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Our top team of testers have visited key pampering locations around the British Isles and picked 10 of the very best spas for you – both for overnight breaks and day packages. Which will be your favourite?

Wellbeing guru Dr Michael Mosley said the most sustainable changes are the quick ones we can easily slot into our lives – and they come with big benefits

Facing certain disgrace, Lady Susan would be forced to take drastic measures

It’s time to declutter and deep-clean your home in time for the new season ahead. Just follow our easy steps

WHAT A TRULY charming coincidence! As we celebrate 140 years of The Lady, Tom Parker Bowles has obligingly produced a book of royal recipes (with anecdotes) covering much the same timespan. Like The L

Our latest fiction writing competition asked entrants to pen a love story, and we found find three romantic tales which we’re sure you’ll enjoy over the next few pages. Congratulations to Daniel Taylor with The Clockmaker’s Valentine , which you can read overleaf, along with two runners-up. Plus on page 58, find out details about our next themed short story competition...