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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
Repton revisited
John Plowright reviews Hugh Brogan’s A School in England and shines a light on Repton School’s illustrious and varied past
No two are alike
Mike Smith explores the unique and wonderfully idiosyncratic village of Edensor
Lace up thy boots!
Why crave foreign travel and distant shores when the paradise of the Peak District can so easily be yours
Derbyshire reimagined
Andrew Griffihs goes in search of the future and finds some answers in his local town hall
A helping hand
It’s the staff behind the scenes at care and retirement homes that can make all the difference to our loved ones enjoying their new residence
Do the white thing
Mark Winstanley, creative director of The White Company, cherishes his 17th century sanctuary near Lewes
LIFE IN LOCK DOWN
Brighton photographer JJ Waller has responded to the historic lockdown conditions in the UK by photographing people social distancing at home
Mother love
In this engaging portrait of family life, mother-son relationships and bereavement, Nicholas Royle captures the spirit of his mother and post-war parenting.
Out of Africa
The song of two migrant warblers transports our man to his days as a young naturalist
Sharp lines
A lifetime’s fascination with the sharp lines of geometric patterns led Arundel-based Fraser Renton to create a kaleidoscopic collection of paintings and sculptures. Simone Hellyer speaks to the artist
Overcoming the odds
With Unwanted Etchingham writer Suz Evasdaughter explores her traumatic childhood in Yorkshire, while offering up a story of hope and overcoming the odds
Under the apple tree
The priest, author and ecological thinker on his deep love for the countryside
COMIC RELIEF
Comedian Jen Brister on moving to Brighton, home-schooling and the future of comedy
GREEN SHOOTS
Great garden design will not only add value to your home, it can extend your living area into the outdoors too
An English country garden
Take inspiration from the beautiful gardens at Hoopers Farm, which Andrew and Sarah Ratcliffe have developed over many years in the lovely village of Mayfield
The changing face of fashion
The fashion industry has been hit hard by the lockdown - here some of the region’s key names explain how they are coping and adapting for the future
Rowan's role on the fells
For a National Trust ranger in the Lakes, every day is Take Your Dog to Work Day
PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORIES
You could win fantastic photographic equipment in our competition, sponsored by Wilkinson Cameras
HONOURING THE HEROES
A Lakeland photographer has launched an appeal for a permanent memorial to NHS staff who have died during the lockdown
Having a laugh
Looking for a fun-filled pastime? Laughter yoga, which is celebrating its 25th birthday in 2020, might just be for you
Pastures new
Enjoy a scenic walk exploring a number of nature reserves and lakes from Twyford to the edge of Dinton Pastures Country Park.
Artistic responses
Artists from Salford are among those to have responded to the Covid-19 pandemic in diverse ways
A word with Chris
The pandemic might have closed theatres and film sets but actor Christopher Eccleston from Salford still won applause for his performance in praise of the NHS
A strong comeback
He’s come through tough times, but Chorlton singer-songwriter Badly Drawn Boy has a new album and a new sense of optimism
A show of strength
Lockdown has brought out best in communities and businesses across Lancashire
Life In The Lakeland Lockdown
Emily Rothery reflects on the effect on the outbreak on the countryside near her Coniston home
Rising to the challenge
How the agricultural industry is going above and beyond to keep the nation ticking over
Lockdown laughter
We speak to local stand-up comedienne Toni Kent, who shares the healing power of humour
Take it easy
Chris writes in praise of that most overlooked of activities – a nice sit-down