Artist and designer Luke Edward Hall explains why the Cotswolds is an area that holds a special place in his heart

I’m sceptical about news stories you sometimes read of big black cats roaming the countryside. I was, however, tempted to don my boots for a hike I found on the internet titled In the Footsteps of the

Part of a cluster of cottages in Shropshire, just seconds from the Welsh border is Marrington Escapes -an ideal base for long leafy walks and cosy pub visits

■ Distance: 9½ miles/15.3km ■ Time: 4½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate

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