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We have two lovely recipes for you in the autumn issue of Conservation News magazine taken from Sarah Raven’s book: Garden Cookbook. Read online (link in bio) or pick up your free copy at selected locations across Kent. Better still, why not subscribe and have your quarterly issue delivered to you? #gardencookbook #kentmagazine #seasonalfood

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First class carriage house restoration. The listed Carriage House at the property of Rock House that used to house the horses was anything but stable, but that was soon to change. Read the story online (link in bio) or in print in the latest issue of Conservation News - out now! #claguearchitects #atpalmer #kentrestoration #supportkentbusinesses #kentmagazine #propertyrestoration

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Walls and Floors: the foundations of your interiors. When it comes to interior design there is nothing more important than getting the bare bones right. Read the feature in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine. Autumn issue out now or click the link in our bio. #kentmagazine #dewittflooring #antiqueoakflooring #thestonetilewarehouse #redflooring #freelandstiles

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The perfect match: read our wine expert’s recommendations for food and wine pairings in our latest issue, online (link in bio) or in print. Pick up your free copy from selected outlets across the county. #foodandwinepairing #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses

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Read about local artist Cathy McClymont in the autumn issue of Conservation News, in print by picking up your free copy at selected outlets across Kent, or online (link in bio). #cathymcclymontpaintings #kentartist #kentmagazine #anthonysawardgallery #supportkentartists

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Island Life: The versatility of kitchen islands. Read the feature online (link in bio) or in print in our latest issue - out now! #kentmagazine #kitchenislands #applebygrange #comptonsfaversham #whitecliffkitchens #hogwoodhouse #bedroomflair #potts_interiors

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A Fabulous Finish: gone are the days when painting your house meant grabbing the first pot of magnolia you could find! These days there are so many types of paint on offer that picking one can be quite daunting. Read our feature and let your personal style shine through. In print in our autumn edition or online (link in bio). #paintfinishes #anniesloan #periodhome #kentmagazine

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Read our tips for your autumn garden in the latest issue of our magazine, in print or online (link to feature in bio) #autumngarden #kentmagazine #growyourown #supportkentbusinesses

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Stardust Memories: collectors of movie memorabilia are queuing up for an auction of items from a Star Wars and horror film legend. Read more in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine - out now (link to article in bio). #starwarsmemorabilia #petercushing #thecanterburyauctiongalleries #kentmagazine

The autumn issues of Conservation News are out now. There are loads of interesting features to read, so make sure you pick up your free copy today! #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine

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A fanlight is a decorative window feature that can be found above doors, windows and other architectural openings. Read more about the history of them in our summer issue. #fanlights #kentmagazine #architecturalfeatures

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Passion for the past: read the fascinating feature about BSF Consulting Engineers in Canterbury and their unique partnership with James Clague Architects in our summer issue. Online (link in bio) or in print. #jamesclaguearchitects #bsfengineers #kentconservation #kentmagazine

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Artist profile: Graham Clarke is known for his wonderfully detailed, often humorous arch-topped limited edition etchings, produced entirely by hand from start to finish. Graham has a number of open day dates running until mid September. Read more about him and his work in our latest issue. Online (link in bio) or in print. #kentartist #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses

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Gorgeous garden buildings. How about a gorgeous garden room to give you extra space? Read our feature in the summer edition of Conservation News (links in bio) for tips and advice #gardenbuildings #kentmagazine

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Read our wine expert’s feature about sparkling wine in the summer edition of Conservation News magazine. Out now! (Link to article in bio). #englishsparklingwine #kentwine #kentmagazine

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Hedging your bets: Have you ever thought about planting a wildlife hedge in your garden? There are many reasons why a hedge would be a great asset. Not only would it provide essential forage for wildlife, but it can also bring beauty and abundant harvest your way. Intrigued? Read the article by Sarah @thegardencreate in our latest issue. #thegardencreate #kentgardening #wildlifehedge

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With its gentle climate, rich soils and bountiful coastal waters, Kent is a land of plenty when it comes to food and drink. Apples, Cherries, Hops: Kent’s Food and Drink by local author Naomi Dickins will appeal to those with an interest in the county’s history and its culinary heritage. You can read an extract in our summer issue, either online (link in bio) or by picking up your complimentary copy from selected outlets across the county. #kentcherries #kentmagazine #buykentproduce

