2024-04-18 19:24
An overview of WWOOFing, plus a personal experience on a sheep farm in Pembrokeshire Read More
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We're Stacey & Joel - a couple who love to travel and talk about it. Adventurous and ever curious, we are spontaneous sunseekers, ruin ramblers, historical hikers and jet setting junkies. We love to travel by air, land and sea... or in our campervan, Bumper.
2024-04-14 21:06
Everything you need to know about London's Victorian Magnificent Seven Cemeteries Read More
2024-03-20 21:45
Everything you need to know about West Norwood Cemetery, including a brief history, practical visitor information and photos Read More
2024-03-20 21:43
Everything you need to know about Nunhead Cemetery, including a brief history, practical visitor information and photos Read More
2024-03-14 20:10
Everything you need to know about the Farnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST) Museum in Hampshire, including a brief history, highlights and practical visitor information Read More
2024-03-03 19:29
Everything you need to know about the Grant Museum of Zoology - the last university zoology museum in London, with it's jar of moles, wall of mice bones and unique exhibits Read More
2024-02-24 08:55
Inside Lock & Co. - London's oldest shop. From their history to visiting information here’s everything you need to know about this piece of living London history Read More
2024-02-13 15:10
All you need to know to visit Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park, one of London's Magnificent Seven Cemeteries and now a Local Nature Reserve. Post includes a brief history, famous graves, how to… Read More
2024-02-08 21:09
All you need to know to visit Kensal Green Cemetery, one of London's Magnificent Seven Cemeteries. Post includes a brief history, famous graves, how to get there, and photos Read More
2024-02-06 21:53
All you need to know to visit Abney Park Cemetery, one of London's Magnificent Seven Cemeteries. Post includes a brief history, famous graves, how to get there, and photos Read More
2024-01-29 19:27
All you need to know to visit Highgate Cemetery, one of London's Magnificent Seven Cemeteries. Post includes a brief history, famous graves, how to get there, prices and photos Read More
2024-01-29 19:24
Highgate Cemetery photos Read More
2024-01-22 20:47
Fujifilm 23mm f2 review, including build, performance, specs, and verdict, plus sample images Read More
2024-01-09 12:16
Discover everything you need to know about Brompton Cemetery, one of London's Victorian "Magnificent Seven" garden cemeteries. Learn about its past and present and the wonders held within t… Read More
2024-01-03 18:12
Uncover the hidden oasis in Canary Wharf with our guide to the Crossrail Place Roof Garden. Immerse yourself in the lush greenery and impressive architecture as we journey through this urba… Read More
2023-12-30 11:13
Pack only the very essential kit with our ultimate tried and tested guide to minimalist travel photography gear Read More
2023-12-24 16:45
Click to see 34 Maltby Street Market photos to inspire your visit to one of London's hidden gems that's also one of the best food markets in town Read More
2023-12-21 11:58
Fujinon XF 50-140mm lens review - all you need to know about Fujifilm's professional-grade telephoto lens Read More
2023-12-17 19:31
Discover the vibrant tapestry of flavours at Maltby Street Market in London - one of the capital's very best food markets Read More
2023-10-16 20:45
68 Kew Garden pictures to inspire your visit to London's most iconic botanical gardens Read More
2023-10-14 08:33
Find out all you need to know to visit Kew Gardens; London's botanical wonderland and home to London's Largest conservatory Read More
2023-10-03 17:44
Here's all you need to know about visiting the London Transport Museum Depot in Acton - the bigger, better sibling of the London Transport Museum Read More
2023-09-17 18:15
73 Milan pictures to inspire your visit to this wonderful Italian city - from the classic locations to the modern marvels, and everything between Read More
2023-09-12 15:09
Discover the best things to do in Milan, Italy, from the unusual to the most wonderful districts in the city, and everything in between Read More
2023-08-30 19:17
35 Notting Hill Carnival pictures of London's wildest party! Read More
2023-08-30 18:18
Check out these 50 Porto pictures to inspire your visit to this wonderful European city Read More
2023-08-28 07:53
Check out these 50 Porto photos to inspire your visit to this wonderful European city Read More
