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Discover our themed roundups and handpicked guides that bring together the very best of Colour My Days. Use this to plan a weekend getaway, a foodie adventure or a culture-filled itinerary. These collections help you explore with purpose.

What’s Here: Top 10s & Roundups listicles, Weekend Guides, Editor’s Picks, Themed Trails (e.g. Gardens, Heritage, Vintage) and Photo Essays

Five Guys Cheap Eats – What to Order When on a Budget

Samuel J TanBath, Collections, Eat, Food, Location, Restaurant Reviews 1

As a student on a budget watching your pennies there aren’t many cheap eats out there these days. Even the fast food chains are driving up the prices of their meals. So how do you get quality food at affordable prices? While Five Guys may not be known for cheap eats, we found that you […]

Dim Sum Classics at Din Dai Fung, Covent Garden

Li-ling OoiEat, Food, Location, London 0

To all overseas Chinese, the name Din Dai Fung is almost ubiquitous to ‘the taste of home’. Infamous for their xiao long bao, the restaurant which originated in Taiwan has since expanded to numerous locations worldwide.

Elvet Bridge, Durham – its history and thriving venue for cafes & restaurants today

Samuel J TanAttraction, Celebrations, Collections, Durham, Location, Place, Travel 0

In the shadow of Durham’s storied cathedral, Elvet Bridge stretches its ancient stones across the flowing River Wear, a silent guardian of history and a testament to the enduring spirit of an England long past. Crafted in the heart of the medieval era, this bridge has borne witness to the march of time, from the […]

Discovering Durham: The Charm of Saddler Street’s Historic Heartbeat

Samuel J TanBuildings, Business, Collections, Durham, Location, Travel 0

Saddler Street in Durham is another quintessentially historic street that runs through the heart of the city, connecting the Durham Market Place with Durham Cathedral and Castle, two of the city’s most iconic landmarks. This narrow, cobbled street, which follows the line of an ancient Roman road, is characterized by its medieval and Georgian architecture, […]

The Statues of Durham Market Place

Samuel J TanArts, Collections, Durham, Location, Market, Memorial, Place, Travel 0

Durham Market Place, a historic and vibrant focal point in the heart of Durham, England, is a hub of commerce and community and also a gallery of monumental art. Among the bustling activities and the architectural splendour, stand statues that echo the city’s rich heritage, each with its own story, contributing to the narrative tapestry […]

Shops and Businesses in Lyme Regis: Food, Fashion, Books, Gifts, Pubs, Inns & Attractions

Samuel J TanBuildings, By the Sea, Collections, Dorset, Location, Place, Shops 0

If you have followed us here on this blog, you would have noticed by now that we love small, independent businesses especially prevalent in small towns. On our visit to Lyme Regis, we were able to see some of these thriving and mostly independent shops, stores and restaurants.

Fossil Beach near Axmouth-Lyme Regis Undercliffs: A national nature reserve

Samuel J TanBy the Sea, Collections, Devon, Dorset, Location, Nature Reserve, Place, Seaside, Travel 0

Just after the Lyme Regis shingles and sandy beaches, is the Fossil Beach. Also, known as Monmouth Beach, this approximately 1 mile stretch of pebble beach comes with a twist. The pebbles and rocks are from the Jurassic age and may contain fossils and large ammonites. On some stretches of the beach, the rocks are […]

Studland Bay – Knoll Beach, Beach Huts and a Book Shop

Samuel J TanBy the Sea, Collections, Dorset, Location, Place, Seaside, Travel 0

Looking for a beach with soft and golden ivory sand when in Dorset, visit Studland Bay. There are four different beaches in the bay plus another small beach on the neighbouring bay called Shell Bay. These sandy beaches are, South Beach, Middle Beach (which we feature in an earlier post), Knoll Beach and Naturist Beach.

Lyme Regis Beach and Seafront

Samuel J TanBy the Sea, Collections, Dorset, Location, Place, Seaside 0

Lyme Regis Beach along the stunning Jurassic Coastline of southern England is a captivating stretch of coastline that boasts both natural beauty and historical significance. With its golden sands, gentle waves, and dramatic cliffs, the beach offers a picturesque setting for leisurely walks, sun-soaked afternoons, and fossil hunting adventures.

Quirky Seafront Houses in Lyme Regis

Samuel J TanBuildings, By the Sea, Collections, Dorset, Location, Place 0

A small surprise find on our visit to Lyme Regis, a row of quirky and eclectic seafront houses. Most of these have been turned into holiday lets but they are still glorious nonetheless.