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Gin cocktails recipes: 6 easy gin-based ideas ideal for Christmas Eve
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DIY Christmas decorations: 10 quick ideas for a homemade Christmas
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FREE Sophie Allport apron, teatowel and recipe book when you subscribe to PL
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30 Christmas dinner ideas for a festive feast like no other
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Enjoy traditional Family Christmas past-times with these Victorian parlour games
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Outdoor dining: 11 ideas for al fresco dining at home
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How to choose a colour scheme for your garden
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Conservatory ideas: 12 inspiring projects and expert planning advice
These conservatory ideas – together with our expert planning advice – will help you plan a beautiful addition to your home, adding space, light, and value
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Handmade kitchen ideas: 11 designs to inspire your project
There's nothing quite like a bespoke, handmade kitchen to ensure the individuality of your kitchen space. Be inspired by our pick of 11 gorgeous design ideas
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Georgian and Victorian kitchen inspiration: how to design and style yours
Whether humble and informal or elaborate with an air of grandeur, the best kitchens in Georgian and Victorian homes share key design elements that exude period charm
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Real garden: take a tour of this award winning garden
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Edwardian house: get to know your period home's beautiful design
Edwardian houses were a breath of fresh air compared to their Victorian predecessors, making them popular homes today. Discover key design elements and solve maintenance issues with expert advice
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Designing a farmhouse kitchen: 14 ideas that are brimming with character
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Victorian houses: get to know your period home's design
Victorian houses are a ubiquitous sight across UK towns and cities. Discover design influences, identify key architectural details, and solve maintenance issues with our expert guide
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Real home: this 1700s former laundry and dairy has had an award-winning transformation
Former winner of Period Living's home of the Year award, this beautiful family home was once a neglected outbuilding
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How to get your garden ready for spring
Get started on these jobs now to help your garden recover from the recent bad weather, and to make sure your blooms and branches look their best this year
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Could your home win you a prize worth more than £1,000?
Enter Period Living's Home and Garden of the Year Awards for your chance to win. Here's how...
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Patio doors: 10 room-brightening designs for period homes
Adding patio doors can totally transform your home and lifestyle, allowing you to enjoy more natural light in rooms, make the most of the garden and even extend your living space
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Vintage bedroom ideas: 13 retro looks for your boudoir
Be inspired by these vintage bedroom ideas, from classic cottage style to bold Mid-century modern schemes, and everything in between
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Reading nook ideas: 13 inspiring spots for book lovers
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How to fix guttering: clean and repair your house gutters
Learn how to fix guttering and drainpipes and keep your home in the best possible structural shape
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Real home: a Victorian country cottage with simple Scandi-style interiors
This pretty stone-built country cottage proved the perfect sanctuary from busy city living, and was the ideal place for Jessica and Jason Williams to enjoy a slower pace of life
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How to prune apple trees: and the right time of year to do it
If you have an apple tree in the garden but haven't got a clue what to do with it, follow this simple guide on winter pruning for a well-shaped , productive tree
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Roof insulation: your essential guide to insulating lofts and attic rooms
Improve your home's energy efficiency with roof insulation, whether simply rolling out insulation in the loft space, or creating a habitable room
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Floor insulation: how to make your home warmer by insulating old floors
Floor insulation is the best solution when boards or tiles are draughty, damp or cold to the touch. Find out how to make them warmer without damaging their integrity
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Insulation types: from sheep's wool to rigid board, which is right for your home?
Choosing between different home insulation types can be a minefield, but get it right and your reward will be a warmer home and lower energy bills. Discover which insulation material is best for your project with our essential guide
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Barn conversion ideas: 7 project to inspire yours
Do you love barn conversions as much as we do? Take a look at these stunning projects that are sure to inspire
By Holly Reaney •
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How to choose traditional windows for period homes
From sliding sashes to casement designs, traditional windows are integral to the character of an older property. We look at how to choose the best windows for a period home
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Real home: a renovated Victorian townhouse
Carla Isolano and Ben Lillywhite took on a tired and tatty turn-of-the-century townhouse, transforming it into a modern family home while preserving its period charm
By Annabelle Grundy •
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Traditional radiators: how to find the perfect design for your period home
There's nothing good about being cold, so we show you how to choose the perfect traditional radiator to keep your home warm and cosy
By Holly Reaney •
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Heating: the ultimate guide to central heating, boilers, radiators, stoves, fireplaces and underfloor heating
Get the lowdown on heating your home using central heating, stoves, fireplaces and other alternatives. It could keep you warmer and allow you to spend less
By Sarah Warwick •
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Auctions: how to buy everything from art to antiques
Find out the secrets of auctions from auctioneer Mark Gilding of Market Harborough
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