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Six of the best properties currently for sale in Scotland
From an equestrian property to a converted watermill, there is plenty of variety to find in these Scottish properties currently on the market. CANTRAY HOUSE CROY, INVERNESS-SHIRE This is a…
The resurgence of second-hand vehicles
It’s less ‘preloved’ than ‘reloved’, finds Charlie Flindt, with long waiting lists for new cars making second-hand vehicles look a whole lot more attractive in buyers’ eyes. THE RESURGENCE OF…
Sighthounds: a vision of speed and elegance
Sir Johnny Scott celebrates the enviably elegant sighthounds, who hunt entirely by sight and speed rather than scent. Everyone wants that perfect picking-up or peg dog, but training gundog puppies…
Best of British Kit
From silk scarves to corgi-adorned mugs, Britain excels in every category. Here are some of the best British products on offer. BEST OF BRITISH KIT WAISTCOAT SIRPLUS Get set with…
The dos and don’ts of training gundog puppies
Eve Jones talks to the experts to find out the secret to training gundog puppies – from choosing the right puppy, to settling them in at home and the patience…
Sporting Artist: Mark Hearld
After a short time chatting with mixed media artist Mark Hearld, the rather uplifting realisation emerges that everyone is an artist – perhaps. Certainly everything is art when seen through…
The Queen’s Green Canopy: a Tree-bilee Year
The Queen’s Green Canopy, a nationwide tree-planting initiative, is underway to mark HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, finds Melanie Cable-Alexander
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Rich, luxurious and decadent, lobster mac and cheese makes the most of not only the meat but the hugely flavourful shells. However, be careful not to over-simmer the milk, as…
Six of the best properties in Cumbria
LOW GREENSIDE WASDALE HEAD, SEASCALE A renovated five-bedroom house in the Wasdale valley in the Lake District National Park, with the Screes as its backdrop and the fells of Buckbarrow…