From accusations of heresy to claims of moral corruption, discover the controversial books that outraged censors and captivated readers ...

Nestled in a leafy enclave in Montpelier, Bristol, Tristan Hogg’s family home is a testament to his love of upcycling and vintage interiors. The chef and co-founder of Pieminister was first drawn to ...

11th Modern Art & Design, Vintage Fashion & Textiles, The Cotswold Auction Company, Chapel Walk Saleroom, Chapel Walk, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 3DS. cotswoldauction.co.uk 11th-12th The ...

As maximalism returns, chintz is making a comeback! Here Rosanna Morris traces the fabric’s rich history and explores how you can use it in your own home... Swagged, draped or ruched, chintz has been ...

Belvoir Castle might have the appearance of an ancient castle, but it is in fact a mock castle, built on the site of a historic stately home. Its history dates back to the 11th century, but since 1067 ...

Think of a classic dolls’ house and you’ll probably picture a perfectly symmetrical building with soft red-brick walls, tall sash windows, detailing around the front door and a hipped roof with ...

Ancient Greek city states are thought to have had distinctly different approaches when it came to visitors announcing their arrival. While Spartans would advertise their presence at the door with a ...

Defined simply as a settee that seats two, but also known as a tête-à-tête, a causeuse, a confidante, a siamoise and a gossip couch, the form is common in many countries including Britain, France, and ...

Amongst the maze of principle rooms and attics at Weston Hall lay myriad untold stories, exquisite antiques and unique artworks. From fine art by European masters and Chinese ceramics, to clothes and ...

From Peter Rabbit and Jemima Puddleduck to Appley Dapply’s Nursery Rhymes, Beatrix Potter’s tales have been among children’s literary favourites for decades. Born Helen Beatrix Potter, the English ...

A skilfully painted nesting bird in jewel colours perches daintily on a tree, surrounded by dark purple bell-shaped flowers that glitter with inlaid mother-of-pearl shards. This beautiful design ...

In January a friend sent me an excited text having just discovered Nottingham’s ethereal Grade II*-listed Church Cemetery. Grade II*-listed Church Cemetery in Nottingham opened in 1856. - Heather ...