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Effortless Elegance. In the summer edition of Conservation News we meet Oliver Manning Press whose unique talent and flair for furniture design is fundamental to creating individual pieces of bespoke furniture of the highest quality. #kentmagazine #bespokefurniture #kentartisan #supportkentbusinesses

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Reviving the past: Jane Elizabeth Architects, being situated in the Garden of England have much experience with the exciting process of giving new life to the many redundant farm out-buildings that exist in the county. To find out more about their work give them a follow. #janeelizabetharchitects

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In the latest issue of Conservation News magazine you can read about Marina Mill, a Kent-based, family business that specialises in designing and producing exclusive furnishing fabrics. Read the feature online (link in bio) or in print. Pick up your free copy of the summer edition from your local stockist. #marinamill #textiles #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses

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Your unique home.They say an Englishman’s home is his castle, and we certainly do take great pride in our properties. A period home is a big investment, and when you’re proud of where you live you undoubtedly want it to look it’s best. Buying bespoke can make your home stand out from the crowd. Read the feature in the latest issue of Conservation News - online or in print. #buybespoke #periodhome #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses

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Sunshine Days: check out the latest issue of Conservation News for two lovely recipes from Cucina di Amalfi by Ursula Ferrigno. Her book features 75 authentic recipes, cooked with care and attention and using the best ingredients. Link in bio or pick up your copy now from selected outlets across the county #summerrecipes #italianrecipe #kentmagazine

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Trend alert: @wallsaucecom have a wide range of beautiful wallpapers for every room and style. See the feature in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine. You can read the article online by clicking on the link in the bio or pick up your complimentary copy from outlets across Kent. #heritageinspiredwallpaper #heritageinteriors #kentmagazine

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Container gardening is popular because it is a great way to beautify your living space and grow fresh fruits, veggies and herbs for your kitchen. Read the article in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine. The summer edition is out now. Click on the link in the bio to read online or pick up your free copy from selected outlets throughout Kent. #summergarden #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine #containergardening

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Creating a boot room. One of the latest and biggest trends, a boot room is an extremely practical space, created to house muddy boots and wet coats, as well as to hose down mucky pups, both those with fur and those without! #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses #bootrooms

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Debbie Fairbrass is a Kent-based artist specialising in decorative art using copper and cold porcelain along with gold leaf and oil paints. Read about her amazing work online (link in bio) or in print in the spring issue of Conservation News magazine @debbiefairbrass #kentartist #kentbusinesswomen #copperart #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses

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Wild about garden ponds. No matter how big or small, adding a pond to your garden will prove invaluable for wildlife. Read the feature in print or online (link in bio) #gardenpond #wildlifepond #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine

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Forging a new life. In the latest issue of Conservation News magazine we talk to Joel Tarr - a blacksmith and metal artist from Kent. Read online (link in bio) or in print. Pick up your free copy today! #kentblacksmith #kentartisan #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine #supportkentbusinesses #bespokegates #housesigns

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Land + Sea is a foodie’s heaven, offering great food using quality local ingredients. Read our full review of this little gem of an eatery in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine (or read online - link in bio). #tankerton #kentrestaurant #landandsearestaurant #kentmagazine #kentrestaurantreview #eatingoutinkent @landandseatankerton

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Make a beautiful spring wreath. Expert florist Ashlee Jane shows you how in the spring issue of Conservation News magazine. Read online (link in bio) or pick up your free copy from selected outlets across Kent. You can also win a copy of her book House of Flowers by sending your name, address and telephone number to dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date Friday 2nd June). Good luck #springwreath #houseofflowers #easterwreath #bookgiveaway #bookcompetition #kentmagazine

