Sir Donald Insall obituary Conservation architect whose projects included restoring and renewing Windsor Castle after the devastating fire of 1992 The Guardian - UK · Oct 21
Lenborough Coin Hoard Discovery: Paul Coleman uncovers 5,248 Saxon pennies; £1.35m reward split 50:50 Paul Coleman, a dedicated metal detectorist, made an extraordinary discovery of 5,248 silver pennies hidden within lead. This remarkable find, valued at £1.35 million, marks the largest Saxon coin hoard unearthed in Britain in the past 150 years, becoming a significant hoard under the Treasure Act 1996. As per the… The Times of India · Sep 20
George Harrison revived a forgotten garden and Olivia kept his dream alive George Harrison purchased Friar Park in 1970 and began restoring its neglected Victorian gardens. He cleared overgrown vegetation and repaired damaged features, making gardening a family activity. After Harrison's death, Olivia Harrison continued preserving the estate's unique character and elaborate topiary. Today, Friar Park's gardens showcase over 160 restored topiary… The Times of India · Sep 9
In 1996, a young TV reporter bought an abandoned 1830s lighthouse after it failed to sell at auction; he turned its 110-foot tower into an eight-storey home Standing on Berrow Road in Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, Burnham High Lighthouse looks more like a giant white chimney than a house. Built for Trinity House in the 1830s, the circular brick tower was designed by Joseph Nelson to work alongside Burnham’s Low Lighthouse and guide ships through the shifting waters of… The Times of India · Sep 3
“We were all young and naïve. He was just a waste of time. He just sat there with his feet up reading Country Life”: How Iron Maiden forged their debut album with a lazy producer, a dodgy mix and Paul Kossoff's ’57 Strat ’Maiden made a big splash with their 1980 debut. Steve Harris and Dave Murray explain how, against all odds they made a metal classic Guitar World · Jul 9
Prince of Wales takes helm at Country Life magazine to champion rural Britain Mark Hedges, Country Life’s editor-in-chief, described the prince as a ‘passionate countryman’ The Independent UK · Jun 17
‘Passionate countryman’ William to guest edit Country Life magazine The prince is following in the footsteps of the King, the Queen, the Princess Royal and Sir David Beckham. Evening Standard · Jun 17
Prince William and Princess Kate’s Wedding Cake Baker Recalls Their ‘Secret’ Meetings Prince William and Princess Kate’s Wedding Cake Baker Recalls Their ‘Secret’ Meetings Marie Claire · Apr 24
King appears as magazine cover star in celebration of his garden makeover The monarch has transformed the gardens at Sandringham in Norfolk with a magnolia walk, a sundial garden and a maze. Evening Standard · Nov 12, 2025
King appears on magazine cover in celebration of garden makeover Monarch has transformed the gardens at Sandringham in Norfolk with a magnolia walk, a sundial garden and a maze. The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2025
Sorry Country Life, these are the 13 traits that really make a modern gentleman OPINION: Upper crust magazine Country Life has unveiled a list of the 39 traits that define a modern gentleman – but they’re giving Katie Rosseinsky the ick. Here are some better ideas The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2025
Are you a perfect modern gentleman? Not if you run in public or wear a tank top to the gym … According to Country Life magazine, today’s true gentleman will never expose his shoulders or modify restaurant orders, but can cook splendid omelettes The Guardian - UK · Nov 5, 2025
The Rad pack: David Beckham leads country menswear trend Fresh from guest editing Country Life, former footballer embodies ‘rich autumn dad’ aesthetic The Guardian - UK · Oct 24, 2025
David Beckham reveals moment that made wife Victoria ‘burst into tears’ Sir David has opened up about refurbishing his Cotswolds barns for Country Life magazine The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2025
Evening Standard · Oct 21, 2025 David Beckham says Guy Ritchie helped him fall ‘deeper in love’ with countryside The former England football captain and businessman regularly documents his life in the countryside, sharing pictures and videos on social media.
The Conversation · Sep 1, 2025 How a 300-year-old Scottish country estate escaped the wrecking ball Between 1945 and 1974, Scotland lost a proportionally higher number of country houses than England — 175 of these stately formerly aristocratic homes (think Downton Abbey) were demolished, according to Country Life magazine in August 1979.
Woman & Home · Jul 17, 2025 Queen Camilla’s 78th birthday photo was taken in a deeply personal place - and I totally understand why There is always something intriguing to discover in royal photos and the location where this was taken really struck me
Evening Standard · Jul 16, 2025 Crichel House: Constance Marten's ancestral country estate Crichel House, the Marten family’s former home, is a 283-year-old Grade I-listed building which stands in a vast estate
BANG Premier · Jun 12, 2025 David Beckham 'honoured' by new project days after knighthood reports David Beckham has landed an exciting new project following in the footsteps of King Charles.
Evening Standard · Jun 11, 2025 David Beckham to guest edit edition of Country Life Magazine The former England player and businessman will join the editorial team for the October 22 edition of the magazine to mark his 50th birthday year.
Evening Standard · Apr 5, 2025 Is your dog common? The canine class system just got real That breed du jour which was once the coolest pup on the block could be rather naff now
Evening Standard · Apr 4, 2024 Go Compare helps magazines firm Future return to revenue growth Go Compare was seen as an ‘odd fit’ when it was acquired by the Country Life owner, but has helped drive a revenue rebound
Louder · Feb 18, 2024 “I’ve got butter to thank and I’ve eaten plenty since!”: John Lydon on how doing a TV ad for butter helped turn his career around The punk icon gave it his dairy best...
Woman & Home · Jul 1, 2023 Princess of Wales scores a major accolade – and it’s something she’s earned entirely on her own Catherine, Princess of Wales has earned a wonderful accolade for her photography
The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2023 Portrait of Camilla taken by Kate wins prize at media awards The image of Camilla in the gardens of her Wiltshire retreat has won cover of the year in the PPA Awards.