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Sophie Grigson’s desert island dishes

Sophie Grigson’s desert island dishes

What would be your eight dream dishes if you found yourself stranded on a desert island? Chef, TV presenter and
A beautifully presented 18th century former vicarage that offers three inspiring renovation opportunities

A beautifully presented 18th century former vicarage that offers three

Located in the heart of the village of Bodenham in Herefordshire, Pigeon House is a magnificent — and unlisted —
A ghost tour of London on foot

A ghost tour of London on foot

Many out there believe that the capital’s streets, pubs and even hospitals are home to myriad ghosts — a few friendly,
A 19th century tin and copper mine that’s become a fascinating dream home in Cornwall

A 19th century tin and copper mine that’s become a

Nature and historical architecture combine on this glorious stretch of river at Okel Tor Mine. Dubbed a ‘Cornish Treasure’ this
Nine beautiful candles to light up the long autumn nights

Nine beautiful candles to light up the long autumn nights

It’s time to chill, says Hetty Lintell, whose candle addiction is more than merely aesthetic. If you struggle with a
An incredibly rare opportunity to own a cottage in the grounds of Rievaualx Abbey

An incredibly rare opportunity to own a cottage in the

Buyers searching for a renovation project within a unique and awe-inspiring setting will be hard-pressed to find a property quite
Jason Goodwin: ‘It is up to each of us to keep our heads, do what is right and avoid evil’

Jason Goodwin: ‘It is up to each of us to

A timely pilgrimage to Westminster Abbey sees Jason muse on the notions of sovereignty that haven’t changed since the days
Five reasons to choose The Bahamas for your winter getaway

Five reasons to choose The Bahamas for your winter getaway

As the weather cools and the nights draw in, thoughts abound of escaping to a beautiful place around the world
A Victorian manor house in the Weardale Valley with spectacular views, four-poster beds and its own bar

A Victorian manor house in the Weardale Valley with spectacular

Surrounded by the North Pennines Area of Natural Beauty, yet still within striking distance of Durham and Newcastle, Westgate Manor
My Favourite Painting: Cecilia McDowall

My Favourite Painting: Cecilia McDowall

Composer Cecilia McDowall chooses a 15th century masterpiece by Fra Angelico. Cecilia McDowall on Annunciation by Fra Angelico ‘When I
Wildflower meadows are the most labour-intensive gardening you’ll ever do

Wildflower meadows are the most labour-intensive gardening you’ll ever do

Gardener and writer Mary Keen shares her thoughts on gardening’s answer to herding cats: trying to get a wildflower meadow
The Great Tower at Dover Castle: Power, prestige and plumbing

The Great Tower at Dover Castle: Power, prestige and plumbing

Jack Watkins looks at the story and impact of The Great Tower at Dover Castle, the imposing creation of Henry