Make a beautiful spring wreath. Expert florist Ashlee Jane shows you how in the spring issue of Conservation News magazine. Read online (link in bio) or pick up your free copy from selected outlets across Kent. You can also win a copy of her book House of Flowers by sending your name, address and telephone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date Friday 2nd June). Good luck #springwreath #houseofflowers #easterwreath #bookgiveaway #bookcompetition #kentmagazine"/>
Make a beautiful spring wreath. Expert florist Ashlee Jane shows you how in the spring issue of Conservation News magazine. Read online (link in bio) or pick up your free copy from selected outlets across Kent. You can also win a copy of her book House of Flowers by sending your name, address and telephone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date Friday 2nd June). Good luck #springwreath #houseofflowers #easterwreath #bookgiveaway #bookcompetition #kentmagazine"/> Make a beautiful spring wreath. Expert florist Ashlee Jane shows you how in the spring issue of Conservation News magazine. Read online (link in bio) or pick up your free copy from selected outlets across Kent. You can also win a copy of her book House of Flowers by sending your name, address and telephone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date Friday 2nd June). Good luck #springwreath #houseofflowers #easterwreath #bookgiveaway #bookcompetition #kentmagazine"/> +1 Make a beautiful spring wreath. Expert florist Ashlee Jane shows you how in the spring issue of Conservation News magazine. Read online (link in bio) or pick up your free copy from selected outlets across Kent. You can also win a copy of her book House of Flowers by sending your name, address and telephone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date Friday 2nd June). Good luck #springwreath #houseofflowers #easterwreath #bookgiveaway #bookcompetition #kentmagazine"/>
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Each year we look forward to spring to see the end of the dark gloomy days of winter. This is when the garden starts to wake up and the first signs of colour appear. You’ll soon be caught up in a frenzy of seed sowing, growing and nurturing your garden as it comes back to life. Read our spring garden notes in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine - out now! #springgarden #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine

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The spring issues of Conservation News magazine are out now! Make sure you pick up your free copy from selected outlets across Kent or you can read online (link in bio). As always there are some fascinating features and great tips and advice for owners of period properties #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine #supportkentbusinesses #periodhome #periodpropertykent

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Read about Wilkinson Chandeliers and their amazing restoration work in the winter issue of Conservation News magazine; online (link in bio) or in print. #chandeliers #wilkinsonchandeliers #supportkentbusinesses #kentmagazine #chandelierrestoration

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The art of fossicking* we all love hunting in brocante markets and antique shops. And just as much fun nowadays is scrolling through treasure on online auction websites. Read why in this fascinating article by The Canterbury Auction Galleries. (online or in print - link in bio) * Fossicking is to search for gold, especially in abandoned mines; or to rummage, especially for profit. @thecanterburyauctiongalleries #kentmagazine #auctionhouse #canterbury #thecanterburyauctiongalleries #conservationnewsmagazine #supportkentbusinesses

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Read our feature on choosing a bath tub for your period home in the latest edition of Conservation News magazine (in print or online - link in bio); because when it comes to function it can be said that the most important room in the house, after the kitchen, is the bathroom! #periodhomes #conservationnewsmagazine #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses #bathtubs

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Read our feature on how to choose a bath tub for your period home in the latest edition of Conservation News magazine (online or in print - link in bio); because when it comes to function, it can be said that the most important room in the house after the kitchen, is the bathroom. #periodhome #bathtubs #conservationnewsmagazine #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses

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Creating a focal point in a room can be a fantastic way of tying together your decor and really putting your stamp on your property. Read the article online (link in bio) or in print. #conservationnewsmagazine #kent magazine #supportkentbusinesses #periodproperty

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Cocktail Hour: we feature two recipes from Alice Lascelles book ‘The Cocktail Edit’ in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine (link in bio), PLUS there’s a chance to win a copy of the book. Just email your name, address and phone number to dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24 February) GOOD LUCK

Cocktail Hour: we feature two recipes from Alice Lascelles book ‘The Cocktail Edit’ in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine (link in bio), PLUS there’s a chance to win a copy of the book. Just email your name, address and phone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24 February) GOOD LUCK"/>
Cocktail Hour: we feature two recipes from Alice Lascelles book ‘The Cocktail Edit’ in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine (link in bio), PLUS there’s a chance to win a copy of the book. Just email your name, address and phone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24 February) GOOD LUCK"/> Cocktail Hour: we feature two recipes from Alice Lascelles book ‘The Cocktail Edit’ in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine (link in bio), PLUS there’s a chance to win a copy of the book. Just email your name, address and phone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24 February) GOOD LUCK"/> Cocktail Hour: we feature two recipes from Alice Lascelles book ‘The Cocktail Edit’ in the latest issue of Conservation News magazine (link in bio), PLUS there’s a chance to win a copy of the book. Just email your name, address and phone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24 February) GOOD LUCK"/>
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Using your fire pit in winter. The winter is the time to retreat to the warmth and cosiness of the house, but what if we open those doors and venture outside into the moonlight… read the feature online (link in bio) or in print in the latest edition of Conservation News magazine #firepits #wintergarden #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine

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Stagioni, meaning ‘seasons’ in Italian, will take you on a journey through the culinary year with recipes for every craving and occasion. We have featured 2 recipes in the latest issue of Conservation News, but for your chance to win a copy of the book just email your name, address and phone number to dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24th February) good luck 😉 #freebook #bookcompetition #kentmagazine #italianrecipes #italiancookbook #conservationnewsmagazine

