Just one Bag. Travel with one bag is easy - where you go is the hardest choice you have to make!
Travel with One Bag. Backpacking and Exploring Spain with a Backpack.
March 6, 2020

Travelling with just one backpack. Shoestring budget, yes, wanting to travel quickly and without hindrance, also yes. Travel with one bag allows you to take advantage of the situation. [...]

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How sustainable is a backpack from Cora + Spink
September 29, 2019

Knowing where your things come from is important, but does that make them sustainable or even good? Here we explore some of the steps, good and bad Cora [...]

Pickle Rolltop Backpack getting rained on in a park in Leamington
Messenger Bag Vs Backpack: Which Should You Choose to Carry Your Laptop?
July 3, 2019

Deciding on a new bag can be tricky business. While there is no one perfect bag, there are distinct difference that make one type of bag better for [...]

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A Bottle Shop, wedding photographer, 2 bike mechanics + a cow…
June 28, 2019

Finding people nearby who share your passions isn't too difficult. But in a world where we're forever reminded we're more connected than before - how connected are we [...]

Driving on the wrong side of the road to France - Le Pailly Château
Driving on the Wrong Side of the Road
April 27, 2019

An adventure to France via the EuroTunnel - How does the train work, and what other things to be prepared for when driving in France for the first [...]

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Ethics of Working with Leather in 2019
April 3, 2019

Cora + Spink's approach to ethics has been clear from day one - everyone is happy on each step of the way. Here we look at the leather [...]

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Ten Unbelievable Facts About Backpacks
January 4, 2019

10 amazing backpack facts from Cora + Spink. Today we've rounded up a surprising number of weird backpack facts... just in time for the launch of 2019 range. [...]

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AntiSocial – No we're just secretive!
December 6, 2018

Launching the new range of Vegan Backpacks has taken a long time.... but we've got there. preorders are opening soon! [...]

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Best Laptop 2018 – But how big is it?
September 17, 2018

2018 has seen a significant jump in the quality and availability of all sorts of laptops. From thin and lightweight but powerful to big, bold and heavy gaming [...]

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How to Choose the Best Carry-On Backpack for a Weekend Getaway
June 24, 2018

Weekends away, last minute cheap flights, or just of the moment adventures... A carry-on backpack from Cora + Spink is going to be your best friend. Read our [...]

Rugged Backpack
Top Backpacks 2018 – Laptop Work Gym Travel
June 14, 2018

Top 5 backpacks for work, travel, the gym (sport activities) and carting a laptop around safely. We look at the features of our top backpacks from 2018. [...]

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How to reduce carbon footprint with a backpack?
May 22, 2018

Producing anything creates waste and pollution. How this can be managed forms the backbone of Cora + Spink's approach to making the best backpack you will ever own. [...]

Cora + Spink Backpacks Vanity Fair A List
February 18, 2018

Vanity Fair features our retailer Assembly, Frome as one it's A-List independent boutiques of 2018. Cora + Spink has worked with Anthony for 2 years producing world class [...]

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Backpacks, Denim and Suits… How to Wear
January 29, 2018

New jeans, new backpack… what do they have in common with a new kitten*? When your Cora + Spink backpack arrives you’ll be in no doubt as to [...]

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New Backpacks – 2018
January 15, 2018

Designing waxed canvas is easy - very easy, getting it made to Cora + Spink specifications is not. Read all about why and how we've finally got ready [...]

Dyeing for our waxed canvas bags?
September 20, 2017

Dyeing for our waxed canvas bags?   A few days ago I signed off the colours for summer production, signing off colours is important, yet very very difficult when [...]

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How to Travel After A levels Rather than go to University. The Grand Tour 2018
August 17, 2017

Grand Tour 2018. Cora + Spink and Ben Morris start preparing for an epic 6 month adventure around Europe. Backpack in hand, Ben's travelled before but this time [...]

Climbing Clee hill - with Ten Ball Backpack
How to explore and look good: camping, festivals and outdoors…
July 30, 2017

We recently took a day out to visit the RADAR station atop the the Clee Hills – Titterstone Clee Hill. Scouting locations for photoshoots has become a bit [...]

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15 days out in England, Scotland & Wales
April 16, 2017

We often forget what an Isle we live on, 15 days out in England, Wales and Scotland. [...]

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Traveling to Los Angeles for backpack inspiration
April 14, 2017

What we learned in LA - won't stay in LA! Travel helps us build on ideas, face situations that can be helped, and meet new people with new [...]

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First impressions – What's on your shoulder
April 12, 2017

Bags for the office? Your backpack is a key piece of real-estate on your body for making the right first impression. Read our guide to how best to [...]

Guide to buying backpacks
April 9, 2017

What ever you want a bag for, be that travel, work or weekends away you need to know what's right for you... our simple guide shows you what [...]

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Top 10 Going to University Fashion Tips
April 5, 2017

Going to university is fantastic, here's our top 10 going to university tip and tricks. Thinking about what bag to buy for university? Well, we cover that too [...]

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Travel Bags – Exploring Italy
March 29, 2017

Traveling with Tim Newman in Milan, Italy - a guitar and Butter Bag backpack. [...]

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Best every day backpack
January 28, 2017

A day out with one backpack - visiting the Welsh coastal town of Aberystwyth out of season seems such a great idea. Wind, surf and sand dunes in [...]

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Boutique of the Week – The Times
January 19, 2017

Cora + Spink features bags in The Times 'Boutique of the Week'. Like busses news comes in 3's. Today The Times, London featured our top stockist Assembly in [...]

Travelling through Berlin with backpack
Street Art Tour Berlin, Germany
January 18, 2017

In January we sent our Ayesha Bibi off to Berlin. She discovered a vast and exciting city, a town we're going to be spending more time. [...]