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HARK THE HERALD
Armfuls of festive foliage foraged from the Cornish countryside adorn this handsomely eccentric home, full of Gothic styling and heraldic details
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December 2025
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Cocktail hour
Load the drinks trolley with your best glasses and plenty of Christmas spirit, and serve up these festive tipples to make the party go with a swing
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December 2025
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ART, LIFE & STYLE
Farleys House in East Sussex, former home of surrealists Lee Miller and Roland Penrose, rivals Charleston for artistic inspiration, with rooms filled with photography, paintings and colourful murals, and a guest book signed by some of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century
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December 2025
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DECK THE HALLS
Harriet Hastings restored a traditional Suffolk long house and built a new barn alongside it, providing space for all the family, especially at Christmas
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December 2025
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Say it with flowers
Flowers and foliage transform your décor in an instant.
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December 2025
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GET READY TO PARTY
The kitchen is where guests instinctively gather at parties, so design an inviting layout where style and sociability meet, whatever the occasion
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December 2025
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The late, late breakfast show
Long and lazy brunches add the comfort factor to winter weekends and give festive guests an indulgent wake-up call. Go on, take it easy...
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December 2025
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Kitchen dilemmas
Do you go dual fuel or electric, two oven or four, wok or not? Here's how to choose the best range cooker for your needs
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December 2025
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Tales from the country
Mummers, drunken carols and a parade of wrongdoers - village life at Christmas is brilliant
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December 2025
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The joys of a tiny Christmas'
There are many small pleasures to be enjoyed when there are just one, two or a few of you celebrating the festive season, writes author India Knight
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December 2025
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Caroline Kent
The founder of stylish stationery studio Scribble & Daub turns her distinctive hand to decorations over the festive season
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December 2025
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GRACE AND FAVOUR
Placed in the garden, a sculpture invites us to pause and appreciate both its beauty and that of the backdrop around it
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December 2025
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Slow down & stay sane!
The pressure for perfection means the festive season can leave us feeling a little frayed around the edges, but with a few simple tricks you can adjust your mindset and really make the most of this time with loved ones
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December 2025
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A stay at The Alfriston
This hotel, set in a picturesque village in the South Downs, combines luxury and hospitality for a relaxed and stylish country escape
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December 2025
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Luxe lunch
This inspired menu takes comforting rustic flavours and transforms them into celebratory festive dishes to savour and share
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December 2025
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Christmas at Rick's
Chef and restaurateur Rick Stein shares the dishes that earn their place on his festive table. Rich, tasty and definitely worth celebrating...
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December 2025
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HORT-COUTURE
Sturdy but oh-so-stylish, a new crop of gardenwear can take you from plot to shop and school pick up. Put these brands on your Christmas wishlist
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December 2025
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FIVE FOUNDATIONS OF FESTIVE FLAIR
With the tree up and the wreath on the door, it's time to sprinkle Christmas magic throughout the rest of your home
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December 2025
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PINES AND NEEDLES
After all the fun of decking the tree, no one wants drooping branches and dropped needles. Here's how to keep yours looking good for longer
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December 2025
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Scents & seasonality
Enjoy making and gifting delightful homemade decorations and accessories featuring foraged finds and festive fruits and spices
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December 2025
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HOME FOR CHRISTMAS
Kari and Jeff Young have given a dated Victorian property a new lease of life, creating a charming family home that's ideal for festive get-togethers
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December 2025
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Merry & bright
Give your home a warm and welcoming feel by illuminating its exterior with twinkling lights this Christmas
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December 2025
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A HOME TO CELEBRATE
Show guests a good time with a home set up for easy entertaining. Here's five ways to create fun spaces for every occasion
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December 2025
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'My handmade wooden skis celebrate the rugged Scottish terrain'
Renowned for its ancient woodlands, rugged mountains and heather-clad moorlands, Scotland is a country devoted to celebrating its traditions and protecting its cultural and natural heritage.
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December 2025
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COME ALL YOU FAITHFULS
Festive traditions, fashionable decor and all the family gathered makes Christmas a joy for Francesca Rowan-Plowden – interior designer, TV presenter and a star of The Traitors earlier this year
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December 2025
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Bring on the buffet
Crowd pleasing recipes, made for sharing
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December 2025
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WINTER'S TALE
Believing they could complete one final house renovation, Amanda and Niall set up home in their favourite village for their first listed project
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December 2025
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FOLLOW THAT STAR
Armed with nature-inspired colour schemes and botanical wallpapers, Hollie Moreland set out to return country charm to her home in the Cotswolds
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December 2025
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The time is now: part two
Life at Greenfields will soon be over. A new dream awaits Diana and her family, but there's much to treasure in these last few weeks in a home that's been so full of love
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December 2025
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NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS
Julie and David Thompson knew that with their children grown, they could follow their hearts to the countryside and find a forever home for Christmas and beyond
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