Warm evenings sat by the fire pit. (photo by Linda Hermans Photography) There is a particular kind of summer that belongs to the Welsh borders... It is found in the long grass at the edges of the lanes, in the sound of swallows overhead, in the quiet light that settles over the hills at the end of the day. It is slower here. Softer. The sort of place where you remember how good it feels to wake with the birds, open the door to the morning air and let the day unfold without to

Photograph by Emma Croman Eating & Drinking on the Welsh Borders A Hergest Lee field guide.... Food here is not something you organise in advance. It follows the shape of the day — the weather, the distance you’ve walked, how long you spent admiring a view. Meals tend to happen when they should, not when a booking says they must. Imagine setting out across a ridge, down a tree-lined path, through quiet fields, and eventually a light appears in a window. That’s the real reser

A gentle pilgrimage for objects with memory... I love antique shopping, but especially in Leominster. It’s not polished or overly curated — it’s slow, layered, and full of surprises. The kind of place where you wander without a plan, drift from shop to shop, and let the day unfold slowly. What I always notice is how calming it feels. You stop rushing. You start really looking — at the grain of wood, the worn edge of a bowl, the way something has clearly been used and loved. I

Set gently on the border of England and Wales, Presteigne is a town that reveals itself slowly. It’s a place of quiet beauty, creative spirit, and deep-rooted stories—a haven for those who seek star-lit skies, thoughtful food, wild landscapes, and art that feels personal. Here, life moves at a softer pace, inviting you to wander, linger, and truly arrive.

Walking the ancient pilgrim paths. Pilgrimage has deep roots in both Wales and Herefordshire, where ancient churches, holy wells, and...

Nestled in the folds of the Yorkshire Dales, lies Langcliffe Hall — a Jacobean gem that became the setting for one of the most quietly...

Layla in her beautiful garden. One of the things I love most — to photograph, to be around, to have in my home — is flowers. I’m...

Tucked away in a quiet Herefordshire workshop, Tinka Veldhuis carves out a life led by rhythm, ritual, and deep respect for natural...

Discover local tips for hay on Wye

Wild swimming spots on the England/Wales Borders

A short walk from us, hidden among the rugged limestone outcrops of Stanner Rocks in Radnorshire, a delicate and rare botanical treasure...

Many travelers drive along the A44 from Kington to Llandrindod. However, few realize they pass through one of the most significant...

When designing the lighting plan for our hideaways, one of our top priorities was incorporating various lighting elements to create an...

Jules Hogan Knitwear - Timeless knitwear to make a quiet statement.

Our journey with Nick Holmes began almost ten years ago when Nick and his wife, Helen, commissioned Paul to design and build a greenhouse...

Traditional French Chou Farci Recipe

Last week, my journey led me over the border into Herefordshire to speak with Elle Kemp the artist and interior designer behind Ridge &...

Talking to textile artist Katy Welsh in her home studio just outside Kington

The Willow Globe, an immersive outdoor theatre experience

Jeremy Atkinson is the last surviving clog maker in England. Based out of his workshop in Kington, he hand carves traditional wooden clogs.