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Activities: Craigmillar Castle

Published on : February 2, 2016 Published by : Laura Crichton

Craigmillar castle is a favourite of ours for a number of reasons. In my mind it looks like a proper ‘castle’ type castle, complete with big walls and winding staircases. From the castle ramparts there are amazing views over the city and the surrounding area. All with the added bonus […]

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Activities: Edinburgh Castle

Published on : November 9, 2015 Published by : Laura Crichton

Sometime we forget about how lucky we are to have such a beautiful city all around us. Over the half term break, I spent a couple of days in Sussex and was sorry it wasn’t longer. I had been keen to spend a bit of time in Brighton wandering through […]

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Today was another lovely one: a run along the beac Today was another lovely one: a run along the beach to create some more questionable tan lines, before heading to Sheffield Park to see the waterlily festival, and then getting another visit to Tonbridge to see some of my nephews!! We had ice cream, went round a lake on pedal boats, and listened to a super audible book on the car that was so good we carried on listening at dinner! . Obviously all this was mixed in with a fair amount of the kids winding each other up, obnoxious behaviour, and some various moments of tears... but sometimes it does work out better to focus on the positives - as per my stories this morning 😁
Another view that’s NOT Edinburgh but thought yo Another view that’s NOT Edinburgh but thought you may appreciate it. Had an incredibly laid back day, with a slow breakfast and a meandering bike ride. With the rain closing in again, we took the kids for a drive up to Birling Gap @nationaltrust centre. Time to just breathe and listen to the sea (whilst slurping an ice cream!) . I spent the rest of the afternoon writing a blog post about capsule wardrobes for no particular reason other than I enjoy considering that kind of thing. Link in bio if you’re interested!
A change of scenery - it’s that time of year whe A change of scenery - it’s that time of year where my username really doesn’t work for me! I get confused messages to my DM asking for locations and recommends... yet for all that - I still can’t think of an alternate name that fits! I play around with words like wandering or meandering but then get a heads ache and just close the app! So rather than overthinking - here’s some beach huts, not near Edinburgh, not with my kids in... but it’s a place I’m happy to be right now! 😆
The holidays offer me the chance to pause, to lend The holidays offer me the chance to pause, to lend a bit more time to creativity, and of course - to catch up on all the things I didn’t quite get done in term time! . But I can’t help but feel a little overwhelmed by the video being shared with the news that Instagram will be focusing on video and entertainment - not just photos. . But does that really mean photos will disappear? Is the day for captions over?! . And if it really is all true... how does one learn to do video?! 🙈 . For now - I’m going to share this #outlander location, drink another cup of coffee, and soak up some Edinburgh magic as the rain continues to fall ☔️ . . . . . . #beautyundermynose #calmchronicles #livemoremagic #simpleeverydaylife #images_with_stories #feelfreefeed #mybeautifulstories #fromwhereistand #wanderingtales #thistwinklinglife #dreaminginpictures #thewonderinglight #quietshadesofbrown #styleonstillness #calmcollected #poetryofsimplethings #quietinthewild #cottagecorecommunity #naturecore #cottagestyle #daintygrams #aseasonalyear #alliseeispretty #underthefloralspell #pursuepretty #doortomywonderland #mylittledaydreams #embracingtheseasons
