Today, Alexander Campbell is a principal at the Royal Ballet. But for a long time it seemed that his destiny lay along a very different path. He spoke to Jeremy Taylor.
What does it take to be a modern-day magician? Emma Hughes finds out. Main photograph by Richard Cannon.
The musician and TV presenter shares a few of his favourite things with Hetty Chidwick.
For the man in your life, we've all sorts of things – from simple gadgets to truly magnificent things.
As a four-barrelled gun comes up for auction, we take a look at some of the most extraordinary weapons ever conceived.
Andrew Kember has a huge waiting list of people clamouring for his Salix cricket bats, but he insists on keeping his operation just the way it is. He explained why to James Fisher.
Explorer, adventurer and national treasure, Sir Ranulph Fiennes has travelled to the ends of the earth and raised millions for charity in the process – all while remaining a true gentleman. He spoke to Jonathan Self.
British explorers Ross and Hugo Turner – known as The Turner Twins – are earning a reputation for being two of the country's most intrepid adventurers. They spoke to Rosie Paterson.
This place in the heart of the Cotswolds is an aviator's dream: a country house with its own landing strip. Or should that be a landing strip with its own country house?
In the heart of Lyme Regis a very special type of school: an academy where people come from around the world to learn the craft of boatmaking. Clive Aslet paid a visit.
For these men, the garden shed is an extension of their home where the rules don’t apply. Anna Tyzack discovers the appeal of escaping (almost) out of doors.
Even an old house needs a few new tricks – and just because you live in beautiful country house doesn't mean you should be without modern home technology. Here's our list of the must-haves for your home, whether you live in a new-build or a 400 year old listed building.
To ensure you have all the gear and some idea, look no further than Nick Hammond’s wish list.
Bespoke shoes, Royal Doulton china and some rather lovely curtains make actor Robert Bathurst's list.
What could be better than sinking into the ultimate bath after a day of wine tasting, walking or wildlife spotting?
Everybody loves a good sporting battle, but, often, the silverware up for grabs has been through far tougher times than any of the sportsmen.
With 690 berths, a 5-star hotel, luxury villas with their own moorings, apartments, a golf course, restaurants, shops and boutiques, Porto Albania is putting Albania on the map as the next luxury destination.
Learn how to switch off.
'You can tell a Purdey person when out shooting - they’re understated, not flash'
