Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2019 i Country Homes & Interiors

The simple pleasures that autumn brings are hard to resist. In our house, there are certain rituals attached: hauling out the slow cooker from the back of the cupboard for soup-making; a Sunday afternoon spent splitting and stacking logs ready for the first roaring fire; re-waterproofing everyone’s jackets and boots for leaf-peeping hikes. (I’m planning a return trip to the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park in Scotland this year, which easily rivals anything New England can offer.) If you’re the forward-planning type, too, don’t forget to put the Country Homes & Interiors Christmas show in your calendar – tickets are on sale now and you’ll find all the details on page 12. Have you found us on Instagram, yet? Follow @countryhomesmag to get a sneak peek at beautiful homes and the…

Emily’s style tip... UNRAVEL HISTORIC CHARACTER AND BEAUTY BY EXPOSING YOUR HOME’S ORIGINAL ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES – USE AS A BASE TO BUILD UP YOUR PERFECT LOOK CH&I loves... MOORISH-STYLE TILES…

Visit… ‘Tyntesfield (nationaltrust.org.uk/tyntesfield). We love to head here for a walk in the beautiful grounds, and always enjoy tea, cake and a touch of retail therapy.’ Shop at… ‘Midgley Green (midgleygreen.com), a contemporary crafts and homeware shop in Clevedon, which sells handmade pottery, woodwork and textile gifts by British makers. Owners Seamus and Katherine have sourced many of my favourite pieces in this house – I can never leave their shop empty handed!’ Go for a meal at… ‘Monsoon Indian Restaurant (monsoonclevedon. co.uk), Clevedon. It serves delicious food and there is a wonderful team of staff. This is our favourite family night out.’…

Did you ever want pale colours for the extension? ‘No, I always wanted a burst of colour in there rather than grey or cream. In the end, the colour was decided after we fell for the blue kitchen units.’ Were you worried that the colour would overwhelm the space? ‘In many ways, having the same colour on the walls tones down the blue of the units, it makes them stand out less than they would if you put them with off-white. There’s so much green outside, you need a strong colour to stand up to it.’ And how did you tie in the old part of the house? ‘By painting the living room the same colour as the kitchen. If you stick to one overall colour, then you can add…

Why is craftsmanship so important to you? ‘We believe that true artistry and craftsmanship should be rewarded. Working with local, independent companies, such as Farnham Furnishers, repeatedly over the years, we’ve built up a rapport – they know how we like to push the boundaries of design and we trust them to pull it off.’ How do you support makers further afield? ‘When we are on holiday, we love to find little workshops where the maker is working away creating interesting objects.’ Do you have any favourite pieces? ‘The ones made by our own children!’…

COUNTRY COTTAGE Ty-Fry is a four-bed detached house set within 12 acres of land. It comes with a one-bed stone cottage that provides a rental income. Yours for £1,150,000. QUAINT TERRACE The small, sweetly formed Bridge House, recently sold by Clee Tompkinson Francis estate agent for £250,000, is typical of the town centre. MIGHTY MANOR Further out, you will find grander houses, such as Dan Y Castell, a six-bed, Grade II-listed Georgian residence, on the market for £1,500,000.…

to encourage customers to linger. Since Sarah started selling freshly made coffee, customers pop in regularly for a brew, and the general chat and friendly banter that ensues makes the store a convivial place to be – not to be underestimated for those that live alone or feel cut off. ‘Even helping to pack a customer’s bag and having a chat can make a difference; sometimes that’s the only human contact they’ll have all day.’ for those with visual appeal like Sprout & Flower. It spreads the word, but it’s also a valuable way to provide a sense of inclusiveness by showing followers snapshots of day-to-day life. ‘It provides mutual support because you can engage with others who are also trying to spread the word about their business,’ says Sarah.…

EMBRACE A TECH-FREE ZONE Transform your sleeping space into a peaceful haven by leaving your phone and any other gadgets downstairs – as if Instagram wasn’t enough of a distraction, the blue light emitted can trick your brain into thinking it’s daytime. Invest in an old-fashioned alarm clock and snuggle down with a good book instead. GET THE LIGHT RIGHT Create a relaxed ambience with soft lighting to help you wind down. Turn off overhead lights and forgo stark white in favour of low-wattage, warm yellow bulbs. Alternatively, invest in a Lumie Bodyclock Luxe (£199, John Lewis & Partners), which gradually fades as bedtime draws near. CLEAR OUT CLUTTER A tidy room makes for a tidy mind, which is essential for enjoying a blissful night’s sleep. Look at your belongings…

