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…
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…
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…
Personalise Your Staycation
Looking into going away but don’t know where to start? Creating the holiday you’ve always wanted is easy! We’ve made a short guide for you to help you personalise your…
Top 3 Tips: How to Create a Travel Video
Previously on the Cooper Cottages Blog, I talked about my ‘Top 3 Tips for Holiday Photography’. I covered simple tricks such as Lighting, the Rule of Two Thirds and Post…
Top 3 Tips: Holiday Photography
With the impressive abilities within our smartphones today, almost everyone has the power to take incredible photographs. You do not always have to own an extortionate DSLR, just a little…
A peek into the dark history of Stirling
After a long time spent in the house, our everyday lives are slowly returning to normal! We decided to take a tour at the Stirling Old Town Jail and have…
An Interview with “Do it Outdoors”
Scotland offers great opportunities for enjoying the great outdoors. This week we asked Ian from “Do it Outdoors” about some of the activities he runs. Hi Ian, Can you…
3 ideas for DIY Easter decorations
During these early days of spring, despite the current situation we are deciding to look on the bright side. To inspire your creative side to come out during this national…