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TOTAL transformation

Entrusting the keys to his new Bath house to builder brother James and designer wife Beth, Paul Kettlety disappeared abroad for nine months...

History's WONDER WOMAN

With superhuman powers possibly gifted by the Greek gods, Dr Janina Ramirez is returning to Gloucester this month to bring a series of events celebrating our diverse and fascinating history

Fly me to the MOON

Bristol artist Luke Jerram is returning to the city of Gloucester this month with an exciting new community exhibition

Cotswolds Champions

A newly launched £400,000 programme is set to promote projects that lead the way in looking after the Cotswolds

Age is just a number

You’re never too old to learn – and doing so might just improve your health

Adam and his loyal land army

BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson is Britain’s best-known farmer. But when lockdown shut his Cotswold Farm Park, glamour was off the table: he went straight back to mucking out sheds and feeding bulls. With the farm park now reopen, he talks to Katie Jarvis

A big headache

With Migraine Awareness Week taking place in September, we look at what’s being done to clear our heads

Boost Your Wellbeing This Autumn

Jo Fellows’ top tips to help you rebalance and rejuvenate with the change of season

With this ring...

The scientific practice of ringing birds has unlocked many avian mysteries

The great outdoors

Renowned landscape artist Richard Pikesley invites us to join him painting en plein air in the Dorset countryside

New ‘norms' for nuptials

Amanda Griffihs looks at the ‘new normal’ for weddings and how couples can still plan their dream day with a little creative thinking

Getting the look right

We asked some local boutique owners to share their top tips on finding that special outfit

Backing our community

Declared High Sheriff of Dorset in a lockdown ceremony in his garden, GEORGE STREATFEILD wants to reward the county’s community spirit during Covid-19

Electric dreams

The Range Rover plug-in hybrid brings silent electric motoring to this iconic luxury car

Age is just a number

You’re never too old to learn – and doing so might just improve your health

A Time to Reflect

While AFC Bournemouth’s relegation was a bitter blow, the Cherries’ faithful can reflect on their Premier League adventure with pride and look to the future with optimism

A fine trek to chalk off...

Enjoy far-reaching views on this challenging walk through Blackmore Vale’s dairy and agricultural farming landscape

What's cooking?

Fresh styles and innovative ideas to inspire that dream kitchen

IN THE MAKING

The Frome Independent was genuinely one of the reasons I came to live in the town,” says Helen Bakunowicz.

Putting the best hoof forward

For some people, horses are far more than just pets – they can be highly valuable, with price tags in excess of tens of thousands of pounds

Wellow

In our special series Catherine Courtenay takes a look at the village life in Somerset

Walking through the streets of Wellington

CATHERINE COURTENAY takes a look at some of the notable buildings that lie hidden among the streets of Wellington

Bon appétit Bath

Bath’s varied food and drink scene makes it one of the best foodie cities in the country. VISIT BATH highlights some favourite places to eat, drink and buy locally-made goodies

SOMERSET'S SECRET GARDENS

Somerset’s gardens are as beautiful and varied as the county itself, discovers author ABIGAIL WILLIS

LET'S TALK ABOUT- Harvest mice

Pauline Kidner , founder of Somerset animal charity Secret World, talks all things wildlife with us

CREAM TEA TREKS

Tea and walking are a perfect partnership, so SIMONE STANBROOK-BYRNE goes in search of the best Somerset cream teas

Alfresco dining

With lockdown restrictions lifted, Somerset’s restaurants and pubs are back in business and many saw a demand for outside dining. CATHERINE COURTENAY uncovers a few of the county’s alfresco delights

Open once again

Garden visits as part of the National Gardens Scheme have been on hold, but some Devon gardens have tentatively been reopening and raising much needed funds for charity, discovers CATHERINE COURTENAY

Mosaic of life

Exeter’s grande dame of mosaic art Elaine M Goodwin reflects on a 50 year career and the work that has made her an icon

Offshore investment

Hotels don’t come much more iconic than Burgh Island, the infamous Art Deco retreat visited by many well-known figures of the 20th Century. CHRISSY HARRIS talks to the new owner to find out what today’s guests can expect