At the first signs of a chill in the air, our thoughts turn to home comforts and, as any successful country decorator knows, beautiful wool-rich carpet is one of the best ways to bring a luxurious, warming touch to a room. It is also a route to inviting in some of those evocative patterns from the natural world that always translate so beautifully to flooring. This season, Brintons has introduced a whole new crop of carpets infused with Laura Ashley’s signature motifs to add charm and character to country homes. Choose a Brintons carpet and your home will enjoy a direct link with our heritage and countryside – the company has been at the heart of carpet manufacture for more than 230 years, using the long-standing traditional Axminster and Wilton…

■ CONSIDER YOUR LAYOUT Straight runs are easier to fit, but certain surfaces have their limitations. With natural stone, any piece measuring more than three metres will require a join, so it may be worth looking into seamless materials if your kitchen has corners. ■ SIZE MATTERS Chunky worktops, usually up to 60mm, can add definition and structure and contrast with more standard depths. Slender worktops, as thin as 10mm, will create a lighter feel. Concealed lighting under the rim will give a floating appearance. ■ ON THE EDGE Colour and texture are usually top of the list when it comes to choosing a worktop, but consider the edge profile, too. From a flat style to more elaborate detailing, there’s plenty of choice. Most effects can be achieved in any…

1 RECIRCULATING HOOD In an open-plan room, efficient extraction is particularly important to stop cooking odours, smoke and grease from wafting into the living and dining areas. In most cases, a vented hood is preferable, but when it is not possible to install ducting to the outside – as was the case here, given the listed status of the building – a recirculating design makes a good solution. 2 NATURAL CLAY PLASTER WALLS As an alternative to paint, Guy used a clay plaster finish to achieve a softer look. Made from natural materials, clay plaster is non-toxic and known to help regulate indoor moisture levels, temperature variation, odours and acoustics. Guy chose Clayworks clay plaster in a smooth, matt-white colour for a simple yet warm backdrop, which adds to the…

Add vertical interest with an arch. Plant bulbs at the base for spring, roses for early summer, and late flowering clematis for high summer. Choose a repeat flowering climbing rose, such as Rosa Gertrude Jekyll, and add a late flowering Clematis viticella , such as Etoille Violette, to extend flowering into October. Here’s what you need to know... • Buy a ready-made arch or make your own. For traditional cottage-garden style, wood looks best. Hardwood timber is long-lasting but expensive. Treated softwood can last for many years. • Set posts in concrete or fixed into metal sockets at least 7.5cm wide. • Make sure the apex of the arch is at least 2.1m high. • Fix wires to the posts and crossbeams using vine eyes so that you can tie in plants as they…

NATURE PRINT Two of our most-loved brands (Hunter and National Trust) have joined forces to create this stylish pair, named after Hunter’s founder. Norris Field boots, £110, Hunter SEAFARER STYLE They may be short in stature, but a generous fit leaves plenty of room for cosy socks! Handmade, they’re available in a range of prints and colours. Deck wellies, £39.95, Seasalt PAWFECT PAIR As if the doggy design wasn’t enough, these lightweight boots fold away into their own drawstring bag – handy for keeping in easy reach in case of unexpected downpours. Roll-up wellies, £49.95, Joules…

ROOTS YORK If you enjoy the food at The Black Swan, consider its sister restaurant, Roots, in York. A more casual space offering à la carte menus, it offers a laid-back version of Tommy Banks’ signature cuisine. CASTLE HOWARD This magnificent stately home is something of a northern icon. It remains a private family home but both the grand interior and the manicured grounds are open to the public to explore and enjoy. HELMSLEY WALLED GARDEN Enjoy five acres of pretty gardens, a glasshouse, café and plant centre at this beautiful nearby public garden. It is open seasonally each year from April 1 until October 31.…

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Why did you want to create eco-friendly accommodation? ‘Looking after the environment is important to us as a family, so it was a natural choice.’ How did you go about doing it? ‘I did extensive research on the internet and talked to a lot of people! We have laid 4.5km of piping in 700m of trenches in our field to provide the ground source heating we need; 120 solar panels provide our electricity.’ Did the building’s listed status create difficulties? ‘The main difficulty was incorporating enough insulation without disrupting historic features.’ What are the advantages of eco heating? ‘It benefits the environment and future generations. It also protects against rising energy costs from fossil fuels.’…

