serene and the sense of peace that we get from spending time in it can reduce fatigue, stress and regulates the nervous system and immunity. Just being in nature for a few minutes promotes mindfulness and feelings of gratitude. The natural quiet helps clear the mind of unnecessary worry and anger, releasing endorphins that evoke feelings of pleasure and make you feel happier. Sadly finding solace in nature is not easy in this hustle and bustle of everyday life. With our constant notification's, zoom calls, and endless scrolling we are finding ourselves more detached than ever! So we were thrilled to come across Ben and Hector who are "on a mission to help you unplug from your devices so that you can recharge." Offering three beautifully designed offline and off-grid cabins - just an hour or so away from London. With promises of rolling hills and magical forests... we had to find out more. The cabins have everything you'd need for a super comfortable stay from all the cooking essentials you'd expect plus super soft towels and very nice smelling toiletries in the bathroom. The cabin is stocked well with good books and a digital free welcome pack including treasures like a Polaroid camera for taking instant snaps, a custom map to help you explore the area and even a few postcards to send to a loved ones to remind them to take some time off. The view from the cabin is something else and once you step outside the surrounding area it continues to amaze. Go and explore the forests and rolling hills to see if you can find wild deer and bouncing bunnies roaming around. Just remember to pack some good walking boots! With local pubs that are within a 30 minute walk of the cabin you can enjoy time off from cooking or you can stock up on essentials and a good bottle or two of something chilled and enjoy alfresco dining or a picnic under the stars. For a true digital detox you can lock your phone away … well actually that's part of the deal! I hear you all asking what if I need to contact someone? Well this clever pair thought of it all and provided each cabin with an old-school Nokia, you know the one you used to play snake on? So if you need to get in touch with them, or a nearby pub you can. If you need someone to be able to get in touch with you during your stay, you can share the Nokia number with them before you lock your phone away at the cabin. So the final question is when are you going to book and experience a life UNPLUGGED? Approximate Location Book & Find Out More Unplugged - digital detoxes at off-grid cabins Social Media Unplugged (@unplugged.rest) • Instagram photos and videos Hectors Lessons Learnt Launching Unplugged (Blog) Unplugging (substack.com)

Rhian produces elegantly handwoven goods in the Royal Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. All of her beautiful products are designed, handwoven, darned, washed and tentered by Rhian herself, using traditional techniques throughout. Contemporary designs and colour placements are influenced by Rhian’s interpretation of surrounding environments that she finds inspiring. One of the essential processes of setting up the loom is called warp winding. Its where you transfer the yarn from the cone to a measured length on the warping frame. Repeating this process till you have enough ends for the width of the loom. Just this one process alone usually takes Rhian a day to complete. You can watch Rhian's truly beautiful, inspiring video below that tells a fantastic story of her craft and shows you how she produces her incredible, handwoven throws. ​ "Colour helps you feel - so you can feel emotions through different colour combinations. Its not till its on the tenter frame that I really see the true magic of the colours pushed through together. That's when you can stand back and really appreciate the work that I have just put into all that and how wonderful and lovely it looks and feels." After graduating with a BA Hons Degree in Textile design in 2014, Rhian undertook a year of internships with several established designer makers. This led to her becoming a weaving assistant for Sioni Rhys Handweavers, and weaving the cloth for the National Eisteddfod crown 2016 with them. This journey helped her to gather techniques, skills and experiences enabling Rhian to design and develop her own brand of high quality woven goods in April 2017. Since starting her own product range in April 2017, Rhian was made a member of the Gloucestershire Guild of Craftsmen in April 2018. Threading - each thread of yarn has to be threaded through its own heddle and then grouped through the reed. "Making each throw unique means that only you will own that one, so their is only going to be one kind of that in the