by Jo Thompson | Apr 10, 2022 | Hope Farm
We know the cost of living is increasing and it is an uncertain time to book a holiday. The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is not an expensive area to buy essentials and a cup of coffee is below National average, but it is a fantastic place to explore with plenty of...
by Jo Thompson | Feb 22, 2022 | Hope Farm
Did you know, travelling to and from your holiday destination could account for around 70% of the carbon emissions of the entire trip? So the most effective way to be a responsible traveller is to reduce those emissions and look to public transport (bus or train)....
by Jo Thompson | Jan 31, 2022 | Family Glamping
Before we launched Hope Farm Retreats, we had been glamping and camping for over 10 years as a family around the UK and Europe, longer as a couple – so here is our suggested list of essentials to add to your usual holiday packing for a comfortable stay...
by Jo Thompson | Jan 31, 2022 | Activities for younger kids, Family Glamping
At Hope Farm Retreats, our tents are water tight, of course and there is nothing better than listening to the sound of rain drops on canvas, all snuggled up. We have put large porches over the entrance to each tent to keep that area dry, so enjoy sitting under there...
by Jo Thompson | Jan 31, 2022 | Activities for younger kids, Family Glamping
These are our Top 10 tried and family fun-tested ideas to get kids off their screen! We have to admit over lockdown, while setting up a new business our daughter definitely spent too much time juggling homeschoolling and online lessons. So below is our antidote to...