In this section, you’ll find honest reviews of places we’ve visited, products we’ve used, books I’ve read, and experiences that have made an impression on me. Some will be local, some further afield.
I know how valuable a genuine recommendation can be, so I’ll always keep it honest and share what I really think. I hope these reviews help you discover something new or feel confident about something you’re already considering.
We visited Chaat West Kirby to try the food, drinks and kids’ menu, and it seriously impressed us. Here’s my review. Indian tapas is perfect for people like me who cannot commit to one dish. Chaat Indian Tapas & Lounge is a new chapter for the much-loved Karma restaurant, still owned by the Miah family. … Read more
Looking for a family day out on the Wirral that’s educational and genuinely fun? Eureka! Science + Discovery makes learning feel like play, with hands-on exhibits and enough activities to keep children engaged for hours. If you’re searching for things to do with kids on the Wirral or an educational day out near Liverpool, Eureka! … Read more
Here’s what happened when we took a nine-year-old to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, Glow n Fire. January (for me anyway) is grey, cold, and practically a countdown until spring. But it’s also my son’s birthday month, so when he turned nine at the start of the year, I wanted to gift him an experience. … Read more
The Summer Hops Beer Festival, Wirral -incredible beers, brilliant live music, proper family fun, and the kind of community spirit that makes you feel lucky to live here. The Summer Hops Beer Festival, Wirral, delivered in every way! Hosted at Hoylake Rugby Club from 26th to 29th June, it was four days of sunshine (mostly), … Read more
Here’s my honest review of Commonwood Leisure in Wrexham for camping and fishing with an 8-year-old. Since my son developed a passion for fishing, we’ve discovered that Commonwood Leisure in Wrexham, just a short drive from the Wirral, has become our ideal weekend getaway. Commonwood Leisure is an award-winning campsite and fishery that we’ve been … Read more
If there’s one thing Liverpool does well, it’s bottomless brunch and Bamboo on Bold Street is totally worth the hype. Trust me when I say my girls and I have done the rounds when it comes to bottomless brunch spots in Liverpool. After hearing countless recommendations about Bamboo on Bold Street, we finally decided to … Read more
We stepped into a juror’s shoes for an evening of drama and twists. Here’s what I thought of Murder Trial Tonight III. I had the chance to attend Murder Trial Tonight III, The Doorstep Case by Tigerslane Studios with my friends. This is theatre like no other. We joined the audience in participating in a … Read more
Our visit to Port Sunlight was quite the journey back in time! Here’s what we learnt and what to expect from Port Sunlight Museum. We love nothing more than a weekend wander, and if we can make it educational for my son, even better! Despite living in Wirral for more than 20 years, I was … Read more
There isn’t anything that a bit of creativity and a lot of chocolate cake can’t fix! Here is my review of The Potting Shed in Hoylake, Wirral. I have visited The Potting Shed several times and always had a lovely time. It’s family-friendly and a great way to spend a few hours. I booked in … Read more