The taste of britain

Located in the beautiful, ancient town of Rye in East Sussex, the Mermaid Inn abounds with colourful stories of smugglers, ghosts, royalty and secret tunnels. The inn was probably built during the rei

ALTHOUGH it may not have felt like it ...

Makes 12Prep time 15 minCook time 30 minSpecialist kit 12-hole muffin tin;12 large paper muffin cases EASY SWAPS Raspberries or blackcurrants are great alternatives. • 250g cooked beetroot • 3 large e

For 45 years, Jill Barklem’s ‘Brambly Hedge’ series has been captivating young readers. Emily Allen explores her magical miniature world

● There is something quintessentially romantic about ...

Our round-up of the funny, fascinating and unusual stories this fortnight