Making the move from a two-bedroom cottage in Teddington to a six-bedroom seafront townhouse in Clevedon, Somerset, marked a significant change for Helen and Alex Pett. ‘We both turned 40, we’d started a family and Alex had set up his own leadership consultancy,’ says Helen. No longer wedded to city life, they followed their dream to move to the coast in 2016, with their daughter, then five. ‘As Alex is a keen paddle boarder and surfer, we had been considering Cornwall, but felt it was just too far for our clients to travel,’ says Helen. ‘Fifteen years ago, we bought our first home together in Clevedon, selling it in 2007 when we relocated to London for work. This time, local friends suggested we see what we could afford in the…

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Visit… ‘Stourhead (nationaltrust. org.uk/stourhead), just over the border in Wiltshire, boasts a Palladian house and extensive gardens and is open daily. If you go in the autumn, make sure you catch the spectacular reds, oranges and yellows of the trees as the leaves turn.’ Shop at… ‘Caro Somerset (carosomerset.com). A fabulous interior design shop in Bruton that sells everything from beautiful clothes to furniture from the Hay group, toiletries by Aesop, Farrow & Ball paint and much more. They even hold events so it’s worth checking what’s on.’ Go for a meal at… ‘At the Chapel (atthechapel.co.uk) in Bruton is an all-day restaurant with a great bakery, wood oven for pizzas and a wine store, with eat in and take away options. Situated on the main high street, it is…

Visit... ‘Frensham Little Pond (nationaltrust.org.uk) has picnic spots and a cafe for refreshments after an energetic walk.’ Shop at... ‘When I’m in Farnham, I like to pick up a coffee from Krema (krema.co.uk) and walk down to Castle Street Flowers (castlestreetflowers.co.uk), an amazing florist whose shop – a continental-style orangery – spills out onto the cobbled street; the smell of the freshly cut flowers is just heavenly. I also love The Gilded Cabinet (thegildedcabinet.co.uk) in Alton for lovely fabrics, furniture, kitchenware and lighting.’ Go for a meal at... ‘The Anchor Inn (anchorinnatlowerfroyle. co.uk) at Lower Froyle is a classic country pub with low ceilings and a cosy feel. It’s perfect at any time of year, but especially in the winter with the log fire burning.’…

There’s a riot of colour spilling onto the high-street pavement in the small market town of Mere in Wiltshire, announcing that Sarah Collins’s emporium, Sprout & Flower, is open for business. Containers of seasonal blooms and trailing plants jostle with baskets of fresh veg, while an arc of golden hops across the threshold tempts passers-by to come inside. ‘There is quite a lot in here – and that’s just how I like it,’ says Sarah as she deftly puts the finishing touches to an informal posy of late-summer blooms. Indeed, along with an abundance of flowers and foliage, there are fruits and vegetables piled on a big central table, and shelves and dressers groaning with everything from fresh bread and homemade cakes to free-range eggs and artisan provisions. Sprout &…

MAKE IT COUNTRY Simple shapes and a smooth finish transform wooden pieces from raw and rustic to refined and modern – but still with the authenticity, craftmanship and warmth of country style. Pick sustainably sourced pieces in acacia, walnut or oak in shades ranging from fairest blonde to dramatically dark. Just be sure that the knots and whorls are clear to see. This is beauty that’s revealed in close-up. OUR EXPERT SAYS… “ALTHOUGH NORDICSTYLE PALE WOODS REMAIN EVER POPULAR, DARKER WALNUT AND EBONY TONES ARE EMERGING – GREAT FOR ADDING DEPTH AND RICHNESS”HOLLY PHILLIPS , STYLE CONTENT EDITOR…

A CANOPY OF LEAVES Vintage furniture and accessories, from a selection at Packhouse. Recycled tyre bucket (used as planter), from £32, Le Petit Jardin. Breckon Ochre cushion, £14, Dunelm, is similar. Dark floral tassel cushion, price on request, Nordal. Rust linen cushion, £21; Turmeric linen cushion, £23; printed cotton cushion, £26, all Smallable. Amalfi sarong in Nude (used as tablecloth), £45, Monday Swimwear. Hand screen printed tea towel, £12, Softer + Wild. Linen napkins, £26 for four; Black ceramic mugs, £24 for two, both Also Home A MOMENT TO PAUSE Conservatory, from £11,250, Alitex. Luxembourg armchair, £245, Le Petit Jardin. Rive Droite bistro tray table, £25, Garden Trading. Windbreak in Magnolia & Pomegranate, £48m, Sanderson at Style Library. Basket bag, £21, Basket Basket. Feuerhand hurricane lantern, £30, Le Petit Jardin.…

