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in short supt ly, while I’ve bec able to devote more hx urs to gardeni and other hobbies this year, my home-imp roverment activities are lagging wo efully behind. I can blame “ lockdown for not getting round to the utility room extension I’ve been planning, but what about all those smaller jobs that have been niggling away on my to-do list since January? The shelving I’ve been meaning to fit in the living room alcove; the plasterwork that needs repairing on the upstairs landing... I simply can’t find the time. My husband and I often joke that our home-improvement projects happen in fits and starts. We can spend embarrassingly long stretches living in half-finished rooms, and pushing back our timetable on new projects. But then suddenly the desire to get the job done will overwhelm us, and we spend every waking moment decorating two rooms in quick succession. Don’t for a second imagine that when procrastination strikes it’s through a lack of interest on the contrary I am home-obsessed. that’s the I want to achieve too much and have unrealistic standards. Perhaps problem I will spend months ruminating on a design or technique, and not enough time just getting on with it. I’m not sure that a house is ever truly ‘finished’ - plans constantly evolve along with our circumstances and tastes, then wear and tear takes its toll (and you get to start all over again!). But I suspect the secret to coming close to that elusive end point is to focus on the things that really matter and will enhance the way you live in your home. Every month, the properties featured in Period Living show you how to do just that, and I believe there is no better inspiration. It’s fascinating to read about the challenges homeowners overcame in pursuit of their dream, so this issue we are starting a new Project Journal series (page 106), where we discover stories from readers in the midst of renovations. If that doesn’t spur you (and me) into action, then I don’t know what will. Enjoy the issue!

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Echoes of the past

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Buying back a historic family home, Satu and I/kka have been inspired by its fascinating story

74, Divine inspiration

Discover the latest antiques trends and hear collectors’ stories

Marc Allum looks at the history of cast iron and the legacy left by Coalbrookdale

Pippa Mundy’s creative approach to renovating led to a home bursting with personality

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Armchairs Our pick of the most stylish designs to curl up in

We round up the latest interiors offerings and news

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We explore the rich history of Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Food journal

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GETTING THE PL TREATMENT Eight years ago, I made the decision to downsize into a 1960s house and have been

busy transforming the bland rooms with cottage-style decor. From the wallpaper to furniture and lighting, Period Living has been a constant source of inspiration. My garden also received the PL treatment when I transformed an abandoned old wooden gate into the perfect entrance (above), after seeing something similar in the magazine. Thank you so much for inspiring my home designs. Beverley Holland

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recently subscribed to PL and was captivated by the house portrait competition. It inspired me to pick up the watercolours and get my brushes out, something I haven’t done for 14 years. This is my first painting of my parents’ home (above) and I have continued painting different houses for my friends, giving them as gifts. It has been a brilliant escape during lockdown. Samantha Fairbairn I

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MAKE TIME TO MAKE Looking to tap into your creativity and boost your wellbeing? In a mission to get more of us making, West Dean College of Arts & Conservation has launched a programme of 300 short courses, including over 60 new crafts to try. Alongside traditional courses in pottery, basketry and woodworking, budding creatives can now sample skills including Traditional Shibori Textile, a resist textile dying technique practiced in Japan for over 1,500 years, or get graphic with an Introduction to Letterpress. Plus, look out for new eco courses, from sustainable weaving to sculpting with scrap metal. Courses start at 128, book online at westdean.org.uk.

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Argos has unveiled its autumn interiors collections, and we think this colourful folk look is perfect for period homes, with its twist on country style. Think timeless checks and Shaker-style wooden furniture teamed with diverse patterns, from Arts and Crafts papers to geometric rugs, accessorised with quirky animal lamps, and vibrant cushions and pendants. Prices range from 14 foran Estuary basket to 380 for the Argyll fabric high-back chair.

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DESIGN DUO Inspired by a shared love of pattern and vibrant colour, lighting brand Pooky has teamed up with awardwinning British designer Matthew Williamson to create a new collection of decorative lampshades. Drawing on diverse aesthetic influences, the playful cotton designs — Palm Print, Ikat, Leopard Love and Floral Paisley — come in a total of 11 colourways and in a full range of sizes to complement Pooky’s stylish wall and base lamps. Perfect for creating your own unique combinations.

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Clockwise from top /eft: Herbaceous Border in Soft Raspberry; Floral stripe in Pigeon/Soft

Why did you decide to focus on flowers? Florals are very nostalgic for me. These recent months have allowed time to reflect on the past;

have formative memories of winning a tiny garden shell for my pressed wildflower collection, at the age of eight. Studying closely the beautiful shapes of flowers and leaves has stayed with me and is expressed in my new designs. As a child I would holiday at my granny’s house in Ireland every year and I clearly remember her bedroom with its chintz curtains. Large floral prints seem to be the mainstay of romantic drawing rooms from a bygone era through to the modern spare room, especially in pinks, greens and peachy colours; I wanted to take this idea and move it ona little. I

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It’s constantly evolving, there’s no fixed vision of what the prints are going to end up like. All knew is that wanted to create a floral collection that I

captured the idea of the old quintessential drawing room. I was also keen to create a scaled-up print that could be used in larger rooms; one that would not be too busy hung as curtains at big windows. Having a multicoloured design was important too; they are really helpful as they give you so many decorating options. Tell us about the creative process

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Tactually worked on the designs over winter and managed to get all the fabrics printed before lockdown. It’s a better time to focus in winter; the shapes of flowers never really leave me. Drawing flowers is straightforward, but creating the prints is the tricky bit. After I draw the flowers I scan them in and then there’s a lot of playing around with my colleague Laura to get the patterns. For Herbaceous Border we actually decided to handcarve all of the flowers in lino and then print them; this gave the forms extra depth, imparting special marks. The shapes were then scanned in, manipulated and transferred onto silk screens for printing. What tips do you have for decorating with the fabrics? Many of our customers are very crafty so we styled a photo shoot (above) to include lots of inspiration. Mixing cushions in a range of sizes and with different trims and edges will make rooms look less formulaic.

The pelmet is coming back, too, along with scalloped edges, which very much fits with the nostalgic drawing room roots of the Botanical collection. Fallow Deer, which I drew in India nine years ago, is a good fabric for bringing life to a plain footstool. Period Living 15

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British artist Mary Delany was celebrated for her exquisite, botanically acc rate depictions of flowers assembled! from cut coloured paper, a technique she c: illed ‘paper mosiack’. Created when she was in 1er seventies, Delany’s stunning collection of 3 18 collages, which are so detailed they are easil mistaken for paintings, were donated to The Bri ‘ish Museum in 1887 and are now the focus of a striking new homeware range from the useum and H&M Home. The seven-piece c sllection, from cushions to candles, is co vered in Delany’s romantic artworks. , with prices ranging from 1. 9 to 29.99,

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A SLICE OF PARADISE Bring the magic of Indonesia's exotic flora and fauna into your home with the new collection of handpainted, handcrafted furniture and collectibles by Mary Justice Thomasson, founder of Bali-based Mary Justice Designs. Described by Mary as a fusion of fine art and furniture, the pieces include tilt-top tables, butler (and nest) trays and lazy Susans, all painstakingly handcrafted and painted by acclaimed local artists using the traditional gesso technique. Depicting whimsical scenes of exuberant birds of paradise to endangered clouded leopards lounging in luscious jungles, the pieces, from 540, would make beautiful heirlooms to pass down the generations.

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new collection. Perfect for period homes, the Paradise Restored papers are inspired by delicate fragments found in historic properties across the UK. Choose from Swakeley’s Chinoiserie, 45 per m, salvaged from London’s 18th-century Swakeley House, to the early 20th-century Bird & Blossom, 146 per roll, recreated from an original design found at Cardigan Castle.

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straightforward and the couple struggled with various permutations, before hitting on a neat solution. ‘There was a little flight of steps up from the kitchen onto a half-landing with a utility room,’ says Jo. ‘John realised that space could be accessed with a few steps down from the master bedroom instead, and it could become my en-suite bathroom, which made all the difference.’ Having renovated before, Jo and John already knew skilled local builder Tony Sunter, and asked him to work on an intensive five-month programme of renovation, remodelling and redecoration. False ceilings were taken down and replaced, raising the room heights and exposing beams in the living room and master bedroom. Victorian panelled doors were changed for traditional ledged oak doors with cast-iron latches. The wooden floor in the kitchen was painstakingly restored but when the living room carpets were lifted, the boards underneath were too worn to be saved. ‘We needed a new floor there, but we salvaged as much as we could of the old one, and reused it in the en-suite bathroom,’ says Jo. Jo’s guiding principle in redesigning the interior was to complement the property’s spectacular location and outlook. As well as maximising light and focusing on the panoramic views from each bay window, she grasped the opportunity to use a much-loved classic style. ‘I wanted a natural, organic-feeling interior, to reflect the landscape,’ she says. ‘I’ve always adored the flowing lines of Arts and Crafts designs so it just had to be William Morris’ flowers, leaves and birds.’ Morris’ colourful, intricate fabric and wallpaper designs form key features in all the main rooms, highlighting the kitchen’s soft reds and greens, and adding colour and detail to the living room and guest bedroom. In several instances, including in the master bedroom, two or even three contrasting patterns come together, creating a bold and sumptuous effect. ‘I’m happy to have as much Morris as possible, and I think the patterns sit well with each other, because the beautiful colours and natural motifs connect them,’ says Jo. The elaborate designs form the backdrop for the couple’s furniture, almost all of which was brought from their previous home. Sourced over many years, from antiques fairs, secondhand shops, Ebay and the high street, their pieces sit as comfortably in their new surroundings as Jo anticipated. ‘This house has quickly become our home, and I’m so pleased with the way Morris has brought the inside and outside together,’ she says. ‘Everyone who comes here just says, “Wow!” ®

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Above: Parts of Jo’s home date back to the 1600s, with Victorian additions Left: The boxed-in staircase has been opened up, and tongue-and-groove panelling fitted at the back, making an ideal space for an old bookcase, used as a shoe rack. The wooden staircase has been updated with Farrow & Ball’s New White, and the

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fulliength curtains are in Morris & Co’s Pure Bachelors Button, a contemporary reworking of a classic Morris design Above, far right: The guest room bed was a secondhand find. Jo updated and refreshed the headboard with new lambswool fabric, from Moon. The back wall is painted in Farrow & Ball’s Ball Green, which works well with the Morris & Co Strawberry Thief wallpaper and cushion Right: Working with the en suite’s limited space, Jo opted fora freestanding Bathstore bath and Soak shower enclosure. Rather than tiles, she chose tongue-andgroove panelling in Farrow & Ball’s warm Sulking Room Pink

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Owners Sarah Colgan live: here with her husband and three children, Catherine, 21, Alice, 16, and Patrick, 13. They have three ponies, Loki, Sinderella and Chance, two cats, Jess and Lucky, and Cheepy the Hen Property A 19th-century farmhouse in Somerset, with six bedrooms What they did Sarah and her husband renovated the roof, electrics, plumbing, flooring, windows and doors. They reconfigured the layout to include a new entrance porch and hall, and extended the kitchen, snug, three bathrooms cloakroom 4

Above: Sarah first came across the farmhouse when she was scouting out new bridle paths for the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ponies. She fell in love with the house and its idyllic woodland setting, and just a few months later happened to notice that it was up for sale. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been quite a task to transform it into a cosy family home, but Sarah feels the work has all been worthwhile Left: Jess patrols the garden wall near the new front door Right: Cheepy the hen helps Sarah with her seasonal floristry

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day, Sarah spotted a farmhouse in the distance, nestled within a wooded valley. ‘I found a hidden gem,’ recalls Sarah. ‘I remember saying at the time, I’d love to live there.’ Some months later, browsing online, Sarah noticed the house was on the market. Seizing the opportunity, they made an offer and the whole family moved in during the autumn of 2014. The converted farmhouse is situated within a magical rolling landscape, has over two acres of gardens and far-reaching views across the Somerset Levels. Although picturesque on the outside, the interior décor was dated. The older part of the farmhouse was extended into adjacent farm outbuildings over the years, with parts used as a B&B. Having successfully renovated their previous homes, Sarah decided to live in it for six months before making any changes.

