The Battle of Sheriffmuir
On this next chapter in our Scottish history series I want to travel forward in time from our times with Robert the Bruce and William Wallace to the year 1715,…
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New Year’s Resolutions 2021
Happy New Year from Cooper Cottages! We hope you had a warm celebration with your loved ones. We have many hopes for 2021 and this is the time when we…
Cottages for a Couple’s Retreat: How to Spend the Day
I hope everyone had a lovely Christmas and were able to spend the festive day with your loved ones! Although 2020 was a challenging year, it’s important to feel hopeful…
The Battle of Stirling Bridge
As a continuation of the Scottish history series, this week we will be delving into the battle of Stirling Bridge, 17 years prior to the battle of Bannockburn. Pre-Battle…
Christmas Gift Ideas for 2020
It is the most wonderful time of the year again! We can all agree 2020 was not a typical year, however, we can all keep our Christmas spirits up! Gift-giving is…
Things to Look Forward to for December 2020
It’s now December, which means ‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year’ has started when people are preparing and looking forward to the festive season. Although this festive season will…
The Battle of Bannockburn
As I discussed in my previous post, it is important to keep your mind active just as much as your body and as learning something new is a fantastic way…
Mental Health and Wellness: Walking with Nature
How Nature Can Contribute To The Quality of Your Life This year, everything is about slowing down. But this is not necessarily a bad thing. As we are saying goodbye…
How to Keep Kids Entertained at Home
One of the things that kids were able to experience during lockdown was spending extra time as a family! The time spent within our homes allowed families to bond with…
How to Make the Most of Lockdown
With many of us now facing down the reality of a second lockdown or new restrictions, it’s important to remember that taking care of yourself where both physical and mental…