I know its only January but its the month when most people are thinking about where they want to spend their summer days with their families, whether it be abroad or in the fabulous UK. Staycation is getting more and more popular with record numbers of people holidaying on home soil, many reasons for this, risk of terrorism, Brexit, value for money, but I think one of the greatest reasons is that ...

Its that time of year where you want to get on as spring is around the corner, but, its that time of year where you want to just hibernate and get someone to wake you in 60 days when the days will be longer and slightly warmer. How do we deal with this? well, I think its all about having an adventure to look forward to, maybe something planned with your family or friends, or maybe an adventure on ...

everyone likes the thought of having their own log burner but for some its not practical, or doesn't suit the style of the property, thats why here at Southview luxury lodges each lodge has their burner with endless supply of our own logs! Theres nothing quite like being snuggled up on the sofa with your other half, watching a romantic movie with the fire lit! We do find that people sometimes...

Its that wonderful time of year where there is much excitement everywhere we go, shops are busy and people are focused, but I also find it a time where we can get so wrapped up (literally) in what we are doing that we can forget to do the important things like sitting down with the children and playing a game, or finding out their true understanding of Christmas. The kids will say to me, mummy can...

At Southview fishery the fishing has been good this week, largest common carp out was 17lbs on kingfisher lake, lovely healthy fish and the guests PB. Fishing has been slower on Willow lake due to spauning, so we advise that you leave the fish alone and fish Kingfisher and Heron lake. Lots of wildlife spotted this week including the return of the resident Beautiful kingfisher. ...