With planning applications approved, work began in the spring. Sarah meticulously managed the entire project. She gathered ideas from magazines to create detailed moodboards, from which the tradespeople were able to work. The first task was to replace the old asbestos cement and clay Roman roof tiles. However, no sooner had the roofing and asbestos contractors started, than work came to a halt for six weeks when bats were found in the attic. ‘The last thing I wanted to hear was how excited the conservationist was to have identified several protected species,’ says Sarah. The roof had to be adapted for roosting bats and the recommendations included an access gap and special felt. ‘None of this had been factored into the original plans or budget,’ adds Sarah. On top of all that, the plumbing and electrics needed urgent attention and involved major work and manpower. The heating system was 30 years old, inefficient and continuously running, soa significant part of the budget was spent installing a new system. ‘It was disruptive and we often had six plumbers on site, ripping out metres of old copper pipe,’ says Sarah. Finally, after two weeks of chaos, 23 Italian steel radiators were in place and the family could at last enjoy a warm home.

In order to create a new family-friendly layout, the position of the main entrance needed to be moved to the front of the property, formerly a second kitchen used by the previous owners as part of their B&B. Sarah designed a new stone porch, steps and entrance hall. The next task was to redesign a new kitchen in a different room of the house. The original kitchen was in a small north-facing room which was cold and dark. Sarah felt this room would work much better as an office. ‘Repositioning the kitchen and adding a snug close to the new entrance was more practical for us a family,’ says Sarah, ‘I envisaged a simple and unfitted kitchen, full of interest, colour and textures, overlooking the south-facing gardens and views across the Somerset Levels beyond.’ The renovations also included a complete refit of the three bathrooms and cloakroom, and fitting traditional wooden sash windows to replace old. casements. The fireplaces in the dining room and snug were stripped back to expose the brickwork and stylish Charnwood stoves took the place of dated gas heating appliances. Sarah chose natural fibre and seagrass matting to replace the worn patterned carpet. While natural flagstones were laid in the new kitchen, hall and snug, decorative floor tiles were used in the original hall, in keeping with the style and age of the property. Sarah made a bold decision to sand and stain the floorboards black in the new sitting room, master bedroom and dining room. ‘I wanted to be honest to the fabric, structure and age of this property, trusting my judgement and only using quality materials and workmanship to reflect its rural surroundings,’ says Sarah, who chose simple off-white paint shades for the walls to allow the property’s rustic details to take centre stage. Although the family were bringinga lot of furniture with them from their last house, Sarah enjoys searching for bargains online, at fleamarkets and antique fairs. She loves to repurpose new and old pieces of furniture to add to the mix, creating a unique, uncluttered and stylish look. Sarah relishes the creative process of transforming a property into a comfortable place to live. ‘This is a house for all seasons and we are so happy here,’ she says. ‘In summer we throw open the doors and live outside. We have our breakfast on the lawn and dinner under the stars. Winter is a time to hunker down by the fire watching films. It is during the autumn months, however, that the house sparkles when the golden afternoon sunlight streams though the windows. We are surrounded by some spectacular wooded landscape, especially our swamp cypress trees, which change from green into amazing, rich russet browns.’ The old farmhouse is unrecognisable from the house she first spotted completely by chance on her walk six years ago. ‘I think my family agree that this has turned out to be the perfect family home for us, especially the children and ponies, who are enjoying the new bridle paths.’ ® Period Living 47

Above and right: Sarah designed the kitchen, which was custombuilt by Lambrook Pine. The new kitchen replaces the original sitting room at the front of the house. The neutral colour palette creates the perfect backdrop to showcase the home’s period features as well as the interesting pieces of furniture Sarah has collected over the years. Above the centre island table is a rise-and-fall pendant light from The French House. ‘I love finding simple statement pieces of furniture, old and new, that are not only practical and stylish but help to bring everything together.’ The rustic-style pan stand, just seen, is from the Fig Store in Tetbury

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Opposite: A salvaged church pew provides cosy seating in the dining room around a pine table. The crystal glass chandelier is an antique, its reflection shining in the original Victorian bevelled glass mirror. Sarah removed an old gas fire and installed a Charnwood stove in its place for extra cosiness. She sanded and stained the timber floor using Pale Wenge by Mylands. The walls are painted in Farrow & Ball’s Wimborne White and heavy silk curtains hang from an antique brass curtain rail. ‘This room is really magical in the autumn when sunlight streams though

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And while Pippa’s intuition proved correct, it was her ability to remain calm in what some may view as a crisis that was truly invaluable. When the second-floor ceiling fell down while wallpaper was being stripped off, she saw it as an opportunity to create a striking pitched roof. When the extension foundations required costly changes, Pippa simply amended the plans to include a supporting pier structure, now a focal point of the space. ‘Often problems are just something to work with and can lead to unimagined possibilities,’ she says. Pippa’s unerring commitment to making the project a success is even more surprising when you consider that she lost both her parents, Julie and Phil, during the work. ‘I owe them so much; the courage to be bold, believe in myself, and the ability to always follow my heart and never give up,’ she says. ‘I wanted the house to have something of them in it, and to make me smile, so many of the items are theirs and I reused materials I found when I cleared their home.’ Before buying the house, Pippa was living just two streets away. In search of more space, she happened upon this dated Victorian terraced house. ‘Tt had many of its original features and I loved its elegant rooms with their high ceilings, but uPVC windows had replaced the wooden sashes and thick red carpets covered the floorboards,’ she says. Pippa decided that the first phase of the renovation would be clearing the space and replacing the plumbing, heating and electrics. With the help of her eldest son and his friends, Pippa ripped out 58 Period Living

the old carpets, and took the many layers of wallpaper off the walls and ceilings. It was as Pippa was peeling wallpaper that the second-floor ceiling collapsed. To make the most of the newly exposed pitched roof, she applied for planning permission for a large rooflight, which now floods the entire staircase, all the way down to the ground floor, with light. A curved brick chimneybreast was also uncovered and is now a feature in the Jack and Jill en suite between the two double bedrooms. On the floor below, Pippa added Juliet balconies to the two bedrooms at the back of the house to help introduce even more daylight. ‘The previous windows didn’t fit the frames at all and had gaps around them, so they had to go,’ she says. When Pippa moved in, there was a front living room, separate sitting room and a kitchenbreakfast room on the ground floor, but the floors were all at different heights, which impeded the flow. Pippa saw the potential to extend into the side

return, creating a kitchen-dining-living space, plus a cloakroom and utility, so found a local architect to draw up plans and secure planning permission. ‘I had very clear ideas of what I wanted and I could never have worked with somebody telling me what I should do with the house,’ laughs Pippa, who project managed the build herself. Work on the extension began in November 2014, with full-time contractors. ‘I had wanted it to be completely open plan but needed to keep a loadbearing pier between the original sitting room and extension,’ explains Pippa. ‘It was a blessing in disguise as I discovered an original safe in that section of wall, which I’ve made a feature of. And it means I have a snug area where I can curl up when I don’t want to be in the bright extension.’ Pippa sourced reclaimed timber for joiner Phil Forse to turn into a bespoke island with a steel worktop. The pine worktops and open shelving were also crafted from reclaimed wood, from church pews. With industrial-style exposed brickwork, breeze blocks, steel, wood panelling and a palette of greys, whites and pale blues throughout, Pippa has added personality with her ever-growing collection of antiques. Shelf brackets, coat hooks and curtain rods are made from industrial pipe fittings. ‘The house feels bold and experimental in parts, but it’s very much a family home,’ she says. Pippa relied upon the team of traders she accumulated during the course of the project. ‘Their involvement shaped the house and they really sustained me with their hard work and humour. We were a team, and I encouraged them to help make their mark on the property - there was no such thing as a wrong idea.’ With work complete, Pippa and her sons moved into the house in June 2015 and are proud to have enhanced it. ‘I’m not sure it will ever be finished,’ muses Pippa. “Life is an ever-changing journey and our homes should be, too. It’s only a matter of time until I spot something else in a reclamation yard and work out a way to add it into the house.’ ®

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THE STORY Owner Pippa Mundy, a clinical psychologist, lives here with sons Finlay, 17, and George, 21, who is currently studying medicine at Manchester University’ Property A five-bedroom Victorian terraced house in a conservation area in Cardiff, Wales What she did Pippa replaced plumbing and electrics, reinstated wooden sash windows and opened original fireplaces. She created a glass-roofed open-plan kitchen-diner with a side-return extension

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Above: Tucked behind a wall in the kitchen-diner is a cosy extra living space. For a similar corner chaise, try Sofas & Stuff; for a similar vintage-style radiator, try Paladin Right: A collection of curios creates a talking point as soon as you cross the threshold. The worn hall carpet was ripped up and the original floorboards were sanded down. Pippa painted the sideboard in Annie Sloan’s Old White chalk paint Opposite: Pippa wanted to let the period features take centre stage in the living room so painted the walls in elegant Gauze Dark from Little Greene. The restored original fireplace now houses a Mendip wood-burner. Pippa made cushions from hessian sacks she found at a garden centre for the sofas, which are from Ikea and DFS. The little wooden chest and writing bureau came from Pippa’s parents’ house, the lamp is an Ebay find and the curtains are from Ikea

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Above: New wooden sash windows and a restored fireplace are the focal points in Pippaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room. The pendant light is from Ikea, and the curtain rail is in fact a pipe from The Pipe Centre. The wardrobe is an antique. Pippa painted the walls in Urban Chic from Dulux, and the floorboards in Sail White from Crown and Ronseal Diamond Matt Right: By removing a partition wall between the bathroom and toilet, Pippa opened up the space to create a glamorous bathroom. She bought a basin, WC and shower enclosure from B&Q, and sourced the bath on Ebay. The white Metro tiles are from Tons of Tiles and the floor tiles are from Wickes. Forse Joinery made the new windows

