Escape to the hills

With rolling valleys, serene rivers and architectural character aplenty, what’s not to like about this county?

Whatever your passion–be it gardening, fishing, sailing, shooting or equestrian sport– you can live the countryside dream in one of these idyllic Hampshire houses

Two superb country estates, one with an illustrious racing and hunting history, offer the chance to live the ultimate rural dream

From picturesque settings to Forsyte Saga inspiration, the West Country has something for everyone

With an expanse of sandy beaches, 125 miles of lock-free Broads waterways, sea colonies and nature reserves, there’s plenty of Nature to enjoy in Norfolk. Arabella Youens picks some charming houses on the market

East Anglia appears to be full of wonders, from carriage driving and an escaped puma to a Harrods pavilion and ancient forests, as these houses show