Weaving a tail

Corn-dolly crafter Colette Hughes describes the bleak situations our ancestors faced. “Imagine,” she says. “It’s winter and your family is hungry and cold. It gets dark early, fresh food is in short s

Exhibition: Family Treasures at Blenheim Palace The seat ...

For half a century, Beckford Silk has supplied remarkable textiles to customers ranging from Westminster Abbey to Strictly Come Dancing . Ben Lerwill discovers what makes its wares materially different

A new generation of master furniture makers blend heritage and high-tech techniques to keep Britain’s woodworking legacy alive. We joined them at the royal residence

Haines Curates

A small cottage by the sea became fashion creative Colin Naylor’s colourful passion project, in which his renovation celebrates enduring craftsmanship in all its guises