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5 Things You Didn't Know About Maidenhead
Glamorous Maidenhead garnered its reputation as the Jewel of the Thames during Edwardian times. It may have changed a lot since then, but it remains an affluent town with many redeeming characteristics
Mind over matter
The mental wellbeing of the older generation has never been more important, but thankfully our care homes and retirement villages are stepping up to the challenge
Lyme Bay Tunny
During the 1930s the rich and famous fished for tuna off Scarborough, now bluefin tuna have been spotted here
Life in Lockdown
Household chores, home haircuts, dog walks and movie nights in is how the Fletcher family rolls
KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON
This is the time to take back control of your finances and shape your life where you can
New eyes on the Newbery Prize
Art lover and master tailor Jeremy Gower is relaunching a classical art competition, its original creator was an ambitious young Dorset artist
Good news stories
Dorset Magazine’s editor chooses some uplifting news stories that have caught her eye
Beauty & the Beast
Powered by a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio offers a unique blend of style and performance.
ABBOTSBURY CASTLE & ST LUKE'S CHAPEL
Enjoy superb views along the Jurassic Coast on this challenging walk
Green Shoots
Great garden design will not only add value to your home, it can extend your living area into the outdoors too
Harry's Sandbanks Lockdown
Former football manager and ‘King of the Jungle’ Harry Redknapp talks about family life with his wife Sandra during lockdown and his love for Dorset
THE INSIDER'S GUIDE
News and happenings from around the area with Somerset Life
The good life
There’s never been a better time to discover your green fingers and have a go at growing your own fruit and vegetables
WELLS COMES TOGETHER
The city of Wells relies heavily on tourism to support its economy, but a strong community is rising to the challenge of coronavirus, as the Dean of Wells Cathedral tells CATHERINE COURTENAY
Smelling of roses
With all this extra time on our hands, our gardens should be picture perfect come the summer months.
Pound & Priory
A farmland walk with SIMONE STANBROOK-BYRNE explores the historic village of Stogursey. If you don’t live in the area, this is one to save until restrictions are lifted!
Mind over matter
The mental well-being of the older generation has never been more important, but thankfully our care homes and retirement villages are stepping up to the challenge
A virtual tour of Bath
While all the city’s attractions and museums were closed as we went to print, Visit Bath highlights the virtual tours which can be explored from the comfort of your home
In the name of SOMERSET
Our county has leant its name to a variety of different items and places that are now recognised across the world. HOLLY LOUISE EELS highlights some - a few might surprise you
Working from home
Your next career move might just lie in your humble abode...
Wear it well
We all want to do our bit for the planet but sometimes it feels a bit overwhelming. In her series throughout 2020, KATE HASKELL talks to people and businesses doing their best to make it easier to live The Green Life. This month: Sancho’s of Exeter
Win a luxury stay
We’ve teamed up with one of the county’s finest spots to stay and dine to offer a Devon Life reader a fantastic foodie experience
A riot of colour
In a regular photo essay for Devon Life, Exeter Chiefs rugby player Olly Woodburn shows off his skills behind the lens
Still a Devon girl at heart...
They called her the ‘Paignton Peach’ because she had it all going for her – youth, a brilliant tennis talent and eyecatching good looks - and she was from Devon. We are talking about Sue Barker of course. BERNARD BALE catches up with her to talk tennis, TV and her home county
Pulling together for fun
ABI LEIGHTON-BOYCE talks to Joe Stafford of Exmouth Rowing Club about the appeal of the ocean
Ancient history on our beaches
Fossil finding is one of life’s pleasures. CHRISSY HARRIS finds out how you can enjoy a post-lockdown adventure along East Devon’s world famous coastline
Trot along for great fun!
We’ve teamed up with one of the county’s leading family attractions to offer you two chances to win The Perfect Piggy Experience
Not such a basket case
SUE CADE discovers the traditional craft of stave baskets is alive and well on Dartmoor
Curtain up on another summer of entertainment
CORMAC RICHARDS previews the exciting productions on offer in the forthcoming Summer Play Festival at The Manor Pavilion Theatre in Sidmouth
All aboard for seaborne adventure
Salcombe Yacht Club’s sailing coordinator of ten years, Jayne Morris, tells LYDIA PALESCHI about what makes the place so special for sailing