Are you less productive when working from home? Decluttering your home workspace could be the answer. Read on to find out more. The post How to transform your home workspace by decluttering appeared first on Office Breaks ..read more

Looking for a weekend escape close to London? The Forest of Dean offers acres of ancient woodland far from the madding crowds. The post A weekend on the wild side in the Forest of Dean appeared first on Office Breaks ..read more

 If you’re looking for day trip inspiration close to London, Blenheim Palace offers something for everyone.  There’s an array of exhibitions to delve into, stunning grounds to explore boasting both a lake and waterfall. And if that wasn’t enough, there’s … The post An extraordinary day out at Blenheim Palace appeared first on Office Breaks ..read more

Are you awaiting surgery?  Five weeks ago today, I had surgery on my foot and now I’m in my post-sick leave slow boat to recovery.   Having been through this ordeal before, I wanted to share my tips on how to … The post How to prepare for the return to work after surgery  appeared first on Office Breaks ..read more

No trip to the Swiss Alps could be complete without venturing to Jungfraujoch – a land of eternal snow accessed via a cogwheel railway that whisks you up to the highest train station in Europe. Undoubtedly an incredible experience but … The post How to visit Jungfraujoch without breaking the bank appeared first on Office Breaks ..read more

Volunteering is proven to increase confidence and wellbeing but for many full-time office workers, it’s difficult to find the time.  Team volunteering days are one of the few occasions we can reap the benefits of giving back.  Feeling frustrated with my own lack of time to volunteer, I’ve come up with five micro-volunteering opportunities that can fit easily into your lunch break. brightly coloured, folded paper hearts What is micro volunteering? Micro volunteering are brief tasks that don’t require any ongoing commitment on the part of the individual. These quick projects are mostly ..read more

Leamington Spa conjures up images of genteel ladies taking the waters before devouring a cup of Earl Grey and a crustless cucumber sandwich.  While much has changed since it’s thriving spa town days, it’s immaculate gardens and regency streets still retain an air of grandeur.  In need of a break over Easter, we set off to explore this Midlands gem. ornament in jephson gardens, leamington spa How to get there by train Leamington Spa’s located in the heart of Warwickshire in the West Midlands, approximately eighty miles from London. Chiltern Line train services run from London and take ..read more

Kew Gardens Orchids Festival offers a much-needed blast of flamboyant colour to drab February days. Bringing the warmth of Africa to our shores this year, the Prince of Wales Conservatory is once again the host for this year’s floral extravaganza. Feeling in desperate need of some colour and warmth, I took a Friday off work to escape to another world. pinks and purple orchids at Kew gardens orchid display When is the Kew Gardens Orchid Festival? The festival runs every year from the 4 February until the 5 March and is held in the Prince of Wales Conservatory.  What is the Kew Gardens Orch ..read more

Bentley Priory Museum is undoubtedly one of greater London’s hidden gems.  Located near Bentley Priory nature reserve, this grade II* listed mansion was the Headquarters for Fighter Command during World War 11.  Acting as an intelligence filter on incoming air raids, RAF Bentley Priory helped us win the Battle of Britain and maintain the free world. Intrigued, I took an afternoon off to find out more.  close up of fighter pilot at Bentley Priory What is the history of Bentley Priory? Founded in 1170, Bentley Priory’s first residents were Augustinian Friars who lived there until ..read more

Do you take 10,000 steps a day?  I recently attended a wellbeing webinar at work which highlighted the important of reaching this lofty goal.  We all know the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle but how easy is it to fit five miles into the average working day?  And do we really need to reach 10,000 steps a day to reap health benefits? Read on to find out more. Woman walking 10000 steps up stairs Where did 10,000 steps a day come from? The 10,000 steps a day goal started by accident in Japan in the 1960s when a clockmaker mass-produced a pedometer.  It was called the 10,000 st ..read more