Sussex Life
Do the white thing
Mark Winstanley, creative director of The White Company, cherishes his 17th century sanctuary near Lewes
4 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
LIFE IN LOCK DOWN
Brighton photographer JJ Waller has responded to the historic lockdown conditions in the UK by photographing people social distancing at home
1 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
Mother love
In this engaging portrait of family life, mother-son relationships and bereavement, Nicholas Royle captures the spirit of his mother and post-war parenting.
2 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
Out of Africa
The song of two migrant warblers transports our man to his days as a young naturalist
2 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
Sharp lines
A lifetime’s fascination with the sharp lines of geometric patterns led Arundel-based Fraser Renton to create a kaleidoscopic collection of paintings and sculptures. Simone Hellyer speaks to the artist
4 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
Overcoming the odds
With Unwanted Etchingham writer Suz Evasdaughter explores her traumatic childhood in Yorkshire, while offering up a story of hope and overcoming the odds
3 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
Under the apple tree
The priest, author and ecological thinker on his deep love for the countryside
3 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
COMIC RELIEF
Comedian Jen Brister on moving to Brighton, home-schooling and the future of comedy
6 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
GREEN SHOOTS
Great garden design will not only add value to your home, it can extend your living area into the outdoors too
2 min |
June 2020
Sussex Life
An English country garden
Take inspiration from the beautiful gardens at Hoopers Farm, which Andrew and Sarah Ratcliffe have developed over many years in the lovely village of Mayfield
6 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
The changing face of fashion
The fashion industry has been hit hard by the lockdown - here some of the region’s key names explain how they are coping and adapting for the future
5 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
Rowan's role on the fells
For a National Trust ranger in the Lakes, every day is Take Your Dog to Work Day
5 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORIES
You could win fantastic photographic equipment in our competition, sponsored by Wilkinson Cameras
1 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
HONOURING THE HEROES
A Lakeland photographer has launched an appeal for a permanent memorial to NHS staff who have died during the lockdown
3 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
Having a laugh
Looking for a fun-filled pastime? Laughter yoga, which is celebrating its 25th birthday in 2020, might just be for you
3 min |
June 2020
Berkshire Life
Pastures new
Enjoy a scenic walk exploring a number of nature reserves and lakes from Twyford to the edge of Dinton Pastures Country Park.
3 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
Artistic responses
Artists from Salford are among those to have responded to the Covid-19 pandemic in diverse ways
2 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
A word with Chris
The pandemic might have closed theatres and film sets but actor Christopher Eccleston from Salford still won applause for his performance in praise of the NHS
4 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
A strong comeback
He’s come through tough times, but Chorlton singer-songwriter Badly Drawn Boy has a new album and a new sense of optimism
4 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
A show of strength
Lockdown has brought out best in communities and businesses across Lancashire
6 min |
June 2020
Lancashire Life
Life In The Lakeland Lockdown
Emily Rothery reflects on the effect on the outbreak on the countryside near her Coniston home
4 min |
June 2020
Berkshire Life
Rising to the challenge
How the agricultural industry is going above and beyond to keep the nation ticking over
2 min |
June 2020
Berkshire Life
Lockdown laughter
We speak to local stand-up comedienne Toni Kent, who shares the healing power of humour
4 min |
June 2020
Hampshire Life
Take it easy
Chris writes in praise of that most overlooked of activities – a nice sit-down
2 min |
June 2020
Berkshire Life
Britain's most brutal punishment?
Combe Gibbet in Berkshire stands 25ft high on the summit of Inkpen Beacon and is unusual as it’s a double gibbet, reportedly erected for the hanging of a man and woman who were secret lovers – and evidence suggests she was the only woman to have been gibbeted in Britain. Samantha Priestley explores the history behind the gibbet...
4 min |
June 2020
Hampshire Life
Our mutual friend
On the 150th anniversary of his death, we look back at Charles Dickens’ links to his Portsmouth birthplace
5 min |
June 2020
Berkshire Life
Waves of kindness
Berkshire charity 52 Lives is sending hundreds of happy bags and wellbeing packs to vulnerable children and the elderly
2 min |
June 2020
Hampshire Life
Food for thought
Michelin-starred chef Skye Gengall, has brought her food sustainability ethos to Hook’s Heckfield Place
5 min |
June 2020
Berkshire Life
The National Garden Scheme needs you
Despite having to close its garden gates for the first time in its 93-year history, the National Garden Scheme has launched a visually glorious campaign that will keep its stunning gardens virtually open
5 min |
June 2020
Berkshire Life
The Clooneys show their concern
George and Amal Clooney have often put their money where their concerns are and recently they donated nearly a million pounds to various global organisations fighting the coronavirus, including the NHS. We are proud to call them neighbours
4 min |