I was born, work and live on the tiny islands of the U.K. but occasionally explore the rest of the globe when I can. Discovering new spots in the British Isles in the meantime.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I live in a beautiful corner of England in the Lake District, so it is criminal not to host! Always interested in meeting new people, hearing of their adventures, sharing stories and knowledge. Having some couches to bounce from place to place is appealing too.

Interests

• writing
• books
• poetry
• cooking
• politics
• live music
• cycling
• trail running
• swimming
• volunteering
• lakes
• mountains
• travel
• short stories
• social justice
• waterfalls
• ancient history
• museums
• wild camping
• caves
• pubs
• cycle touring

Music, Movies, and Books

Will dance and listen to pretty much anything. Usually 3 years after its released. But worship Kate Bush.

Jurassic Park. For the sounds. The noise when they turn on the walkie talkies. Cannot stop thinking about My Beautiful Broken Brain. It's on Netflix.

I'll read anything, including maps. I love a good short story - Lydia Davis, Alice Munro. But Roald Dahl is King.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Quitting.

Teach, Learn, Share

My navigation skills are excellent, I can read a map and use a compass.
I'm competent on a ukulele.
I can entertain children for approximately 90 minutes.
I always want to learn new dance moves.
I like saying 'ce n'est pas possible' and want to learn more French.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Previous work in hostels means I can cook, clean up after and make drinks for 100 people without getting flustered. I know how to fix a bike puncture. I'm a whiz at application forms. I don't often bake but I can melt chocolate in the microwave and open rice krispies with the best of them.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, China, Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Malawi, Mongolia, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Spain, Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago, United Arab Emirates, United States, Wales, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

Malawi, Mongolia, United Kingdom