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'I just know what I want to burn my energy on': The remarkable career of Patricia Routledge

The redoubtable actress Patricia Routledge talks to Country Life about being a presenter, unacceptable mannerisms and turning down Alan Bennett.

6 spooky Halloween activities for children

Entertain your little monsters with one of these outings this weekend.

A lasting landscape

The legacy of the UK’s woodland

Tottering-by-Gently March 2016

Tottering by Gently in Country Life Magazine, March 2016

Welcome to your Caribbean Hideout - Christophe Harbour

A new kind of luxury destination is emerging on the Caribbean island of St Kitts

Homes fit for a Queen

These country houses are all fit for a Queen, in this her 90th birthday year

Top 5 reasons to choose SCAD to launch your creative career

With more than 40 degree programs along with 70 minors and certificates, SCAD is one of the most comprehensive nonprofit art and design universities in the world.

Modern country house in Sussex

Knocking down a property and building a new country house is not for the faint-hearted, but there are considerable advantages, finds Arabella Youens

London Property hunter: £1-2m in Fulham

We looked at houses and flats for sale under £2m in Fulham

My favourite painting: Robert Kime

Robert Kime shares his fondness for New Year Snow by Ravilious

Beautiful houses on Barbados for sale

For those who want their own piece of the island, there are plenty of options available, with attractions such as golf courses, polo pitches and, of course, sea views

Land of Hope and Glory: British Country Life Episode 3

Highland country house with fishing

This country house in Sutherland in the Highlands comes with exceptional fishing on the River Oykel

Homes ideal for an Easter Egg Hunt

These country houses all come with beautiful acres which would be perfect for a great family Easter Egg hunt..

Morgan Roadster review

Rosie Paterson tries out the The Morgan Roadster for Valentine's weekend, and falls in love with driving again.

Which parent-type are you?

Which parent type are you, when it comes to choosing schools?

How to choose the right school for your child

These are the top ten questions you need to ask yourself when touring a school as a parent

Perfect storm causes milk-price meltdown

Why is the dairy industry having such a difficult time?

A truly exceptional castle

A magnificent Scottish castle with listed gardens and its own ghost has come onto the market near St Andrews