Rebecca Bennett
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Inside Homes: Remenham Court – a landmark residence overlooking the Henley Royal Regatta
Overlooking the Henley Royal Regatta course, Remenham Court is a distinguished Grade II listed Thameside residence, combining elegant period architecture, grand reception rooms and beautifully landscaped grounds in one of Henley-on-Thames’ most iconic riverside settings.
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Inside Homes: Astley House – a Georgian landmark at the heart of Faringdon
A distinguished Grade II listed Georgian residence in the heart of Faringdon, Astley House occupies a landmark position overlooking the Market Place beside All Saints’ Church, reflecting centuries of civic and ecclesiastical history.
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Inside Homes: Kirtlington Park – A Palladian masterpiece in the Oxfordshire countryside
This Grade I listed home combines extraordinary classical interiors – including the 36-foot Saloon and celebrated Monkey Room – with refined modern restoration, offering a rare balance of historic grandeur, family living and exceptional entertaining space.
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Why every home needs giant garden games this summer and the ones worth considering
From giant tower games and oversized snakes and ladders to croquet, skittles and boules, discover giant garden games and classic lawn favourites helping families and friends make the most of summer outdoors.
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Inside Homes: Newington House – A 17th-century palazzetto in 43 acres of gardens and woodland
Newington House is a remarkable 17th-century Grade II* palazzetto set within 43 acres of gardens, parkland and water in unspoilt Oxfordshire. The estate combines historic architecture, multiple residences and extensive leisure and equestrian facilities, including woodland, paddocks, a lake and river frontage.
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Inside Homes: An Arts & Crafts house in a semi-rural setting minutes from the city centre
Discover this 1900s Arts & Crafts home in a secluded semi-rural setting just minutes from Oxford city centre, offering period character, privacy and a strong sense of place where architecture and landscape sit in quiet balance.
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May gardening guide: what to do in your garden this May
While spring may be in full swing in the gardening magazines, this concise guide tells you everything you need to know about what to do in your garden this May.
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Gardening events in Oxfordshire and beyond worth a visit this summer
From world-famous flower shows in London to village open gardens and specialist plant fairs across Oxfordshire, there’s plenty on offer in the gardening world.
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April gardening guide: what to do in your garden this April
In April, the weather remains unpredictable, and we can have anything from a heatwave to ground frosts in a matter of days. Gardening calendars are only a guide because so much depends on the weather.
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January gardening guide: what to do in your garden this January
January may be the quietest month in the garden, but there is still plenty to do. From protecting overwintering plants, pruning shrubs and trees, and forcing spring bulbs, to mulching borders, feeding birds, and enjoying winter colour, discover what to do in your garden this January.
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December gardening guide: what to do in your garden this December
December is a quieter month in the garden. But with frost-kissed borders, evergreen shrubs, and winter-flowering plants bringing life and colour, there’s still plenty to do.
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November gardening guide: what to do in your garden this November
The Autumn months are quiet in the garden and mostly a time to catch up, clear up and tackle the weeds. It is always lovely to get outside on milder days if perhaps, you’ve been shut indoors due to wet weather.
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October gardening guide: what to do in your garden this October
By October, the garden looks autumnal. And although the weather can be quite capricious – it’s an Indian summer one day and a frost the next – autumn is a good time for planting.
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September gardening guide: what to do in your garden this September
September may be the start of autumn, and we can see the garden slowing down. But there’s still plenty of late-flowering perennials, climbers and shrubs to keep the garden going.
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August gardening guide: what to do in your garden this August
Keep your garden thriving this August with our essential tips on planting, care, harvesting, and pest control — all in one handy guide.
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July gardening guide: what to do in your garden this July
The garden is in full swing, with many gardens at their peak, along with a vegetable plot that’s full of produce. It’s such a lovely time of the year in the garden, to enjoy the ‘fruits of your labour’.