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10 traditional Victorian puddings everyone has to try
Think you've got a sweet tooth? It's nothing compared to the Victorians, who introduced most of the puddings we consider to be British staples today – and we love them. Here are 10 traditional Victorian puddings to try
By Jacob Ingram •
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10 signs you're an afternoon tea connoisseur
Afternoon tea, that very British favourite, gives rise to all sorts of tricky decisions
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Listed buildings: an essential guide
Treasures of Britain's architectural landscape, listed properties are both a joy and responsibility to own. Discover what's really involved in caring for and improving a home with special status
By Roger Hunt •
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8 quintessentially British homes
A home with character tops the wishlist of most house-hunters. Here are eight examples of the most desirable property styles in the UK
By Lindsey Davis •
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A guide to regional house styles
Clive Fewins takes an architectural tour of the traditional building styles across Britain, and advises on restoring such idiosyncratic homes
By Claire Masset •
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Stoneywell Cottage: historic house tour
Designed by leading Arts and Crafts architect Ernest Gimson in 1898 as a rural escape for his brother, Sydney, the house is a wonderfully preserved example of the movement’s ideals
By Rachel Crow •
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15 wonderful Georgian homes
If you're lucky enough to live in a Georgian property and are seeking interiors inspiration, or simply enjoy nosing around beautiful homes, take a look at our selection of Georgian houses
By Jacob Ingram •
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12 common figures of speech that you never knew the meanings of
Why do we say that? Some of our best-known figures of speech (and some of the lesser known ones) are worth a few words themselves
By Karen Darlow •