We have 17 different types of apples in Bisley Community Orchard, some with wonderful names like Ashmead’s Kernel and Siddington Russet. There are also perry pears, damsons and a selection of edible hedgerow trees. The site at Chestergate Allotments is a celebration of community spirit and local produce, a fantastic habitat for bees and other wildlife, including orchids, and provides a tranquil place for people to walk or sit. Generations of villagers have used Bisley’s allotments to grow fruit and vegetables to feed their families. Sadly, by the Eighties there were just six plot holders left – of which I was the only woman – collectively using a third of the four-acre site. I’d moved to Bisley in 1984 after meeting my partner Alan Evans, an artist, and one of…

■ HOT COLOURS, COOL STYLE A radiator can now be a statement piece in its own right, from spiral towel rails in the bathroom to heated artwork in a living room, and even rose gold finishes. If you’d prefer one that blends into your decor, a number of companies offer finishes from specific paint brands, as well as colour-matching. ■ SIZE & OUTPUT If your heating system isn’t working as it should, you can use an online calculator to work out the heat output needed for each room, and the best radiator options – search for a BTU heating calculator. Factor in the type of flooring, glazing and insulation. ■ SMART HEATING SYSTEMS Smart thermostats can be attached to your boiler and linked with smart radiator valves, which let you…

CABINETRY Bespoke Shaker kitchen, painted in Farrow & Ball’s Chinese Blue and Pointing, £21,000 including worktops and appliances, The Main Company. SURFACES Westminster White quartz worksurface, price on request; lightly patinated zinc (on island), around £2,000 excluding installation, both The Main Company. Splashback Vigo cement tiles, £99sq m, Bert & May. Walls finished in Smooth Topcoat clay plaster, £20sq m, Clayworks. Reclaimed Douglas Fir flooring, £77.40sq m, The Main Company. APPLIANCES 110i range cooker, £9,195, Everhot. Cache recirculating hood, from £624, Westin. KA92DA120G American-style fridge freezer, £2,649, Siemens. G4990SCVi dishwasher, £949, Miele. SINKS & TAPS Ionian 4193 deck-mounted bridge mixer with level handles in Pewter, £455, Perrin & Rowe. Double bowl fireclay sink, £673, Shaws of Darwen. ACCESSORIES Utility large pendant lights, £210 each, David Hunt Lighting. No. 1 pendant…

One of the many artists featured on Runway Gallery, an online showcase of modern art, Bruce Atherton studied advanced life painting in Italy after leaving his job as an advertising art director in his twenties in a bid to satisfy his ‘inner Michelangelo’. He has since received international acclaim including commissions from the Vatican. Here, he shares his inspiration and describes his contemporary approach to the traditional art of oil painting. Painting is a form of meditation for me. If I don’t do it everyday, nothing makes sense. I’ll spend at least half my day in my studio in Woolwich, listening to music while I work – anything from alternative punk to Buddhist chants. My taste is pretty eclectic – a bit like my approach to art, really. I’ve worked…

When I was a child, my dad loved to cook over campfires. Breathing in the heady smell of woodsmoke and watching the flames flicker soothes my soul like nothing else. My favourite time of year to gather around a campfire is autumn. There’s something wonderful about huddling up next to flickering flames on a chilly day – it makes me so happy. I’m lucky to live very close to a stunning coastline with secluded coves and beaches. I’ll often walk over the clifftops or pootle by boat across the sea to a secret beach with my partner James and our four boys. It’s not a massive expedition, just far enough to feel like an adventure. We’ll spend the day fishing, diving for spider crabs and collecting clams or mussels to…

For me, the countryside is about family and escapism, and where that happens most is on the border of Wiltshire and Dorset. As I head over the hill from Wilton and down towards Bishopstone in the Chalke Valley, I feel as though I can breathe. It’s like I’ve arrived – I’m home. Both of my parents are from this area, and my father is now buried here. Although I mostly grew up abroad, I did my O- and A-levels at school in Dorset, so by the time my parents moved back when I was in my twenties, I was already familiar with that piece of the English countryside. It’s where we all still come together to regroup as a family, as we’ll be doing this year to celebrate my mother’s…