world, there wont even be two exactly the same" Throws Throws are made from Lambs Wool sourced from a mill in the UK. They are designed to come half way up the bed and all the way to the floor. The Lichen Collection below is inspired by the coast line of the Hebridean islands. The tones in the rocks can be found within the multiple shades of grey woven within the throws. The flash of blue imitates the crystal sea where the larger section of yellow reflects the lichen that is slowly inhabiting the grey rocks. On closer inspection you can see that the weave mimics the pattern of the waves. Lichen - King Throw Rhian Wyman Design throws are one of a kind, no two throws are identical, this throw is completely unique and will not be reproduced exactly the same. The Porthclais Collection below is inspired by the late autumn shades found within the tiny Pembrokeshire harbour. Above the water line, the wet rock defines itself with a harsh, black border and is followed by a striking layer of yellowy, orange lichen. The true colour of the rock shines grey before it is overgrown with the green, hardy grass. The sharp points of the jagged rock have been picked out in the weave pattern. Porthclais - King Throw The Eco Range We love it that Rhian has created an Eco Range. She uses fabric trimmings from her throws, maximising the use of high quality woven material. Helping to make Rhian Wyman Design a sustainable business with limited wastage. "I am creating something that could be potentially passed down and just be made part of their families history" Scarves Rhian also designs and creates extremely beautiful woven scarves and shawls. Each one being one of a kind, no two are identical, they are completely unique and will not be reproduced exactly the same. All of Rhian's designed are available to see and purchase on her website. Handwoven | Rhian Wyman Design | Gloucestershire You can keep up to date with all the latest by following Rhian Wyman Design on social media. Rhian Wyman Design | Facebook Rhian Wyman Design (@rhianwymandesign) • Instagram photos and videos

Breathtaking places to visit, from sandy coves to mountain treks, open moorland, historic forests and picturesque dales, there is truly something for everyone. Amazingly there are still many lesser known hidden treats to discover that we seek out and quietly share amongst our followers... we hope you enjoy them! Photography Andrew Ridley (@aridley88) Eigg The Inner Hebrides Eigg – an island grouped within the Inner Hebrides is to be found about halfway up the west coast of Scotland, a ferry ride from the mainland ports of Mallaig and Arisaig. The island is small, about 5 miles by 3.5 miles but what it lacks in size it certainly more than makes up for in beauty. The word that you’ll hear regularly on the island is the Sgurr or An Sgurr is the huge pitchstone rock that dominates the island, it was created as a result of a volcanic flow that was forced along a river bed between land masses that eventually fell away and left the only peak on the island. The islands name Eigg was taken from an old Norse word for Notch or Wedge which refers to the shape of the Sgurr. With over 100 permanent residents on the island, a vibrant population welcomes visitors, there’s a flourishing artistic community on the island with many musicians and crafts folk calling Eigg home. There are regular concerts, ceilidhs and workshops to attend so check the islands tourist board website for information on dates and times. Amazingly the island has turned to solar wind and water power to generate all of its own renewable energy turning its back on fossil fuels. It owns and manages its own electricity production, truly impressive. Full post click here. Photography Jack B Nervum Durdle Door The Jurassic Coast Durdle Door is one of the Jurassic Coast’s most iconic landscapes. The rocks that make the arch at Durdle Door on the Jurassic Coast are thought to be approximately 140 million years old! Durdle Door is part of Lulworth Estate, which is owned and managed by the Weld family. However it’s free to visit. To access the pebble beach is on foot via a path and steps over the hill from Lulworth Cove you will need to walk along a steep downhill path, and a further 143 steps. St Michael's Mount Cornwall St Michael's Mount is one of 43 unbridged tidal islands that one can walk to from mainland Britain. The island is connected to the town of Marazion by a man‑made causeway of granite setts, passable between mid‑tide and low water. It is managed by the National Trust, the castle and chapel have been the home of the St Aubyn family since 1650. Set in the cobbled path, leading up to the castle is this heart‑shaped rock. Legend states that this