At a time when it feels almost impossible to avoid the persistent ping of phone notifications, escaping the online world is arguably more difficult than ever before. The emergence of digital detox retreats could be seen as the perfect response to our growing need to unplug and unwind. These breaks offer a priceless opportunity for...Read More

Is it still necessary to travel thousands of miles when the perfect holiday could be found on your own doorstep? The great British staycation is the answer and honestly, we’re here for it. After all, there’s something magical about discovering the sights and sounds of our stunning countryside while snuggling up in a tiny home...Read More

In an age of burnout, rising costs, and constant connectivity, many of us are feeling the urge to escape. This might explain why natural retreats have surged in popularity across the UK. People are no longer just taking an all-inclusive break from the office — they’re actively seeking remote spaces to reset, recharge, and recentre....Read More

Are you dreaming of a life where your morning view isn’t a concrete car park but rolling hills or idyllic woodlands? You’re not alone in this yearning, and that’s precisely why tiny home communities in the UK are flourishing. The tiny house movement isn’t about downsizing your living space. It’s about upsizing your quality of...Read More

Shipping container homes have emerged as an innovative solution to the growing housing and environmental crises that we’re facing up and down the country and around the world. Incredibly versatile and, more importantly, sustainable, these prefabricated marvels offer a real alternative to traditional bricks and mortar — providing more people with a chance to finally...Read More

The concept of getting ‘off the grid’ revolves around surrounding yourself with the tangible — things that actually matter. It’s all about saying ‘no, thank you’ to the everyday trappings of modern society in favour of finding meaning by getting away. Away, in this context, means far from the nearest Starbucks, from flat-pack furnished and...Read More

For some people, an unavoidable worst case scenario will come to mind when thinking about the realities of off-grid living. On a good day, they might get to devour whatever slim pickings they’ve managed to harvest while foraging. As for the facilities?! Don’t even remind them about having to bathe daily in an ice cold...Read More

For many people, the prospect of abandoning the rat race and living off-grid is a lingering ambition. In all probability, that allure only becomes stronger as utility bills shoot ever-higher. You can’t blame these frustrated dreamers for dreaming — what could be better than cutting costs, reducing everyday stress, and investing in a simpler, more...Read More