Trina's Fun Box

26/05/2026

Chilly paws dog cooling mats

Our Star is struggling inside , with fans on indoors these past few days , we've popped to our local B & M store and bought her the X Large chilly paws cooling mat, and she absolutely LOVES laying on it.

It's actually scratch resistant material, safe gell filling which is activated when she lays down, and last around 3 hours cooling , which is amazing, it is then reactivated after half hr next time she lays down ❤️ ..absolute game changer for her, so i thought I'd share incase it helps your pooches too.

How are your 4 legged family coping in the heatwave?

26/05/2026

This!

26/05/2026

Yet I'm out grocery shopping and idiots walking dogs 😡😡 really incences me -don't do it!
Dogs don't die from not going walkies-they do from heat stroke!

⚠️🥵 AMBER HEAT-HEALTH ALERT IN PLACE FOR CORNWALL 🥵⚠️

Powered by Trees and Bees Cornwall Ltd

Good morning everyone,

We don’t normally post too much about Heat Health Alerts because unfortunately they sometimes attract a few “it’s only summer!” type comments… but these alerts are issued for a reason, and with the current heatwave continuing across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, it’s important people understand the risks over the next few days.

An AMBER Heat-Health Alert is currently in place from today through the 28th as temperatures continue climbing well above average for late May.

Now for many people, this weather feels absolutely lovely:
Beaches packed🍦 Ice creams vanishing at an alarming speed
Beer gardens full
And everyone suddenly becomes “sunset photographers” for a week

But prolonged heat can also cause genuine health issues, especially for:
⚠️ Elderly people
⚠️ Young children and babies
⚠️ Those with breathing or heart conditions
⚠️ Vulnerable people living independently
⚠️ Care home residents
⚠️ Anyone working or exercising outdoors

One of the biggest concerns during these heatwaves is indoor overheating. Many buildings in the UK are designed to keep heat IN during winter, which means after several hot days and warm nights, houses and flats can start holding onto heat like giant brick ovens.

And with some areas recently experiencing “tropical nights” where temperatures stayed above 20°C overnight, many people simply aren’t getting proper cooling or sleep. That can quickly lead to exhaustion, dehydration and heat stress.

Basically… your upstairs bedroom may currently have the climate of southern Spain but with less air conditioning and more angry seagulls outside the window.

🌡️ WHY THIS HEAT FEELS SO UNCOMFORTABLE 🌡️

The combination of:
Strong sunshine, Temperatures into the high 20s or low 30s, very high pollen, Saharan dust, Moderate to high air pollution, Light winds

…can make the air feel very heavy and oppressive, especially during the afternoons and evenings.

Even healthy people can start feeling:
Tired, Dizzy, Headachy, Dehydrated
Short of breath during exercise

🏃‍♂️ IMPORTANT FOR RUNNERS, DOG WALKERS & EXERCISE 🏃‍♀️

If you normally go jogging, cycling or exercising outdoors during the afternoon, it may genuinely be worth changing your routine over the next few days.

Early mornings or later evenings will be much safer and more comfortable than trying to run at 2pm in full sunshine while the pavement feels hot enough to fry a Cornish pasty.

Please also remember:
Dog walks should ideally happen earlier or later in the day
Pavements become dangerously hot for paws
Carry water if exercising outdoors
UV levels remain HIGH to VERY HIGH

And honestly… if your fitness watch starts suggesting “perhaps sit down and reconsider your life choices,” maybe listen to it.

🌿 PLEASE CHECK ON OTHERS 🌿

A quick message or visit to elderly relatives, neighbours or vulnerable friends during this weather can genuinely make a huge difference.

Sometimes people don’t realise how overheated or dehydrated they’ve become until symptoms become more serious.

Simple things help:
Drinking water regularly, keeping curtains closed during peak heat
🌬️ Opening windows overnight if cooler, using fans where possible
Avoiding direct afternoon sunshine

And yes… don’t forget to leave fresh water out for wildlife, birds and pets too.

Smudge & Gus Weather Verdict

Smudge has officially cancelled all unnecessary outdoor activity and is now stretched across the cold kitchen tiles refusing to move unless snacks are involved.

Meanwhile, Gus attempted to sit in the garden for “just five minutes,” realised the sun had become personal, and immediately returned indoors looking offended by the entire atmosphere.

Both cats have issued a joint statement saying:
“Stay inside during peak heat, nap frequently, demand cold treats, and absolutely avoid running around like lunatics in 30°C sunshine.”

More updates soon everyone and please stay safe in the heat.

Kind regards,
KWT Dave

26/05/2026

Morning lovelies!
Happy Tuesday!
It's absolutely sweltering here in Cornwall and sleeping 3 stories up is like trying to sleep in a greenhouse 🤣

So expect less of me being remotely ' normal ' because I never was before 🤣😂

I had a day off here yesterday and did a car boot, in the heatwave 😅
It went so well, within 2 hours I packed up to go get a cheeky cider in the beer garden 🍺

Have you all had a fun bank holiday?

I'm just off grabbing the weekly shop and practising spending monopoly money 💰 🤣 if I'd known as a kid we'd grow up using it as currency , I've have tried harder 😂

24/05/2026

Great advice

Hydration Stations for Wildlife

Powered by Trees and Bees Cornwall Ltd

Good evening KWT followers,

We are reminded during hot spells to walk our dogs early morning and late evening, provide plenty shade and water, but what about wildlife?