stone is the petrified heart of the Cormoran, one of the most fearsome giants to have inhabited Cornwall. He made his home atop of the mount and when he wasn't hurling stones at other giants he made a general nuisance of himself by stealing livestock and terrifying the locals. A cunning plan was hatched to dig an enormous hole and lure the giant into it. It worked and now all that remains is his stone heart on the cobblestone path. See if you can find it ‑ we did. The legend continues that if you put your ear near enough to the heart stone you will hear the giant's heartbeat ! Let us know if you hear it... Kelly Hall Tarn Kelly Hall Tarn is a small tarn in the beautiful Lake District just five minutes walk from the road. Its name is said to be derived from a nearby building that has since disappeared. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Old Man of Coniston Kelly tarn offers photographers and walkers some pretty fabulous views! Lagangarbh Hut Scotland The iconic Lagangarbh Hut under the foothills of the Buachaille Etiv Mor mountain range is the only building in the vicinity of Buachaille Etive Mor and sits adjacent to the River Coupall. Lagangarbh Hut, popularly referred to as a cottage and was once thought to be a crofting home. Since 1946, the hut has been maintained by the Scottish Mountaineering Club and owned by the National Trust of Scotland. who make it available to hire as accommodation; up to 30 people can be accommodated. Inside, the hut remains largely traditional and has the local Ballachulish slate roofing and was extensively renovated in 1994. Parking for the hut depends on the state of the track leading off south from the A82 at Altnafeadh. If this track is not navigable by car, park in the layby on the opposite (north) side of the A82. Follow the track to the River Coupall, take the footbridge and follow the subsequent path ‑briefly‑ to the hut. Three Cliffs Bay in the Gower Peninsula, South Wales Gower Peninsula Wales The Gower Peninsula is in South Wales, and is known for its beautiful golden, sandy beaches and mysterious rocky coves, charming villages and past hidden coves, forts and medieval castles. Gower’s coastline is home to over 20 beaches, and they range from long stretches of sand to secluded coves which lie among Gower’s fascinating limestone cliffs. The Gower Peninsula was Britain’s first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Kilchurn Castle Kilchurn Castle is a ruined structure on a rocky peninsula at the northeastern end of Loch Awe, in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It was first constructed in the mid‑15th century as the base of the Campbells of Glenorchy, who extended both the castle and their territory in the area over the next 150 years. After the Campbells became Earls of Breadalbane and moved to Taymouth Castle, Kilchurn fell out of use and was in ruins by 1770. It is now in the care of Historic Environment Scotland and is open to the public in summer. Photography @am.basteir Isle Of Harris One of the most dramatic of all the Hebrides is Harris, a tiny island formed from the oldest rocks on earth, a breathtaking landscape of soaring mountains, wild moors, and breathtaking beaches. The legendary and fabulous Harris Tweed is weaved here by the local crofters. This is the only fabric that is protected by its own act of Parliament. The southern part of Harris is less mountainous, with numerous unspoilt, white sandy beaches on the west coast. North Harris, adjoining Lewis, contains Clisham the highest mountain in the Outer Hebrides at 799 metres (2,621 ft). Tarbert is the main port and main settlement of Harris, with a population of about 550. See Our Guide on Instagram Hermes & Hestia on Instagram: Explore The British Isles Hidden Gems • Instagram

The Wainstones are a stunning landmark offering some fantastic views - the magnificent sandstone crags with a number of interesting Bronze Age carvings and are the largest in the North York Moors. Climb Hasty Bank Hill and visit the fascinating Wainstones on a circular walk. The Wainstones are located near the village of Great Broughton and you can park at the Clay Bank car park. Starting at Clay Bank car park and climb Hasty Bank using the Cleveland Way National Trail. From the summit there are wonderful views of the Tees Valley and the nearby Roseberry Topping and Urra Moor. The route then descends on an adjacent footpath, passing Hasty Bank Farm before arriving back at the car park. This is a challenging walk but the footpaths are generally good and you are rewarded with truly wonderful views of the North York Moors for most of the way. Map & Directions More information & references Wainstones Walk Route (gps-routes.co.uk)