The Art of Good Living

Set against the rolling landscape of the South East, this remarkable home blurs the line between private residence and public gallery. Driven by a passion for contemporary art and a desire to bring inspiring work beyond the confines of the...

Letting the House Lead

Hidden within its own private grounds on the historic Highfields Estate, Blackham Court Farmhouse offers a serene escape, enveloped by the beauty and tranquillity of the Sussex countryside For a few years now, there has been a quiet shift in...

Mega Mexican beef tacos

1. Dice the bell pepper and onion into 1cm pieces. Sweat in a tablespoon of oil over medium heat until the onion turns translucent, then remove from the pan. 2. Add a little more oil to the pan and turn...

Soft boiled egg, blue cheese & walnut salad

Arrange the salad leaves on a pretty plate. Add the avocado, eggs, walnuts and bite-size cubes of blue cheese before drizzling generously with Benenden Sauce. You can buy Benenden Sauce in shops and farmshops and online at harringtonfoods.co.uk

Lemon pepper Parmesan fries

1. Cut potatoes into chips. 2. Soak in ice water to remove starch, then drain. 3. Toss in a bowl with the olive oil and Dust Bros Lemon Herbet 4. Air fry 20 mins at 180° 5. Tip into a...

Small changes big results

Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach Charlotte Lau explains how to build your autumn resilience October is when autumn really begins to settle in. The days are shorter, temperatures drop, and our routines naturally start to move indoors. It can be tempting to...

Straight to the core

Sarah Maxwell explains there’s so much more to your core than just your abs Many years ago, I was asked to work with a well-known gym chain to update its studio class programme. It sounded simple enough but, in reality, I...

Season of change

Jo Arnell explains how to recover from this summer, have a tidy up and make next year’s gardening easier with her tips for an autumn garden reset Autumn’s arrival always feels more like the start of things than an ending...

University Challenge

Does the idea of helping your youngster with their university options feel a bit much? Here, Emily Pavey gives a few pointers Let’s be honest, my only qualification for giving my two penneth is that I’m mum to two boys...

Mind the Message

Former head teacher Mike Piercy explains how to communicate effectively with your child’s school without taking offence I was horrified to hear from my son that he’d been told off by an angry Mr X for having his shirt untucked....

Meet the Head

We enjoyed learning about the SEND education provided by West Heath School, from School Principal, Photini Bohacek Tell us about West Heath School and what makes it unique among SEND schools?West Heath School supports young people with a range of...

The News

Read all about it! Here’s the latest in education from across the area Keep Up Claremont International Football Academy relaunches this September. This is one of the most established football academies in the UK, where young footballers aged 7-18 receive...

Meet the Head

Allow us to introduce Mr Henry Warner, the new Headmaster of St George’s College Weybridge You’re beginning your first term as Headmaster this September after working at St. George’s for a number of years. Describe your role and experiences of...

Old School & New School

Education sits between the wisdom of the past and the beckoning technologies of the future. We speak to two school about the importance of both aspects Hands-on experience In an age of instant results and ever-evolving technology, there is something...

Striking a Balance

Millfield Prep School – known for its sporting achievements – tells us how its pupils get to discover their sporting interests while also building  academic strengths Millfield Prep School has the unique ability to operate individual sporting programmes for children...

A day in the life

Mrs Sarah Raja takes us through a typical day as Headmistress at Rowan Preparatory School Like many families, my mornings are pretty busy. My husband and I both work in schools, so there’s the usual rush to get ourselves out...

Great Expectations

We find out how schools help young people reach their full potential – enriching their academic minds alongside their compassionate hearts and artistic souls  At The King’s School Canterbury... Helping every pupil discover their strengths and fulfil their potential is...

Getting Out More

We find out how local schools are creatingnew ways to get kids breathing fresh air and experiencing nature Investing in outdoor spaces at... Hazelwood In an age of children spending increasing amounts of time indoors, the value of outdoor learning...

Collected at the Oast

Room by room, year by year, artist Sarah Featherstone and her family have poured their creativity into the renovation of a large oast, transforming it not only into a family home, but a wonderful venue in which to display Sarah’s...

Finally Home

With a refined eye for art and furniture, journalist Patrick McAleenan has spent the last few years curating the interior of his St Leonards home with carefully chosen pieces, prompting his latest venture, South Coast Stories, a PR platform for...

Live long, and well

Sarah Maxwell explores the simple exercise habits that can help you live longer, stay stronger and feel better for years to come When my grandmother, Ethel, turned 90, some of my relatives suggested that the little birthday party I was organising...

Small changes big results

Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach Charlotte Lau explores the benefits of creating an autumn reset September often brings a natural shift in rhythm; lighter mornings give way to cooler days, summer holidays come to an end, and everyday routines begin to settle...

Sow Natural

Let your plants do some of the hard work for you, with Jo Arnell’s recommendations for fuss-free, easy self-seeders I spent a fair amount of time sowing and growing earlier this year sprinkling seeds into trays of compost, nurturing little plants,...

Made to Last

Returning to the UK after a work stint in Dubai, Tracey and her family happened upon a house the likes of which they had never imagined living in before. Five years on, they still relish its clean lines, large windows...

Pretty much perfick

Garden designer Agnieszka Gebka found a horticulturist’s haven when she and her family relocated from Wimbledon to Sevenoaks and a former gardener’s cottage on the edge of a large country estate, a space that has allowed her to pursue her...

