Carl Thompson

1 week ago | carlthompson.co.uk | Carl Thompson

Building a balanced lifestyle often involves carving out time for meaningful interests. Certain hobbies offer more than just leisure. They help shape a refined sense of self, elevate confidence, and encourage mindful living. These timeless activities bring substance and enjoyment to your day while enhancing personal style, awareness, and focus. Here are five hobbies that fit seamlessly into a polished, fulfilling lifestyle, along with useful suggestions for making each one part of your routine.

2 weeks ago | carlthompson.co.uk | Carl Thompson

Deciding when to move home is a big decision can impact everything from your finances to your stress levels and your career. Whether you’re upsizing, relocating for work, or simply searching for a better fit, timing your move right can make all the difference. From understanding the housing market to aligning with your personal situation, here’s how to decide when it’s the best time to take the leap, particularly if you’re looking into new homes that match your lifestyle and future goals.

2 weeks ago | carlthompson.co.uk | Carl Thompson

As someone who takes pride in what I cook at home, whether it’s a slow Sunday roast or a spontaneous midweek steak night, I’ve become increasingly aware of where my meat comes from. Supermarket labels don’t always inspire confidence, and I’ve long been on the lookout for a supplier that offers proper, traditionally farmed, high-welfare British meat. So when I received a message from Swaledale Butchers offering me the chance to try their Essentials Meat Box, I was more than a little intrigued.

2 weeks ago | carlthompson.co.uk | Carl Thompson

Today I want to shine a light on a new grooming hack. New to me at least, The Nobleman Face and Body Wipes. I dipped my pinky toe in the murky waters of facial wipes with just a single purchase of the ACTIVE Lemon and Sage, fell in love and then returned to the Strip Mall to buy two more packs, the CLEANSING Hazel and Cucumber and the ENERGIZING Grapefruit and Vitamin C. Unsure really if there is much difference between all three? How can one energise a face and not clean it at the same time?

2 weeks ago | carlthompson.co.uk | Carl Thompson

Two iconic British names, one exceptional collaboration. On 16 April, Carl Friedrik and Williams Racing will officially launch a co-branded, limited-edition travel collection that unites the worlds of precision engineering and refined luxury. Born from a two-year licensing deal, this partnership embodies the spirit of innovation, speed, and craftsmanship that defines both brands.