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hether you are familiar with working from home or have recently adapted to remote working, it is important to establish an office set-up where you feel comfortable, happy and productive. If you would like to create additional space at home, garden offices provide ideal working environments and are just a stone’s throw away. In 2018, Oakwrights’ sales director, Dave Grey, and his daughter Zoe, a regional design consultant at Oakwrights, embarked on their own oak-frame project at their family home in Warwickshire. “We had a vegetable patch behind our garage which hadn’t been used for a while,’ says Zoe. ‘Having worked from various rooms in the house, Dad and| felt this ‘dead space’ would be an ideal site for a home office, and Mum dreamed of creating a covered outdoor living area. So, the idea for our new outbuilding was born.’ The Greys had their hearts set on incorporating oak into their new building from the outset.‘Oak as a material is a one-stop shop,’ explains Dave. ‘It is aesthetically beautiful, environmentally friendly and provides structure.’ Dave and Zoe took their outbuilding plans to their colleague and senior frame designer, Julian Pilkington. Together they finalised a 3D drawing of a single-storey office, which had a seating area outside that was covered by an oak canopy. The Greys wanted their office to have a simplistic design that made the most of natural light and their views, so they positioned windows on both sides of the outbuilding. They then focused their attention to the outside living space. “We chose to add oak rafters and oak boarding on the entire inside of the roof that covers this area,’ explains Zoe. ‘It’s so welcoming and looks incredible!’ Come rain or shine, this area provides the perfect setting for the Greys to sit together and enjoy their garden. ‘From a work and family perspective, we’ve all benefited from our outbuilding and couldn’t imagine life without it,’ concludes Dave. If you dream of building an additional oak-frame space that complements your home, call 01432 353353 or email enquiries @oakwrights.co.uk to speak with the Oakwrights team. ®

Above: Externally, the oak canopy serves multiple purposes, creating a welcoming garden seating area for the family to enjoy, as well as a sheltered entrance to Dave and Zoe’s home office Right: The bespoke oak frame, designed by Herefordshirebased supplier, Oakwrights, adds naturai colour and subtle structure to the Greys’ homeworking environment

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The cosy kitchen still has its original stove, a so-called archipelago model, which has been restored to full working order and is put to regular use. The cupboards are new and house modern integrated appliances but the cabinets have been made to match the traditional style typical of the area. Many of the vintage copper and cast-iron pans and kitchenware came with the house, OU

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urrounded by trees and wildflowers and with views f the sea beyond, Satu and Ikka’s home truly is in an idyllic tting. The landscape is typical fth Finnish archipelago, although at fluent t the majestic house on the hill seems somewhat out of place here. However, once yow re through the imposing double gates and start. to learn more about the home’s fascinating history, you soon realise the house is actually perfectly suited to its surroundings. Satu and Ilkka’s chapter in the story of the house begins in the 1970s, when the couple learned from Ilkka’s grandfather that he had lived on a country estate called Sandé as a child. Curious about the place, they looked it up, and were so impressed that they asked the owner to give thema call if he ever wanted to sell. When he got in touch 15 years later, Ilkka and Satu were ready. ‘Iremember the very unusual atmosphere in the house, a little gloomy perhaps with all the curtains shut, but still very special,’ says Satu. The next time they saw the house they were its new owners, and had spent the intervening months researching Sando’s long history and the colourful lives of its previous owners. Most of the contents, from small ornaments to huge pieces of furniture, all from different eras, had been kept intact in the house, exactly as they had been for years, so it was easy to learn more about the home’s past. “One of the main reasons they accepted us as buyers, was the connection I had to the house,’ explains Ilkka. “We bought it fully furnished, three floors from cellar to attic packed with stuff, and considering that the house measures 15 by 17 metres, there was a lot to explore.’ “We are both very interested in antiques, so it felt like a treasure chest,’ adds Satu. The house was in surprisingly good condition considering it hadn’t been touched in decades, but the rattly old windows needed immediate attention as they were so draughty. A local carpenter moved in and set up a workshop in the attic, and a few months later he had restored nearly one hundred individual window panes. Local materials were also used to renew the stone base of the house. New pipes were installed for a modern drainage system, along with

Finnish Island Home Left: Satu and Norwich terrier Luca on the porch of the newly built part of the house, where a new bathroom has been added next to the kitchen Right: There’s a whole cupboard full of the former owner's collections of local butterflies from the archipelago Below: Satu and Ilkka’s home is beautifully situated on top of a hill, facing the sea. It was built in the 1740s and because, in those days, guests always arrived by boat, the main entrance is here. The building is surrounded by ancient oak trees, some several hundreds of years old, looking magnificent in their autumn colours

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Top left: Tucked under the stairs is Satu’s office space. The table and the chair are 18th-century Gustavian and the old telephone was the first one in Sand6é in the early 1900s. The barometer is another legacy of the house. For a similar chandelier, try Ikea Above: The Danish plate in biscuit porcelain above the door is one of three in the house. On top of the chest of drawers is the infamous cannonball from the 1808 battle. The marble bust is of Napoleon’s wife, Joséphine Left: The calm palette in the main living room is the perfect backdrop for furniture the couple brought with them as well as pieces they inherited with the house, such as the Gustavian sofa, chairs and table, the chandelier and the grand piano. The corner cabinet with an inbuilt clock is a rare Finnish antique that came with Satu and Ilkka from Helsinki Right: The second sitting room is furnished with a 19th-century birchwood sofa and chairs. The old wooden cabinet belonged to Ilkka’s great-grandfather who lived here more than 100 years ago

Finnish Island Home Left: Satu fills the porch with geraniums for scent and colour all year round. The porch is original but has been reclad and had its windows restored. The decorative wooden chest has been here since the 1700s. The antique Gustavian sofa is Finnish and rare because of its length Below: This first-floor window is the oldest in the house and still has its original frames divided into six panes Right: Satu and Ilkka kept the dining roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tranquil dĂŠcor just as it was. The table is a late-18th-century Swedish antique, while the chairs are new ones, handmade in Estonia. The couple found the chandelier in a Helsinki antiques shop and the cabinet came with the house Bottom right: Above an antique buffet are a collection of copper engravings. The crest is one of the first symbols of the independent Finland showing the lion, crown and nine landscapes a

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Above: Ilkka adapted a pull-out Gustavian bed for the master bedroom to match the clock and chest. The 1920s wallpaper is well preserved and the beautiful wide floorboards were discovered under some lino and simply varnished to protect them Above right: |lkka stencil-painted the wallpapers. In the corner is a column-shaped stove, which dates from the early 1800s. The mahogany beds are Finnish, from the 1860s, and are original to the house, as is all the other furniture in the room. The Gustavian-style chandelier was an auction buy Right: The grandchildren love to play in the old nursery when they visit. The horse came with the house, along with the magic lantern on the chest, still intact with all its pictures. The wailpaper is another 1920s original 72 Period Living

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Devol’s team of fitters could then set to work fitting the new cabinets and marble worktops and Emma was soon able to add the finishing touches that give the room its unique style and character. Salvaged chapel chairs and a church pew reference the property’s former life as the village rectory. A pretty chandelier adds Victorian flavour, along with the fun jelly mould design wallpaper. Some of these were details that Matt admits he wasn’t convinced about at first. ‘Emma would suggest a particular accessory, and there were times when I wasn’t 100 per cent sure I was with her,’ he says. ‘But once I’d seen it coming together, I could see how well it was all going to work.’ The dining table was a joint decision made after the couple saw and fell in love with some copper worksurfaces in the Devol showroom and thought copper would make an interesting and hardwearing tabletop. “We were a bit precious about it when it was new, but it’s designed to develop more of a patina the more we use it,’ says Emma. ‘And now we’re much more relaxed about it and it’s rather a nice thought that every mark adds to its story. “We knew from our previous houses that the kitchen works super hard - with the children and all the dogs coming in and out all the time,’ says Emma. “We love it to be pretty but it’s also got to work hard.’ Striking the right balance between good looks and practicality is not always easy, but with their traditionally styled rectory kitchen Emma and Matt appear to have got the formula exactly right. ®

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additions to a dining table. I particularly like tall examples with unusual stoppers; generally, they either originate from Bohemia (as the western part of the Czech Republic was then known) or England. The two great UK makers - Richardson and Stephenson - created stunning designs in a mesmerising green while the Bohemians were brilliant at cut-to-clear designs. Most were designed for wine but J also use them for water.

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TALKING SHOP With its pink shop front and stylish window displays, Stockport-based Agapanthus Interiors beckons you in to browse a fine offering of antique, vintage and industrial pieces. Its speciality is lighting, so expect to find crystal-drop chandeliers and wall lights sitting alongside handsome mahogany chestsand ine mirrors. it also offers

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in 1923. He worked with quality English materials favoured by the Arts and Crafts pioneers, such as oak and walnut, as well as more exotic timbers like rosewood, blackbean and African mahogany. His materials exhibited a slightly rare and unusual figuring of the wood, so the finished items appeared to look like works of art, with exposed dovetails to showcase the craftsmanship. Much of Barnsley’s furniture is identified as the Cotswold style, produced from the 1920s up until 1950. Pieces for sale today are generally in excellent condition with prices ranging anywhere from 3,000 to 20,000. The most valuable and desirable pieces are from the 1920s; pieces from the 1950s tend to be priced lower. @

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applications and is the metal now worked by modern blacksmiths. In reality, the differences in wrought and cast iron are more easily defined, but people become confused due to the many objects of a similar nature being made using either process or a mixture of the two. Hand-wrought construction is simply completely different to cast-iron objects, which are made in a mould.

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reached new heights in the Renaissance and, as is often the case, it was fuelled by many wars and the arms industry’s desire to produce ever bigger and better cannons. My interest in cast iron was predominantly helped in my mid-teens by an educational school trip to Coalbrookdale to see Abraham Darby’s famous coke-fired furnaces and, of course, the Iron Bridge built by Abraham Darby III. Heralded as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, the area around Ironbridge is now UNESCO World Heritage Site and the completion of the world’s ‘first’ cast-iron bridge in 1781 was, and still is, heralded as a major milestone. The Darby dynasty essentially revolutionised the whole concept of iron casting by developing more efficient, less wasteful, sand-moulded and refined iron-casting processes. It is from these more sophisticated methods that we also see the development of cast iron as a highly decorative medium, especially in architectural elements, such as fountains, railings - or particularly railing heads and finials - bandstands, boot scrapers, fire surrounds, grates and much more. What better way to epitomise the blossoming style of Georgian homes than the stylish hob grate with its decorative cast-iron side panels of swags, portrait medallions or decorative urns? a

ECONOMIC POWERHOUSE The 19th century was to prove an important economic catalyst in the development of material and socioeconomic wealth. Britain, with its huge

burgeoning empire and rapidly growing urban middle classes, was proving to be a major powerhouse in the world and demand for all manner of objects soared, including decorative items. The Coalbrookdale Foundry sadly closed in 2017, but its history, although complicated in terms of its various incarnations, has left a lasting historical and tangible legacy. All too commonly in the antiques trade, castiron items are referred to as ‘Coalbrookdale’. Of course, many are, but that is not to forget the many other centres of major iron-casting throughout the country, such as the Black Country region of the West Midlands, or Glasgow. In 1875, the Coalbrookdale Foundry produced a two-volume catalogue of over 1,000 pages, which gives us a perfect record of the variety of items they produced - or that clients could order - and the diversity is, quite frankly, incredible. It’s also important to note that Coalbrookdale creations can also carry markings within the castings that easily attribute them, such as ‘C B Dale’ or diamond-shaped design registration marks.

