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HOME IS THE BEST ESCAPE
Spark your imagination with a subscription to the only country magazine with home at its heart. See page 140
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Fanny Shorter
This Hampshire-based designer’s whimsical wallpapers and fabrics celebrate the beauty and exuberance of the natural world
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Dominic Pearce
North Cornwall-based Dominic Pearce uses age-old techniques to carve bowls, plates, boards and more from foraged native hardwood
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History in the making
In celebration of its 150th anniversary, Liberty has launched a new homeware collection, inspired by its iconic archive of bold and floral prints. The limited-edition kitchenware comprises tea cosies, linens, mugs and more, while a curated range of 15 heirloomworthy cushions has also been unveiled. Designed to complement fabrics and wallpapers from the brand, launched earlier this year, expect 1970s-style florals and pretty paisleys, bold geometrics and formal stripes, libertylondon.com
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CHANGE OF SCENE
Helen Cartwright’s converted cowshed proved the perfect place to embrace a new outdoor lifestyle and enjoy the wide country vistas from every room
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ISLAND IDYLL
Contemporary artist Bridget Lansley applied her love of colour and composition to transform a run-down clapboard house on the Isle of Wight into a stunning seaside home
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LIFE STORY
Amber Clery has lovingly curated her characterful home to reflect an enduring passion for travel and thrifting
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CALIFORNIA DREAMING
The golden beaches of Camber Sands in Kent were the next best thing to Los Angeles for one couple in search of a beachside adventure
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COTTAGE COMFORT
When Giles Kime and his wife Katie bought a tired and badly extended 17th-century cottage, they set out to revive the old property and create a restful family home full of character
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RIDING THE WAVE
After years of travelling on the pro-surfer circuit, Jayce Robinson and Hannah Michael chose West Cornwall to build their dream country life
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GAME PLAN
Transforming a derelict squash court into a home was the bold vision of Carol and Martin Druce. With help from daughter Sarah, it was then extended again to make even more of its stunning setting
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LIGHT & BREEZY
Hayley and Craig Morris have transformed their beautiful Arts and Crafts home with a simple scheme that lets the true character of the house shine through
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REVIVE AND RESTORE
Give your sofa and armchairs a fabulous style update with Plumbs’ expertly handcrafted covers
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HOLIDAY SPIRIT
Get your outdoor space staycation-ready with comfy spots to relax, practical areas to cook and dine, and easy ways to change the mood after dark
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A COTTAGE BY THE SEA
A little bit country, a little bit coastal – this pretty take on nautical style channels gentle blue, taupe and green for a soft and breezy seaside look
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FIVE FOUNDATIONS OF CEILING-RAISING STYLE
Challenge convention and trade an unassuming white-painted ceiling for one that packs a decorative punch
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FARM TO TABLE
Once a cold and compact room with barely space to cook and eat in, this kitchen is now a spacious and welcoming family hub
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Kitchen dilemmas
Enjoy a taste of summer with the latest kitchen gadgets, but what should you choose?
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DISPLAY CABINETS
Bring your kitchen to life with a clever and characterful showcase of your favourite items
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LANDSCAPE PAINTING
Look to nature to provide seasonal colour palette inspiration. This month, we love mysterious rock pools
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Tangled tales
Nothing says ‘dream home’ like decadent wisteria or roses rambling up the walls, but are they causing damage? We asked the experts
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Going off-road
Find the perfect balance between practicality and sustainability, with our expert advice on creating a dream driveway
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‘Colour and textiles are my heart story, it’s in my blood’
Siân Cornish, expert in natural dyes
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‘That sense of coming home was what I wanted our guests to feel’
Ali Paice, co-founder of Bert’s Kitchen Garden
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A new wave
Spending time in natural ‘blue spaces’ – our coasts, rivers and lakes – benefits our physical and mental health. Discover the wellbeing effects of water, plus the best UK swim spots to dive into this summer
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The bliss of doing nothing
A planned staycation grants Diana peaceful days enjoying her Greenfields garden, as well as exploring new and favourite destinations close to home
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My new kitchen garden
Diana Yates is planning self-sufficiency into her plot with a new kitchen garden that will provide produce all year round – and serve up sustenance for the soul, too
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The secret Cotswolds guide
For those who prefer not to follow the crowd, we reveal some of the best, but relatively undiscovered places to enjoy in the country’s chicest region
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Gilded trinket trays
Transform seashells with découpage and gold leaf to make pretty jewellery and keepsake dishes
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Share the joy
These delicious fish suppers are designed for tucking into together, whether that’s a family dinner or a feast for feeding a crowd
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The wilder west
The islands off the west coast of Ireland are steeped in history and mystery, best explored on foot to experience their natural beauty and isolation
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A sizzling summer
Fuss-free and full of flavour, these are the perfect dishes to share with family and friends on a summer’s day in the garden
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PASTORAL SYMPHONY
Relaxing our grip on our gardens and creating a closer harmony with wildlife is bringing a new beauty to our outdoor spaces – gentler, looser and naturally delightful
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HEART OF STONE
The natural crunch and colour of gravel paths and landscaping brings harmony to a country garden, while planting through the stones brings a softer style to beds and borders
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Lovely lilacs
Choose from a stunning standard variety or compact lilac to bring colour and scent to your garden from May through to September
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SOFT & HARDY
Beautiful geraniums provide dainty colour and vigorous ground cover for months. Here’s our pick of this versatile bloom
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A SUMMER RAINBOW
Bring a blaze of colour to your garden in August with a palette of bright and contrasting blooms, carefully positioned pots and a few late-season buys
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Tales from the country
She’s embracing the joys (and expense) of the local farmers’ market – even the ‘coffee jam’
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Modern GARDEN IDEAS
Get inspired by our contemporary ideas – featuring outdoor kitchens, chic lighting solutions, stylish sheds, and more
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Fabulous FERNS
Delicate foliage can bring low-maintenance splendour to shade, and will transform an otherwise drab area into a leafy paradise
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A holiday AT HOME!
