A cloudy start

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

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

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

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

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

For equestrians, the south-west’s hidden gem has it all, discovers Catherine Welton . But keep that to yourselves or it won’t stay hidden for long…