2023-08-28 07:50
Discover the very best things to do in Porto - from delicious dishes to the best port lodge, check out the best things to do in one of Europe's best cities Read More
2023-08-13 17:37
Discover everything you need to know about one of London's best breweries, the Fuller's Griffin Brewery, in this handy review Read More
2023-08-11 13:01
Discover the best things to do in the City of London, from medieval fortresses to amazing markets, discover everything there is do in the City Read More
2023-08-06 18:45
Discover everything you need to know about The Garden at 120 - how to get there, what's there and whether it's worth visiting or not Read More
2023-07-23 19:07
Visiting the London Transport Museum - discover everything you need to know to plan your trip to this Covent Garden museum, and what to expect of your visit Read More
2023-07-16 11:29
Visiting the Barbican Conservatory - discover everything you need to know about the Barbican Conservatory, from its beginnings, what's inside and to how to get there Read More
2023-07-05 19:48
Things to do in Kos Town - discover all the best things to do in the capital of Kos, from Archaeological sites to some of the island's most famous landmarks Read More
2023-07-05 19:12
Kos itinerary - discover our Kos itinerary to help plan your visit to this wonderful Greek island, packed full of things to do Read More
2023-07-05 18:46
Things to do in Kos, Greece - discover the very best of Kos, from traditional Greek villages to gorgeous sunsets and archaeological sites Read More
2023-06-27 07:43
Visiting ZSL London Zoo - discover all you need to know about visiting one of London's best attractions, with travel info and highlights of London Zoo Read More
2023-06-20 18:22
Visiting the Tower of London - discover all you need to know about one of London's best attractions, from its history to the Tower's highlights Read More
2023-06-16 19:50
The London Pass Review - is The London Pass worth it? Find out in our comprehensive review with everything you need to know about the Pass Read More
2023-06-16 18:53
From exploring Greenwich to London's biggest and best attractions, find out the best way to spend two days in London with our London Pass 2 day itinerary Read More
2023-06-16 17:45
Discover the very best things to do in Greenwich, London, from world famous boats, to the oldest thing you will ever touch, plus loads in-between! Read More
2023-06-07 19:54
Comedy Clubs in London - discover the very best comedy clubs in London, from laughs on boats to basements and railway arches! Read More
2023-06-03 18:34
Trafalgar Square - discover everything you need to know about Trafalgar Square and 7 reasons to visit this iconic location! Read More
2023-05-31 19:27
London's best walks - discover the very best walks in London taking you to the cities best destinations Read More
2023-05-29 20:04
Whitehall London - discover everything you need to know about one of London's best roads in the very heart of London Read More
2023-05-16 06:16
St James's Park London - discover everything you need to know about London's oldest Royal Park and what makes it the best park in London Read More
2023-05-02 10:19
SoleCup Review - discover the pros and cons of this superb reusable mug, and get your hands on a discount code! Read More
2023-04-29 06:58
Visiting The Postal Museum - Is it worth it, and what can you see? Here's everything you need to know before you visit Read More
2023-04-25 20:16
Here's everything you need to know about Cleopatra's Needle - a 3500-year-old obelisk on the River Thames with a fascinating history Read More
2023-04-18 20:00
Leake Street Arches and the Waterloo Graffiti Tunnel - click for pictures and everything you need to know about this unique London location Read More
2023-04-16 09:00
From quirky and unique to Europe's largest and London's oldest, here are the best London bookshops to visit Read More
2023-04-15 08:27
Uncompressed raw Vs compressed raw - what are the differences? Click to find out and the file files compared side-by-side Read More
2023-04-13 18:42
Discovering the cute Cecil Court in London; known as Bookseller's Row and a must-visit street in London's West End for book lovers and explorers alike Read More
2023-04-11 19:20
Discovering The Imperial War Museum London: one of London's best museums, powerfully telling the story of British military history Read More
2023-04-09 08:20
Discovering Mudchute Park and Farm: a hidden gem in East London with over 100 animals, serving an important purpose Read More