Caroline and Tim Norris opted for seating, a kitchen, a summerhouse and hot tub that turns their garden into the perfect staycation spot!
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Cottage GARDEN IDEAS
Charming ways to create a character-filled outdoor space you’ll instantly fall in love with
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10 OF THE BEST Scented climbers
Cover an unsightly wall or trellis with blooms that are bursting with colour and fragrance
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Well INCLINED
The Smiths made their garden more usable by dividing it into split-level spaces, each with its own look, feel and purpose
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Small GARDEN IDEAS
Maximise the potential of your compact space by giving these ideas a go for a stylish update – your outdoor space will instantly feel bigger and brighter
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10 special shrubs FOR SMALL SPOTS
These fussfree, compact shrubs are guaranteed to provide colour and impact for years without growing out of control – which means less stress for you!
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A family affair
With spaces for eating, socialising, alone time and hobbies, Tracey James and Paul Roye have created a garden specially designed to suit every member of their family
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Tropical GARDEN IDEAS
Transform your garden into an exotic oasis for an instant holiday vibe
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Tropical planting
Create a bold look in your back garden with exotic evergreens that provide low-effort drama and bold interest all year round
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Small VICTORIES
Alasdair and Philippa Beaumont weren’t going to let a tiny plot stop them having the garden of their dreams
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Low-maintenance GARDEN IDEAS
Spend more time relaxing and less time working in your outdoor space with these clever design solutions
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Easy planting
If your idea of a dream garden is one where you spend time sitting down enjoying it, you need our guide to low-maintenance gardening…
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Going GREEN
Re-planning their garden in tandem with building a new extension helped Adam and Irenie Cossey create a flexible outdoor space for all the family
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Front GARDEN IDEAS
These design tips and tricks are guaranteed to instantly improve your home’s kerb appeal
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Beautiful BASKETS
Smarten up your front garden with hanging baskets that will burst with blooms from spring until the end of summer
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OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES
Want to make the most of summer living? Follow our tips and create an open-air chill-out zone that’s built for soaking up those gorgeous rays…
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Time to go ALFRESCO!
Take your outdoor cooking up a level with an outdoor kitchen that’s perfect for cooking up a storm on a hot summer’s day
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Outdoor BAR IDEAS
Looking for outdoor bar ideas? Get that holiday feel at home with these inspiring ways to party in the garden
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Outdoor DINING IDEAS
Make eating in the garden a breeze with these solutions – perfect for plots both big and small
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Lights OUT!
Enjoy your garden after the sun goes down by introducing some stylish lighting
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PLAN A NEW PATIO
If your patio is looking a bit tired, now is the perfect time to plan a revamp
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Your easy guide to GARDEN ROOMS
How about an extra room without the cost of an extension? From a simple self-build to something with all the amenities – we explore the options
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STAY WARM all evening
Enjoy your outside space even on cooler spring and summer nights with a heater. We explore the main options that are available for you to decide which one is right for you
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INSPIRING READS FOR A HAPPIER YOU
From travel and food to mindfulness and fitness, discover motivational books to enrich and enhance your life
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50 great value plants for BUDGET GARDENING
A beautiful and productive garden needn’t cost the earth – simply choose the right plants
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MODERN container ideas
Whether you want a stylish display on a patio or fancy trying your hand at growing veggies, these planter ideas will perk up your outdoor space
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10 OF THE BEST Star shrubs
Boost colour in spring and summer with these low maintenance alternatives to annuals
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Your guide to SUMMER SCENT
Choose fabulously fragranced flowers to add an extra-special touch to your summer garden
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Easy WEEKEND PROJECT
Upcycle your tins into something pretty and decorative for your garden
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Plant a wildflower MEADOW
You don’t need a huge garden to enjoy the romance of a wildlife-rich meadow. All you need is a sunny patch in the garden no matter the size
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Bee hotel
Create a bigger buzz in your garden with this swanky bug bee ’n’ bee
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10 OF THE BEST perfect plants for butterflies
Grow the plants that butterflies love and watch them flock to your garden
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Fabulous foliage
Who needs flowers? These leafy lovelies come into their own in the cooler months
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Crops for SMALL SPACES
These easy vegetables and salads will keep going all summer, no matter how little outdoor space you have for them
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Miniature HERB GARDEN
Upcycle empty jars into handy planters, then mount on a wall in your kitchen or garden
