A blooming lovely way to spend a day

Lorna Maybery picks 21 of the UK’s brightest and best sunflower fields to visit and enjoy

Mary Keen visits the organically run Chippy Flower Farm in Oxfordshire, set up five years ago and already a great success locally–especially its pick-your-own area

Scoop up armfuls of seasonal fruits, foliage and flowers – from your local farm shop or garden – to create colourful displays and toasty treats

REAL readers' gardens!

This month, try your hand at monoprinting in Cornwall, dress an autumnal table with a beautiful layered look and try out the perfect seasonal scent for the home

Every September, Heritage Open Days offers the chance to explore hundreds of gardens across England free of charge – from formal and botanical gardens to rooftop projects, secret courtyards and commun