10 nature-led ways to feed birds

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The appeal of Britain’s countryside owes much to our tradition of creating and preserving beautiful houses and gardens. Today, that tradition is as strong as it has ever been, thanks to the knowledge, dedication and creativity of the architects, interior designers, garden designers and craftspeople described on the following pages

This makes a wonderful side dish to serve with roast lamb or mutton for your Easter lunch and it also doubles as a stunning centrepiece for any vegetarians at the table. Cassie Best SERVES 4 as a main

A cheesy baked delight that has vibrant greens front and centre. These galettes are so simple to make – featuring a wholemeal flour base baked until golden, leafy spinach, spring onions and bright man

With its colourful façades, lush gardens and striking views, Portmeirion belongs on the Italian Riviera, but this work of art was built in Wales

Last year, Desert Island Discs presenter Lauren Laverne received a shock cancer diagnosis. In her first inter view since, she tells Sali Hughes how the experience has helped her to find joy in the everyday