EXHIBITION STANDARD If you want to see the best of Coalbrookdale’s output, the gates on the West Carriage entrance to Kensington Gardens, which were originally constructed for the Great Exhibition of 1851, are a sight to behold. But what types of objects are you more likely to encounter in the marketplace? The most affordable and frequently available items tend to be decorative or domestic objects > Period Living 83

such as stick and umbrella stands or flat irons. There is a huge variety of designs of stick stands, including animalier and figurative stands with hunting dogs and allegorical figures. Prices at auction vary enormously and this often relates to condition, as the brittle nature of cast iron means that they are often damaged. Cast iron can be difficult and uneconomic to repair, so if a decorative section is completely missing, there is little hope of repairing it. A proficient welder could, however, restore a detached section or a concealed structural element. Average commercial prices for stick stands are around 400-600, while coat stands can easily exceed 1,000. Original paint finishes are desirable but most tend to have been repainted several times.

GARDENS TO GRATES Garden benches, tables and chairs are sought after items in the market place. The most likely design you will encounter is the Fern Pattern and these frequently appear at auction. Typical estimates are around 800-1,200, or more for a suite with matching chairs. The cast-iron sections are bolted together and this is where the old brittle castings often fail and shear off. Wooden slats also rot away. As a note of caution: there are fakes and copies on the market, and they are also a favourite target for garden thieves, so make sure you put your cast-iron garden furniture somewhere safe. 84 Period Living

Other designs are more architectural, and Coalbrookdale enlisted the help of prominent designers of the day to boost sales. One of the most talented, Dr Christopher Dresser, designed several items of cast-iron garden and domestic furniture, and these always carry a hefty premium. The lessobvious items, such as cast-iron door knockers, mean that a fairly nondescript example might be worth under 100, but a Dresser design can easily realise 600-800 at auction. The same remit also applies to fireplaces. The phenomenal demand in the Victorian period led to the production of many millions; hence, there are plenty to choose from in salvage yards and with dealers and auctioneers. Some can be purchased very cheaply; however, damage is again a crucial factor and buying an intact, restored ensemble, including the tiled insert, grate and perhaps a complete cast-iron mantel surround, can cost upwards of 1,000. Add Christopher Dresser’s or other designers’ names and again the price will increase dramatically. At the more affordable end of the market, you will readily find the likes of boot scrapers, cast-iron clocks, signs, fireside accessories, decorative trivets, letterboxes, sculpture, shelf brackets, sink supports and doorstops. In fact, the infinite variety and historic versatility of cast-iron products is what makes antique items from this, now largely lost, industry so continually alluring. @

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WONDERFUL WINDOWS Timber windows are loved for their timeless appeal and longevity. However, it can be hard to know which wood is the best choice for your home. Kevin Underwood, technical director at the British Woodworking Federation (BWF), talks us through the differences

When choosing wood for your windows, make sure it meets durability class three or above. The heartwood of some trees, such as Scots pine and Siberian larch, can naturally reach class three but most need additional treatment. Engineered softwood, such as pine, is the most popular choice for wood windows, as it has had its knots removed and been treated to provide increased stability and a good painting surface. On the other hand, hardwoods like oak offer an aesthetic draw, although

they do require regular maintenance to retain their beauty and hardiness. Modified timbers, such as Accoya, are becoming increasingly popular. These have been treated with acetic acid under high pressure and offer a high level of durability as well as providing a smooth surface for painting. Regardless of your choice, all timber should meet the requirements of British Standard and carry the FSC or PEFC mark. For more information visit bwf.org.uk.

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Several of the brick faces on the south-facing wall of our Grade II-listed cottage are crumbling. Should I replace them or cover the wall with render? Unless your wall suffers from extreme weather exposure or there is evidence of a past render, I would not cover it. My advice is to identify, and try to address, the cause of deterioration. This may be leaking gutters, the use of cement rather than lime for repointing, or it may just be the inherent nature of the bricks. Defective bricks are hard to overcome, although some can be removed and then reversed to hide decay. Coloured mortar can be used to build up eroded brick faces, but skill is needed to obtain a good, long-term colour match. Thin brick slips are sometimes used but don’t tend to perform well. For severe damage, bricks will need to be cut out and replaced with ones that closely match the existing, and laid using a suitable (usually limedbased) mortar. It is best to allow the bricks to tone down naturally than to artificially age them. Second-hand bricks are best avoided.

Weare thinking of buying a ‘locally listed’ house. Could you explain what this means? Local listing aims to protect buildings that are of historic and architectural interest but do not meet the criteria for being listed nationally. Despite offering less protection than national listing, it will still strengthen the case for retention of a building, and the effect of a planning application on a locally listed building will be considered by planners when making decisions. ®

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Heating hoosing a new heating system can seem like a daunting task, but get it right and your home will be warm and cosy through autumn and winter, and you’ll save money on your energy bills. A modern boiler-fed heating system is typically built to last between 10 and 15 years, so if yours is in need of an upgrade you can replace key elements like-for-like, or overhaul the whole system to make it greener and more efficient. Central heating only became commonplace from the 1950s; before that, houses relied on coal- or wood-fed stoves and fires. So if your home hasn't previously been upgraded with central heating, then you need to consider what type of setup you want. Bear in mind that installing new plumbing is disruptive, but if you’re extending or renovating, then it is the ideal time to invest in a new system.

KEEP IN THE WARMTH For increased comfort during all four seasons, it’s best to take a fabric-first approach, which means tackling draughts and improving insulation levels before upgrading the heating. Bear in mind that older buildings were designed to be able to ‘breathe’ so that they don’t trap moisture, which can create an unpleasant living environment and damage the structure. This means insulation solutions will need to be carefully chosen - natural materials such as sheep’s wool, wood fibre and hemp are particularly effective, breathable options. Much of a home’s heat is lost through the roof, so this is a good place to start. ‘Loft spaces ideally need to be kept cool in the summer and warm in the winter,’ says Dan Davidson from Build Team. “By adding insulation you will limit solar gain in the summer and reduce heat loss in the winter.’ To prevent condensation, your builder should add a breather membrane to your insulation, which will allow vapour to escape and prevent moisture from entering. A vapour control layer can also be added to reduce vapour transfer in the building. Just as you can insulate between rafters in the loft, you can also insulate underneath suspended timber floorboards. But this can damage attractive original flooring and so works best where you can access the boards from below. Solid floors are more difficult to insulate, and doing so can raise the floor level. If there is damp, this must be addressed as it can make the space feel cold. Avoid rubber-backed carpets and use breathable coverings such as coir. As much as 30 per cent of a home’s heat can be lost through single-glazed windows so it’s worth having them refurbished and draughtproofed to improve thermal efficiency. Don’t make the mistake of replacing attractive original windows with new double-glazed versions, and instead look at bespoke secondary glazing. Heavy-lined curtains and shutters will also help to minimise heat loss. The house’s walls are another key area where heat can escape. While newer buildings have cavity walls that can be insulated, if your home was built before 1920 then it’s likely to have been constructed

with a single-skin solid wall. In theory, this can be insulated internally or externally, then plastered or rendered over, but this will impact the house’s appearance, potentially covering over original features. So, unless your home lacks character or has already been stripped out by previous owners, then it is best to prioritise upgrading other areas. You will need to seek permission for external wall insulation if you live in a conservation area, and the majority of measures will require listed building consent if your home is listed.

CHOOSING A BOILER “When specifying a new system, you need to ensure there is sufficient heat output for the radiators or underfloor heating, and how the hot water will be heated. Ask an engineer to perform a heat loss calculation and to help you decide the best setup for your home,’ says Dan Davidson. For smaller homes with a good mains water supply, a ‘combi’ boiler is a good option. It will provide hot water and heating in one neat package, producing it only when needed, so it doesn’t require a separate tank or cylinder. However, in larger homes with different outlets that need to be supplied simultaneously, it may not cope with the demand. ‘For houses with two or more bathrooms, I would recommend that the system includes a stored source of hot water, such as an unvented cylinder which holds around 180 litres and dispenses the hot water at mains pressure,’ adds Dan. This solution will require a modern ‘system’ boiler. Like combi boilers, they are fitted to sealed heating systems, but as they work on the principle of storing hot water in a cylinder, they are able to feed several outlets at once at mains pressure. > Right: Perfect for homes that are off mains,

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The other option is a ‘conventional’ or ‘regular’ boiler, commonly found in older properties. This requires a separate cold water tank feed as well as a hot-water storage cylinder. If you are just replacing an old regular boiler and want to keep your existing radiators, then it’s best to replace like for like, as they may not be able to cope with the higher pressures that combi and system boilers work at. Regular and system boilers are both compatible with solar thermal technology (see right), which can contribute over half of your hot water. This is particularly worth considering if you don’t have access to mains gas, as while LPG and oil can be paired with an efficient modern condensing boiler, running costs will be higher. Costs for a replacement boiler start from 1,500, including labour.

For modern homes, the building regulations state that properties larger than 150m? must have at least two heating zones, which is worth considering for an old house, too. These zones could be divided into the bedrooms and living areas, so when one space is not being used the heating demand can be reduced. ‘If your home has never had central heating the installation cost will be around 4,000, depending on location, size and type of property,’ says Susan Hilton, senior product manager at Best Heating. If you’re pairing the system with radiators, the installation of the pipework will involve lifting floorboards for access into the floor, which can cause damage. ‘Pipes should run with floor joists where applicable and be either drilled or notched in crossing,’ says Jerry Whitely, technical manager at the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering. ‘All pipework in exposed areas, such as lofts, and in floor voids should be insulated; they should also be kept away from cold water services.’

