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Bristol at Home Magazine Launches Across the City
The latest addition to the growing At Home Magazines family is now being delivered free to homes across Bristol.


Handmade Living, Inside & Out
From bespoke architectural interiors to handcrafted outdoor furniture, The BOX Furniture and Chunk Monkey create statement pieces that bring craftsmanship, character and durability to modern living. Handmade furniture from The BOX Furniture and Chunk Monkey Designed and handmade in South Wales, each project combines solid timber, precision steelwork and over 20 years of craftsmanship experience, creating furniture and interiors built not only to look exceptional, but to last


Two exciting new developments by Acorn Property Group
Peaceful and modern homes in South Wales with Acorn Property Group who showcase the very best of design-led living in South Wales. Hensol Grove, Vale of Glamorgan Hensol Grove, Vale of Glamorgan Set within the prestigious grounds of The Vale Resort and historic Hensol Castle, Hensol Grove is an exceptional collection of sustainable new 2 to 5-bedroom homes located in the sought-after Vale of Glamorgan. Prices from £665,000. The new homes combine luxury living with an outstand


Go on an alpaca adventure with Alpaca My Boots
Looking for a fun and unforgettable way to explore the Welsh countryside? Then it’s time to lace up your walking boots and meet your new furry trekking companion at Alpaca My Boots, a 90-minute alpaca adventure guaranteed to leave you smiling from ear to ear. Alpaca My Boots Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Bannau Brycheiniog, this unique experience combines stunning scenery, fresh mountain air and plenty of alpaca charm. Think rolling hills, sweeping green valleys an


The Bodyguard The Musical comes to Wales Millennium Centre this summer
This summer, The Bodyguard The Musical returns to Wales Millennium Centre for a limited run from 20–25 July 2026, bringing with it star casting, theatrical spectacle and the unmistakable legacy of one of cinema’s most beloved stories. The Bodyguard The Musical returns to Wales Millennium Centre Few stage musicals manage to combine blockbuster romance, edge-of-your-seat drama and a soundtrack packed with era-defining hits quite like The Bodyguard. A Hollywood story reimagined


Don't miss the Royal Welsh Show 2026
Get ready for one of the biggest and best events in the British agricultural calendar as the Royal Welsh Show makes its much-anticipated return to Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, from Monday 20th to Thursday 23rd July 2026. Royal Welsh Show 2026 Every summer, thousands of visitors head to the heart of Mid-Wales for four unforgettable days celebrating the very best of Welsh and British agriculture and 2026 promises to be bigger, brighter and more exciting than ever. From world-class


Comedian and writer Dawn French: ‘Getting older is on my mind’
At 68, she is tackling the subject of end-of-life decisions in her fifth novel. Dawn French’s latest novel deals with end-of-life decisions (Pål Hansen/PA) Comedian, actor and writer Dawn French is fervently aware that broaching the subject of end-of-life decisions in her latest novel is likely to cause controversy. The theme of having control over end-of-life decisions might not seem an instant holiday read from The Vicar Of Dibley star, but it forms the backdrop to her new


‘I felt blind rage’: Chris Packham on his earliest memory of eco-anxiety
The presenter and campaigner tells Eleanor Fleming how concern over the planet has impacted him and how nature aids his mental and physical wellbeing. Chris Packham has shared his earliest memory of eco-anxiety and how it affected him (Handout/PA) Wildlife TV presenter and campaigner Chris Packham’s earliest memory of eco-anxiety traces back to his early teens, when he felt “blind rage” for the first time. The now-65-year-old, who lives in the New Forest with his partner Char


A huge new wellness resort is coming to Manchester – here’s a peek inside the Bucharest version
As the first ‘Therme’ is being built in the UK, Claire Spreadbury finds out what to expect. Anyone for a dip? (Therme Manchester/PA) A wellbeing resort, which developers claim will be the ‘world’s largest’ of its kind, is set to open in Manchester in 2028. Building is underway at the 65,000 square-metre site for Theme Manchester – which will cost an estimated £500 million to complete. The spa and water park will include more than 20 saunas and almost two kilometres of water s


6 changes to make now to improve your sleep in warm weather
Simple adjustments can significantly reduce the impact of high temperatures on your sleep. Try to cool down your environment and your mind, advises the expert (Alamy/PA) As summer approaches, many of us look forward to longer days and warm evenings spent outdoors. But while rising temperatures are welcome during the day, they can become far less appealing at night when it’s time to sleep. If you’re concerned about how the warmer weather might affect your rest this summer, you