Peach & pistachio cake

1. Preheat oven to 160°C (fan), gas 4. Grease and line 2 x 8-inch (20cm) sandwich tins. 2. Cream butter and sugar until very light and fluffy. Beat in 3 of the eggs carefully, beating in between each egg to...

Beetroot & feta salad

Prepare the dressing in a jug or jar – I tend to put the ingredients in a jar, screw the lid on and shake. Place all the salad ingredients in a bowl, add the dressing and combine. Serve with bread...

Grilled mackerel with roasted vegetables

1. Pre-heat the oven to 180°C (gas 6). Place the washed and prepared vegetables in a baking tray, drizzle on the olive oil and scatter oregano. Mix to coat the vegetables in oil and herbs and roast in the oven...

Panzanella

1. Pre-heat the oven to 180°C (gas 6). Roughly chop the tomatoes into fairly large chunks, approx 2x3cm. Place in a bowl and sprinkle with sea salt. Leave to one side for as long as it takes to prepare the...

Confidence booster

Sarah Maxwell focuses in on developing upper body strength As the layers come off, our arms get a little more attention. But upper-body strength is about more than appearance: it is great for posture, joint health and injury prevention.  Let’s...

Summertime and the growing is easy

Jo Arnell explains it’s never too late to get growing vegetables this August as long as your choice are suitably savvy So here we are then, in August, when the vegetable garden is all languid abundance and harvest home (see...

In the Face of Change

Former head teacher Mike Piercy investigates the transformative effects that tackling challenges and facing failure can have during a child’s education We see many interesting examples of leadership in the media and in everyday life. Isn’t interesting such a versatile...

Love where you live

Careful to inject plenty of each homeowner’s personality into every project, interior designer Jenny Branson’s gentle and measured approach has won her many clients who adore her use of colour, pattern and mood-lifting design  There is something instantly connecting when...

Design Partnership

A family home has been reconfigured for modern living with the help of an expert team of designer, builders and architects who have managed to bring a little South African al fresco living to the heart of Reigate  There’s a...

Fit & Strong

Sarah Maxwell explains how maintaining strength impacts positively on long-term health Strength training is one of the best things you can do for your long-term health, no matter your age or fitness level. It builds muscle and strength, but its...

Fill Your Pots!

Ensure your summer containers are built to last with Jo Arnell’s expert advice If you need some colour, some interest and visual appeal – or just a quick fix for the garden this summer – container plants are hard to...

Farm Fables

Jane Howard bids a fond farewell as she moves onto pastures new to pursue another venture The end of an era! Having enjoyed every moment, for the past ten years, of filling this back page with fables and foibles from...

Dementia Awareness Experience

:: SPONSORED CONTENT :: Halden Heights Nursing Home Hosts a Dementia Awareness Experience in High Halden Halden Heights Nursing Home in High Halden, near Ashford, recently welcomed the Virtual Dementia Tour, facilitated by The Dementia Experience, to help carers and family members gain a...

A House With Purpose

Charity founder Katie Dockery’s incredible home, designed by Richard Hawkes on the site of a former Qatari prime minister’s stud farm, has allowed her to create a safe and welcoming countryside retreat where she and her team tap into the...

Colour Care

Award-winning architect Patty Leo embarked on a joyfully creative project to remodel a mid-terrace Victorian property for a mother and daughter, transforming it from cramped and awkward to spacious and expressive  We all love colour but at home most of...

Caramelised onion, bean & broccoli gratin with Alsop & Walker Smoked Mayfield Cheese

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Warm the oil and melt the butter in a medium-sized sauce pan. Add the onion and season with salt and pepper, and add the sugar. Cook for a few minutes allowing to gently brown...

Chicken, mushroom & leek soup with orzo

1. Heat some olive oil in a large-ish saucepan. Add the onion, season with a little salt and cook slowly for a few minutes. When softened, add the leek, carrot and garlic. Cook very slowly for about 10 minutes, stirring...

Warm squash & mushroom salad with Alsop & Walker Ewe Eat Me Cheese and caramelised nuts 

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C 2. Lay out the squash on an olive oil lined baking tray, mix to ensure all the squash is oiled and then season. Cook for 30-40 mins. Allow to cool a little, but keep...

Fruity nutty biscotti 

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C, and line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper. 2. Mix all the ingredients apart from the egg and milk together. 3. Whisk the milk with the egg and put into the dry ingredients....

At a stretch

Sarah Maxwell gets to grips with resistance bands Using resistance bands for workouts has become increasingly popular among fitness enthusiasts, and it’s easy to see why. One of the standout features of resistance bands is that they are lightweight and...

Bug–U–Like

Jo Arnell explores the fascinating and hugely beneficial world of our garden insects   I love a bug, and am beginning to learn that they all have a role and a place, despite the fact that the main job for...

Farm Fables

Jane chats through the constant ups and downs of being a livestock farmer  I’ve just sent some yearling cattle to a Store Sale in Hailsham market which means they will be bought to grow all summer and then be fattened...

Meet the Head

Christine Cunniffe, School Principal at LVS Ascot discusses her passion for inclusive education Tell us about LVS Ascot and why parents choose it for their youngsters. At LVS Ascot, we have a strong belief that every child can succeed. Our...