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There are a few factors to consider when buying radiators for a period home. In terms of looks, modern designs can work, but nothing beats classic column radiators. These include simple school-style models, or more ornate designs, which may be polished or painted. Cast-iron radiators are slower to warm up than steel, but retain the heat brilliantly. Original radiators that have been restored and updated to work alongside modern heating systems are a good option for an authentic finish. Buying non-reconditioned models from a salvage yard might seem budget-conscious, but refurbishment can be costly. If your home already has old castiron radiators, these can be serviced and reused. Have them flushed and pressure tested, and look for areas of rust, which may indicate leaks. It is vital to correctly size your radiators so that they don’t provide too much or little heat. You can calculate the output you need in BTUs (British Thermal Units) using an online calculator. A heating engineer can also work this out for you.

Sean O’Dwyer, application design manager at Baxi, offers considerations for upgrading your boiler @ Recent regulations, called Boiler Plus, mean that when changing your old boiler for a new model you have to include additional controls to improve the efficiency of your system. These require a minimum of a programme timer and a thermostat so that you can effectively control your heating. @ A combi boiler installation must also include one additional energy-saving measure, such as

flue gas heat recovery, a load-compensating thermostat, weather-compensating thermostat or smart thermostat. @ Always consider the flue position - can the new boiler flue discharge in the same position as the old one, and is the flue length in the recommended range of the boiler? @ Check the local water pressure - for areas of good pressure you have a wide range of choices for boiler replacement, but in low-pressure areas, combis may not be the best fit for your property. @ An up-to-date heat loss calculation may bring down the size of your boiler, especially if you have upgraded the house’s insulation levels. @ Is the existing system one pipe or two pipe? Does it need replacing, flushed and a filter added? If this is in good order, the boiler and controls

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Heating need for radiators, which are less space-efficient. However, you should consider whether it is worth disrupting an original floor to fit the system, as you will either have to lift the flooring, or lay the pipes or wires over it. One of the benefits of underfloor heating is that it can be combined with renewable technology, such as solar and geothermal. In terms of upfront costs, expect to pay from 50 per m? for electric and 65 per m? for a hot-water system.

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have minimal impact on the property’s character. Solar power can be either thermal (for hot water) or photovoltaic (for electricity), both of which can be used to contribute to a home’s heating system. However, the panels can be obtrusive and so work best when they can be fitted away from the house or concealed on a part of the roof that isn’t visible from the ground. Solar slates are a discreet option that are suitable for some heritage properties. To establish whether solar power is an option for your home, speak with a specialist who can analyse your location, roof pitch and orientation. Expect to pay from around 5,000 to install the system. A biomass boiler or stove with a back boiler can be the ideal year-round domestic hot water and space heating solution, especially for homes that are off mains gas. These cost from around 7,000, and you will need sufficient dry space to store your pellets, chips, logs or briquettes. There are certain stoves that have been designed to burn smokeless fuel, which is ideal for smoke control areas. Heat pumps capture warmth from the air or the ground, which can contribute to both your space heating and hot water. They work particularly well with underfloor heating, supplying heat at a low temperature. Ground-source heat pumps, like Kensa’s Shoebox 6kW model, can fit in a cupboard, though you'll need space outside for trenches with ‘slinkies’ or a borehole to collect the heat. Installation is a big job, and costs start from 9,500. Air-source heat pumps take warmth from the air (even in the winter) and come in the form of air-to-water setups, which can supply both hot water and heating, or air-to-air that provides for space heating only, but can also be used for cooling in the summer; these cost from 6,000. The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) is a government scheme that makes payments for seven years based on the amount of renewable heat it is estimated you produce - froma few hundred for solar panels to potentially thousands for a ground-source heat pump. This will help to offset the upfront costs of the technology. In order to qualify, your supplier must be accredited by the Renewable Energy Consumer Code (RECC) and the system needs to meet the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) standards. For more details about how it works, visit ofgem.gov.uk. ® Period Living 95

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design, Carronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edwardian-inspired Belgrave polished cast-iron mantel, 595, creates an imposing aesthetic. Coupled with Carronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Royal castiron insert, 575, it is compatible with a controllable gas fire or solidfuel kit for open fires, providing you with flexibility in your heating choice.

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Create an inviting focal point with a fireplace that complements your homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s era rom the beauty of flickering flames and the sound of crackling embers, to the inviting smell of smoking wood or the warm flush of your cheek, a roaring fire ignites the senses. There are few features that are so ubiquitous that they could be found in both a Tudor cottage and a Victorian mansion; however, for centuries a fireplace has been a central feature of the home. While designs have evolved, the purpose has always been the same to provide families with a source of heating, cooking and comfort.

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Today, modern ovens and central heating have replaced the need for an inefficient open fire, yet it is still one of the most sought-after features in period properties, evoking a romantic image of a time gone by and providing a cosy focal point. While a lot of homeowners are lucky enough to find original fireplaces still intact, many have been removed or replaced with inauthentic designs by previous occupants. This has spurred on a new generation of renovators to take up the mantle and restore their fireside to its former glory. >

Fireplaces WELCOME RE A lovely wooden fire surrou offers a warmer feel than sto or cast iron. Stovax’s Chatsworth. mantel, shown here in a rich oak finish, from 1,255, is brought to life by ornate tiling inspired by: original Victorian designs. This, Birds and Rushes pattern, 66.50] for a five-tile set, is paired with polished fireplace with metal accents and floral hood, 768}

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e Brick fireplaces with wooden or stone lintels @ Carved lintels and decorative panels were a feature in grand halls and castles EARLY GEORGIAN Statement pieces, built with generous proportions e@ Surrounds made from marble or wood, depending on status, with a brick inlay @ Carved and applied details were popular in more wealthy homes @

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STATEMENT LUXURY Right: Carved from a warm grey fossil marble, this antique Regency fireplace, one of a range of antique mantels from various eras available from Westland London, is simple in its style, celebrating the unique character of the stone. With two columns supporting a generous mantelpiece, as is common with Regency designs, it offers the perfect platform for an elegant display. Price on application.

witht BEAUTY Above: While they were usually cast iron, there was a trend in the 19th century for black fireplaces to be made from Belgian fossil marble. On closer inspection the stoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s black surface is rippled with tiny fossilised details, resulting in a truly unique piece. Although they are no longer made, antiques can be found, such as Âť> this design from Renaissance London, 6,210.

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Whether you are fitting a new fireplace or restoring an existing one, it is vital to ensure that your chimney is in good working order. A chimney sweep will be able to check for and remove any blockages or debris that could ignite, and also assess the integrity of the flue lining, as if this has deteriorated it could cause harmful gases, such as carbon monoxide, to leak into your home. Where there are issues, a flexible flue liner can be added. The chimney should be swept every couple of years. If you are looking to open a previously blocked off chimney, then consult with a surveyor to ensure that any attempts to uncover the chimney will not cause structural damage. @ INSTANT WARMTH While stone is usually the go-to material for classical styles, wooden fire surrounds can be less imposing and feature the same exquisite carved details as grander marble designs, adding interest and warmth to your space. Invest in a reclaimed wooden fireplace to add instant patina and character.

MADE TO MEASURE Above: Nothing in a period home is standard size, and this can be difficult if your chimney has unconventional measurements. However, if you opt for a bespoke design, it can be adjusted for the perfect fit. Here, Templestone worked with the constraints of the doorway and built-in cupboard, adapting its Hartham Park Bath stone Scottish Gothic design, from 5,250, to fit seamlessly into the space.

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Maintenance checklist Look for small holes and fine powder that indicate beetle infestation

e Identify creaking or loose boards Monitor sloping, springy or sagging floors Note boards that are split or decaying @ Rectify surface damage such as marks @ Fit pads under furniture to prevent scratching @ Shake entrance mats to minimise grit and dirt @ Check air vents to the subfloor void are clear @

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When maintaining a floor, try to avoid swabbing with water, as this may lift the wood grain; never

What should be considered when sanding floors? Where the decision is taken to sand, ensure the floor is not too thin. Solid wood floors can be sanded four or five times, while engineered floors are thinner and may be sanded two or three times. The surface area must be free of furniture and the floor has to be dry and not have protruding nails. If possible, remove doors that open into the room.

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Above: Decay can cause a weakening of the joists on the ground floor, leading to bouncy and

squeaking floorboards. This can be rectified by a competent

carpenter Below: It is fairly easy to fix loose blocks in parquet flooring, but take care to mark their position first so that they are all slotted back in the correct spot

The floorboards have woodworm, so how should this be dealt with? The best way to deal with beetle infestation is to use a boron-based treatment. You should change the flooring only if the wood is damaged to its

core, which will make the plank unstable and may cause it to splinter.

How should gaps between floorboards be filled?

Where the floor is being sanded, the leftover residue from the sanding can be mixed witha filler gel and used to fill the gaps so they are the same colour as the boards. Alternatively, filler gel may be used on its own. If the gaps are bigger, wood slivers can be gently tapped into place, using woodwork adhesive where necessary. The floor is very bouncy. Is this something we should be concerned about? This problem is most likely to be caused by decay due to damp or beetle infestation, which can result in weakening of the structure. The cause of the problem should be identified and rectified and, if the damage is serious, repairs to the joists and

floor undertaken. What is the best way to fix squeaking or loose floorboards? This is often caused by the subfloor not being correctly levelled and may need to be rectified by a builder. Floorboards were traditionally fixed with ‘cut’ nails designed to minimise squeaks, and these should be used wherever possible. Alternatively, boards can be fixed with screws; this is a good olution if there are fragile ceilings below the floor if boards are likely to have to be lifted again in the future for electrical works or piping. How can damaged boards or missing pieces be repaired?

What are the primary concerns when repairing parquet floors? Loose blocks are the most common parquet flooring issue due to humidity, wear and tear, and high traffic over time. Wood floor adhesive gradually loses its strength and, especially when the flooring experiences contraction, parquet blocks can lift. Fixing this is not that hard. Be sure when lifting loose blocks to mark their position or take photos to ensure they go back in the correct place. When removing the piece, there will be dirt and debris from the glueing product used previously in the space so be sure to clean everything and then apply a primer. When it is dry, spread a high-quality adhesive on the backs of the removed blocks and refit them. Don’t worry if there are gaps - this is normal when relaying parts of a wooden floor. What are the main considerations when buying reclaimed timber flooring? It is important to know where your flooring is coming from. There are no overarching grading standards for antique wood, so some can be low quality and not properly dry. Check a supplier’s reputation; don’t rely on small samples; get photos and, if possible, go to look at it. Ask if the wood is kilin-dried, what that process entails and how the supplier ensures that the moisture content is consistent. Check also what the variation is between the boards, in terms of width and length. ®

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Annika and Rach Overton-Hope transformed their fusty carpeted hallway and landing into a Victorian dream, befitting their elegant home two years of ; house- hunting to find our 1875 Victorian semidetached home. It was renovated in the 1960s, but over the last 60 years everything had just fallen apart. We had ivy growing around and under the gas pipes, threatening to pull them off the walls; a hole in the roof; buckets in the bedrooms - you name it and we probably had it! We weren’t looking for a project house, but as soon as we walked in the front door we knew that we weren’t about to let go of it. Tell us about the house? It took us

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Any challenges? It had to be the sheer size and scale. We both work full-time, and a hallway isn’t like a

singular room that you can close the door to and contain the mess. We started in November 2019 and for over six months everywhere was just covered in dust. would get to work and the shoulders of my suit jacket would be filthy where I’d touched a wall on the way out of the house. I

Was there anything that you knew had to go? The

skylight over the landing was only accessible via external scaffolding; it was triple layered with glass and was permanently filthy. We hadn’t originally planned on replacing it, but after the plaster quotes came back, we realised that rather than ruin the 106 Period Living

This page: Rach and Annika in their 1875 semi Opposite, from top row: From

unappealing hall to Victorian grace; halfway through cleaning, the tiles started to shine; the stained glass

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Renovation new plaster later, it would be foolish not to replace the skylight at the same time. It delayed the start of the project because it was difficult to source, but I’m certainly glad we did it as it looks incredible. How important was it to keep the original features?

