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Name of THE GAMAY

The once-maligned red grape of Beaujolais is making a brave comeback, says Dominic Rippon

Follow your NOSE

The Bergerac-Duras wine region is rich in history and home to inspired wine producers and delicious regional delicacies, as Paola Westbeek discovers

THE CANCAN

France’s famous jig swept through the dance halls of Paris and its high energy and frivolity is still drawing in the crowds, finds Heidi Fuller-love

CORSICA

The granite island that inspired travellers such as Dorothy Carrington, James Boswell and Edward Lear makes for a route that dives into breathtaking landscapes and hidden histories, finds Robin Gauldie

LA ROCHELL

Lara Dunn feels invigorated after exploring La Rochelle’s coastline and historic towers with fresh seafood aplenty

BIARRITZ

There’s plenty more to enjoy than sun, sea and surf in this corner of La Côte des Basques, as Catriona Burns discovers

For whom THE BELL TOLLS

The Unesco-listed belfries of northern France are a sight to behold and each one has a unique and fascinating history, as Rudolf Abraham discovers

A, B, Ski guide to GETTING BACK ON THE SLOPES

Janet Brice looks at how you can enjoy world-class runs and mountain activities from the Alps to the peaceful Pyrénées without spending a fortune

The roaring '20s!

Tracy Spiers sends a toothsome New Year’s wish from the Oxfordshire town of Woodstock

THE WILD SIDE OF Whelford

Make exploring Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves your New Year’s resolution for 2020, says Sue Bradley

Leading on a jet plane

From modest beginnings, Frank Whittle went on to invent something that would forever dramatically transform the modern world

The sparkle of snowdrop season

Waterperry Gardens may be known for its magnificent herbaceous border but it’s just as magical in winter

Wake up to walking

From forest bathing to mindful rambling, the outdoors works wonders for mind and body. Time to fill up on fresh air

Good cheer for the New Year

Stroud’s annual Wassail and Revels bring some much-needed 15th-century merrymaking to help keep even the gloomiest of winter days in check

TAME YOUR TIPPLE

Anna Makin-Jones has been inspired by the hedgerows on her doorstep to create an all-natural booze-free drinks business

Close to the hedge

Hedgelaying is great for wildlife and keeps you active, master hedgelayer Malcolm Dowling tells Siân Ellis

To the castle !

Win a luxurious castle getaway close to the Durham Dales

A woolly welcome in WITNEY

Yes, it’s January, and yes, naturally it’s freezing out there, so why not head over to Witney, where world-class blankets, pies and welcoming townsfolk are enough to warm anyone’s cockles

The wellness warriors

A new year usually brings the will to live well and watch what you eat. Easy does it thanks to these Yorkshire ‘good-for-you’ businesses

Surviving rural life

‘The Prince’s Countryside Fund offers no end of help, advice and guidance for country people’

On the rascal run

A new book celebrates 100 years of Bettys tea rooms through the people, the places – and memorable menus of this tasty institution

Protection racket

Katie Jarvis relates the 125-year history of the National Trust in six Cotswold treasures

LET'S MOVE TO:NORTH YORK MOORS

Neighbourhood know-how, places and people

A haven for veterans

Tony Raybone has a distinguished history of charity work and now helps provide homes for former services personnel who are having a hard time in life

LET'S MOVE TO:Knaresborough

Neighbourhood know-how, places and people

LET'S MOVE TO: BRADFORD

Neighbourhood know-how, places and people

Turning a house into your HOME

Catherine Roth visits a typical 20th century detached house that has had a contemporary facelift to fit perfectly with the owner’s tastes and lifestyle

Inspired by Jane

Charlotte Brontë is said to have been inspired to write her iconic novel, Jane Eyre, following a visit to Norton Conyers near Ripon. Inspired by the story, wedding photographer Abigail Whitmore created this atmospheric shoot

DUFFIELD a distinctive destination

Ashley Franklin reports on the life and atmosphere that a new wave of drinking and dining businesses has brought to the village

Happy days

Nothing banishes the winter blues like a blustery stroll on the sands says Janet Deacon