Dorset Magazine
A Novel Idea
Could this extraordinary year be the one when you finally become an author? Jess Thompson talks to those who have successfully undertaken the journey to being published
9 min |
July 2020
Dorset Magazine
How we can strengthen local food security?
Alan Heeks explores the upsides and downsides of climate change for Dorset’s food economy
4 min |
July 2020
Dorset Magazine
Sea Fever
Imagine if the sea was your offie and your daily commute was accompanied by dolphins
4 min |
July 2020
Dorset Magazine
Flowered Up
Meet the couple creating ‘fields of colour’ at their cut flower farm in Sherborne
8 min |
July 2020
Dorset Magazine
OUTSIDE SPACE
Light, air and the best of views, a garden room is a must-have home accessory
2 min |
July 2020
Dorset Magazine
CORFE CASTLE VILLAGE TRAIL
Walk through the history of one of Dorset’s most fascinating villages
7 min |
July 2020
Dorset Magazine
A LICK OF HISTORY
Some of the dining delicacies of our ancestors may raise a few eyebrows, but one dish that Dorset’s grand houses always had on the table in summer was ice cream
5 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
THE INSIDER'S GUIDE
News and happenings from around the area with Somerset Life
3 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
LET'S TALK ABOUT: Grass Snakes
Grass snakes are one of the three snakes found in Britain.
2 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
OUTSIDE SPACE
Light, air and the best of views, a garden room is a must-have home accessory
2 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
Honey with moor flavour
A uniquely flavoured honey, produced by bees foraging on Exmoor’s ling heather, is revealing a few surprises, discovers CATHERINE COURTENAY
4 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
Hamster Hazard
This month it’s all about the hazards of other people’s animals
2 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
BATH on screen
Bath has long attracted directors and producers eager to feature the city on both the big and small screen. See if you can spot it next time you watch the television shows and films below
2 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
All together now
Loneliness in later life is not uncommon, but there are steps you can take to prevent or ease this feeling
3 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
Creating a masterpiece
Looking for something to do during your coronavirus confinement? Why not try writing a book, says author and Somerset Life contributor Ewen MacDonald
3 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
21 SECRETS OF SOMERSET
Author MIKE DEAN reveals some of the lesser-known Somerset secrets that appear in his latest book - did you know them?
2 min |
July 2020
Somerset Life
Where Have All The Bees Gone?
Pollinators are in severe decline writes Tony Jackson, but Somerset Wildlife Trust is on the case
4 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Standing up for locals
Paddleboarding, stunning views and great coffee – wesup Torquay has it all. CHRISSY HARRIS went to meet the owners of this popular new harbour-side hangout
4 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Pulling together
Writer EMMA PEARCY discovers how the community of Moretonhampstead rose to the many challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic
4 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Discovering the Teign valley
Idyllic villages, a spectacular waterfall, riverside walks and a nature reserve –just some of the places to enjoy along the beautiful Teign Valley
5 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Moo-ving the business online!
As Surfing Cow Ice Cream rides out the coronavirus wave, loyal customers are keeping the team rolling
4 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Missing friends in lockdown
These are not easy times for any of us at the moment and I very much hope that, as you read this, hotels will be opening and life will be starting to return to what we will now think of as our new normal.
2 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Generations of compassion and care
We all want to do our bit for the planet but sometimes it feels a bit overwhelming. In her new series for 2020, KATE HASKELL talks to people and businesses doing their best to make it easier to live The Green Life. This month: Mary Quicke, MBE, of Quicke’s Cheese
4 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Locked down in Beer
The East Devon village of Beer has pulled together during the lockdown
2 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Here comes the bespoke look for the bride
Designer and maker Jane Radford, of Jane Elizabeth’s Beautiful Bridal Accessories tells AMELIA THURSTON about her hobby becoming a passion and transforming into an exciting business
2 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
Brixham's beautiful boat
The Golden Hind is a famous Brixham landmark and borderline heirloom to JOE READ, who explores its ongoing part in the town’s tourism industry
4 min |
July 2020
Devon Life
A lifeline for our farmers
A charity which supports farmers and their families is marking a special anniversary this year
4 min |
July 2020
France
PROVENCAL PLENTY
A tastebud-tantalising trip to Vaucluse – Karen Tait sets out on a voyage of discovery of Provence’s abundant produce
10+ min |
July 2020
France
Sancerre STYLE
In the cradle of the sauvignon blanc grape, Dominic Rippon explores the well-renowned vineyards of Centre-Loire
2 min |
July 2020
France
Something old, SOMETHING NEW
Find out why historic Lyon was crowned one of the first European Capitals of Smart Tourism with Karyn Noble
5 min |