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The village with many names

Mike Smith visits the ancient upland village of Youlgrave, which has its own very distinct character and atmosphere

Travelling the Limestone Way

Whether you are looking for a short afternoon ramble or a longer adventure involving overnight stays, there’s a Derbyshire footpath that’s right up your street. Peter Naldrett steps out onto our less well-known, long-distance footpath

The Watermill

The ancient village of Bradbourne, near Ashbourne, is mentioned in Domesday Book and its restored watermill is considered the oldest surviving in the county. Owners Sandy and David Potter have now turned it into luxury self-catering accommodation

On Toad Patrol

Paul Hobson joins the wildlife champions of Monyash who help ensure the continuation of a local species

Kinder's Dipwell Volunteers

Once a year Moors for the Future takes stock and monitors the depth of the water table on their restored moorland. Andrew Griffihs joins them to learn how their work on the hills can help prevent flooding in our towns and cities

Veggie PARIS

Think the French can’t do good vegetarian and vegan food? Think again! A new Paris tour highlights the best places to dine, taste and shop vegan products

Sweet taste of success

Catherine Roth meets two young local entrepreneurs who have taken the confectionery world by storm with premium chocolate that’s ‘better made’ and ‘better for you’

County walk: Alport Heights

This classic countryside walk, packed with outstanding views, is guaranteed to put a spring in your step and mud on your boots!

TOWN & COUNTRY: Farnham & Frensham

From the magic of arts and crafts creativity to the elegance of beautiful Georgian architecture, the market town of Farnham is quite the picture. Visit and you’ll find a fascinating town with so much to explore. One that’s surrounded by beautiful countryside full of icon sites too

The Bishop of Derby

Nine months after she has returned to ‘the place that holds my heart’ Bishop Libby Lane talks to Pat Ashworth

ISLAND LIFE

The islands and peninsulas of the Atlantic coast can make a mini-break feel like a great escape

The railway navvies

Towards the end of the 19th century gangs of itinerant labourers worked away to create our county’s rail network. Stephen Roberts visits Surrey History Centre to find out more

A tale of two families

Mike Smith visits the winners of Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust’s Deborah Devonshire Award, commended for their work on the Grade I listed Long Mill at Darley Abbey

GARD

For our anniversary issue, Janet Brice explores France’s 30th département, bridging the gap between Roman ruins and the birthplace of denim

The good loaf

Tracy Carroll meets the team at Chalk Hills Bakery as they celebrate their 10th anniversary

Driving FORCE

France’s seductive supermini, the Renault Clio, is also celebrating a milestone anniversary this year

The first signs

With snowdrops and crocuses carpeting the ground, spring is on its way, so head out and experience the beauty close up

CHANNEL TUNNEL

A handshake 30 years ago seals the deal as a tunnel between France and the UK finally meet – paving the way for an efficient form of travel we almost take for granted today

MODEL HUSBAND

Model, actor and filmmaker-turned-fitness instructor Max Rogers chats with Angela Sara West about life in Weybridge with his Pussycat Doll wife, Kimberly Wyatt, and the newest addition to the family

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

ALL FIRED UP

She’s been brightening up daytime TV for over a decade and next month, along with husband Nick, Andrea McLean will join Surrey Life as our new columnist. We sent Zoe Richards to meet them at their home in Ashtead

A RAMBLE AROUND Denbies Vineyard

Discover some beautiful views over Surrey’s largest vineyard on this 1.5-hour walk in the heart of the Surrey Hills

ROUND OUR WAY: Haywards Heath

In the first of a new series, photographer Andrew Hasson distils the town and its surroundings in a few images

The year of NEW BEGINNINGS

One couple’s New Year’s resolution to walk the length of the South Downs Way proved to be a truly transformative experience

THE DIARY

Our guide to the best events in and around Sussex

Bathing beauties

A beautiful bathroom is the crowning glory of any smart home.

Ones to watch

Talented young people from local schools share their achievements and aspirations for the future.

Coastal hero

RNLI helm Daniel Gurr’s childhood trip to Brighton Lifeboat Station led to a life of volunteering on the seas and a modern-day love story, finds Simone Hellyer

An eye for DETAIL

Sue Denham-Wade and her husband, screenwriter Robert Wade, moved to Sussex as a year-long experiment. More than ten years later they’re still here...

24 HOURS IN Rye

The East Sussex medieval town of Rye is, at first glance, a picture postcard vision of Olde England, all meandering cobbles, half-timbered houses and charming idiosyncrasies.