Wildlife can struggle hugely during hot spells and we can do our bit to help them out. You might be surprised how climate control for wildlife can be helped by you! Being in Cornwall, the absence of water may seem unlikely but a few hot days can dry up water sources quickly.

Bees need LOTS of water! During a hot summer day a single healthy colony can use up to 2 litres of water just to survive.

Air Conditioning: Bees collect water and bring it into the hive, spreading it into a thin film. As it evaporates, it cools the hive and regulates humidity to protect the brood.

Feeding Baby Bees: Nurse bees need water to consume and produce royal jelly and brood food for developing larvae.

Diluting Honey: Honey can crystallize and thicken. Bees mix water with stored honey to make it soft and digestible.

How can we help? Bees can easily drown so place a shallow dish filled with pebbles, marbles or little pieces of twig and fill to just below the pebbles. This gives them a sound surface to stand on when drinking. It doesn’t need to be instagram worthy, just a bee beach.

Hedgehogs: Place shallow dishes (cat feeding dishes are great) of water in shaded spots. Avoid light plastic pots as little feet can easily tip them over and remove their lifeline.

If you only have larger or deeper dishes, little hedgehogs will struggle to reach in. Place stones around the dish and inside so they have a way to climb in and out. Accidental drowning in summer happens often to small wildlife.

Keep bird baths clean and topped up. Watch for cats around them though.

Paddling pools are great fun for kids (and adults!) but each year wildlife accidentally drowns whilst attempting to reach a water source that they cannot escape from. Try to cover pools at night and if you can’t, think about placing a makeshift ramp inside. Just an old piece of wood is enough. Be sure it won’t slip into water when stood on.

In the garden think about keeping an area of un-mowed lawn. Short lawns trap heat. Keeping an area of longer grass can help lower ground temperatures by several degrees and provide a mini haven for wildlife and pollinators.

Birds: RSPB guidance suggests avoiding the provision of additional bird feed at this time of year due to the choking risk to chicks. Natural food should be prevalent, but hot weather can make dry soil hard to access. Think about digging over areas of hardened soil and watering lightly. This allows natural behaviour to take place with a little help.

Weather isn’t just about BBQ’, beaches and bedding on the washing line. It can be a survival struggle for some, so let’s all try to do our bit to help.

Enjoy the sun safely and take care.

Sarah, KWT.

24/05/2026

⚘️🥀 Summertime Rose
Gifts with love ⚘️🥀

Wow! Isn't it absolutely sweltering out today! I'm so loving these golden rays!

Are you all enjoying the heat or is it a little too much?

We've some really pretty redoute rose gifts for you this afternoon, perfect for turning up the heat and embracing Summer.

Available to pre-order are:
🥀 Red redoute rose gift boxed mugs
£4.95 each
⚘️ Pink redoute rose gift boxed mugs
£4.95 each
🥀 Redoute rose coaster set 4 £4.00
⚘️ Redoute Rose matching Placemats set 4 £9

Do we like?

24/05/2026

Happy Sunny Sunday guys!

Isn't it just glorious out there ☀️

What are we all up to today?

I'm doing a little gardening and planting poppy and sunflower seeds with little T.

We're really trying to grow as many things as possible to encourage our garden birds to feed naturally .

Have a beautiful day xx

23/05/2026

Hide if you don't like spiders 🕷🤣

Usually, little T screams for help discovering a spider, even if it's almost invisible 😅, but I'm so proud of her 🤗

She's been out in the garden with me, excited to see so many of our wild flower seeds peeping through in a few of our garden troughs,
Suddenly, she spots this mummy spider, carrying her babies in a really bright turquoise sac on her abdomen .

" Oh no mummy! She's really stuck! And she's a mummy! "

Mumma was really struggling to get out of the trough because the plastic sheeting had her slipping back down, so, my usually terrified of spiders little T decides to crouch talking to her, 🤗 asked for my gardening gloves and rescued said enormous legged spider!

I think it's a wolf spider, but anyone actually know what is is? Very unusual to see the shimmery Turquoise sac.

Anyway, very proud mummy moment ❤️ ...I may pass out 🤣 but I'm proud 😂

23/05/2026

🌷🌸 Stunning Blue Hare decor.

The very epitome of Stunning Summer vibe kitchen ware is here
with the exquisite blue hare floral design is by lesser & Pavey.

🌸 Isn't it all just so gorgeous !

Now these don't stay in stock for long any time I have them in, so please be quick if you'd like to ensure you have yours 🌸🌷

Prices are :
🌷 Blue hare high quality porcelain mugs £6.50
🌸 Matching blue hare coasters £3 each
🌷 Blue hare porcelain breakfast plates £6.50 each
🌸 Stunning Blue floral hare enamel & wood tray ( 30cm) £12

Aren't they just totally beautiful 😍
and perfect for treating yourself or for a special occasion gift to your loved ones .

These are available to order from my website, the tray and breakfast plates are via Pre-orders but I receive those within 2 days, so, whether purchasing individual pieces or as a set, everything would be with you by next weekend 😀