2023-04-08 20:38
Discovering the history of London's docklands at the Museum of London Docklands. Click to learn everything you need to know about this fascinating and free museum Read More
2023-04-05 18:28
Discovering Brixton Windmill. Click to learn everything you need to know about this wonderful and historic landmark Read More
2023-04-02 07:37
Discover the powerful features and stunning image quality in our in-depth Fujifilm X-T5 review. Get ready to capture your world like never before! Read More
2023-03-20 15:47
Discover the vibrant and eclectic atmosphere of Portobello Road Market. From antiques to fashion, food to music, there's something for everyone in Notting Hill's iconic market Read More
2023-03-17 19:47
Discover the best things to do in Brussels! From exploring historical landmarks to savouring delicious chocolates, our guide has got you covered! Read More
2023-03-14 14:35
Roupell Street - all you need to know to visit this wonderful hidden gem in London, including the history, what's there and how to get there Read More
2023-03-07 21:51
Immerse yourself in a jungle-like habitat with playful monkeys at Trentham Monkey Forest. Get up close with the adorable primates and learn about their behaviour in a safe and unique enviro… Read More
2023-03-03 19:08
1.Walk Steep Hill 2. Admire Lincoln Cathedral 3. Explore Lincoln Castle 4. Visit the Museum of Lincolnshire Life 5. Visit The Collection 6. Visit Usher Gallery 7. Stroll Around Lincoln Arbo… Read More
2023-02-21 21:21
1. Visit Wolverhampton Art Gallery 2. Stroll Around West Park 3. Watch a Show at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre 4. Visit Wightwick Manor 5. Visit Moseley Old Hall 6. Visit Bantock House and Pa… Read More
2023-02-16 11:38
Step back in time and experience life in the 1800s at Blists Hill Victorian Town, Ironbridge. From blacksmiths to sweet shops, immerse yourself in history Read More
2023-02-09 20:12
Discover the Magic of the Shropshire Sculpture Park: 6 Reasons to visit this magical place of art, history and heritage, located near Oswestry, Shropshire Read More
2023-02-04 20:35
Click to discover the very best things to do in Shropshire. From medieval towns to a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the great outdoors, plus much more! Read More
2023-02-01 19:26
Discover the very best Shropshire towns to visit. From gateways to the great outdoors to medieval market towns and fascinating industrial heritage, there's a town for everyone in Shropshire… Read More
2023-01-26 08:20
10 things to do in Plymouth, England - Britain's Ocean City. It was home to Me (Joel) for one month shy of 18 years. Growing up in Leeds, Plymouth was a long way from my birthplace. Leeds be… Read More
2023-01-25 18:07
Discover the best things to do in Warsaw. From historical landmarks to delicious food and wonderful strolls, discover the best things to do in Warsaw Read More
2023-01-21 09:32
Discover the beauty of Columbia Road Flower Market in London. Open on Sundays, find a variety of flowers & plants and so much more! A must-see for any plant lover! Read More
2023-01-15 16:03
If you are looking for things to do in Lisbon, look no further! From epic views to castles, funiculars and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, our list of things to do in Lisbon has enough to keep… Read More
2023-01-14 13:32
If you are looking for things to do in Athens, you are in the right place! From some of the world’s most famous landmarks to free walking tours and magical sunsets, we have a list of… Read More
2023-01-11 20:28
If you want to improve your travel photography, look no further than The Bumper Crew and our 3-step process to better travel photography Read More
2023-01-11 10:37
Photography composition is the arrangement of elements within the frame of a photograph. It's about how the various elements in the scene, such as the subject, background, and foreground, a… Read More
2023-01-06 12:11
Things to do in Barcelona – The Bumper Crew has it covered! From Gaudi masterpieces to beautiful parks, markets, locations and landmarks, check out our list of the very best things to… Read More
2022-12-30 08:13
We have big news! We’ve had quite the year at The Bumper Crew, so here’s a post about our year in numbers. From 1 to 65000, read the post to find out what the numbers mean and w… Read More
2022-12-21 19:08
We stayed at The Dragon Tower, featured on George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces on Channel 4! Please read the post to learn about our stay and discover all you need to know about this truly… Read More
