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  • curtilage-920x920

    Heritage and conservation expert Anske Bax explains how to determine if a structure is within a listed building’s curtilage and what works you can carry out on it.

  • style guide

    Our last period house style guide focused on the 1930s semi-detached house, which, as so many of this type of house were built and with many still around today, made this style a great candidate to cover in our guide. But what happened next?

  • lighting

    From cosy cottages to grand Georgian townhouses, here’s how to embrace all that lovely character and make your period home shine with smart, styling lighting.

  • winter ready

    Don’t let winter wreak havoc with your home! Now’s the time to prepare for the colder months with these Conservation News tips.

  • glasshouse

    There is so much joy to be had from growing your own herbs, fruit and vegetables. Picking a juicy tomato or crunchy cucumber straight from the plant is a beautiful thing, as well as saving you money and helping reduce environmental costs.

  • Winter Gardening

    What to do in the garden now

  • 2025d Winter Kent

    If you’re looking for inspiration for your period property, we have plenty to offer – from an update on Maison Dieu, to choosing the perfect lighting, and everything you need to know about curtilage.

  • seasoning

    Seasoning

    Food and Drink

    Seasoning spans the four seasons of the year, with insights into over 50 vegetables and fruits. Angela Clutton explores ingredients through their seasonality, offering tips on shopping and storing, countless ways to use them, flavour partners and how to minimise waste.

  • up and coming wine regions

    Many wine-producing parts of the world are worthy of far more recognition than they’ve been receiving. So if you’re looking for your next great bottle, put these up-and-coming wine regions on your radar right now.

  • autumn 25

    Autumn here in Kent is magical. It’s a great time to be out working in your garden and if you’re a tulip lover, you will definitely want to be planning next spring’s display.