In the September issue of The Lady… • The TV presenter, Clare Balding  tells us about her latest book and her lifelong love of animals • The writer Patrice Chaplin recalls her youthful adventures • Part two of The Island a short story by Kate Glanville  • Hedgerow Harvest - Blackberries are one of the delights of September  • Lucy Bowden wants more women to share her love of fishing  • Why two gardens inspired Ciar Byrne to write a mystery novel • Delicious recipes that are fun to cook with your partner or a friend • Destinations at home and abroad for an early autumnal holiday • Our complete guide to living with dementia • Why legacies are vital for all sorts of charities  • Read our Antiques Special to make the most of your hidden treasures PLUS competitions!  Win, a two-night stay in glorious Cornwall and a chance to win a luxury overnight stay on the Jurassic Coast