Rayofsun_adventures

21/10/2026

A sunrise for you, Daddy 🤍🌄 

A couple of days after losing my dad, Mum and I headed up onto the Long Mynd. A place that holds so many precious memories of him.

We watched the most beautiful sunrise, drank tea from his mug and spent time with the lovely wild ponies. 🐴

Dad absolutely loved it up there. We'd walked those hills together, and he always had such a soft spot for the ponies. The rolling hills and purple heather reminded him of home. His beloved Bonnie Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

I still can't quite believe he's gone.

I can't believe I'll never see his face again, hear his voice or wrap my arms around him for another hug. I don't think my heart has quite caught up with what's happened.

I keep finding myself talking to him as though he's still here beside me. Telling him things, pointing things out, imagining what he'd say.

And I really do hope he is.

So many weird and wonderful things happened in the days leading up to his death, and in the days since. 

Dad wasn't religious. But when the time came, I think he believed there was something. Something beyond this life. And I certainly do too!

Grief is such a strange thing. The world keeps turning, the sun keeps rising, the birds keep singing, and somehow life carries on when your whole world has stopped and shattered 💔

But standing up there with Mum, watching the first light spill across the hills and the red Kite float across the sky, I felt a little closer to him 🤍

14/10/2026

Sometimes, getting outside is exactly what the soul needs. 🍂❤️

This morning I had the privilege of leading another Walk for Wellbeing in beautiful Ludlow, in collaboration with Lingen Davies, bringing together people living with and beyond cancer.

And goodness, I needed this one just as much as anyone. ❤️

We explored the historic streets around Ludlow Castle, wandered alongside the River Teme and the Weir, soaked up the gorgeous views from Whitcliffe Common and made our way through Ludlow town, admiring its beautiful buildings, including the iconic Feathers Hotel.

Fresh autumn air, getting those steps in, beautiful views, golden leaves underfoot and that crisp chill that somehow manages to clear a little of the mental fog.

But more than anything, it was the people. 🥹

With everything going on with my dad, I felt so much love, kindness and understanding from everyone today.

There were heartfelt conversations. Deep conversations. Tears. Laughter. Sorrow. Hope.

And that beautiful reminder that we can hold so many emotions at once. That even in the hardest chapters of life, there's still room for connection, joy and moments of light.

There's something incredibly powerful about walking alongside people who understand just how precious life is. No judgement, no pressure to put on a brave face. Just showing up as we are.

And because no good walk should end without good food… a VERY generously packed salad box with pulled pork and all the works from was the perfect finish. 🤤

Today reminded me why I do what I do. The healing power of nature isn't just about the miles we walk or the views we see. It's about the conversations, the connections and the space we create for one another.

Sometimes the person leading the walk needs it just as much as the people joining. And today, that was me. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who walked, talked, laughed, cried and shared a little piece of themselves today. And to Lingen Davies for helping make these free community walks possible.

**Fresh air. Full hearts. And a reminder that none of us has to walk through life's hardest moments alone.** 🍁

13/10/2026

SOLD OUT! 🥳

YOU’RE INVITED!! 🥾🎉

Sun 06 Dec 2026 | Merrell Hiking Club x Revive Community Launch Hike

We’re over the moon to be supported by Merrell Hiking Club for a community hike to launch Revive Outdoor Adventures this coming December. Pop your snuggly coat and beanie hat on for a wintery walk through Cannock Chase, spotting the deer and making new friends as we head along the trails, stopping at a cafe along the way. What a better way to spend your Sunday morning and help us celebrate the launch of our new CIC supporting women who have experienced domestic abuse.

We’ve chosen the stunning location of Cannock Chase for our first event as it sits so nicely between our two key locations - Shropshire Hills & Peak District, meaning we can hopefully be accessible to as many of you as possible!

This event is free to attend for all women, due to the kindness of the Merrell Hiking Club Adventure Fund, however we would appreciate any small donation in return for your free ticket, which will go directly towards our future hiking events. You can donate through our ‘Support’ page, or by selecting the donation option on the ticket.

Find all the key details below and grab your ticket now on our website before they get snapped up!

👉 www.reviveoutdooradventures.com/adventures/p/merrell-hiking-club-community-hike
(Linked in our bio!)

P.S Merrell have hinted they may be able to donate some shoes for this event, so pop your shoe size in the booking form for a chance to get a pair...

🥾 Key Event Details

Date: Sunday 06 December 2026
Time: 9:30am - 1pm (approx.)
Location: Cannock Chase
Length: approximately 10km and mostly flat
Difficulty: beginner friendly along forest trails
Open to: all adult women - you do not need to be a survivor of domestic abuse to attend this event, we welcome all supporters.

🙌 don’t hang about, we’re expecting tickets to be snapped up quickly, so grab yours and be part of the exiting launch of Revive 💚

10/10/2026

A little magic on a Friday evening 🪄✨

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01/10/2026

🍂 AUTUMN IS CALLING… AND WE'VE GOT PLANS! 🥾🌙

Golden hills, crisp autumn air, sunset summits, ancient folklore and a whole lot of good company.

If you've been meaning to get outdoors more, meet new people or simply make a little more time for yourself, consider this your invitation! 💛

HERE'S WHAT'S COMING UP 👇
⛰️ MON 12 OCT | The 3 Clee Hills | £45
Three hills. One epic day. Big views, beautiful landscapes and a proper leg-stretch across some of Shropshire's finest countryside.

💚 WED 14 OCT | Walk for Wellbeing: Ludlow | FREE
In partnership with Cancer Support Fund. A welcoming community walk celebrating the healing power of nature, movement and connection.

