Put a knot in it

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

Your little black book of essential London services, specially curated each month by the editors of The London Magazine and including recommendations from some of prime London’s top property agents

Great for beginners and enthusiasts alike, tidal pools are unbeatable for safe and fun marine exploration

Childhood memories of her mum’s baking inspired Rebecca Honeywell-Ward to launch Honeywell Bakes, which makes giftworthy biscuits and baking kits with a sustainable focus. These fanciful creations are from her book, Planet Friendly Baking

For those who prefer not to follow the crowd, we reveal some of the best, but relatively undiscovered places to enjoy in the country’s chicest region

Beer comes in a bewilderment of varieties, produced on a giant scale or in tiny microbreweries. Such dominance isn’t bad for a drink supped for more than 10,000 years, writes Clare Hunt