Stagioni, meaning ‘seasons’ in Italian, will take you on a journey through the culinary year with recipes for every craving and occasion. We have featured 2 recipes in the latest issue of Conservation News, but for your chance to win a copy of the book just email your name, address and phone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24th February) good luck 😉 #freebook #bookcompetition #kentmagazine #italianrecipes #italiancookbook #conservationnewsmagazine"/>
Stagioni, meaning ‘seasons’ in Italian, will take you on a journey through the culinary year with recipes for every craving and occasion. We have featured 2 recipes in the latest issue of Conservation News, but for your chance to win a copy of the book just email your name, address and phone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24th February) good luck 😉 #freebook #bookcompetition #kentmagazine #italianrecipes #italiancookbook #conservationnewsmagazine"/> Stagioni, meaning ‘seasons’ in Italian, will take you on a journey through the culinary year with recipes for every craving and occasion. We have featured 2 recipes in the latest issue of Conservation News, but for your chance to win a copy of the book just email your name, address and phone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk (closing date 24th February) good luck 😉 #freebook #bookcompetition #kentmagazine #italianrecipes #italiancookbook #conservationnewsmagazine"/>
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We meet a Kent based building conservation company whose work is breathing new life into tired old properties. #prestigebrickwork #kentbusiness #conservationbrickwork #supportkentbusinesses #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine

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A favourite subject amongst interior designers and writers alike, there’s a lot to say when it comes to lighting your home. To help you through the advice we asked interiors and lifestyle journalist Claudia Baillie to bring together all the knowledge she’s garnered over the years into one whole home guide. Read it online (link in bio) or in print by picking up your free copy at selected locations across Kent today. # neptune #lighting #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine

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Garden notes: winter can feel like a gloomy time in the garden. The flowers of high summer are a distant memory, the rain is here to stay and the change of the clocks has put paid to any hope of working in the garden in the evenings. However there is still much to be done. Read this and other features online (link to magazines in bio) #wintergardening #conservationnewsmagazine #periodhome #supportkentbusinesses

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Win a 3 course lunch for two at the fabulous Boys Hall in Ashford. For your chance to win just answer the following question: How many gold coins were found in a flower pot under the floorboards? Email your answer along with your name, address and telephone number to dawn@conservationnews.co.uk. Closing date: Friday 27th February. Good luck! #boyshallkent #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine #freelunchfortwo #kentmagazinecompetition #kentrestaurant

Win a 3 course lunch for two at the fabulous Boys Hall in Ashford. For your chance to win just answer the following question: How many gold coins were found in a flower pot under the floorboards? Email your answer along with your name, address and telephone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk. Closing date: Friday 27th February. Good luck! #boyshallkent #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine #freelunchfortwo #kentmagazinecompetition #kentrestaurant"/>
Win a 3 course lunch for two at the fabulous Boys Hall in Ashford. For your chance to win just answer the following question: How many gold coins were found in a flower pot under the floorboards? Email your answer along with your name, address and telephone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk. Closing date: Friday 27th February. Good luck! #boyshallkent #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine #freelunchfortwo #kentmagazinecompetition #kentrestaurant"/> Win a 3 course lunch for two at the fabulous Boys Hall in Ashford. For your chance to win just answer the following question: How many gold coins were found in a flower pot under the floorboards? Email your answer along with your name, address and telephone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk. Closing date: Friday 27th February. Good luck! #boyshallkent #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine #freelunchfortwo #kentmagazinecompetition #kentrestaurant"/> Win a 3 course lunch for two at the fabulous Boys Hall in Ashford. For your chance to win just answer the following question: How many gold coins were found in a flower pot under the floorboards? Email your answer along with your name, address and telephone number to <a href=dawn@conservationnews.co.uk. Closing date: Friday 27th February. Good luck! #boyshallkent #kentmagazine #conservationnewsmagazine #freelunchfortwo #kentmagazinecompetition #kentrestaurant"/>
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Not long and the winter issues of Conservation News magazine will be available. They’re full of great articles and useful tips for period home owners. #conservationnewsmagazine #kentmagazine #supportkentbusinesses

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Read about how to create the perfect gallery wall in the autumn edition of Conservation News - out now! #conservationnewsmagazine #gallerywall #gallerywallinspo #kentmagazine Photos courtesy @gemellisx

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