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Debo Mitford on her childhood at Asthall Manor, from Nancy's 'coming out' dance to Unity's peach-pinching ways
The late Dowager Duchess of Devonshire looks back on her childhood in the Cotswold idyll of Asthall Manor.
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This 300km trail through Sri Lanka's dramatic tea country made the annual 'World's Greatest Places' list. Here's what it's like to hike it
An extraordinary new walking trail is the best way to experience Sri Lanka’s dramatic tea country, reveals Rosie Paterson. Just watch out for the leopards.
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Elderly Salcombe residents were promised a home for life inside this listed villa — but now the charity it was gifted to want to sell it
Age UK claim that Woodcot in Salcombe, Devon, is too costly to run, but are they right to sell up and cash in?
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Gravetye Manor review: The Elizabethan country house hotel surrounded by historic gardens of national importance
In the 1950s, Gravetye Manor and its famous garden was converted into one of the first ever country house hotels.
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South Devon: Everything you need to know about where Olivia Coleman and Benedict Cumberbatch's new film was shot
Mile-upon-mile of coastline, England’s largest fish market and idyllic scenery make South Devon a fantastic staycation destination — and filming location. Here’s our guide to what to do, where to stay and what to eat.
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Inside the aristocratic holiday rentals where you can (temporarily) play lord of the manor
It’s now possible to dine or even stay overnight in some of our best-loved country houses or in splendour on their estates.
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A new gilded age: Sir David Attenborough christens a rare golden eaglet
The first golden eagle to fledge from the nest of a translocated bird has been rewarded with a name selected by Sir David Attenborough.
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The winners and losers of summer 2025, from foragers to fishermen, and turtles to trout
Blue skies and rising mercury have been a theme of this summer, but there are always those who thrive and those who struggle in unusual times.
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The 11 best restaurants in London for al fresco dining
There is no shortage of places to dine outside in London, from five-star hotels to canal-side picnic tables.
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Everything the light touches… The London penthouse for sale that will make you feel like a king
The Observatory in London’s Fulham boasts 360-degree views of the capital.
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The grass isn’t always greener on the other side: Five alternatives to lawn, from fleshy sedums to aromatic thyme
No Mow May and similar initiatives want to inspire gardeners to replace their lawns with pollinator-friendly alternatives — but knowing where to start and what to do is an off-putting minefield.
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Sir Noël Coward sold this spectacular Art Deco cottage in the shadow of the White Cliffs of Dover to Ian Fleming — and now it could be yours
The sale of Mermaid Cottage represents a rare opportunity to acquire a spectacular house in an iconic beach location.
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Princess, patron and purveyor of the arts: The Princess of Wales unveils her own ‘mini display’ at V&A East Storehouse
The Princess of Wales has curated a wide-ranging display of objects, now on display at the newly opened V&A East Storehouse.
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Step into the light: An insider's guide to summer in St Moritz
Your ultimate summer guide to St Moritz — the Swiss mountain resort where the sun shines for more than 300 days a year.
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Capri, Monte-Carlo, St Tropez and... Somerset: Eight of our favourite fashion pop-ups to have on your radar this summer
Brands including Dior, Louis Vuitton and Burberry are taking over hotel beach clubs and setting up shop — temporarily at least — in some of Europe's most iconic holiday destinations.
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Model Kate Moss’s former London home in leafy St John’s Wood is up for sale
Kate Moss’s former London home has only had one owner since she sold it in 2012 and moved to the Cotswolds.
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Snap it up! This Martha's Vineyard estate with two private beaches is for sale on the same island where the iconic 'Jaws' film was made
Beach Farm on Martha’s Vineyard — described as 'one-of-a-kind' — is a perfect melding of New England and Scandinavian design styles.
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The teeny tiny car that you absolutely don’t need, but will absolutely want this summer — and it has an inbuilt shower
The Fiat Topolino has been reimagined by French swimwear brand Vilebrequin just in time for the summer holidays.
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Tim Burton is selling the house he shared with Helena Bonham-Carter, a sublime home on the Thames that comes with three private islands
Mill House in Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire, might just be the perfect English country home.
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From the archive: 'This retina-awakening advert for British Nylon Spinners Limited sums up the swinging 1960s perfectly'
Every Monday, Melanie Bryan, delves into the hidden depths of Country Life's extraordinary archive to bring you a long-forgotten story, photograph or advert.
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‘There is probably no sport in the world which is so misunderstood’: 75 years of Formula 1 according to the Country Life archive
On the 75th anniversary of the first ever Formula 1 World Championship Grand Prix, held at Silverstone Circuit, Rosie Paterson delves into the Country Life archives to look at how the magazine once spoke about motorsport.
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Game, set, match: 12 of the world’s most beautiful tennis courts beyond SW19
Wimbledon is finally upon us, but beautiful tennis courts aren't just restricted to SW19. From Italy to Indonesia, when it comes to hotel amenities, a picturesque tennis court will always trump a 24-hour gym.
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Henry Holland's consuming passions: 'I started my career as the fashion editor of Smash Hits magazine and I am still a pop tart at heart!'
Henry Holland, fashion designer and ceramicist, reveals who he'd like to play him in a film and why he's impressed with model Karlie Kloss.
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How to make The Connaught Bar's legendary martini — and a few others
It's the weekend which means it's time to kick back and make yourself an ice cold martini — courtesy of The Connaught Bar.
