Toby Keel
Toby Keel is Country Life's Digital Director, and has been running the website and social media channels since 2016. A former sports journalist, he writes about property, cars, lifestyle, travel, nature and more.
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A blissful and beautifully named home in one of the most exclusive spots in Cornwall
Penny Churchill takes a look at Boswodegh, a wonderful home that makes the most of its superb location in Helford Passage.
By Penny Churchill Published
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Philip Treacy, Gucci and Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, take centre stage at Chatsworth's latest floral-inspired exhibition
'The Gorgeous Nothings: Flowers at Chatsworth’ traverses eras and art forms, raising questions about the environment.
By Carla Passino Published
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White-tailed eagles could soon soar free in southern England
Natural England is considering licensing the release of the raptors in Exmoor National Park — and the threat to pets and livestock is considered to be low.
By Jack Watkins Published
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A converted medieval monastery set in 16 acres of Somerset that has a miniature castle as its poolhouse
Take a look at the historic and charming Ivythorn Manor.
By Annunciata Elwes Last updated
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From party island to arty island, Princess Margaret's private Mustique haunt announces burgeoning arts programme
Art Basil is the new Art Basel.
By Rosie Paterson Last updated
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Red squirrels vs grey squirrels: Country Life Quiz of the Day
Plus men in the moon and more in Wednesday's quiz of the day.
By Toby Keel Published
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Sarson's malt vinegar is the best British condiment to pair with chips — and we won't hear otherwise
Vibrant, tangy and laced with a depth of flavour, Sarson’s malt vinegar is hard to beat — even in its 230th year.
By Rob Crossan Published
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Country Life 19 March 2025
Country Life 19 March 2025 looks at March hares, Lutyens's best friend and meets Britain's horticultural heroes.
By Country Life Published
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Best country houses for sale this week
From this beautiful thatched cottage for under £650k to some of Britain's most astonishing privately-owned houses, here's our pick of the best homes on the market in Britain today.
By Country Life Last updated
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In search of the perfect comfy armchair
What makes the ideal cosy, comfortable armchair? Arabella Youens asks some of Britain's top furniture experts to find out.
By Arabella Youens Published
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A sleek, seven-bedroom villa with a wine cave, wellness space and a 20-person Jacuzzi
Incredible attention to detail at Almancil Loulé's, an amazing home for sale in Portugal's exclusive Quinta do Lago resort.
By Rosie Paterson Published
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Chatsworth, Dickens heroines and flying non-stop to Sydney: Country Life Quiz of the Day
A wonderful property at a somewhat unbelievable price,
By Toby Keel Published
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Let's get physical: The best home gym products to get you moving
A new coffee table book celebrating the rise of Technogym and a collaboration with Dior should be all the motivation you need.
By Hetty Lintell Published
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The 10 most expensive postcodes in the country — and what you could get if you lived there
The latest research on the most exclusive postcodes in England and Wales makes for eye-catching reading, with some areas having average property prices over £4m. Annabel Dixon breaks it down.
By Annabel Dixon Last updated
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This week's issue of Country Life — and how to subscribe or get your copy
Find out what's in this week's issue of Country Life — and how to save over 50% on the cover price when you take out a subscription.
By Country Life Last updated
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Reader Event: Designing spaces that feel like home
Sponsored by Sims Hilditch and George Smith
On Wednesday, March 26, interior-design studio Sims Hilditch and George Smith, makers of luxury, handcrafted upholstered furniture, will mark the launch of new furniture designs for bedrooms in an event chaired by Country Life.
By Country Life Published
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Britain's whale boom and and the predator that's far scarier than a great white shark, with wildlife cinematographer Dan Abbott
The wildlife cinematographer Dan Abbott joins us on the Country Life Podcast.
By Toby Keel Published
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'We can grow in four acres what would require 800 to 1,000 acres in conventional farming'
Vertical as opposed to horizontal cultivation of fruits and vegetables could be the future of food production — and the answer to Britain's food security problem. Jane Wheatley reports.
By Jane Wheatley Published
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A century ago, one of Britain's greatest architects built a dog kennel in West Sussex — and it turned out so beautifully that today it's a gorgeous four-bedroom home
You see something new every day on this website. Deerpark is certainly one of those things.
By James Fisher Published
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‘It is as real and lasting as any other relationship I know of’: Everything you need to know about Venice in time for the 2025 Biennale Architettura
Your ultimate guide to Venice, Italy — for the Biennale and beyond.
By Christopher Wallace Published
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James Bond Island, Britain's best Best Actor and more: Country Life Quiz of the Day
Start your week off with Monday's Quiz of the Day.
By Toby Keel Published
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Everything you might've missed last week — including the new Aston Martin
A lot has happened in the last few few days, from an Aston Martin reveal and new Rolex flagship store opening, to a case of mistaken identify at the Wallace Collection.
By Rosie Paterson Published
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Under the hammer: A 30-carat aquamarine pendant smuggled out of Russia and recently attributed to Fabergé
The ribbon-bow surmount is synonymous with the Russian jewellery houses.
By Carla Passino Published
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19 completely charming houses for sale across Britain, as seen in Country Life
Our pick of the best homes to come to the market via Country Life in the last few days includes everything from a sprawling mansion in Kent to a charming Cornish cottage at under £500k.
By Toby Keel Published