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A Master of his Craft

Mark Padfield and his team thatch a Grade 2 listed cottage in Preston, near Canterbury

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The Orchard Cook

Recipes from tree to table – two seasonal recipes from Stuart Ovenden’s beautiful book

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Traditional Leaded Lights

Leaded lights are one of the oldest techniques for glazing still in use today. Looked after properly, leaded lights can last hundreds of years, so routine maintenance is essential for preservation.

Oak staircase from Orlestone Oak, www.orlestoneoak.co.uk

Statement Staircases

The architects of stately homes certainly understood the significance of the staircase, which often forms the centerpiece of a building and offers an immediate ‘wow factor’ to visitors.

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Light & Shade

Seasonal lighting tips and inspiration

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Keith’s Got it Covered

After working for more than 50 years in the upholstery business, you could say that Keith Cleal has it well covered!

Hand-crafted finial globe lights installed at Raymond Blanc’s Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons Hotel and Restaurant, Oxfordshire

Don’t blame it on the Moonlight

Our features writer Louise Tomlin talks to the owner and inventor of stone globe lights, Joanna Wallis

Swimming pool area at the rear of the property (© Mark Lane)

A Garden Paradise

In part two of Mark Lane’s 70s bungalow restoration we take a look at his beautiful garden transformation.

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Kent Farmers’ Markets

Upcoming market days in Kent, through to November 2018

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Welcome to Autumn 2018

Welcome to our Autumn 2018 Issue