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Can We Combat Climate Change?

Modular Classrooms, who offer sustainable building solutions for expanding schools and colleges, conducted an extensive survey of 6,000 Brits to discover how much we trust our political parties to combat climate change.

10 Tilehurst things to love about

Famed for its tile production and palatial parks, Tilehurst is very much part of Reading, but still has a village feel, as Claire Pitcher finds out

Meet the Love experts

Sarah Rodi speaks to the relationship gurus to learn some lessons in love this Valentine’s Day, plus we bring you our top date destinations in Berkshire

Puppy love

We love our pets like they are family, so don’t forget to show them you care this Valentine’s Day

Grandparent alienation

Grandparents can gain an enormous amount of pleasure from their grandchildren, but when those relationships are restricted, it can cause terrible heartache. We take a look at a new report urging the Government to take more steps to grant greater rights to grandparents

Learning to be... FEARLESS in the Kitchen

Sarah Rodi attended Jen Roach’s meat-free meals course, providing ideas to inspire people to eat more plant-based, home-cooked, easy and delicious food for their health. Here’s how she got on

Kate Humble “I owe a lot to Berkshire”

TV’s ever-popular wldlife and countryside presenter Kate Humble is never happier than when she is outdoors and working, and she believes that it all began when she lived in a rural area of Berkshire

COLD AS ICE

This winter, the Icehotel in Swedish Lapland celebrated its 30th anniversary. Rebecca Younger braved the elements for a chilly once-in-a-lifetime experience

Berkshire on the Great West Way

Sarah Rodi caught up with Director David Andrews on the anniversary of the Great West Way

A private chef for a night

Lara Cory enjoyed a romantic dinner with her husband, cooked for them by an experienced chef in the comfort of their own home

Meet The Gin Makers

There are some new gins on the block in Berkshire, so Sarah Rodi spoke to the people behind the brands. We never liked the idea of Dry January anyway... (Please drink responsibly)

Why GratItude Is Good

Gratitude goes beyond great manners – it’s a mindset and a lifestyle choice. Holly Louise Eells discovers the art of appreciation

52 Things To Do In Berkshire In 2020

Make this your best year yet with these ideas – one for each week of the year

Kate Still Loves Her Roots

Megastar Kate Winslet, who hails from Reading, is coming to our screens in the new film Ammonite, in which she stars as the famous fossil hunter Mary Anning. She chats to Bernard Bale about her upbringing in Berkshire and her glittering career

TAKE IT EASY at a spa near you

In 2020, you’re going to get the balance right. Make this year the one in which you invest in self-care. To help, we have rounded up the best places in and around Berkshire where you can relax and unwind

Staying on track

Did a mixture of post-Christmas guilt and a few too many Proseccos on New Year’s Eve lead you to one of the most popular resolutions of all time – exercising more? Here’s our edit of Berkshire’s latest fitness clubs and classses

Global accents

Annabel Smith, founder of Telescope Style, loves to bring the world into her home. Here, she takes us on a tour of her treasure trove of souvenirs

Clearing the way

Time for a fresh start? Many of us aim to get on top of our household chores in January, but what of those affected by hoarding disorders? We spoke to a new Reading-based support group helping people with issues

Fair share

Here are some top tips on how to start investing your money today for a brighter tomorrow

Crossing the Ts

Volkswagen’s smallest SUV offers impressive interior space and a big-car driving experience

White Christmas

Every year, Tom Baker from Sandhurst in Berkshire, transforms windows around the country using a can of snow spray and a dry brush...

The Man Behind The Menu

Exclusive to Berkshire Life, Adam Smith, Executive Chef at Restaurant Coworth Park, brings us the latest news

Spend Christmas By The Sea...

Sarah Rodi took a trip to two exceptional destinations in Devon to see what celebrating Christmas on the coast is really like...

Our Lady Of The Castle

Holly Louise Eells talks to the Countess of Carnarvon of Highclere Castle, the real-life resident of the home portrayed in Downton Abbey, about her new book, Christmas and Berkshire memories

Good, Honest Food

Romilla Arber is passionate about food – where it comes from and how it’s cooked. This ethos led her to set up the Honesty Group across Berkshire. Here she talks to Sarah Rodi

Countdown To Christmas

December looks set to be as busy as ever, so take advantage of our day-by-day guide to help you keep on top of all those necessary preparations. We’ve included some festive fun, too

Christmas Ride

Colin Wharton takes you on a trip from Reading, through the twinkling villages of Sonning and Shiplake

Chelsea Pensioners Enjoy A Tour Of Duty In Berkshire

A group of Chelsea Pensioners – the retired army veterans who live at the Royal Hospital, famous for their smart red uniforms – have had a surprise tour of duty at Yattendon Estates in Berkshire, inspecting the ranks of the Christmas trees that will soon be raising money for the historic Hospital.

10 Festive Fairs & Magical Markets

Fairs & Magical Markets

'I'll Be Celebrating Christmas In Berkshire'

The last few years have been times of change for TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher. Sarah Rodi chats to the star about her move back to the county and what she has planned for 2020