If you really don’t love your job – you’re not alone.  According to a Gallup poll, 90% of the UK’s wor… Read More

Looking for a mini break with a twist?  Then look no further than the Malmaison Oxford.  A reconverted Victorian prison where you can reside in luxury at his Majesty… Read More

The pandemic caused a monumental shift in our routines catapulting us from the office to working from home.  And with more than a quarter of us still at home for at least part… Read More

When you think of the Forest of Dean, squealing tusks immediately spring to mind.  But it’s not all wild boars.  The forest covers forty-two square miles of unspoilt ancient… Read More

 If you’re looking for day trip inspiration close to London, Blenheim Palace offers something for everyone.  There’s an array of exhibitions to delve into, stunning gro… Read More

Are you awaiting surgery?  Five weeks ago today, I had surgery on my foot and now I’m in my post-sick leave slow boat to recovery.   Having been through this ordeal befo… Read More

No trip to the Swiss Alps could be complete without venturing to Jungfraujoch – a land of eternal snow accessed via a cogwheel railway that whisks you up to the highest train station i… Read More

Hot on the heels of “mental health” and “duvet days”, unhappy leave has now entered the workplace lexicon.  If you’re having an off day or just feeling a b… Read More

The iconic Tower of London is home to the Crown Jewels, the Yeoman Warders and the infamous ravens. But few people know that every night after dark, one of the world’s most ancient rit… Read More

Volunteering is proven to increase confidence and wellbeing but for many full-time office workers, it’s difficult to find the time.  Team volunteering days are one of the few occa… Read More

Leamington Spa conjures up images of genteel ladies taking the waters before devouring a cup of Earl Grey and a crustless cucumber sandwich.  While much has changed since it’s thr… Read More

Kew Gardens Orchids Festival offers a much-needed blast of flamboyant colour to drab February days. Bringing the warmth of Africa to our shores this year, the Prince of Wales Conservatory is… Read More

Bentley Priory Museum is undoubtedly one of greater London’s hidden gems.  Located near Bentley Priory nature reserve, this grade II* listed mansion was the Headquarters for Fight… Read More

Do you take 10,000 steps a day?  I recently attended a wellbeing webinar at work which highlighted the important of reaching this lofty goal.  We all know the dangers of a sedentar… Read More

Making up for the lack in weekday suit trade, the Eataly London opening has generated throngs of weekend visitors to the City. Attracting 7 million visitors a year in New York, the Italian f… Read More

As 2020 draws to a close, it is time to reflect on the crazy year when everyone left the office. While this year has certainly had its challenges, it has given the precious gift of time to b… Read More

As 2020 draws to a close, it is time to reflect on the crazy year when everyone left the office. While this year has certainly had its challenges, it has given the precious gift of time to b… Read More

So here we are again in lockdown 2 but this time we’re old hands at incarceration. As we adapt, it is easier to see the silver linings to our new way of living. JOMO is the new FO… Read More

What are you missing most about office life? After four months of incarceration at home, I’m dying to get back to the office.  Ennui has set in and I’m completely over worki… Read More

The government has announced that office workers can go back to work at the discretion of their employer from the 1 August.  But official government advice is still urging office worker… Read More

Is it a bird, is it a plane, no it’s cinema via socially-distanced boats. As creative ideas go, the Parisians have certainly pushed the boat out in 2020.  This outdoor cinema extr… Read More

Did you know house plants can improve your productivity by up to 15%?  This astounding fact has led to a whole new trend in office design.  Garden walls, house plants as room divid… Read More

What life lessons have you gained during quarantine? The last 100 days have certainly been a time for reflection as we grapple with our “new normal.”  With our lives on paus… Read More

Forest bathing conjures up images of sophisticated spa retreats in pine-clad Swedish forests but it’s actually much simpler than that.  It’s all about taking slow walks in w… Read More

With the grim prospect of no foreign travel this summer, we’ve got no choice other than to holiday at home this year.  Forced to use up my precious annual leave on a staycation ch… Read More