What would you do with a day in Edinburgh? Today h What would you do with a day in Edinburgh? Today has felt productive but also lovely! . I had some small bits of work to finish off this morning, but I needed to head into town for an Opticians appointment, so I took the chance to catch up with some friends and just to wander a bit! . Then managed to get home and out to another friends garden with the kids to catch up with some wonderful people. Despite exhaustion... overwhelming today I’m grateful for the awesome folk who have filled my day today! . . . . . . . . . #myhappyviews #slowsimpleseasonal #ofquietmoments #slowdownwithstills #lovethelittlethings #yourbestself #humansofjoy #embracechange #selfawarenessjourney #liveyourtruth #greenlifestyle #manifestyourdreams #abundancemindset #thissimplescene #kindleandglow #beautyundermynose #calmchronicles #livemoremagic #simpleeverydaylife #images_with_stories #feelfreefeed #mybeautifulstories #fromwhereistand #wanderingtales #thistwinklinglife #dreaminginpictures #thewonderinglight #quietshadesofbrown #styleonstillness #calmcollected
AD - Do your kids like to read? Both of mine love AD - Do your kids like to read? Both of mine love a good story (admittedly being read to them) - so we were delighted to be invited to review the Edinburgh box from the Junior Travelling Reader. . Each month, they provide a curated reading journey for 9-12 year olds - sent direct to your door! If you want to learn more please do check out he link in my bio! Or visit @juniortravellingreader . For those those not into children’s books - would still thoroughly recommend Chessel’s Court as the perfect Edinburgh spot to pause and enjoy a good read! . . . . . . #kidsbooks #kidsbookstagram #kidsbookstagrammer #kidsbookswelove #hellostoryteller #everydaymagic #magiceveryday #edinburghigers #igers_edinburgh #edinburghgrammer #edinburghseasons #littlelordandlady #edinburghkids #edinburghwithkids #slowsimpleseason #iwearlll #instahashtags #instagrambloggers #wanderingtales #oldtownedinburgh #chesselscourt #royalmileedinburgh #hiddenedinburgh #hiddenscotland #thewonderlife #booklovers #kidswhoread #doortomywonderland #calmcollected #houseofhiddenwonders
Something I’ve been trying to do recently - tryi Something I’ve been trying to do recently - trying being the operative word - is to focus on what I have achieved or done rather than I haven’t. . Whilst I haven’t posted on my grid, I have been on my stories, I’ve got some new blog posts up, I have been working incredibly hard at school, I have been enjoying time with my kids, I’ve read some good books, I’ve run/swum/cycled and signed up for a triathlon... I’ve kept going. All of those things are positive. So 🥳 . What have you achieved recently? Here for all the small wins! . . . . . . . #aseasonalshift #bitsofbuildings #postcardplaces #loveletterto #suitcasetravels #ig_edinburgh #edinburghclicks #edinphoto #embracingtheseasons #worldinbloom #aseasonalyear #thisisedinburgh #cornersofmyworld #thisisscotland #storiesfromscotland #edinburgh #hiddenscotland #thisisedinburgh #scotlandsbeauty #instabritain #hiddengems #scotland #visitbritain #photosofbritain #scenicbritain #folkandstory #culturetrip #kings_villages #itsprimupnorth n
#pressreview If you saw my stories yesterday, then #pressreview If you saw my stories yesterday, then you’ll already know that @edinburgh.family and I have been busy reviewing the @edchildrensfest this weekend! There’s now a blog/vlog up (link in bio) but best of all... another weekend of festival to come! . Tickets are (currently) still available for Family Encounters at the Botanics, but there are also other venues round the city and for those isolating or further afield, plenty online too - including live and interactive shows! . Do check out the blog and let us know what you think! . . . . . . #edinburghwithkids #edinburghfamily #edinburghkids #scottishkids #hiddenedinburgh #edinburghbotanics #edinburghfestival #edinburghkidsfestival #internationaledinburghfestival #edinburghlife #ig_edinburgh #thisisedinburgh #écosse #visitedinburgh #onlyinscotland #momentsofmine #schottland #mytinyatlas #adventurekids