2022-12-11 17:27
If you’re considering buying the Sigma 56mm f1.4 Fujifilm X mount, look no further than our review. We have sample images and a comprehensive review full of useful information, includ… Read More
2022-11-20 08:54
Click to discover the best things to do in Bridgnorth – from the rich rail history of Bridgnorth to the oldest working water mill - there are plenty of things to do in Bridgnorth to k… Read More
2022-11-02 20:56
Looking for things to do in Ludlow? The Bumper Crew have it covered! Nestled in the glorious Shropshire countryside, you'll find the small but impressive town of Ludlow. Undoubtedly, it's… Read More
2022-10-16 17:55
We hired a narrowboat! We took the Royal Navy’s Warneford VC along the Kennet and Avon Canal from Trowbridge to Bath. We had some ups and downs along the way, so read the post to fin… Read More
2022-10-02 14:24
Vegan Restaurants in Watford The bottom line up front – there aren’t any exclusively vegan restaurants in Watford (we’ve done the research!), so this list of vegan restaura… Read More
2022-09-23 15:54
We went on the ultimate Belgium road trip in our trust camper, Bumper. Belgium is the perfect place for a road trip in a camper van or motorhome. Why? Because it's small enough to get arou… Read More
2022-09-21 18:57
The best things to do in the Lake District, England - 1. Visit Ullswater 2. Wander at Aira Force Waterfall 3. Visit Pooley Bridge 4. Climb Helvellyn 5. Windermere 6. Ambleside 7. Visit Wray… Read More
2022-09-13 20:57
The best places to visit in Belgium - 1. Ghent 2. Brussels 3. Bruges 4. Ypres 5. Mechelen 6. Leuven 7. Dinant 8. Antwerp 9. Tournai 10. Kortrijk 11. Mons 12. Namur 13. Durbuy Vieille Ville… Read More
2022-08-23 19:18
1. Walk Through Viru Gate 2. Wander Old Town 3. Take a Free Walking Tour 4. Explore With the Tallinn Card 5. Wander Down Katariina käik 6. Get Your Hangover Cure at Europe’s Olde… Read More
2022-08-15 14:48
With more than 20 islands to visit, exploring the Gothenburg Archipelago is one of the best day trips from Gothenburg! That’s because there is so much to see and do around this peacef… Read More
2022-08-08 14:27
You’ve heard of Phantom Peak, but what’s it all about? Step into the world of Jonaco and let us tell you all about this world-first fully immersive open-world experience! Read More
2022-08-02 20:21
Things to do in Gothenburg 1.Gothenburg Museum of Arts 2.Universeum 3.Gothenburg Botanical Garden 4.Admire the Views from Skansen Kronan 5.Visit Haga 6.Stroll Trädgårdsf&ou&helli…Read More
2022-07-30 20:51
Cubanito Hotel Ibiza Review Hotel Overview The Cubanito Hotel Ibiza is one of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed in. It’s right up our street with its quirky, calm and relaxed cha… Read More
2022-07-27 21:10
Things to do in Mykonos - 1 Get Lost in Mykonos Town 2 Find The Windmills of Mykonos 3 Meaner Little Venice 4 Find the Pelican of Mykonos 5 Watch the Sunset at St. Vasileios Church 6 Take a… Read More
2022-07-23 08:28
Medicine Bakery Wolverhampton – our favourite café in the city, situated in historical and fascinating surroundings and serving a range of delicious artisan cakes and bread &nd&helli…Read More
2022-07-21 10:52
The 16 Very Best Things to Do in Shrewsbury. 1. Wander the Tudor Town Centre 2. Visit Shrewsbury Market Hall 3. Have Coffee at a Cat Café 4. Delve Into an Antiques Treasure Trove 5… Read More
2022-07-14 09:30
The 18 very best things to do in Santorini! Read the post to discover all the amazing things to do around this beautiful island, including one of the world’s most famous sunsets! Read More
2022-06-22 20:38
We went on a wonderful North Wales road trip in search of puffins! Join us on our journey and click to find out where we went and what we saw… Read More
2022-06-09 08:40
Click to find out 3 great reasons a little work trip to Norway left me feeling uplifted! Read More
2022-05-27 15:57
The 9 very best things to do at National Trust Waddesdon, a 19th century French Renaissance châteaux in the British countryside Read More
2022-05-16 21:40
Visit the tragic Bleaklow Bomber B-29 crash site on the Peak District - the United States Air Force 'Bleaklow Bomber' wreck that became a memorial Read More
2022-05-13 15:55
Fly over the River Thames on the Emirates Air Line London cable car! All you need to know, including route, map, prices, locations and what you’ll see! Read More
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