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[I’m not sure how you could buy a period property and not want to keep the original features - they are what make it so unique. The staircase spindles took Rach months to individually hand sand, fill, stabilise, prime and paint. So many people asked us why we didn’t just rip them out and install new, but I honestly couldn’t think of anything worse. Those spindles are 145 years old, they have witnessed two World Wars and the invention of the light bulb - we just couldn’t do it.

knew we had some floor tiles in the hallway: they are in the porch and when we moved in, we lifted the edge of the carpet to peek. Our neighbours have identical tiles, and theirs are stunning, but they said the previous owners told them that ours were covered in concrete so we never got our hopes up. Even after we first lifted the carpet, Rach was convinced that they were unsalvageable, but we researched online and bought a special cleaning fluid that doesn’t damage Victorian tiles. I did a patch test and the results were incredible. They have only had one full clean all the way down the length of the hall, which took me a weekend on hands and knees witha ventilator mask. We are yet to replace the damaged tiles, secure the loose ones, do a final clean and seal them all, but we’ve discovered that Victorian tile restoration is a slow game. Were there any surprises? We

When we moved in, both the lounge and second reception room doors contained thin frosted glass, not in line with style of the house at all. We looked at replacing the doors entirely, but they are such unusual sizes that we struggled to find the right fit. Instead, we spoke to a local glazier who said that if could draw a design, they could make it in glass using lead and colours. I took the pattern that is already in the fanlights in the porch, amended the size, then they brought it to life. We still have one panel left to design in the internal porch door, but we are waiting until the new front door is fitted to make sure the design flows correctly.

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Colour, texture and heritage were the buzz words for Kemi Lawson’s beautifully renovated home Was it love at first sight when you found the cottage?

WhenI started house- hunting, I wasn’t looking for a period home. I’d actually overlooked the cottage as I was scared of the idea of owning something old; but when I looked at the pictures, I just fell in love. Even though there was some damp and a leaky roof, I saw so much potential to remodel the interiors and create a house that reflects us and our heritage. What was your inspiration? My goal was to make a fun, Above: Climbing wisteria sets the scene for this beautiful period cottage Right: Kemi in her hallway, which is decorated in Yaél & Valérie wallpaper, made in Haiti, which features an

welcoming home for my two young daughters and to create an inspiring space for them. I’ve taken a lot of inspiration from our Nigerian and Jamaican heritage in terms of colour, texture and accessories. A lot of my African heritage pieces are quite old and sculptural, so lend well to the architectural beams and fireplace in the very English cottage. Honouring the period features was also really important to me, first of all because I love the features and partly because it’s a listed building.

artistic portrayal of black women across the ages Below: The fireplace is reimagined as a stylish display space, which still retains the

I’m really inspired the use of colour and texture by by designers such as Kit Kemp and Beata Heuman. I thought the textural look of raw materials would work really well with the cottage, so in the living room I chose a seagrass wallpaper and sisal flooring, both of which have got a unique feel and look.

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What’s your favourite thing about the room? The fireplace, without a doubt. It’s actually got two

one’s working and one’s not. The not-working one was dusty and uncared for on the inside, so we decided to give it a new lease of life and make a real feature of it. We tiled the interior with geometric tiles, which I thought would be fun to lay ina random manner. You would have thought it would be easier that way, too, but the tiler said it was really hard to place them in a random layout as your brain automatically wants to make patterns. To the side of the fireplace we installed bookshelves; there were some there when we moved in but they weren’t very solid-looking. They are very deep and give me space to store my extensive book collection and photographs.

would just say ‘go for it’. was so nervous when I was looking around. I’m one of those people who can’t really visualise, so it’s not until the last piece of wallpaper is hung that I can see how it will come together. I kept telling myself that as long as you love it, you can’t lose. Any advice? I

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EXTEND YOUR SPACE Though the most expensive way to add value, extending will yield the biggest return on your investment. It can also make a dramatic difference to your life at home, as even just adding on a very modest extension, such as filling in the side return, can transform the usability of a space. However, if you would need to build an oversized extension to achieve the space you want, then reconsider, as it could completely destroy the house’s character. The best options for increasing value are enlarging the kitchen to create a family friendly kitchen-diner with access to the garden - like this London terrace, which was extended by just two metres and adding bedrooms and

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bathrooms. Depending on location and materials choice, works will cost anything between 1,5003,000 per m?, but more substantial additions can add 25 per cent to a house’s value. Contemporary extensions featuring lots of glass are increasingly popular and provide a striking contrast between old and new, but oak-frame additions are even more prized and beautifully complement a period home as the wood mellows with age. Modest single-storey extensions often don’t need planning permission, although if your home is listed you will require listed building consent see planningportal. co.uk for more details. To get the best result, it is important to hire an architect and tradespeople with experience of working on period properties.

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UPGRADE THE WINDOWS Original windows are highly prized features, and where they are intact you should make every effort to preserve them. Even if they are in a poor state of repair, you would be amazed at the difference a professional restoration can make try The Sash Window Workshop or Ventrolla. As well as repairing the glass and frames, and replacing any rotted wood with new timber, this service also involves improving thermal efficiency. Expect to pay up to 500 per window - half the price of replacing them with quality new designs. If your windows are rotted to the point of no return, or have already been replaced with uPVC windows, then investing in new authentic designs will add greatly to the desirability and the value of your home. >

REFRESH THE ENTRANCE The front door makes an important first impression toa home, setting the tone for what lies beyond. Designers of previous eras sought to prioritise the entrance, adding grandeur with door surrounds, stained glass and ironmongery - and keeping with this tradition will enhance the value of your home. If the original door is intact, then take care to preserve it, and have damaged wood or glass professionally repaired. If it does need replacing, then investing in a bespoke front door will make all the difference, ensuring that it is authentic to the house’s era and is perfectly proportioned. This stunning Edwardian design with stained glass is by Bespoke Front Door.

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Though they have been around since the Georgian era, conservatories became widespread in Victorian times, as middle-class homeowners wanted a space to bathe in the light and grow exotic plants and citrus trees. Nowadays, there is a wide choice of design options for period homes, including classical orangeries, oak-frame sunrooms and even minimalist glass~box extensions. The key thing to avoid is a uPVC bolt-on addition, as while less expensive will do little for your home’s value or character, and may even be viewed as a negative feature by potential buyers. Conversely, a well-designed timber or aluminium-frame room can add as much as 30,000 to a house’s value.

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INCLUDE AN EXTRA BATHROOM If you can squeeze in another bathroom upstairs, it can add over five per cent to the value of your home - especially if you currently only have a downstairs bathroom. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need a lot of space for a small en suite - as little as 2m? - with costs starting at around 3,500. See if you can carve some space out of the landing or slightly reduce the size of a larger bedroom. If you are also extending or converting the loft, then this is an ideal chance to incorporate an extra bathroom. Some homeowners convert an existing bedroom into a luxury bathroom, which when done well does not necessarily reduce value.

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fire disappears straight up the chimney, stoves are sealed units that deliver high efficiency, and are a much more sustainable way to heat a room. They also add a cosy focal point. If you have an existing chimney, it should be possible to utilise it for the flue, or you could opt for an exposed flue, which gives more flexibility as to positioning. Expect to pay from 2,500 for the stove and installation, and enjoy an increase in value of up to five per cent.

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CONVERT THE LOFT Loft conversions are one of the most costeffective ways to gain space, with an extra bedroom and bathroom adding up to 25 per cent to a home’s value. Expect to pay between 500-1,500 per m”, depending on the location and work involved. A key factor is head height - there needs to be at least 220cm between the bottom of the ridge timbers and the top of the ceiling joists. If the roof isn’t high enough, it may be possible to lower the ceiling in the rooms below, or raise the height of the roof. Think about how the space will be lit - the most common solution is to insert rooflights between the rafters, but if the property is in a Conservation Area or listed, you may need to look at conservation designs. Other factors to consider are insulating the space, meeting fire regulations, introducing plumbing runs if you want to add a bathroom, and tackling obstacles such as chimneybreasts and water tanks. Most conversions don’t need planning permission, but check planningportal.co.uk for exceptions. This new master bedroom beautifully showcases the property’s timber beams and adjoins an en suite. >

ADD A ROOM OUTDOORS Adding an extra room in the garden is a more cost-effective and less-disruptive way to increase living space without extending. It’s also hugely appealing to potential buyers, especially given the recent shift in attitudes towards home working. The room can serve as an office, studio, or even guest accommodation. Planning permission is not usually needed for smaller designs, but depending on the building’s use, you may need electrics, Wi-Fiand plumbing, which will add to the cost. A fully serviced garden room or shepherd’s hut, as here, will cost from about 12,000, but simpler options are available for a few thousand pounds.

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The kitchen is the heart of the home, and updating it has a big impact on day-to-day life, as well as the property’s value - by up to 15 per cent. The dream for many period homeowners is to invest in handmade solid- wood cabinetry, which can cost upwards of 20,000, but you should take care not to overspend - between three and five per cent of your home’s current value is about right. This kitchen has been fitted with cost-effective Shaker-style units from Howdens, which let the original beams, flooring and antique furniture shine. Before specifying your units, consider whether the space offers everything you need. Often extending or remodelling is the only way to achieve the best possible kitchen, although it will add to the cost. ®

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Choosing the right timber Don’t be misled into thinking that period appropriate timber windows and doors can’t offer the same benefits as other materials. Timber windows and doors can offer all the benefits of double glazing and, if installed correctly, will stop draughts. However, it is important to remember that not all timber windows are equal. Durability and stability are the most important qualities in finding the right type of timber for your windows and doors. Accoya is a popular choice that meets both these criteria and it also has a

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against the seasonal browns and greys, or the fiery red winter stems contrasting with frosty or snowy backdrops. Add to this the rise in interest in naturalistic planting and these evergreen sub shrubs can be used to replicate expanses of open heathland carpeted in a purple haze, which make such a magnificent sight in the British countryside, but on a smaller scale in the home garden. By planting a variety of heathers you can entice bees into your garden year-round, benefit from evergreen ground cover, and enjoy the range of colours of both blooms and foliage through the seasons - for late-season interest through summer into spring, they are particularly valuable. There is

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Planting is best done in autumn or early spring. In garden centres, you will see containers of erica and calluna varieties, grouped together with other

plants, such as bright cornus stems, phormiums, cordylines and pansies, to inspire combinations for dedicated winter garden beds and containers. If growing heathers in the ground, the type of soil will dictate which varieties will thrive. Many heathers need acidic, ericaceous conditions, so work well with companions such as azaleas, rhododendrons, camellia, dogwoods, mahonia, witch hazel, conifers, dianthus, pieris, lavender, eryngium, hellebores, narcissi, anemone and scilla. Some will cope with neutral to alkaline soils. All thrive in an open, free-draining and sunny spot. In the first year, keep them well watered so that they don’t dry out, as their roots are lateral, near the top surface. Once established, though, they are winter hardy and drought tolerant.