So the lovely Lauren of @bloomandfolk has been pos So the lovely Lauren of @bloomandfolk has been posting some great tips for growing an Instagram community recently, and this evening she focused on consistency. Not something I’ve really been succeeding at 😳 . As someone who really thrives on being able to share events, places to go, new things to try - I’ve felt a little lost. But in turn, feel I’ve found a good pace and an ability to appreciate the stillness. Also really appreciating how Edinburgh is more than just buildings and there’s of wilderness too! . So what can I offer consistently? Books, coffee, parenting angst, pondering eco options, balancing work with living... and generally just wondering through the seasons- which doesn’t sound too bad! . So here’s a snap of @toppingsedin a place to sit, pause, and absorb some book magic. . . . . . . #bookcommunity #bookshopsofinstagram #becauseofreading #alwaysreading #bookstagrammer #showupdaily #embracingtheseasons #hiddenedinburgh #hiddenscotland #edinburghgrammer #mylittledaydreams #cornersofmyworld #lowlivingforlife
Today has been lovely - kicked off with a swim and Today has been lovely - kicked off with a swim and then brunch with Katie and a friend from university days @the_beachhouse_cafe - if you’ve seen my stories I really did love that the weather wasn’t defeating anyone, home to hot shower before picking up food for the week from @theecolarder (recommend checking out the back room with the oat milk/apple juice varieties/frozen croissants!), chatted with a neighbour, swapped texts with bestie, got Katie off to her swimming (inside), and then had a bit of time to read before a really yummy dinner - which the kids actually ate without complaint!! Remarkable as it was fish which they usually would only eat under great protest. It wasn’t a day of any remarkable events... but they all added up to be lovely. . #thefirstcup #portobellobeach #edinphoto #foreveredinburgh #hiddenedinburgh #beachcoffee #beachcoffeeshop #wildswimming #edinburghlife #edinburghcoffee #edinburghlifewithkids #brunchspot #einburghbrunch #edinburghgrammer #edineats
In theory, it’s May... but someone appears to ha In theory, it’s May... but someone appears to have broken the weather and I’m surviving Arctic conditions by drinking FAR too much coffee and refusing to take off my coat! . But the weekend ahead still brings the hope of time with friends, birthday parties and maybe even brunch!!!! . Now just need to work out where/how to book - any recommendations? 🤔 . . . . . . . #aseasonalshift #bitsofbuildings #postcardplaces #loveletterto #suitcasetravels #ig_edinburgh #edinburghclicks #edinphoto #embracingtheseasons #worldinbloom #aseasonalyear #thisisedinburgh #cornersofmyworld #thisisscotland #storiesfromscotland #edinburgh #hiddenscotland #thisisedinburgh #scotlandsbeauty #instabritain #hiddengems #scotland #visitbritain #photosofbritain #scenicbritain #folkandstory #culturetrip #kings_villages #itsprimupnorth
It’s been amazing to see some new followers over It’s been amazing to see some new followers over the last few days 👋 and a good reminder to actually share what we’re up to! . This weekend I’ve tried to slow things down a little again. I feel like I’ve been thrown back in the deep end with the kid’s activities being back on, work being pretty manic, and an email inbox that’s at the point that I can’t keep ignoring it! But today we made time for a walk, coffee with friends in the garden, and a visit to @theecolarder . As much as I’m glad things are opening up, I still want to find a slower pace amongst it all and not forget to just enjoy where we are in the world! . As the perfect melding of those two feelings - I’m really looking forward to when we’re allowed back on the roof top garden at the National Museum - love just being above the city but still amongst it! . Do you have a favourite spot in the city? I’d love to keep exploring new ones! . Kate’s outfit is #gifted from @littlelordlady and this is at Bernard’s Well in Stockbridge. . . . . . #onlyinscotland #visitscotland #écosse #schottland #thingsiwanttoremember #styleithappy #momentsofmine #thatsdarling #thisisedinburgh #wanderfolk #seasonaltales #thebeautifulnow #visitscotland #iwearlll #hiddensxotland #edinburghgrammer #wildandfreechildren #traditionalkidswear
