7th September 2016
Nederburg Wines: A taste of Africa on the north Devon coast
In 1791 Philippus Wolvaart, a farmer of Dutch descent, purchased a farm in Stellenbosch and named his new homestead ‘Nederburg’. Two centuries later, and the homestead that Wolvaart built remains at the heart of this great estate, and the wines that are being produced are perhaps the most recognisable in South Africa.
Autumn 2016
The beauty parade
Architecture and setting may not be the most important things to look for in a school, but no one can deny the power of a beautiful working environment to inspire and cheer. Here, Geoff Heath-Taylor assembles 16 of the finest-looking schools to grace our land
Autumn 2016
Carry on camping
Going back to school for the holidays? It’s much more exciting than it sounds. Geoff Heath-Taylor explores the summer camps and activities that children (and adults) can’t wait to sign up for
8th June 2016
Nine at 90
In the 90 years since The Queen was born, the world has undergone immense change, but Her Majesty has remained constant–as has Country Life, being published weekly throughout. Here, Geoff Heath-Taylor takes a look at properties that have been advertised in this magazine, one for each decade of Her Majesty’s life.
20th April 2016
Modern masterpieces
New country houses that successfully depart from a recognised vernacular are a tough challenge for even the most accomplished architect. Geoff Heath-Taylor assembles some award-winning examples built over the past five years
30th November 2015
Timeless elegance
The new-build country or town house needs real character to stand the test of time. Geoff Heath-Taylor takes a look at houses built after 2000 that showcase the best of British domestic architecture
17th November 2015
The finest whisky cocktails
With the days getting chillier and the nights getting longer, nothing beats a wee dram of whisky to warm the heart and fire the soul. Geoff Heath-Taylor looks some great ways to enjoy the golden nectar this autumn.
21st October 2015
Yo Ho and up she rises!
With remarkable serendipity, as the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Agincourt approaches the second of Henry V’s four ‘great ships’ has been discovered buried deep in the mud of the River Hamble in Hampshire.
7th October 2015
Book Review: The Fisherman by Chigozie Obioma
Narrated by nine-year-old Benjamin, this debut novel charts the heartbreaking decline of a post- Colonial Nigerian family. A patri- archal father, whose ambition for his four sons plays on the time- less theme of hubris, makes way for the tragedies that follow.
Autumn 2015
Extracurricular activities
The latest news from schools around the country, compiled by Geoff Heath-Taylor
5th August 2015
The best exhibitions to visit this August
Geoff Heath-Taylor suggests the best exhibitions across the UK to visit this month.
29th July 2015
Sculpture: Susan Bacon at Shakespeare’s Globe
A series of bronze sculptures by Susan Bacon captures some of the most evocative moments in theatrical history, discovers Geoff Heath-Taylor.
27th May 2015
Bring back Oak Apple Day
A 17th-century holiday to mark the restoration of the monarchy might no longer be widely celebrated, but it should be, urges Geoff Heath-Taylor
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