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Fall In Love With Your Space

Proving size isn’t everything, Clare Watson has turned her 750 sq ft home in Mayford into a stylish creative space. Rebecca Younger finds out more

Pawsitive photography

When Kerry Jordan moved from London to the Surrey/Sussex border, she did so for the same reason many people do – to leave the rat race, live ‘the good life’ in the countryside and follow a more fulfilling career path. For Kerry that career was photography.

Sweet dreams

In times of need, we all benefit from somewhere wonderful to escape to

TOWN AND COUNTRY: Camberley, Bagshot & Windlesham

On the far western border of Surrey, just before crossing into Hampshire, Camberley is a town that has seen concerted efforts to transform its town centre in recent years. Home to the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, it is being tipped as an up-and-coming place to live

From Romania WITH LOVE

Tracie Hussey has devoted her life to rehoming more than 400 dogs from her Guildford rescue centre. Now some of the dogs have even found a new purpose by providing support to older people with dementia

Musical escapism

Surrey newsreader and Classic FM host Charlotte Hawkins is bringing an André Rieu retrospective to cinemas next month

ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY

Get away with the family this summer to one of these hideaways in the Surrey Hills

A life well travelled

In 1820 Mariana Starke published Travels on the Continent and for many years no traveller would venture to Western Europe without their copy

CASCADING COLOUR

Summer is vibrant with bloom at Oaklands garden in Blindley Heath, a newcomer to the National Garden Scheme and definitely one to discover

The Accidental Actor

He never intended to be an actor but after 50 years, he’s made quite a career out of it. Here, Bill Nighy talks to Bernard Bale about his humble beginnings in Caterham and how he stumbled into Hollywood

Escape To The UK

Overseas holidays may be on hold for a little while but we’ve picked out some UK staycations to help you feel like you’re elsewhere in the world

TOWN AND COUNTRY: Reigate & Bletchingley

Found in the shadow of the North Downs, Reigate embraces independent lifestyle shops and coffee culture. Surrounded by pristine countryside and hilltop walks, the market town and the nearby village of Bletchingley are the perfect places to escape to for town and country living

The storytellers

A small not-for-profit organisation in Dorking has recognised the interest in local heritage and turned it into a thriving publishing enterprise

Sign of the times

Many of Surrey’s picturesque villages are signposted by cleverly designed markers reflecting their individual nature, some inspired by a competition judged by the future King George VI a century ago

LIFE in LOCKDOWN

A Reigate photographer’s doorstep project captures how her hometown is coping with the coronavirus crisis

Keep blooming

Extend summer’s show in the garden with your choice of plants and how you care for them

Enjoying the good life

As she celebrates turning 80 this year, actress Dame Penelope Keith shows no sign of slowing down. Here she reflects on her astonishing career and why, despite enjoying time at home in Milford, she’s looking forward to getting back out and about in Surrey

CULTURE VULTURE

Widely regarded as one of the UK’s most successful songwriters, Woking born Paul Weller’s 15th solo album is set for release this month. He speaks to Neill Barston about coping with lockdown, a dislike of music streaming, and hoped-for plans to resume a UK tour this autumn

BOLD BRITISH DESIGN

In her new book interior photographer Sarah Hogan steps inside the homes and work spaces of some of her favourite British designers. Here she talks to Rebecca Younger about her own Surrey home, which has just been shortlisted for a RIBA award

TOWN AND COUNTRY: Guildford & Shalford

With serene riverside walks, majestic historic sights and peaceful Surrey Hills strolls all on the doorstep, Guildford and its surrounding countryside and villages are among the most desirable places to live in Surrey

The NATION'S PE TEACHER

Angela Sara West chats exclusively with Joe Wicks about breaking fitness records, fatherhood, his new book and how living in Richmond is his dream come true

Smelling of roses

With all this extra time on our hands, our gardens should be picture perfect come the summer months

MASTER of the home makeover

Flamboyant design doyen Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen’s stamp is emblazoned on countless high-end homes and enterprises, including Richmond Theatre and many a Surrey abode. Angela Sara West chats exclusively with one of Britain’s best-loved interior designers about success, sustainability, and how to create a beautiful home this spring/summer season

Practically perfect in every way

One of the most recognized figures in the world of entertainment, Dame Julie Andrews is perhaps best known for her performances in Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music but she’s also the author of many popular children’s books. Here she tells Bernard Bale about her new podcast and her love for Surrey, the place she was born

The QUEEN of flowers

Be inspired by the beauty of the rose, with their rich variety of colours and heady scent, they are a quintessential part of any English garden

ROYAL SEAL OF APPROVAL

What makes a bag (quite literally) fit for the Queen? Gerald Bodmer, the Kenley-based CEO of leather good empire, Launer London, reveals just what it takes…

Improve your home IN A DAY

Never more have our homes been our sanctuaries and now a new service from design duo, Stephenson Wright, promises to help you find your style and transform your interior into a space you’ll truly love

Food fellowship

The Clink Charity has been helping to reduce reoffending through its prison restaurants and graduate training schemes for over a decade. To celebrate the publication of the Sutton-based charity’s 10-year anniversary cookbook, here they’ve rustled up a few recipes for all the family to enjoy at home

CULTURE VULTURE

Guildford singer/songwriter Riva Taylor is breaking away from her child star past with a new name and musical direction, Simone Hellyer finds out more

Stay At Home Survival Guide

With time on our hands, there are plenty of ways to stay entertained, get creative or self-improve this May. What’s more, it’s a great way to show your support for the many small businesses around Surrey coming up with new ways to work