It’s the weekend!! No hanging around here... pac It’s the weekend!! No hanging around here... packed two days ahead with Friday quiz night, haircuts, catching up with friends, swimming, running, biking, and even a party - with a whole 4 adults! 😆 Any fun weekend plans for you? . . . . . . . . #aseasonalshift #bitsofbuildings #postcardplaces #loveletterto #suitcasetravels #ig_edinburgh #edinburghclicks #edinphoto #embracingtheseasons #worldinbloom #aseasonalyear #thisisedinburgh #cornersofmyworld #thisisscotland #storiesfromscotland #edinburgh #hiddenscotland #thisisedinburgh #scotlandsbeauty #instabritain #hiddengems #scotland #visitbritain #photosofbritain #scenicbritain #folkandstory #culturetrip #kings_villages #itsprimupnorth #edinburghbotanicgardens @rbgedinburgh
What’s the highlight of your week? I feel like I What’s the highlight of your week? I feel like I have a few at the moment but they all seem to involve the outdoors. I often feel panicky that life is going too quickly, that things are too transient, and that I have no control over that. But looking at a sky and landscape like this, I remember to breathe and just be part of it all. Have you paused today? . . . . . . . #fiftyshades_of_nature #wanderfolk #mybeautifulstories #quietchaos #cornersofmyworld#bestcitiesofeurope #ofquietmoments #seasonaltales #thebeautifulnow #folkandstory #visitscotland #visitedinburgh #hiddenscotland #edinburghgrammer #mystoryoflight #noticepausetreasure
Not my usual kind of post but wanted to mark this Not my usual kind of post but wanted to mark this memory! I’ve admired @kate_gillies_ wild swimming efforts for a while - partly I’ve been incredulous thinking of the cold but my overriding feeling was that of admiration! She just seemed so fearless and free... so with every wetsuit layer available, thermo socks, and some decent gloves - I finally joined her at Wardie Bay! . Swimming technique definitely needs work! The wetsuit is really quite buoyant and swimming felt like a lot of work but it wasn’t anywhere near as bad as I thought it would be. I never thought I’d be keen to go back - but I am 😆 . . . . . #wildswiming #wardiebay #edinburghlife #igersedinburgh #wildandfree #thismumcan #fitlife #mumfitness #goslowly #ecofriendlyliving #wildones #edinburghswimming #wardiebayswimming
What’s Easter to you? To me, it was always about What’s Easter to you? To me, it was always about church and family - and although I’m grateful for Zoom it’s really not quite the same! But I have been able to spend lots of time with family this week (including people who may not be blood related but are still very much included in that category!). Whatever your approach to Easter - I hope it’s been a good one! . . . . #myslowcity #noticepausetreasure #thisisedinburgh #storytellingphotography #storytellingmama #adventuresofchildren #allkindsofmagic #edinburghgrammer #unlimitededinburgh #thetravellingvilla #aseasonalshift #bitsofbuildings #postcardplaces #loveletterto #suitcasetravels #ig_edinburgh #edinburghclicks #edinphoto #embracingtheseasons #worldinbloom #aseasonalyear #thisisedinburgh #cornersofmyworld #thisisscotland #storiesfromscotland #edinburgh #hiddenscotland #thisisedinburgh #scotlandsbeauty #instabritain #hiddengems #scotland
I lived in Edinburgh for a good 8 years before mak I lived in Edinburgh for a good 8 years before making my way up Calton Hill and now I find myself wondering up every few weeks. I guess without the lure of shops it lends a new way of browsing - instead of objects I can now just spy pretty buildings! There’s a whole bunch of buildings (particularly with domed roofs) that I’ve never noticed from below. I’m sure there’s something deep to be said about a change in perspective but all that’s going on in brain is something akin to ‘lalalalalala’ 🙈🤷🏻‍♀️ . . #myslowcity #noticepausetreasure #thisisedinburgh #storytellingphotography #storytellingmama #adventuresofchildren #allkindsofmagic #edinburghgrammer #unlimitededinburgh #thetravellingvilla #aseasonalshift #bitsofbuildings #postcardplaces #loveletterto #suitcasetravels #ig_edinburgh #edinburghclicks #edinphoto #embracingtheseasons #worldinbloom #aseasonalyear #thisisedinburgh #cornersofmyworld #thisisscotland #storiesfromscotland #edinburgh #hiddenscotland #thisisedinburgh #scotlandsbeauty #instabritain #hiddengems #scotland