Heather varieties There are three types of closely related genera, which are referred to as heather. Some are native; others have been introduced from across the globe. Sizes vary from tiny pincushion heights to growing up to four metres. Calluna, or Scotch Heather, are summer and autumn flowering; erica, heaths, 124 Period Living

flower in winter and spring, while daboecia, or Irish Heath, flower from summer to winter and are the least well known. CALLUNA There are around 700 cultivars. @ Some miniature varieties grow a few centimetres, while others grow up to 3 or 4 metres. @

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There are many ways to add heathers to a garden, whether you want to recreate a wild landscape scene with swathes of heather under deciduous trees, add some plants into gaps in the front of a border, create a rock garden, or paint a winter picture in a garden corner or container. At RHS Wisley in Surrey, heaths and heathers are used to great effect in the winter walk beds, as well as in a dedicated area where they have . . . around 25,000 heathers, including 963 different cultivars of the three varieties. “Be bold when you’re planting heathers; use five to seven of each to create drifts and blocks of colour - spacing them around 30cm apart - and trim them back annually, a bit like you do with lavender,’ explains garden manager for hardy ornamentals, Peter Jones. ‘They are also good to show off other gems. In the heather landscape we

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use companion planting with silver-grey Yucca

rostrata, underneath pencil cypress ‘Swane’s Gold’, against the blue of globe artichokes and with grasses such as Stipa gigantea and S. tenuissima to give movement against their rigid form.’ Garden designer Helen Thomas uses heathers in her Surrey home garden as a response to a love of the natural landscape. They carpet a contoured . . sloping backdrop to a circular alfresco dining space. ‘I wanted to create a lava flow of heathers to drip down the garden around the patio, which looks at its best in late summer. In winter they also provide : a welcome splash of colour and are a vital source of nectar for the bees,’ Helen explains. ‘Our acid, sandy loam is a perfect medium for heathers. They are very long-lived plants and also very tough and resilient,’ she adds. The varieties Helen has used demonstrate how effective a mix of different types, colours and textures can be, providing foliage and flower interest with a carpet that changes through the seasons. Erica carnea f. alba ‘Golden Starlet’ provides white flowers in late autumn to spring, and also creates a wide mat of lime-green foliage, which turns bright gold in summer. Another winter white flower choice is Erica carnea f. alba “Springwood White’, useful for trailing over walls, and which is accompanied by the deep pinks of Erica carnea ‘Lohse’s Rubinfeuer’. For a little more height, Helen uses purple-flowering Erica x darleyensis ‘J.W. Porter’, as well as spring- flowering tree heather Erica arborea ‘Estrella Gold’, named for its bright yellow young foliage. Through spring to autumn Daboecia cantabrica’s upright flowers lend interest, followed by magenta summerflowering Erica cinerea f. aureifolia ‘Summer Gold’ and Erica cinerea‘ C.D. Eason’, and then shell-pink Calluna vulgaris ‘H.E. Beale’ for autumn. ‘I have planted Erica carnea gracilis in planters en masse, which look lovely in autumn,’ Helen adds. ‘They are not hardy though so need protection through the winter. This is a useful way to grow heathers if you don’t have acid soil.’

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Learn the fine art of : plant still-life with a Winter Botanical one-day Flower Painting workshop at Pegasus Art in Stroud. You’ll be capturing hellebores, cyclamen and Christmas cacti in watercolours, with guidance from professional artist Karen Green, who will teach the art of close and focused observation. The session takes place on 28 November 2020, from 10am-4pm, and costs 70. Visit pegasusart.co.uk to booka place.

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by a fort and a settlement. Over the subsequent centuries, the Tyne saw many bridges come and go, including the iconic Tyne bridge, opened by King George V and Queen Mary in 1928. The most recent addition is the Gateshead Millennium bridge, which opened to the public in 2001. This can be tilted vertically to allow boats to pass underneath. Historically a busy industrial dockside, now the banks of the Tyne are a hub of arts and culture. The quayside buzzes with restaurants and bars, while across the water in Gateshead, is the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and the Sage music venue. >

Above: The red swing bridge, built on the site of Pons Aelius, opens to let boats pass. The Grade II*-listed green Tyne bridge opened to the public in 1928 and defines the city’s skyline

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Begin your day by heading underground with a tour of the Victoria Tunnel, then learn more about the castle that gave the city its name

Starting just outside the city centre in Byker, the Grade II-listed Victoria Tunnel gives visitors an opportunity to explore 85ft below Newcastle’s surface. Hear the stories of the people who built the tunnel in 1842 as a waggonway to transport coal from the Leazes Main Colliery to the dockside. Then, find yourself transported back to 1939 with an account of the air-raids, as during World War II the tunnel was equipped with lighting, toilets and 500 bunk beds to offer protection to thousands of Newcastle citizens. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for some of the supernatural residents who supposedly roam the walkways. Book a one-hour guided tour for a single household of up to six people for 30. (ouseburntrust.org.uk) Once you’re back above ground, head towards the city centre. Travelling by metro is by far the easiest way to get around, and hopping on at Byker, the centre is only five minutes away. Alighting at Monument, named after the 134ft Grey’s Monument, which commemorates the second Earl Grey, take moment to browse the shops on the busy street which, with its golden Georgian buildings, has often been celebrated as one of the most picturesque streets in Britain. Continuing in the direction of the Quayside, you'll arrive at the Castle. Not many modern cities have the remains of a medieval castle at their heart and it is definitely worth exploring. Built in 1080, the ‘new’ motte-and-bailey castle was constructed on the site of the former Roman Fortress; then in the late 1100s it was replaced by the stone fortress that still stands today, with its neighbouring Black Gate added in the 13th century. Step over the wooden walkway, and discover this bastion of the past. Although the amazing 43ft great hall a

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Above left: The ‘new castle’, which became the city’s

namesake Above right: While not black, the Black Gate is actually named after the merchant Patrick Black, who called the building home during the early 17th century

has hosted kings, queens, lords and ladies over the centuries, the new castle was far from a royal palace; it was a fortress, providing the English with a base when fighting the Scots. Over the last 2,000 years, the castle has had a tumultuous journey with periods of ruin and restoration, and was even used as a prison during the 16th and 18th centuries. Finish your tour of the castle with a trip up to the battlements for stunning views over the city and quayside. Book in advance online; adult tickets cost 8.50. (newcastlecastle.co.uk) A short distance from the castle is the Grainger market, which has a wide variety of independent eateries and cafés catering to many tastes and appetites. Alternatively, Grey Street has myriad restaurants, so it’s easy to find fuel for the afternoon. After lunch, head across town to the impressive late-19th-century Blandford House, which has been home to the Discovery Museum for nearly 20 years. Celebrating the rich industrial heritage and world-changing inventions that were created in the North-East, the museum offers the largest collection of scientific and technical material outside of London. Highlights include Charles Parsons’ Turbina, the 34-metre steam turbine ship, which was once the fastest in the world. You can also see other inventions, such as Joseph Swan’s original light bulb and Stephenson’s steam engines, both of which were invented in the city. Tickets are free but must be booked in advance on the website.

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Dating back to 1874, the Grade II-listed County Hotel is one of the oldest in the city. Beautifully preserved, the Victorian property is located opposite the train station, making it an ideal location. Its elegant rooms are decorated with tasteful 1930s decor to give you a glamorous base for your adventures. Rooms start at 49.50

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Travel 200 years back in time at Beamish: the living museum of the North, located just a 25-minute drive from the city centre. Buildings lifted from across the North, including terraces, shops, pubs and even a church have been rescued from demolition and reassembled on Beamish’s cobblestone streets in celebration of a heritage that would have otherwise been lost. Divided into a series of worlds, Beamish instantly immerses you in history. From the Georgian village of Pockerly, to the 20th-century high street, complete with bank, masonic hall, chemists, newspaper office and printers, each area is filled with costumed actors who help bring the story to life. The on-site farm transports you to the 1940s wartime home front, with its beautifully preserved farmhouse and orchard, run by the Women’s Land Army as they battle to feed the nation. Coal mining defined life in the North-East for generations, and this, too, has been highlighted at

Beamish in its 1900s Pit Village. Explore the history of the Mahogany Drift Mine, one of the 304 mines that once employed over 165,000 of the region’s workforce, with an underground tour. Then head home with the miners to Francis Street and discover the stories of the families who lived there, including a Methodist family and a widow who lost her husband in a pit accident. The row of six terraced miners’ cottages were originally built in Hetton-le-Hole in 1860 and were rescued from demolition and reconstructed brick-by-brick in Beamish in 1976. All that time travel is hungry work, but there is plenty to eat. Watch the bakers in Herron’s Bakery making their own bread and cakes using traditional Edwardian recipes, or be captivated by the creation of sweets in the Jubilee sweet shop and factory not forgetting to take some home with you. If you fancy something more substantial, then there is plenty of choice, from lunch at the Sun Inn pub to afternoon tea in the 1900s tearooms. For a really indulgent treat, opt for Davy’s traditional fish and chips, cooked in coal-fired ranges using beef dripping best enjoyed from the newspaper wrapping as you stroll along the cobblestone streets. Book tickets and a timeslot online; an adult annual pass costs 19.50. (beamish.org.uk) @

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SERVES 6 FOR THE AMERICAN CREAM CHEESE PASTRY: 300g plain flour e@

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FOR THE CHERRY FILLING: @ 3 x 350g packs frozen pitted Morello cherries (or Lkg, drained weight, canned Morello cherries) @ 200g caster sugar, plus extra for sprinkling e +4 tsp ground cinnamon or a good pinch of allspice @ Freshly squeezed juice of one lemon e 5 tbsp cornflour A 23cm metal or enamel pie plate e Baking sheet lined with non-stick baking parchment e@

1. For the pastry, sift the flour into a large mixing bowl with the icing sugar and salt. Rub in the butter and cream cheese until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Add enough of the milk to mix to a soft dough. Gather up the dough to forma ball and knead very briefly until smooth. Divide into two pieces, then wrap and chill both portions

in the fridge for at least one hour. 2. For the filling, mix the cherries with all of the

remaining ingredients and leave to stand for 20 minutes, then stir once more. Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F/Gas 7. 3. Ona lightly floured surface, roll out half of the pastry and use it to line the pie plate. Roll out the second half of the dough to a rectangle and cut into wide strips, long enough to drape over the pie. Put the strips onto the prepared baking sheet and chill them until needed. 4. Spoon the cherries into

the lined pie plate, mounding them up in the centre. Brush the edges of the pastry with water, then lay the pastry strips on top, weaving them to forma lattice. Trim the edges, then crimp to seal. Brush the top with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Set the pie on a baking sheet to catch any juices and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to set the pastry. 5. Reduce the oven temperature to 180°C/ 350°F/ Gas 4, and bake for a further 30-40 minutes until the thickened cherry juices bubble up through the lattice. Cover the top loosely with kitchen foil if the pastry looks as if it is

browning too quickly. Serve warm or cold.

