Brighten those dark nights with a blazing fire
As night seems to close in early, there is nothing like a bright toasty fire to warm your heart and soul! Enjoy a beautiful Kadai fire...


Even when it's chucking it down, it's worth getting out there!
There are loads of great bike rides from the door. Check out https://www.farmpods.co.uk/from-the-door for ideas. There are more routes...


Final flourish as nights draw in
The nasturtiums and geraniums by the camping pod field have loved the last of the summery days - just hoping the frost doesn't catch them...


Amazing blue skies at Kentmere Farm Pods
Everything is looking lush with heather blooming on the hillside giving a wonderful pink haze to the rocky outcrops


Another beautiful sunny day
Thank goodness we live near water. Grasmere is a great spot to swim but if you don't fancy getting in the car, you can dunk in the river...


Drive in Kite Display this weekend
A friend told me about this - sounds fun. Cumbria Crack are putting on a World class kite display on Sat 15 - Sun 16 Aug 11am - 5pm. ...


Out on my bike just before the gated road
A great swoosh before heading back to Ings Some great bike rides nearby - check out details on our website: Biking from the door


Great views even when it's raining!
Who can resist a More's Bakery Chocolate Muddy - perfect for a rainy day with some great coffee. There's lots open in Staveley - our...


When it gets too hot!
Bruce enjoying a dunk in an old tin bath at Kentmere Farm Pods. I'm heading out to swim myself. Wallowing in the River Kent is...


Relaxing in the shade
Great backrest if you need a nap. Out and about in the Kentmere Valley






