AD - As much as I am ready to celebrate our younge AD - As much as I am ready to celebrate our younger two returning to school full time, we’re embarking on blended learning for my son who is in secondary school. . I don’t know about other parents of teens, but we’ve found motivation rapidly waning over the last few weeks and just a general feeling of aimlessness without exams. With college on the horizon I feel like we just need to push through and keep reminding him to make every minute count right now. . To shake things up in the time between now and the Easter holidays, we’ve moved his study space to another room - without a TV or a games console there tempting him away. . He likes to claim he’s been set no work - but I’m very glad that we took the time to get to grips with the various platforms he’s on as we can quite easily check this. I don’t think it’s necessarily wilful - but quite often he has missed things or not quite read instructions properly e.g. the time puzzled over ‘standard division’ when he really needed to learn ‘standard deviation!’ . All that said - I absolutely am not talking about the need to ‘catch up’ or that he’s behind in any way. I trust his teachers will assess him fairly - they are qualified professionals who know him well. They can assess him on the content they’ve covered and that’s fine. He’s worked really hard and what will be will be! . When my son is travelling to and from school, there's important guidance in place that I'm encouraging him to follow to ensure he stays as safe as possible. I've shared more info around this on my stories and would massively recommend checking out @parentclubscotland for more advice. . . . . . . #parentclubtips #parentclubscotland #edinburghmums #scottishbloggers #scottishmum #scottishcollective #scottishinteriors #teenmum #edinburghlife #mumstheword #scottishkids #returntoschool #scottishblog #scottishparents #scotspirit #desklife #blendedlearning #homeschooling #sqa
Today I’ve spent time walking and catching up wi Today I’ve spent time walking and catching up with an old friend. Lots of interesting discussion but one I’ve been pondering for a while - is it selfish to end friendships that don’t serve you? . In the case of people who are nasty or abusive in anyway it feels a bit more clear cut. But we talked about how lockdown has reinforced just how precious energy is, how important it is to prioritise the time you have, and actually find time to reflect and just be. . But if someone is reaching out and isn’t ‘bad’ - is it selfish to not want to use the energy to socialise? 🤔 . . . ##littlemomentsofhappiness #aseasonalshift #explorescotland #lauriston #edinburgh #hiddenedinburgh #hiddenscotland #edinburghigers #igers_edinburgh #igers_scotland #explorescotland #itsprimupnorth #littlepiecesofchildhood#postcardplaces #edinburghmum #scottishmumlife #hiddenedinburgh #edinburghgrammer #unlimitededinburgh #motherhoodthroughinstagram #suitcasetravels #ig_edinburgh #thisisedinburgh #thisisscotland #storiesofscotland
Yesterday I realised that I’ve almost lived in S Yesterday I realised that I’ve almost lived in Scotland for half my life now. Not sure how those years have passed... but they have and still feel glad to live here. . But today I’ve felt... restless? I’ve had plenty to do, classes to teach, things to mark etc etc. but it just all seemed a bit flat. . Thomas topped off the day by hacking a bit of his fringe off - exactly what I needed now that school is back for him but hairdressers aren’t 🙄🙈 . But hey - it’s at least kept my friends entertained! . . . . . . . . #explorescotland #itsprimupnorth #littlepiecesofchildhood#postcardplaces #edinburghmum #scottishmumlife #hiddenedinburgh #edinburghgrammer #unlimitededinburgh #motherhoodthroughinstagram #suitcasetravels #ig_edinburgh #thisisedinburgh #thisisscotland #storiesofscotland #ourkidslivehere #searchwandercollect #gloomandglow #igersscotland #thatmagicmood #moodmagic #letsexplore #exploretheoutdoorswithus #dreamylittleplaces #postcardsfromtheworld #ourreallifemoments #bitsofbuildings
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