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Six botanical gardens to visit this summer
Combining architectural grandeur with the latest scientific research, these living landscapes are a wonderful way to learn more about the world around us
Antiques fairs around the UK in April & May 2024
The best antiques fairs and vintage markets around the UK in April and May 2024
A vibrant Georgian home imbued with African soul
Paula Goodburn’s South African childhood has left its mark, and the sights and sounds of the country inform all aspects of her design
Pride of Place: Poole Pottery
Though styles and patterns came and went, it was an eye
for good design that helped put Poole on the map
Renovated 17th-century cottage in Devon
Finding an idyllic retreat in the Devon countryside proved the perfect solution to help Rebecca and Simon Walker inject balance and calm into their busy working lives.
Feature Marisha Taylor. Photographs James French
16 best butter dishes to buy in 2024
From classic Spode to fun designs on the high street, we’ve selected a few of our favourite butter dishes to buy in 2024.
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28 best scented candles to add a delicious sense of luxury to your home
Our pick of the best scented candles to make your home smell delicious, from the most luxurious brands to our high street favourites.
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46 unique living room ideas
Whether your home is a tiny apartment in the heart of the city or a terraced house in the suburbs; a pretty country cottage or a substantial period property set within a large garden or grounds, these living room ideas are sure to inspire...
Vintage cameras: popular models and how to sell them
Ever cleaned out the attic and stumbled upon a vintage camera? Read up on the most popular camera models throughout the ages and the surprises that come with them!
Seasonal Shopping
OUR EDIT OF THIS SEASON'S MUST HAVES
Best range cookers for 2024
Cook up a storm this year with one of these beautiful range cookers
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13 stylish throws and blankets for 2024
Stay warm and cosy through the autumn chill with these stylish throw blankets
Best velvet sofas 2023: make a statement in your living room
Snuggle up on a gorgeous sofa upholstered in sumptuous velvet with our pick of the best velvet sofas to buy for 2023
Where to shop for Antiques
THE BEST SPOTS TO FIND HIDDEN TREASURES
Where to buy antique and vintage furniture online
Buying and selling antique furniture online has never been easier, thanks to the success of apps and platforms like Instagram and Etsy. Here's our growing list of great vintage furniture dealers selling their wares online for you to buy from the comfort of your own home
Antiques fairs around the UK in April & May 2024
The best antiques fairs and vintage markets around the UK in April and May 2024
Where to buy antique jewellery and silver online
From beautiful Victorian brooches to detailed silverware, these are the best places to buy antique jewellery and silver online
Toile de Jouy: what is it and a brief history
Bucolic scenes of courting couples and peasants harvesting hay typify toile de Jouy, but there’s more to this cloth, which graced the wardrobes and interiors of 18th and 19th-century France
Collecting Martinware: a potted history plus how much it's worth
Martin Millard, director of Cheffins auction house, shares his expertise on collecting Martinware grotesques, from their beginnings to current auction value
How to buy and collect Staffordshire dog figurines
Usually seen in pairs, antique Staffordshire dogs are charming additions to a mantelpiece. Discover why they're so collectable
How to build a good home
A Guide to Art Deco Jewellery
We delve into the world of Art Deco jewellery to discover its history, the most prized pieces and how to buy a few beautiful jewels of your own…
Beginners' guide to collecting stamps
If you've been surprised by the incredible value and significance of the royal family's stamp collection, read on for everything you need to know about starting your own collection
Collecting antique and vintage cocktail watches
Uncover the history of ladies cocktail watches, with tips on what to look for if you're in the market for a beautiful antique timepiece
Real Homes
THE BEST OF THE WORLD'S INDOOR SPACES
A calm and considered home alongside a stylish shop in West Sussex
Nicky Willis relocated to the picturesque village of Cuckfield, West Sussex, to create a tranquil home alongside a stylish shop filled with tempting
antiques and bespoke furnishings. Feature Janet Gleeson. Photographs Francine Kay
A renovated Victorian house in Derby filled with intriguing finds
The appeal of antiques goes far beyond the physical for interior designer Sarah Reynolds, and she has filled her home with intriguing pieces that have an emotional connection. Feature Katie Pike. Photographs James French
A much-loved Shropshire manor filled with print, pattern and colour
Speronella Marsh used print, pattern and colour to give her much-loved family home a new lease of life. Feature Serena Fokschaner. Photographs Rachael Smith
A vibrant Victorian villa in Hastings
This 19th-century Hastings villa has been embellished with brilliant colour, fascinating collections and unique pieces, all of which reflect the lives and interests
of its creative owners. Feature Sharon Parsons. Photographs Richard Gadsby
5 easy paint fixes to update your home in a weekend
A coat of paint is a quick and easy way to update any room, and these expert tips will give you the confidence to inject some fresh colour into your life
Easter table ideas: 7 ways to decorate your Easter dining table
From toile de Jouy napkins to pretty plates and fresh flower arrangements, here are some fun, seasonal Easter table ideas...
Designers share their favourite hot-spots for inspiration
From Charleston farmhouse to New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, five designers talk to Rosanna Morris about the favourite places that inspire their work
Behind the brand: Watts 1874
With a museum-standard archive, it’s no surprise that this esteemed heritage textile and wallpaper brand is a favourite with interior decorators. Feature Kara O’Reilly.
Mini-Break Inspiration
THE BEST GETAWAYS FOR HERITAGE LOVERS
48 hours in Brno
Once you’ve ambled around Brno’s cobbled squares and admired its castle, cathedral and terracotta-tiled homes, you may be left wondering why so many tourists overlook the Czech Republic’s second-largest city
48 hours in Totnes
This fiercely independent, bohemian town keeps on improving and is a place to shop and saunter before heading down the Devon lanes to explore the hamlets and creeks of the River Dart, says Rosanna Morris
Hitting the sweet spot: amazing chocolate shops to visit
Driven by a passion for chocolate, these artisan makers are top of the chocs when it comes to flavour and design, and well worth stopping by for a truffle or two, says Rhiannon Batten
48 hours in Maastricht
With its cobbled streets, stylish boutiques, grand squares and one of the world’s top antiques fairs, Maastricht in the Netherlands is well worth a visit. Discover how to spend a weekend in this exciting city, steeped in history and charm
Lesser-known cities to visit in Belgium
Karen Harvey takes us on a tour of some of Belgium’s lesser-known cities, each with plenty to offer lovers of antiques shopping, fine food and culture
Review: The Stack, Trelion, Cornwall
The Stack is nestled in a Cornish hamlet and is both cosy and stylish, making it a perfect Christmas retreat
Antiques of the Week
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE WORLD OF ANTIQUES
Into the blue: a history of denim
Denim has been the workwear of choice for fishermen and sailors since the 1700s. But adding metal rivets turned this humble material into the fashion icon we still revere, says Celia Rufey
UK Fairs Special 2024
Whether you’re searching for a key piece to complete your collection, or hoping to find interiors inspiration and a few decorative items to update your home, a fair is the place to start, says Charlotte Packer
Discover the forgotten women of the Arts and Crafts movement
May Morris, Mary Seton Watts, Margaret Macdonald… Well over a century ago, these pioneering women made a huge contribution to the Arts and Crafts movement, yet they were overshadowed by their male contemporaries. Now it’s their time to shine!