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...

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

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

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.

Deeply embedded in the history and culture of Radnorshire, the Thomas Shop is a unique blend of the old and the new. The shop dates back...