🌕 MON 26 OCT | Full Hunter's Moon Sunset Hike | £20
Join us on Brown Clee, Shropshire's highest hill, as we watch the sunset and (weather permitting!) welcome the rising Hunter's Moon. A little mountain magic!

🔥 SUN 1 NOV | Samhain Storytelling Sunset Hike | £45
In collaboration with the incredible storyteller , explore Corndon Hill and the ancient Mitchell's Fold stone circle. Expect captivating folklore, atmospheric landscapes and a little spooky-season magic 👻

🌳 WED 11 NOV | Walk for Wellbeing: Haughmond Hill | FREE
Another lovely collaboration with Cancer Support Fund. Slow down, reconnect with nature and enjoy the simple pleasure of walking together.

NEW TO ROSA? YOU'RE MORE THAN WELCOME! 💛
Whether you're an experienced hiker, finding your feet outdoors, coming with a friend or turning up solo, there's a place for you here.

Come for the views. Stay for the people. Leave with muddy boots, happy memories and probably a few new hiking buddies.

Life's too short to keep putting adventures off 😉

🎟️ READY TO JOIN US?
Explore all upcoming events and book your place via the link in our bio or:
👉 www.rayofsunadventures.com/event
☀️ Rewild your life, one walk at a time.

30/09/2026

🎗️ BECOMING A CANCER CHAMPION – WHEN CANCER HITS CLOSE TO HOME 💛

There's something incredibly poignant about sharing this now.

Just over a week before my world turned upside down, I completed my Cancer Champion training with Lingen Davies.

Having already supported my mum through cancer treatment, it felt like a meaningful way to use my voice and the ROSA community to raise awareness.

Days later, my beloved Dad was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. It's untreatable, and we've been told he has very little time left.

Today, we travelled from London to Shrewsbury, where he's moving in with me so I can care for him through the final chapter of his life.

We'll now have support from Severn Hospice alongside Macmillan Cancer Support and Lingen Davies. How incredibly fortunate we are to have these wonderful services and the people behind them here in Shropshire 💛

I never imagined quite how close to home that training would feel.

If I can encourage you to do anything, it's this:

💛 GO for your screenings.
💛 Don't ignore persistent changes in your body.
💛 Advocate for yourself. If you're worried, keep going back to your GP, ask questions and seek a second opinion. Don't allow your concerns to be dismissed.
💛 Know about Martha's Rule and how to request an urgent review if someone is deteriorating in a participating hospital and your concerns aren't being heard.

And perhaps most importantly, we need to talk about illness, dying and death far more openly. They're part of life, yet remain such taboo subjects. Silence doesn't make them any less painful; sometimes it just makes people feel more scared and alone.

I've shared more in my latest blog, including:

🥾 The upcoming T***y Trail Shropshire
🌿 FREE cancer wellbeing opportunities for people living with or recovering from cancer across Telford, Shropshire & Mid Wales.
🎗️ Cancer awareness, advocating for your health and where to find support.

If sharing this encourages just ONE person to get checked, attend a screening, access support or feel less alone, then it's worth it.

👉 READ THE FULL BLOG: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/post/let-s-talk-about-cancer-what-i-learnt-becoming-a-cancer-champion

17/09/2026

I was genuinely sad to leave Anglesey 🥹

There’s this little bubble that forms on a group trip. You arrive with your bags and walking boots, perhaps not knowing anyone. A few days later, you’re cheering each other up hills, having unofficial therapy sessions in the hot tub and laughing in the local pub with the locals—free shots included 😂

The pub’s drunk oracle named us “The Sisterhood”. Honestly? He nailed it. The Sisterhood group chat lives on, and I hope it never goes quiet 💛

This group of women was so kind and supportive of one another. We had proper belly laughs, honest conversations and those wholesome little moments that are hard to explain unless you were there. It was so much more than just walking.

But it was walking, too. Four days of it, through rain and along wild coastlines with some incredible views. For some of the group, it was their first multi-day hiking trip. Watching them discover what they were capable of—and start dreaming about bigger adventures—was one of my favourite parts of the week 🥾🌊

I love seeing that progress: the confidence building day by day, someone surprising themselves with how far they can go, and everyone cheering them on. Then recovering together afterwards, preferably with good food and a hot tub involved.

We left Anglesey with tired legs, new friendships and a name we apparently have to live up to now. Thank you, Sisterhood. I miss our little bubble already 🥹

If you’re looking at these photos thinking, I’d love to be part of something like that, our next Anglesey adventure is 11–15 July 2027. Find it on the website: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/anglesey-walking-escape

Come on your own if you like—you won’t be on your own for long ☀️



Wellness and Walking Holidays

16/09/2026

Can we take a moment to appreciate these beautiful photos from our Anglesey trip by Julia at ? 😍📸 They take me straight back there—even to the rain!

It rained quite a lot over our four days of coastal walking, but it certainly didn’t dampen our spirits. We had epic views, plenty of steps, really good food and so many laughs. In the evenings, we came back to our lovely house for a hot-tub soak and a proper catch-up. 🌊🥾

It was such a joy to create this adventure with Anna from . A big thank you to for supporting the trip, too—everyone was absolutely chuffed with their new Merrell hiking shoes. 🧡

If these photos are giving you a little Anglesey FOMO, I have good news: our next trip is 11–15 July 2027! You can find the details and book via the Ray Of Sun Adventures website:

https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/anglesey-walking-escape

Who’s coming to explore the coast with us next summer? ☀️

15/09/2026

2 years ago today I qualified as a Mountain Leader!! 🏔️

What an incredible 2 years it's been! So much learning, so many adventures and time spent building this wonderful community! I've met so many amazing people and made the best friends!! 🧡🧡🧡

Thank you to everyone who has supported Ray of Sun Adventures and here's to the future! We're only just getting started!! 🙌🏽