Hazel Scott

Navigating the UK housing market is becoming akin to walking through a minefield blindfolded. With economic indicators flashing warning signals like a lighthouse in a storm, let’s dissect the signs suggesting the UK housing market is more of a bubble than a stable foundation. 1. Skyrocketing House Prices The chasm between house prices and the … Read more

Let’s face it: Brits love to wallow in a good moan. Whether it’s about our absurdly overpriced train sandwiches or the endless battle with potholes, there’s no shortage of things we love to gripe about. Here’s a collection of our most cherished complaints. 1. The Fetishisation of Avocado Toast What started as a humble breakfast … Read more

Ever wonder how ridiculous the price disparity is between houses in the North and South of England? Thinking about ditching the ludicrously priced South for somewhere you might actually be able to own a closet without a mortgage? 1. Edinburgh Edinburgh scoffs at the Southern prices with a modest 50% reduction, but against London, the … Read more

Think life in the UK is expensive? You’re not wrong. Here are 20 items where Brits are paying more than people abroad—and it’s not getting any cheaper. 1. Fuel Prices Let’s start with the obvious: fuel. The UK consistently ranks among the most expensive places to fill up your tank. With taxes and levies pushing … Read more

Let’s face it – Britain isn’t what it used to be. Between the political theatre, overpriced everything, and the relentless march of technology, it’s hard not to feel like we’ve lost something along the way. Remember when things were simpler, even if they were a bit rubbish? Here’s a brutally honest look at what we … Read more

British pubs are not just watering holes; they’re vaults of secrets and stories. But which of these tales are just frothy myths, and which ones ring true? 1. The Screaming Skull of The Ram Inn, Gloucestershire The Ram Inn is notorious for its “screaming skull” that reportedly causes chaos if moved from its perch. Locals … Read more

Let’s peel back the layers on this pivotal figure, spotlighting both the hallmark traits and the more obscure quirks that sketch a fuller picture of the Labour leader. 1. Destiny’s Child Named after Keir Hardie, a founding member of the Labour Party, Starmer’s name seems less coincidence and more a nod to destiny. It’s as … Read more

Living abroad can be an exhilarating adventure, but every Brit knows there’s no place like home. Ever wondered what Brits abroad miss the most when they swap their wellies for sandals? 1. Proper Cuppa Nothing starts the day quite like a proper British cup of tea. Many expats lament the lack of readily available Yorkshire … Read more

You think you’re tough? Think again. If you can’t handle these old-school survival skills, you’re not as prepared as you think. It’s time to step up and prove you’ve got what it takes. 1. Fire Starting Without Matches Relying on matches or a lighter? Pathetic. Learn to start a fire with flint and steel or … Read more