It’s been a little bit quiet around here recently, but I’m trying to back in the blogging game and for my first post after a hiatus, I’m delighted to post this fabulous guest blog about reasons to volunteer at parkrun, written by Emma of The PhD Runner. Thank you so much Emma! I promise thatRead more The post Ten reasons to volunteer at your local parkrun appeared first on HelsBels.org.uk ..read more

I found this post from a couple of years ago in my drafts and thought it worth sharing this week… If you’re a regular Facebook user, you may have seen the trend of sharing memes of people, then tagging your friends that they’re looking for them. It’s cruel and nasty and by taking part in it, you’re basically bullying someone. We all feel self conscious sometimes. I’ve cried my eyes out after being insulted. I have friends, good friends, who have cried and felt ugly because someone criticised their appearance. Some of those friends have bought into this current trend. Stop it. Stop it now. If y ..read more

Post in collaboration with Original Cottages There aren’t many cities cooler than Brighton. It’s full of quirky shops, great places to eat, a stunning sea front, and a wonderful atmosphere. It is also boasts one of the biggest marathons in the UK. If you’re looking for a weekend away, combined with activity, you could do a lot worse than to consider Brighton. I hadn’t been for a while, but when I learned that my political party conference was to be held in Brighton last September, my excitement levels started to build rapidly. It’s impossible to… View Post The post Active Travel: Brighton app ..read more