Monthly Archives: January 2016

25Jan/16
Jo Brand in Doncaster

An urban adventure with Jo Brand and Sport Relief

On Sunday, I had a little child-free day out of my own. To Doncaster in South Yorkshire. I know, right? It’s not the most glamourous of towns, but then I’m used to that. It wasn’t to do anything particularly adventurous, well unless you call walking at a steady pace through the town centre adventurous. There wasn’t even a prize at the end of my walk. So why did I bother? Continue reading

02Jan/16
The Spa at Butlin's Skegness

The Spa at Butlin’s Skegness

UPDATE – The Spa at Butlin’s Skegness has now closed and in its place is yet another amusement arcade. I am keeping this post up as a lovely reminder of some of the best few hours I’ve had to myself over the last 20 years! Please don’t try and book the spa now as it’s not there, sorry.

See our review of Butlin’s Standard Accommodation

From our trip to Butlin’s Skegness in 2016………

During our recent family holiday to Butlin’s Skegness, I was invited to try out The Spa. While I tend to focus on family activities, the chance to do something for me, for just a few hours is too much to resist. Well, would you say no? Continue reading