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
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Samuel J TanCollections, Devon, Exmouth, Location, Recreation, Travel 0
Located in the heart of Exmouth, Manor Gardens offers a serene escape steeped in history and vibrant horticulture. This Victorian-style park, enclosed by elegant wrought iron railings, has evolved from a private estate into a cherished public space, blending historical charm with community spirit.
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Samuel J TanCollections, Countryside, Devon, Location, Travel 0
Just southwest of Exeter, the village of Ide offers a serene escape into the heart of Devon’s countryside. With its rich history, charming architecture, and vibrant community spirit, Ide stands as a testament to the enduring allure of English village life. We were dropping off our child at university and picked a place not too […]
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Samuel J TanBristol, Collections, Eat, Food, Local Food & Drink, Location 0
If you’re a foodie in Bristol, looking for good value eats and a huge variety to satisfy your palate, look no further than Za Za Bazaar. Situated along the vibrant Harbourside, this global buffet restaurant is our go-to restaurant when entertaining friends and family with a big appetite. The restaurant is made of two floors […]
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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 […]
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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.
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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.
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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 […]