Bright idea! Anglepoise + Paul Smith Putting the spotlight on innovative British style, Anglepoise and Paul Smith have launched their latest collaboration. British countryside colours dominate – deep earthy burgundy, leaden grey, sky blue, dappled green and rich clay. The collection comprises a Type 75 desk lamp in both standard and mini, as well as a floor lamp. Available online at Anglepoise and in selected retailers. Type 75 floor lamp, £260, Paul Smith at Anglepoise. PIN-SHARP COLOUR-MATCHING AT VALSPAR Pinterest is a brilliant tool to spark your latest home project, but trying to recreate that must-have colour scheme can be tricky. Not any more! The clever clogs at Valspar have come to the rescue with a brand-new tool that analyses images uploaded from Pinterest, then matches the colours to its…

Visit… ‘Dartington Hall (dartington.org) near Totnes. Nestled among the beautiful gardens and stunning architecture of the hall, there is a rustic outdoor play area for children, a delicious café and even a cinema in the barn! There are also regular music and arts events.’ Shop at…‘Greenlife (greenlife. co.uk) in Totnes is a fantastic ethical supermarket offering all things organic, vegetarian and vegan. Favourite interiors shops are Love Frankie (lovefrankie.com) and The Forest & Co (theforestandco.com).’ Go for a meal at… ‘We love to eat fish and chips on the beach with the kids at the Start Bay Inn (startbayinn.co.uk) at Torcross.’…

What’s the best thing about sharing your home with others for work? ‘Watching clients unwind, take in the view and relax. The sea air is immediately calming.’ How does your family life change when clients arrive? ‘We move up to the top floor as a family, so we are self-contained, but the house is large enough for everyone to find their own space and not feel on top of each other.’ How do you switch off? ‘Walking on the seafront, enjoying sundowners in our front garden and sharing the space and beautiful view with friends.’…

“WE’VE GIVEN THE HOUSE A MORE FAMILY-FRIENDLY AND SOCIABLE LAYOUT, WITH THE HELP OF THE NEW EXTENSION” Creating a home with layers of history is not just the preserve of period property dwellers, according to Sophie and Tim Hulbert, owners of this nine-year-old eco house in the Surrey countryside, and parents to three daughters, Poppy, Phoebe and Saffron. ‘Everything we own, every surface we’ve installed, tells our story,’ says Sophie, who is passionate about creating beautifully understated interiors filled with considered details. Indeed, within the smooth – and highly insulated – white walls are many objects from previous generations. A swivel chair in the snug, for instance, belonged to Sophie’s parents when the family lived in the Middle East – recently reupholstered in a gorgeous dark blue corduroy by a…

Atmospheric castle remains lie on the edge of the quiet Welsh market town of Crickhowell in Powys. Further out lies Table Mountain, once home to an Iron Age fort from which the town takes its name, pronounced ‘Crick-owl’. The castle may be past its glory days, but the town is thriving. Set in the beautiful Usk Valley, just inside the Brecon Beacons National Park, its independent high street is characterised by painted frontages and old-fashioned awnings. When a national supermarket tried to get a foot in the door, locals sent them packing, then crowdfunded to buy the site for community-spirited shops. No wonder they scooped both the UK’s Best High Street award in 2018, and the Best Place to Live in Wales, 2019, in the Sunday Times. IN THE ESTATE…

Visit… ‘Stourhead woodlands (woodland trust.org.uk). There’s a circular walk that takes you to King Alfred’s Tower.’ Shop at… ‘Haruka (01458 835383, haruka. co.uk). I love going to Glastonbury and always make a beeline for this bohemian clothes shop.’ Go for a meal at… ‘Mes Amis (01373 830723, mesamiscafedeli.co.uk) is a family-run licensed cafe and deli in Beckington that’s always buzzing. The food is fresh and seasonal, and they have a wonderful deli section, too.’…

Do you have a background in design? Yes, I trained at Parsons School of Design in Paris, where my speciality was photography. I then started my career working in graphic design and art direction, producing some of the largest lighting catalogues in the UK market. What inspired you to take on the creative director role at David Hunt Lighting? The brand’s heritage and its magnificent team of talented craftspeople have stuck with me ever since my internship at just 16 years old. I feel privileged to work for a brand that manufactures here in the UK – it means my work as a designer dovetails every step of the process, from initial drawings to finishing touches. I love that we combine time-honoured craftsmanship with new techniques to ensure every piece…

