Six of the best WINTER GARDENS

Animal magic

Brought to life in myriad ways, whether printed, woven or embroidered, animals and birds have always been popular motifs in textile design, says Celia Rufey

Bright, bold and BRILLIANT

Small homes don't need to compromise on character. In Nick Kenny's two-up, two-down terrace, natural light, upcycled pieces and colourful accents make a big impact

Petite et chic

Amanda Grant and Kristian Dean's compact apartment encapsulates the essence of continental country house style

A thrifty MIX

Jill De Búrca's home was once a buy-to-let. Now that she's finally moved in, she has begun to furnish it with a quirky combination of antiques, vintage pieces and high street finds

Scholarly SANCTUARY

Statement antiques create drama in this one-bedroom former school hall, owned by antiques dealer Jean Hill

HEIRLOOMS OF THE FUTURE - FLORA JAMIESON

The stained glass artist talks to Dominique Corlett about the influence of the Arts and Crafts movement and capturing the English countryside at its best

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Armillary sphere

The roots of the armillary sphere go back centuries but the design has retained its appeal, and sculptor David Harber creates some of today's most spectacular examples, says Jenny Oldaker

Six of the best HERITAGE RAILWAYS

Plying an 84-mile round trip route through the Scottish Highlands (current licensing woes willing), the Jacobite Steam Train starts at Fort William and skirts the tallest mountain in Britain, Ben Nevis, and spectacular beaches on its way to Mallaig.

TRAVEL

48 hours in Stockholm and the best heritage railways.

A PERSONAL PASSION

For opera lovers, Glyndebourne Festival is the highlight of the summer, beloved for its magical setting as well as the calibre of its productions. Celia Rufey steps behind the scenes as it celebrates its 90th birthday

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