My coast

Full disclosure: I’ve known Nicky Hambleton-Jones for 25 years. We met at a book club when we were both lonely souls who had just landed in Britpop ’90s London – me from the North East of England and

Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

This month, embrace the spirit of coastal living, shop for the perfect headboard, and refresh your space with botanical prints that bring nature indoors

From snorkelling in crystal-clear Hebridean waters to hand-printing sea-inspired designs, Bonnie Wood’s life and art on the Isle of Islay capture the quiet beauty of island living

It’s summertime and Yorkshire’s splendid landscape is open for business ‒ that might mean taking the plunge on a paddleboard, a social trek or a gentle ramble with painterly views. Be inspired to do it your way

Since retiring 15 years ago, Karen’s lifestyle has transformed, yet her style remains stuck in a formal, workwear mindset. While she’s not afraid of colour, she often gravitates toward neutral tones f