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William of Orange, Henry VIII and Shakespeare all fell under the spell of posey rings — once England's most popular item of jewelleryThe beautifully crafted messages inscribed inside posy rings are among the most touchingly romantic lines in history. Jonathan Self recounts their history.
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‘French pastries all look amazing… but I wish more British bakers would look at what we used to have’: Richard Hart on the joys of jammy dodgers and iced bunsRichard Hart has made his name as one of the world’s best breadmakers, but as Oliver Berry finds out, his latest project marks a return to his British roots.
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Where's the rum gone? How the temperance movement took on the Royal NavyHenry Jeffreys considers the role of hard liquor in the lives of those who serve on the seas.
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I'm thinking about the ice and wasting an afternoon on AutotraderIn this week's Glovebox, we consider why we love being on the ice so much, and where you can buy Heathcliff's carriage from Wuthering Heights. Important questions, as always.
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Forget the sex, the real talking point of 'Wuthering Heights' is Margot Robbie's vintage broochesInspired by Margot Robbie's Cathy, Amie Elizabeth White reveals where you can buy the best brooches and how to wear them in 2026.
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Fashion fit for the Winter Olympics (sort of) from the Country Life ArchiveThe Country Life Archive is a gold mine of inspiring winter fashion, finds Melanie Bryan.
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What is everyone talking about this week: How to make the most of wetter wintersWith constant storms throughout January and February, 2026 has confirmed climate science's view that British winters are becoming rainier. The least we can do is embrace this
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Renault 4: Retro, rewired, and ridiculously likeableMatthew MacConnell falls in love with a reimagined French classic.
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‘Please, for heaven’s sake, not a pear-shaped diamond with a gold band’: Proposal etiquette for the modern manValentine's Day unsurprisingly ranks as one of the top dates each year for proposals. But how to make sure you are doing it right?
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How Coco Chanel's crush on a polo-playing Parisian inspired a revolutionary handbag and fine jewellery lineThe launch of Chanel's 2026 Coco Crush jewellery collection was lauded in Hollywood, but its origins and inspirations lie hundreds of miles away, in the designer's home country of France.
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Tom Parker Bowles: 'There is no dish more lusty and full blooded than boeuf à la Bourguignonne'Our food columnist extolls the merits of the dish from Burgundy, France, and provides his perfect recipe.
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Glovebox: Gaze upon the glories of the cosmos from the comfort of this JeepA stargazing Jeep, an electric Ferrari, an engraved Rolls-Royce and a Royal Audi. Another regular week in the world of cars.
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The W1 set is up in arms about Liz Truss's roof terrace. But what is a members' club without one?The former Prime Minister is launching a new club in Mayfair's Leconfield House, angering local residents who've complained prematurely of the ruckus this is certain to cause.
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'Heart motifs combine romance, history and craftsmanship in one very intimate object': Jewellery to fall in love withHeart-shape jewellery has a rich history stretching back centuries. Amie Elizabeth White investigates and rounds up the best pieces to invest in —or gift — today.
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Border terriers: The low maintenance dogs beloved by Sir Andy Murray, Lorraine Kelly and Country LifeThe border terrier has it all: bags of character, endless energy and yet small enough for cuddling on the sofa.
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The rugby shirt is a bona fide sartorial superstarOnce the reserve of mud-caked public schoolboys, the rugby shirt is now embraced by outfitters across the globe.
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Every now and then, it's important to remember some Alfa RomeosIn the 1980s, Toby Keel's dad somehow got the keys to an Alfa Romeo GTV as his company car: a gorgeous rocket that was just about usable as a family car. So how does it compare to Alfa's modern equivalent, the Junior Elettrica Veloce?
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'It’s harder with someone who says yes to everything’: What it's like having a bespoke scent made by one of London's oldest perfumersScent is the most romantic of the senses, some say. Lotte Brundle heads to Floris in London, ahead of Valentine’s Day, to have a bespoke perfume made for her.
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The 'chef's table' is off the ick listWhat was once an interesting concept became tired and annoying, but restaurants are now figuring out the perfect balance between a 'peak behind the curtain' and a great meal.
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Jenson Button: 'Get rid of your ego'The former F1 World Champion speaks to Country Life about retirement, his career, and what the future holds.
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Sophia Money-Coutts: A snob's guide to supermarkets and what to do when there's no WaitroseFirst step: Do not panic.
