CATEGORIES
FRONT RUNNER
Now racing has returned to our screens, ITV’s Ed Chamberlin reveals what it has been like presenting from his Broughton home
Behind closed doors
Meet the two women shining a light on Hampshire’s hidden historical sites as the 2020 Heritage Open Days defy the coronavirus crisis
10 New places to dine out
From the historic Grosvenor Hotel to pop-up café The Yard, book in to Hampshire’s newest places to eat
The ELEPHANT in the room
As Tracy Spiers visits Royal Leamington Spa, she finds a town full of positivity, pedals, parks, prestige and pachyderms, with no time to dwell on that other ‘p’ word
Mellow fruitfulness
Growing your own fruit is achievable whatever the size of your garden, producing a harvest of delicious wholesome tastes
THE SOUNDS OF DOWNS
Rose Elinor Dougall was a founding member of girl band The Pipettes before going solo and working with superproducer Mark Ronson. So how did lockdown in Lewes inspire her creativity?
Safe harbour
Director and harbour master of Chichester Harbour Conservancy Richard Craven oversees an area providing habitat for 55,000 birds – and more than 10,000 sailors
War and peace
Watercolour artist Gordon Rushmer’s Sussex landscapes are a far cry from his previous career as a war artist
REBUILDING HISTORY
How a revolutionary idea dreamed up 50 years ago in Singleton became one of our best-loved heritage sites
All things BRIGHT and Beautiful
Illustrator Camilla Perkins lives in Ringmer with her husband and two daughters. Her home features in a new book, Bold British Design, showcasing the living spaces of British creatives
LOCAL HEROES
Seven generations of Rottingdean’s Copper Family have kept the spirit of traditional English folk alive. Here young musician Andrew Millham examines their legacy
Age is just a number
You’re never too old to learn – and doing so might just improve your health
60 YEARS OF STEAM
The volunteers who run the Bluebell Railway weren’t going to let a pandemic spoil their diamond anniversary celebrations
24 HOURS IN Worthing
The vibrant seaside town of Worthing has long been a lure to tourists – among them Oscar Wilde, who lived here for a season and struck up a liaison with a local youth. So enamoured was he of both that he named the lead character in his most famous play, The Importance of Being Earnest, after the town.
WITNESS TO HISTORY
The story of Barnes Wallis, the Effigham inventor behind the bouncing bomb, is told through the letters of his wife Molly
Walking for health
Why not pencil some free walks into your diary and shed a few pounds, while having a great time?
Weybridge & Shepperton
With motorsport history, scenic riverside walks, café culture and classy pubs on the doorstep, Weybridge is a highly-prized place to live, while Shepperton is home to the famous film studios and a raft of hidden foodie gems
By royal command
A new hotel from the former COO of Beaverbrook is breathing new life into one of King Henry VIII’s old guest houses at Hampton Court
STARTING A NEW LIFE
When The Mayflower set sail to the New World in September 1620, Dorking shoemaker William Mullins was on board
From Surrey to the Square
EastEnders actress and Strictly Come Dancing finalist Emma Barton on how she’s hopelessly devoted to scenic Surrey
Natural beauty
Looking to upgrade your stationery this September? Bark & Rock creates stunning wooden notebooks at its West Molesey studio
CULTURE VILTURE
Former Union J singer Josh Cuthbert on Givenchy and learning to cook in front of the television cameras
Best Of Surrey Style
Surrey is home to a host of stylish celebrities who love nothing more than showing off the county’s style. During a special shoot at Silent Pool Distillery our fashion columnists, Marie Gibbens and Claire Hams, styled five leading ladies to look sensational in Surrey
THE JANE AUSTEN CONNECTION
If you’re a Jane Austen fan, then you’ll be interested to walk in her footsteps in Reading. She attended the Abbey School there and shortly afterwards began writing, and perhaps even based Mrs Goddard’s school in Emma on her time there...
Victoria Summer's LOCKDOWN LOVE STORY
A chance encounter that led to love... Berkshire born Hollywood actress Victoria Summer shares the details of her engagement to Italian Michelin star chef Fabrizio Vaccaro
What's cooking?
Fresh styles and innovative ideas to inspire that dream kitchen
At home with the High Sheriff
There’s a new sheriff in town! We visited the High Sheriff of Berkshire Mary Riall at her home in Ufton Nervet to hear about her plans for her year in offie
They've got bags of style
Want a bag like no other? These three Berkshire women can help
Sent Down Under
They were Berkshire petty criminals, sentenced to transportation. Some even became ‘Australian royalty’ as part of the First Fleet
GRAND REDESIGN
An eye for period detail led Philippa and James D’Arcy to return their home to its Regency roots