Ruins shaped by power and betrayal

When friends who recently moved to west Devon invited us to see their new home, we decided to combine the visit with a brief autumn tour of the area, so we could explore the beautiful landscapes of Da

Wharram Percy is one of the best-preserved of Britain’s deserted settlements – yet, even after decades of academic study, it still feels like a hidden secret. First you must descend an ancient track d

Local stone, acres of glass and Japanese blackened timber have transformed a traditional 19th-century home on the Isle of Purbeck into a smart and stylish family home

I have a romantic view of Dorset. It comes from reading Famous Five books as a child and memories of family camping trips near Durdle Door. Vague recollections of waterside fish and chips in Wareham,

Barnard Castle is famous for its stunning castle ruins towering over the beautiful River Tees. In recent times, though – during the pandemic – this charming market town became far more widely known as

These four glorious properties need only a modicum of tender loving care and offer great rewards to the far-sighted