Best walking boots for women, from walks in the woods to hiking the Himalayas
Whether you are planning a long country walk or a gentle stroll on a well-beaten path, make the most of the good season with our round-up of the best footwear.
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A Grade II*-listed manor set in idyllic grounds in the South Hams
Dating from the 17th century, Ranscombe Manor combines period elegance with manicured grounds and an amazing setting.
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England's top rural hotspots as property prices soaring amid dwindling supply
A buoyant market sees rising house values with the South East of England leading the charge in the country sector.
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A striking contemporary house with spectacular views across Rutland Water
Highfield House, in Hambleton, Rutland, has been specifically designed to make the most of the panorama over the wildlife-rich reservoir.
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1,841 glorious acres of pristine Scottish forest have come up for sale
With timber and forestry enjoying a boom, a rare opportunity has arisen in the Scottish Borders. Carla Passino takes a look.
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A spectacular Oxfordshire house that was home to Agatha Christie
Once home to the Murder on the Orient Express author and her husband, Grade II-listed Winterbrook House is also appealing for its magnificent Thames-side setting.
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Five of the best paints to refresh your home inside and out
Amelia Thorpe has the pick of the must have hues for the new season.
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Discover the British cities with the friendliest neighbours
It turns out the British rather like the people living next door to them — particularly those in a coastal Hampshire city.
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A spectacular clifftop home with magnificent views of the English Channel... and a huge amount of work to be done
With its fabulous sea views and plenty of entertaining space both indoors and on the grounds, South Sands House, in St Margaret’s Bay, near Dover, is a striking family home. Or at least, it will be.
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A grand Queen-Anne house overlooking the Green in Richmond-upon-Thames
A magnificent period property with private garden, the Grade II*-listed The Old Court House is perfect for entertaining.
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An unusual round house enjoying fabulous sea views in Devon
Built because of a dare, the Round House, in Ilfracombe, Devon, is not only an unusual place to live, but it takes in superb sea views thanks to its round roof terrace.
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A postcard-pretty, Grade II-listed cottage in the Suffolk countryside
Once two cottages that have now been combined to form a family home, Laurel Cottage, in Thorndon is full of period features.
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Curious Questions: Why are four-leaf clovers lucky?
Ian Morton investigates the myths and legends linked to Ireland's favourite plant.
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How Maida Vale turned from boudoir village to one of London's most vibrant neighbourhoods
Maida Vale took its name from a small Italian town and an even smaller pub, so it’s the perfect place to celebrate the end of lockdown, says Carla Passino.
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Boris Johnson's country house in Oxfordshire comes up for rental
The Prime Minister is letting his country home in Thame, which comes complete with swimming pool and tennis court.
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A vast, late 19th-century house brought back to full glory in a delightful Kent village
With 10,166sq ft of accommodation and a wide range of formal reception rooms, Blackmoor House is ideal for entertaining on a large scale.
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A collection of luxury apartments in the north-east London mansion that hosted Churchill and The Queen
Developers Berkeley are converting the grandiose Trent Park House, in Enfield, into 14 exquisite apartments.
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A dinky mini-castle at the price of a pleasant detached house
The Castle, in Holt, is a miniature castellated home next to one of Norfolk's most prestigious schools.
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A magnificent Grade II-listed townhouse in the heart of Bath
Built in the late 18th-century and recently renovated, Grade II-listed Number 9 Miles's Buildings brings togetehr period grandeur and contemporary style.
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Best houses for sale in Suffolk, from thatched cottages to fine manor houses
From period cottages to grand former rectories, Suffolk has a property for sale to suit every buyer.