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BASIC SHORTCRUST PASTRY This is the classic method for making short and crumbly shortcrust pastry. It is made with half butter and half lard - the butter for colour and flavour and the lard for shortness. The quantities of water added vary according to the humidity of the flour. Always add less than it — says you can always add more if it is dry, but once it is a sticky mess, it could prove disastrous! MAKES ABOUT 400G (ENOUGH FOR A 20-23CM PIE PLATE) @ 250g plain flour @ A pinch of salt @ 50g lard (or white cooking

fat), chilled and diced 75g unsalted butter, chilled and diced @ 2-3 tbsp ice-cold water e@

1. Sift the flour and salt together into a large mixing bowl. Add the lard and butter and rub in until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add enough of the water to bring the pastry together, and stir in. 2. Tip onto a lightly floured surface and knead lightly to bring the dough together. Shape into a flattened ball, wrap in clingfilm and chill for at least 30 minutes before rolling out and using in the recipe.

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DEEP-DISH TOFFEE APPLE PIE I can never resist a

homemade apple pie - it is my downfall! I add smashed-up toffees to the apples that melt into the pie while it cooks, cloaking the

apples in caramel. Mixing dessert apples with a

proportion of cooking apples sharpens the flavour. Serve with clotted cream or ice cream.

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will easily cover the pie plate. Line the plate with

one of the pastry circles and sprinkle the base with the flour and sugar mix. Spoon the apple mixture into the

pie plate and mound up in the centre. Brush the pastry edges with a little water and cover the pie dish with the

remaining pastry circle, sealing and crimping the edges. Cut off any excess pastry and use the trimmings to cut shapes to decorate the pie, if you have time. Make a slit through the pastry on top to allow the steam to escape while the pie is cooking. 3. Beat the egg white toa loose froth and brush evenly all over the pie, then dredge generously with sugar. Set the pie on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes until golden and firm with a sugary crust. >

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ROAST SMOKED SALMON KOULIBIACA I have been very fortunate

to collaborate with Rosie Campbell-Preston of Inverawe Smokehouses over the past ten years. We have created some delicious smoked fish recipes together, this being a favourite. Roast smoked salmon is brined salmon, suspended over hot smoke, which cooks and smokes it at the same time. Serve this in generous slices with a mixed-leaf salad tossed in a sharp lemony dressing.

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and season, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use too much salt as the salmon will be salty already. 3. Tip the cooked rice into another bow] and use a fork to fluff it up, then mix in the remaining dill and parsley and the lemon zest and juice. Taste and season. 4. Roll out the pastry toa 35 x 27cm rectangle directly onto a piece of clingfilm. Spoon half the rice mix onto the centre of the pastry,

widthways, leaving a good bit of pastry at either side that will eventually wrap over the filling. Leave a border of at least 2.5em at either end.

5. Carefully spoon the salmon mix evenly over the rice, piling it high. You may want to use your hands to mould this into shape. Top with the remaining rice mix, pressing and moulding it into a rounded loaf shape. 6. Bring one side of the pastry up and over the filling, brush the edge with beaten egg, then bring the other side over to enclose the filling completely. Pinch the ends to seal. Using the clingfilm, carefully flip over onto the prepared baking sheet so that the sealed edges are underneath. Brush the surface of the

pastry all over with the beaten egg. (If it is special occasion, use extra pastry to cut into fish shapes to decorate the pie, then glaze a

it again. Alternatively, glaze first, then use the tip of a teaspoon to indent half-moons over the pie to resemble fish scales.) Chill for at least 30 minutes. 7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until it is deep golden brown. Remove from the oven and leave it to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. a

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ROUGH PUFF PASTRY This is the quick way to make a good puff pastry. You must work very quickly, and it takes a little practice. Rolling and folding the pastry dough creates layers of pastry and pockets of butter. MAKES ABOUT 550G (ENOUGH TO LINE OR MAKE A 30CM PIE PLATE OR BASE) e@ e@ e@

250 plain flour A pinch of salt 150g unsalted butter, chilled About 150m! ice-cold water

1. Sift the flour and salt together into a large mixing bowl. 2. Quickly cut the butter into small cubes, about the size of the top of your

little finger. 3. Stir the butter into the flour with a round-bladed knife so that it is evenly distributed throughout. 4. Drizzle the water over the surface, then mix with the knife until the dough starts to come together in a messy

lump. 5. Tip out onto a lightly floured surface and knead lightly until it forms a streaky, rather lumpy ball. Flatten the ball with the palm of your hand and wrap

in clingfilm. Chill for 30 minutes until firm. 6. Unwrap the chilled pastry and, ona lightly floured surface, roll out away from you into a long rectangle, three times longer than it is wide (no exact measurements needed here, but it should be about 1cm thick). Mark the pastry lightly into three equal sections with a blunt knife. Now fold the third closest to you up over the middle third. Brush off any excess flour with a dry pastry brush, then bring the top third over towards you to cover the folded two thirds. 7. Give the pastry a quarter turn anti-clockwise so that it looks like a closed book. Seal the edges lightly with a rolling pin to stop them sliding out of shape. Now roll out, always away from you in one direction, until it is the same-sized rectangle as before. Fold in the bottom and top thirds in the same way as before, wrap in clingfilm and chill for 15 minutes. Do this rolling and folding four more times, then the pastry is ready to use in the recipe.

cored and quartered 2 onions, thinly sliced @ 300ml dry (hard) cider e Salt and freshly ground black pepper @A 900ml pie dish @ A pie funnel @

Preheat the oven to 200째C/ 400째F/Gas 6. 1. To make the pastry, sift the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl, add the lard, and rub in with your fingertips until combined.

Stir in the suet and herbs and mix to a soft dough with just enough of the water to bind. Knead lightly until smooth, then leave to rest in a cool place. 2. Toss the cooked, diced ham in the seasoned flour to lightly coat it. Mix the sugar and spices together in a separate bowl. 3. Put half of the ham in the pie dish and cover with half of the apples, then half of the spice mixture and half of the onion slices. Repeat these layers, seasoning between each one, then pour in the dry cider. 4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry and make a small slit in the centre to fit over the pie funnel. Dampen the edges of the pie dish with a little milk and cover with the pastry. Brush the pastry with milk, set the pie dish on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 180째C/ 350째F/Gas 4 and bake for a further hour until golden, covering the top with kitchen foil if the pastry is becoming too dark. >

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SERVES 6-8 FOR THE ITALIAN OLIVE OIL PASTRY: @ 500g plain flour (Italian 00 if possible) 1-2 tsp fine sea salt e 4 tbsp extra virgin e Olive oil, plus extra to drizzle e 150m! warm water e@

FOR THE FILLING: 500g mixed greens 30g unsalted butter e *4 onion, very finely chopped 200 ricotta, soft goats’ cheese or cream cheese 140g grated Parmesan @ 2 tsp plain flour @ 2 tbsp chopped fresh marjoram e 3 large eggs, beaten e Salt and freshly ground black pepper @ A 30cm loose-based baking pan, 2.5 cm deep, lightly oiled e@ e@

Preheat the oven to 190°C/ 375°F/Gas 5. 1. To make the pastry, put the flour in a large mixing bowl and make a well in the middle with your fist. Add the salt and the olive oil, then pour in 150ml of warm water, a little at a time (you may not need it all). Mix to form a soft dough, then use your hands to bring it together, kneading it gently into a ball for about two minutes - just long enough to become smooth to the touch - this is totally different to normal pastry. 144 Period Living

Seal the dough in a plastic bag and leave to rest for one hour at room temperature. 2. Wash the greens and remove any tough stems. While still wet, steam the greens using only the water that clings to their leaves. Squeeze them dry and

chop coarsely. 3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan set over medium heat, add the onion and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in the chopped greens and cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through and coat with the

butter. Remove the pan from the heat, leave to cool, then transfer the onion and greens to a large mixing bow! and beat in the ricotta, Parmesan, flour, marjoram, eggs, salt and plenty of black pepper. 4. Once the pastry dough has rested, cut it into two

pieces one slightly larger than the other - and roll each piece out as thinly as you can on a lightly floured surface. Use the larger piece to line the pan, making sure that the pastry overhangs the edges.

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Many trees have succumbed to disease, age and air pollution over the years, but some of the originals remain and can be spotted on the Derby Arboretum Tree Trail. A Lottery Grant in 2003 helped to restore Strutt’s two Tudor-style lodges and plant new trees, so that at this time of year Derby’s Arboretum glows in golden splendour once again. The park’s original Florentine Boar, popularly known as the pig in the park, was damaged in 1940 and Alex Paxton’s bronze replica (top right) replaced it in 2005 of

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How Derby led the way with green spaces for industrial workers, inspiring parks in London, Paris, and even New York ften described as Britain’s first public park, Derby Arboretum opened in 1840 and was the brainchild of wealthy local mill owner, mayor and philanthropist Joseph Strutt. Looking for a way to show his gratitude to the town’s workers for helping to make his family’s fortune, Strutt decided to create a botanical tree garden, intended for education as well as leisure. Strutt donated the land and commissioned John Claudius Loudon to design the gardens, including mounds, walkways, and more than 800 different species of trees and shrubs from around the world. Loudon was a horticulturalist with vision and ambition, and was the first person to refer to a curated 154 Period Living

botanical garden as ‘an arboretum’ in this way. When Derby Arboretum first opened its gates on 17 September 1840, 1,500 townspeople took the afternoon off and headed to the park to celebrate. The park originally charged an entry fee but it was free on Sundays and Wednesdays so that Derby’s poorest citizens could still enjoy it. The entrance fee was scrapped altogether in 1882. Although green spaces and common lands had existed previously, the park in Derby was the first to be planned in an urban setting as a place of public recreation. It is said that. the Grade II-listed Derby Arboretum was the inspiration for major parks in Europe, and even Central Park in New York. @

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