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Awarm glow

As the nights draw in, set the mood for co sy evenings on the sofa with a stylish table lamp , from ornate metallics to brig ht ceramic designs

Cosy COUNTRY

Complement the character of rural period homes with warm, welcoming interiors that celebrate nature and artisan craft. Think folksy prints, furniture made from natural materials and layered textiles bound by a mellow autumn palette

The art of colour

Katie McLean, director of marketing at Crown Paints, shares the inspiration behind its new Crafted range

Turning time

Following in the footsteps of generations of skilled potters that have gone before them, Matt Grimmitt and Joseph Fuller are continuing the important legacy of Winchcombe Pottery

Scenes from Chatsworth

This stately home has a remarkable history, which is the focus of a new book. We find out about the house’s evolution, and how the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire have made their mark

A piece of history

Take your first foray into the world of antiques with Windsor House Antiques’ Choice collection

Antiques Journal

News from the antiques and vintage world, from fairs to collectors’ stories

ANTIQUE SHEEP FIGURINES

What I collect For many years I have

ANTIQUE STORAGE BOXES AND CHESTS

In the Middle Ages dower chests were used

Illuminating presence

Antiques Roadshow specialist Marc Allum shines the spotlight on the history of chandeliers and their decorative potential

Shades of the season

As the leaves turn from verdant green to rich russets and golden tones, take in the beauty of the natural world at one of Britain’s great arboretums

LADY CATHERINE DE BOURGH’S CAR AWAY AND R A ISIN BR EAK FA ST BREAD

While for most ordinary men and women in

PEMBER LEY CHESTNUT SOUP

The gentry in the Regency period ate

CAPTAIN FREDERICK WENTWORTH’S SHIP’S BISCUIT

These seeded oat crackers are the perfect vehicle

MR WOODHOUSE’S ‘ALL-A PPLE’ TA RTS

Using store-bought puff pastry, these look super impressive

CHAWTON COTTAGE PLUM PUDDING

As nights draw in, we yearn for warm,

HOME & GARDEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Meet the winners OF OUR 2021

HEART & SOUL

Jane Munro’s renovated Georgian townhouse resonates with her personality and an eclectic mix of her antique finds

URBAN RETREAT

Drawn to its Victorian grandeur and central location, Gail and Philip Smith found the perfect bolthole in this mansion flat, and have reinstated its period elegance with an eclectic mix of rich colours and plush textures

GOTHIC REVIVAL

Peter and Mary Barnes have brought their family home back to life with sensitive updates, new additions, cherished antiques and some well-honed upcycling skills

AT HOME W ITH HISTORY

Over the last three decades, Carla and Leo Pars have combined their many talents to renovate a medieval French château on a DIY basis – creating a uniquely atmospheric interior that respects the property’s heritage

House Journal

Discover the latest products to improve your period home and pick up top tips from industry experts

Vanity fair

Elevate your bathroom with an elegant vanity unit or washstand

By the fireside

Draw on centuries of warm welcomes by creating or reinstating an inviting fireplace in your home

Warm underfoot

Is underfloor heating right for your home? From installation and running costs to compatible flooring options, our guide answers your key questions

Project Journal

Be inspired by this stunning DIY home renovation project

EXTERIOR FINISHES

In the last of his series examining key architectural features, conservation expert Lee Bilson looks at the makeup of our homes’ characterful façades

HOME MAINTENANCE Electrics

It is common for the electrical installation in old houses to be in need of updating and maintenance, so ensure yours is checked and safe

garden journal

As the garden slowly goes to sleep, harvest the first winter crops, before turning your attention to houseplants

Suspended animation

Discover how easy and cost-effective it is to plant many varieties of bare-root trees, shrubs, roses, perennials and more at this time of year, and awaken their sleeping potential

Pippa’s PLOT

Pippa Blenkinsop, a budding flower grower and Period Living’s Style Editor, shares her experience of creating a rose garden on her village allotment

By Royal Appointment

When King Edward VII went shopping, he did so in style, at the iconic jeweller Fabergé’s store in Dover Street, Mayfair, no less. A new exhibition looks at the Russian brand’s links with London