STEPS AHEAD Set apart by steps but on view from the main space, this pantry makes a strong design statement and still delivers on practicality for anyone who appreciates order. Bridging the divide between new extension and existing building, it also turns a transition zone into a space with its own identity. Indigo blue and walnut veneer shelves make a warm contrast to the white lacquered surfaces in the kitchen. MORNING GLORY Make a built-in pantry work a little harder by doubling it up as a place to make breakfast drinks – you’ll need a hot/sparkling/cold filtered water tap and a small sink. ‘This hidden prep pantry is a great place to gather small appliances that take up counter space, such as coffee machines and toasters. Be sure to work…

NATURAL BEAUTY While some may prefer the consistent looks of synthetic materials, for others, the rustic beauty of natural stone just can’t be beaten. As the hardest stone, granite is the most practical – resistant to heat and scratches – but will need to be protected by a special sealant. More porous stones such as marble, limestone and basalt are susceptible to stains, yet some might say this just adds to the patina of age. ‘Each slab is unique, with individual characteristics, so your worktop doubles as a statement feature in your kitchen,’ says Darren Hopkins, showroom manager and director of sales at Stone Age. NEW ON THE BLOCK While beautiful, natural stone isn’t necessarily best for busy kitchens. The same lavish look can be achieved with Consentino’s Dekton Stonika…

Even as a child, Guy Barker had admired the coach house attached to his parents’ home. At that stage, the building was filled with logs and lawnmowers, with an upstairs room used by his sister for making ceramics. ‘It was cold and leaky, but with a sense of history that I liked,’ says Guy. So when he was looking for his own place, Guy saw the potential in converting the coach house. As the building is listed, he worked carefully to restore its original features, including the timber beams, at the same time as adding a new roof, insulation, an underfloor heating system and modern plumbing and electrics. His key challenge was to get more natural light to flow through the house, something he achieved by adding bifold doors across…

Garden designer, writer, musician, pub quiz addict, enthusiastic bird watcher, wildflower lover, keen conservationist and avid reader, Helen Hays has very little time to spare in her busy country life. A polymath indeed, she lives in a small Yorkshire village, but her horizons are wide, which is reflected in her plant-filled garden. ‘I started gardening as soon as I could walk,’ says Helen. ‘My love of wildflowers stems from my delight in the delicate flat heads of Anthriscus sylvestris (cow parsley) that grew in the lane at the back of our home. When I began to garden more seriously as an adult, I developed a real love for the whole family of umbellifers. As I am a bit of a collector, I found myself searching out everything from the dark-leaved…

WHAT TO PICK, SEE & DO Pick… sloes, in season until December Explore… the Isles of Scilly with guided walks, foraging, wildlife trails and stargazing safaris, 10-14 October (visitislesofscilly.com) Enjoy… delicious food, cookery demos, lots of apple-related products and fun throughout the town at the Bramley Apple Festival in Southwell, Notts, 19 October (visit-nottinghamshire.co.uk) Visit… the pop-up ‘Pumpkin House’ at Brookhill Farm in Thursford, Norfolk, 19-31 October. SCOTTISH STYLE Favourite fashion brand White Stuff has teamed up with up-and-coming textile designer, Eve Campbell, to create a unique new-season collection in a rich colour palette reminiscent of the mosses, rocks and plants found in Eve’s native Scottish countryside. Cardi, £55; Halwell trousers, £65, both Eve Campbell at White Stuff simple ways to… appreciate nature BUILD A COLOUR COLLECTION When…

APPLE, TURMERIC AND FENNEL SOUP There’s nothing better on a cool autumn evening than a warming bowl of spicy soup. I love this recipe; in my mind it’s the perfect balance of savoury, sweet and spicy. SERVES 4 2tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving 2 leeks, trimmed and chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 fennel bulb, roughly chopped, reserving any leaves to garnish 2 cooking apples, such as Bramleys, cored and chopped (about 350g) 2 sprigs of thyme 2tsp ground turmeric 750ml vegetable stock Salt and freshly ground black pepper Handful of walnuts, very roughly chopped Drizzle of runny honey TO SERVE Chilli flakes Fennel leaves 1 Heat the olive oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over a medium heat. 2 Add the leeks, onion and fennel and…