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It’s not till it happens to us that we deal with situations that are life limiting or life changing.

So sometimes we really do have to try and understand being in someone else’s shoes to help, support and have some understanding of life for them.

For a while now I have been working with Wild with Wheels looking at providing accessible walks for people with a range of physical, mental and neuro diverse needs.

The simple act of walking, which some people, unfortunately are unable to complete, means they are limited to where they can go and what they can do. I am grateful to have this opportunity to help people with these accessibility issues to get out and enjoy nature.

Over the next two months over eight walks, I’m going to be sharing my time with people who would like to join me in getting outside. Every walk will have been pre-assessed to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all participants. From visiting Dover Castle and meeting the choughs to Solleys Ice Cream Parlour being out in the countryside and Pegwell Bay a real treat by the sea.

All the current walks are in the Sandwich, Deal and Dover Area with Gini the lead at Wild with Wheels also offering walks in these localities and Folkestone. As the work and team expands with Gini’s guidance there will be more happening across Kent but it will take time. We will be lucky to have Gini along on several occasions during the eight weeks I am currently leading.

If you’re interested in coming along to one of the walks, then please book by:

Phone: 07787 181550

info@wildwithwheels.com

GOGA Wild with Wheels (Free accessible guided nature experience) 8 weeks Tickets, Wed 7 Jun 2023 at 10:30 | Eventbrite=0  

Follow all the walks on both Tamsin | my_jones_life (@my_jones_life) | Instagram and Wild with Wheels (@wild_with_wheels) | Instagram and here on the blog.

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As a part of a family weekend, we visited Monopoly Lifesized, and this is what we thought.

We had good fun and played on the city board but…

Price for six was £307 and we discussed at the end and decided it was expensive for what it was. In total there were four teams of six so 24 people in the room with four staff for the entire game. If you were a group of less than six you may be put with another group. Each team had a playing piece, our playing piece was great throughout the game. Some rooms were small and tight for 6 adults standing. The game lasted 90 minutes and we were kept busy the entire time. We did really well (we won) but some families with young children didn’t do so well with winning properties by completing the activities set. Some of the tasks would have been too high up for smaller children to read and complete.

The decor was great, and the game could be absolutely amazing if some adjustments were made.

The prize for winning was £5 to spend on pictures only, they take the pictures and are £20+, this seems a little pathetic and tight considering the cost and we didn’t use it.

Staff on entry and in the shop were ok but I felt like just a number to them and that they just wanted us in and out, a real shame as the characters were brilliant.

I booked a table at the Top Hat the restaurant and bar and I spent £57 for, 3 Pepsi, 2 cocktails, a glass of champagne and a red bull.

It was good fun we just felt it was expensive for what it was, and I was then sent a link to get 25% off my next visit the day after we visited!

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Later this month I am off to work with The Big Cat Sanctuary’s conservation partners at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya where I will learn more about the work that they undertake and support them in completing daily tasks.

Follow me to keep updated with the trip, win some fabulous prizes and take part in Q&A sessions.

Check out my fundraising page here.

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Exploring Ham Fen with Kent Wildlife Trust on their Dusk Wilder Kent Safari

I was lucky to be invited to take the Kent Wildlife Dusk Wilder Kent Safari Tour to learn about the beavers re-introduction project.

Based at Ham Fen near Deal in Kent the beaver project is a hidden gem. Not open to the public you will need to book one of their experiences to enjoy and learn about the amazing work they do at the fen. I can’t tell you how many times I have driven past and known nothing about the work they have done. And I’m not going to spoil it by telling you everything so you can all go and enjoy one of their experiences too.

The project started in 2001 and has grown from 100 acres to 130 acres of beautiful wild land inhabiting not just the beavers but, birds, insects, cattle and water buffaloes.

I had a fantastic evening and although I hoped we would see a beaver I know these are wild animals and we are not guaranteed to see any. I saw so many other animals and learnt so much about something that is right on my door step.

I would recommend to anyone interested in nature and wanting the chance to explore somewhere not many can to take a look at Kent Wildlife’s Experiences here.

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Spring at Savill Garden

After an airport drop off at Heathrow for a friend I wanted to find somewhere to go and explore before I headed home. After some searching I found Savill Garden a part of the Windsor Great Park Estate.

It was so lovely to hear the birds singing a morning chorus, the squirrels exploring and numerous pheasants foraging amongst the emerging spring flowers. 

Already a beautiful display of colour is on display at the gardens and the gardens have been very well thought out for all times of the year. I loved the bright colours of the cornus stems against the background of the gardens and the blankets of daffodils and crocuses that covered sections of the grass areas.

A few sections of the gardens were closed off for maintenance but that’s to be expected at this time of year. I will definitely be heading back again later in the year to see the roses in bloom and take in the all summer offerings in the gardens.

With a coffee shop and restaurant on site you can enjoy a lovely meal or something a little lighter during your visit, I enjoyed a light lunch at The Gallery Café.

There is lots of parking but I can imagine this gets busy, parking prices are above average for visit gardens (£12 for 3+ hours and payment by card only) and is not included in the entry price. There are also several walking routes from the car park including to the Cow Pond which was was renovated in 2012 to commemorate H.M. The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. 

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Then v Now

Past times exploring has given me so many special memories, this one seems so apt right now too far for me to reach and hold you my darling husband.

The children and I have grand plans for our lives and hold you in every thought.


St Michael’s Mount had been on our list for so long and so glad that we made it. With something a little special planned soon tied in with this beautiful place.

Then…

Now…

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A simple thank you

Today on International Woman’s Day I would like to thank everyone of you that has supported me, you may not think you have but every single one of you has in some way effected my life for the better and I cannot thank you enough for that. Never forget that small acts can sometimes be the most powerful.

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Explore and enjoy the experience to make unforgettable memories

Love is holding on to the memories only the heart can see. 💙
I can remember so much of our road trips, from working out what budget I had to play with to planning what we could do when we got there. I will never change that, making memories so we can remember with laughter when things didn’t go so right or when we ordered food that we didn’t really know what it was or the stunning scenery and so much more. My heart hurts so much that I now don’t have the other half of me but I have the wonderful children to continue to explore the world with. 🌍 We have some great trips planned so I’m hoping that most of them can go ahead with the ever changing world around us.

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Black Rock Sands

Black Rock Sands in North Wales holds many precious memories for us as a family. You can drive on the beach in your car with all your kit and enjoy a fantastic day at the beach. We are looking forward to visiting this beautiful beach again soon.

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Traveling in 2022

When traveling currently you should:

✅ Check covid rules before, during and after travel
✅ Complete passenger locator forms
✅ Ensure you respect the country you’re in and their rules and people
✅ Make sure you know your rough plans if someone got covid or if restrictions changed quickly
✅ Read your travel insurance (I honestly would never recommend going anywhere abroad without it). My life would have been so awful if I hadn’t had it when we went to Venice. You should always be prepared to pay for it if your prepared to pay for a holiday.

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