I never thought I would say this but I miss my commute.  When working from home was first announced, ditching my commute to work was the biggest cause for celebration.  But now ten… Read More

It’s incredible to think that we’re now into our ninth week of remote working.  Freed from the shackles of the commute and the constraints of office life, we now have more f… Read More

A few years ago, I wrote a post on random acts of kindness you can do in the office. Fast forward to 2020 and life has turned on its head with us all now working from home.  Who knows w… Read More

With no end in sight to lockdown, we’re all getting a little jaded with making banana bread and crocheting blankets.  As cabin fever sets in, we can still travel in our minds and… Read More

“You better come and get your laptop – we’re shutting the office due to the coronavirus pandemic” barked my boss down the phone.  A pang of shock rippled through… Read More

After a knuckle duster Brexit ride last year, we’ve now been tossed out of the frying pan and into a fire of pandemic proportions.  And nowhere are the impacts more apparent than… Read More

Hailed as the new wonder treatment, salt cave therapy is now all the rage amongst stressed, burnt out London office workers.  Claiming to work wonders on the skin, reduce stress, cure i… Read More

Supplies of instant pasta at Hackney Food BankIn common with many offices across the land, my company offers two days per year for employees to volunteer at the charity of their choice. … Read More

Cart marking is one of the oldest traditions in the City of London and is still upheld to this day in an annual parade of vintage carts. The cart owners apply for the honour of being offici… Read More

Nestled deep in the heart of central Europe, Slovenia’s Julian Alps offers mighty mountains, emerald lakes and pristine mountain trails. Frequently overlooked by its illustrious neighb… Read More

In need of some inspiration to revitalise my Office Breaks, an invitation to the GO travel show at Kempton Park caught my eye.  Hosted by Landor Travel Publications, the show promised m… Read More

Are you always running short by the end of the month?   If you want to save more of your salary but can’t face the faff of scrutinising every penny leaving your account, help… Read More

Should we allow dogs in the office? The announcement that the City’s newest tall building, 22 Bishopsgate, is to be dog-friendly has set tails wagging and teeth gnashing in equ… Read More

Buried seven metres below the frantic roar of City life lies a temple shrouded in mystery.  First discovered on a bomb site in 1954, the reconstituted temple now resides at the… Read More

A flash of red and white snakes through the undergrowth as a fleet of heaving Santas thunders past in this year’s Santa Dash.  Struggling to grapple with wayward beards and flounc… Read More

With the clocks about to plunge us into semi-permanent darkness, opportunities for outdoor adventure after work are in short supply.  Unable to face the prospect of re-joining the gym… Read More

Deep in the heart of the New Forest lies a village dedicated to witchcraft. Cottages emblazoned with stealthy ladies on broomsticks brim over with crystals and spell books&nbs… Read More

In the frantic rush of City life, finding peace and solitude seems as likely as finding hen’s teeth on the Central Line. From the scream of ambulances to the drone of overhead planes… Read More

If you’re a fan of the Sky Garden, you’re going to love 120 Fenchurch Street – the City’s lush, new roof garden which opens to the public in August this year. A high… Read More

Kicking off on the 1 April, the Royal Air Force marks its 100 year anniversary with a calendar of special events and activities running until the end of November. I was lucky enough to get a… Read More

Struggling onto the tube every morning, I witness some of the worst in human behaviour. Survival of the fittest reigns supreme as several million people battle for breathing space on their w… Read More

In a world where global conference calls flash onto a screen at the tap of a button, it’s hard to fathom how far office life has changed in the past 100 years.  In this week&rsquo… Read More

Scuttling into the office along wind-whipped, congested streets, the call of golden beaches, sunshine and wide open spaces has an irresistible appeal at this time of year.  And with two… Read More

Has your workplace lost the love? If the atmosphere’s been a little fraught of late, Random Acts of Kindness Day (17th February 2018), is an opportunity to reach out to your fellow wor… Read More

As a lover of the outdoors, I sometimes resent having to spend my leisure time indoors to visit art galleries and exhibitions.  And this is particularly the case when cooped up in the o… Read More