Property
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Selling your home? This is the best week of the year to list it
Research reveals that right now is the best week for selling a home – but be sure to list it before the weekend for best results
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to convert a barn – from planning to potential pitfalls
Follow our step-by-step guide to find out how to convert a barn into a dream rural property, both sympathetically and practically
By Caroline Rodrigues •
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How to clean encaustic tiles – an expert guide
Discover how to clean encaustic tiles to restore their vibrancy, remove ingrained dirt, and protect them from damage, with advice from the experts
By Melanie Griffiths •
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The trees that increase property value – and the ones that will lose you money
Here's what to look for to identify trees that increase property value – and those that will reduce it
By Anna Cottrell •
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Explore this Grade II-listed manor house with its own moat
The historic house dates back to the 1670s...
By Ruth Doherty •
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Living near a national park – the best locations, property prices, upsides and drawbacks
Living close to a National Park can almost double the value of a property. Find out which are the best locations to invest in – and which iconic landmarks aren’t worth the extra cost
By Andrea Childs •
Outdoors
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Front yard cottage garden ideas – that create a pretty first impression
These front yard cottage garden ideas will give your home characterful, charming curb appeal
By Holly Reaney •
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Greenhouse ideas: glasshouses for fruit, veg and flowers
We've greenhouse ideas for every garden, so you can jump-start your growing season and protect plants with a glasshouse perfect for your plot
By Linda Clayton •
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Life & Style
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Frieda Gormley, co-founder of House of Hackney, on life in the Cornish countryside
Frieda talks fairytale gardens, antique treasure troves, and Cornwall’s coffee scene
By Megan Slack •
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Globetrotter Tobias Vernon – on the must-visit hot spots of Somerset
Founder of gallery space and design studio 8 Holland Street waxes lyrical about living in Somerset in England's West Country
By Jo Bailey •
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Living with pets: the 10 rules of pet etiquette
Living with pets? Our petiqutte guide will keep you and your furry friends happy
By Andrea Childs •
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Vanessa Gates, wallpaper and fabric designer at Barneby Gates, on life in the country
Vanessa Barneby talks Hampshire hang-outs, village life and good walking boots
By Holly Phillips •
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Actress Jenny Agutter’s favorite part of Cornwall – it’s where she loves to be in Spring
Call the Midwife actress Jenny Agutter has travelled the world but the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall is where she enjoys spending time the most
By Rhoda Parry •
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Easter craft ideas – elegant, easy makes
Now is the perfect time to try these sophisticated Easter craft ideas – from gorgeous centerpieces to quick floral arrangements
By Homes & Gardens •