9 summer bedding sets for a peaceful night’s slumber
Embrace the warmer weather by styling up your scheme with dreamy duvet sets. By Sam Wylie-Harris. With a heatwave on the cards, time to refresh your bedding (Secret Linen Store/PA) With summer hotting up and promise of warmer weather, it only takes the first heatwave to put the focus on fresh bed linen – and making everything look and feel cool, crisp and charming. And whether you favour white, pastels, or feel fearless with colour by mixing and matching prints and florals, t


The 10 best finance apps to help you organise your money
Download some of these nifty apps to help you stay on top of your spending. Finance apps can help you sort out your finances and keep on track with savings goals (Alamy/PA) Feel like you’re floundering when it comes to keeping track of the money you have coming in and going out? As you’d imagine, there are more than a few apps out there designed to help you stay on top of your finances. So whether you’re struggling with budgeting, debt or splitting bills, an online organiser


Watering aids to help you through the drier months
Water butts, solar-powered irrigation and mists can all help. The Hozelock Solar Select automatic irrigation system is perfect for when you go away (Hozelock/PA) After an extremely dry spring in some parts, gardeners may now be heading for their hosepipes to try to keep their beloved flowering plants, fruit and vegetables happy. We may choose to plant drought-tolerant plants, although they are still likely to need watering-in until established, and use mulch to cover the grou


Comedian and TV presenter Tom Allen: Stand-up can still be very blokey
The quirky comedian talks about his love of suburbia, feeling old and a life of pottering. Tom Allen has embraced life in suburbia (Jiksaw/PA) He didn’t leave home until he was 37, but comedian and TV presenter Tom Allen says he has always felt older than his years. He admits that he likes nothing better than to be in his own suburban garden with his partner, Alfie Garston – his first boyfriend – and inviting celebrity guests to join him on his Pottering podcast. Sounds fairl


6 unexpected signs you’re dehydrated – and what to do about it
Dehydration can sometimes sneak up on you with some surprising symptoms. Make water a priority during the heatwave (Alamy/PA) As temperatures across the UK continue to climb to record highs, it’s important that staying hydrated doesn’t slip down the priority list. Dehydration is very common during heatwaves, and can range from mild to severe explains Dr Naveed Asif, GP at The London General Practice. “Most of us are probably mildly dehydrated the majority of the time and expe


Andrea McLean: Debt was ‘the toughest thing I’ve ever endured – and I’m a menopausal woman’
The former Loose Woman talks to Prudence Wade about her experiences with shame on the public stage. Andrea McLean’s latest book explores the different ways she’s experienced shame (Mark Harrison/PA) TV presenter Andrea McLean describes going into debt as a “whirling feeling of hopelessness and helplessness” – one she dealt with secretly for a long time. McLean left her 13 year stint on ITV’s Loose Women in 2020, going on to found a female personal growth business called This


A fairytale wedding at Hensol Castle for Leah & Matt
From the moment Leah and Matt set eyes on Hensol Castle they knew their wedding day was going to be something special. The vision blossomed into a beautiful summer celebration filled with love, laughter and meaningful personal touches. Leah and Matt wedding at Hensol Castle photos by One Vision Photography With family at the heart of everything, and even a business inspired by their beloved dog, this couple created a day that was uniquely theirs. Here, Leah shares the story b


John Cleese’s Fawlty Towers The Play at Wales Millennium Centre
Comedy fans are in for a treat when John Cleese’s Fawlty Towers – The Play checks in for a laugh-out-loud stay at Wales Millennium Centre. John Cleese’s Fawlty Towers – The Play is heading to Wales Millennium Centre Nearly 50 years after it first burst onto television screens, one of Britain’s most beloved sitcoms is back, this time live on stage. John Cleese’s Fawlty Towers – The Play is heading to Wales Millennium Centre from 23–27 June 2026, bringing timeless comedy, unfo


Visit the Portmeirion Festival 2026
Tucked away on a private peninsula in North Wales, Portmeirion is a place where imagination and landscape blend seamlessly. In 2026, this iconic destination celebrates a remarkable milestone with the Gŵyl Portmeirion Festival, marking 100 years since it first opened its gates. The Portmeirion Festival 2026 Few places in Wales capture the imagination quite like Portmeirion. Perched on a stunning peninsula overlooking the shimmering Dwyryd Estuary, this extraordinary Italianate


Hay Festival 2026: The Must-Visit Cultural Event of the Year
The world-renowned Hay Festival returns to Hay-on-Wye from 21–31 May 2026, with eleven unforgettable days of ideas, stories and inspiration. Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, visitors can dive into a vibrant programme packed with thought-provoking talks, live performances and cultural experiences. Hay Festival 2026 Writers, readers, thinkers and dreamers gather once more at Hay Festival on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog National
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