Country Life May 25 2016
Our wonderful West Country issue this year is as eclectic as ever, with caviar from Devon, West country wonderful gardens and the joys of clotted cream

This week's wonderful West Country issue celebrates some of the things we best love about Devon and Cornwall, from their delicious local produce to the families who've lived there for hundreds and hundreds of years
We’re devoted to Devon Kate Green and Paula Lester meet four families bringing their ancient family homes in Devon into the 21st century
A hive of activity Tim Longville is seduced by the old-fashioned beauty of a bee-friendly garden and estate on Devon’s south coast
The cream of the crop Rich, unctuous and wickedly good, clotted cream is the pride of the West Country, reports Flora Watkins
Fellowship of the ringers As he prepares to demonstrate the art of woodcock ringing at the forthcoming Field & Country Fair, Owen Williams explains how COUNTRY LIFE was at the forefront of monitoring these mysterious birds
The shape of things to come Before photography, silhouettes were all the rage. Matthew Dennison discovers how the artform made the cut
A coastal Elysium An exemplary four-year restoration has rejuvenated an important 18th-century house in a spectacular landscape setting, as John Martin Robinson explains
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The mystery of the moors Exmoor caviar? Sounds unlikely, but it’s true. Julie Harding visits the secret fish farm that’s taking on the Russians
Why Cornwall’s in good spirits Julie Harding reports on a West Country distiller who’s giving the French a run for their money with an award-winning pastis
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Classic movies, compound interest and the Sacking of Rome take their places in Thursday's quiz.
By Toby Keel Published
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Reader event: Why Sir John Soane matters
Almost two centuries after his death, the architect’s work continues to inspire both classic and contemporary designers. At a Country Life event in March, four leading design experts will explore his creative legacy.
By Giles Kime Published