Simple pleasures
They say the best things in life are the simple things. (Tell that to a teenager squatting in front of a video screen.) But there’s a lot of truth in this saying. And whether you’re two or ninety two, just getting out into the countryside opens up a wealth of pleasures you just can’t find anywhere else.
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They’re innocent, unsophisticated pastimes - an antidote to the super-sophisticated electronic world we inhabit in our ordinary lives - and all the better for that.
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Our world beating gardens are like little visions of paradise. People and wildlife breathe life into these beauty-inspired creations.
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From the spicy and aromatic delights of curries to the remarkable range of English cheeses and tantalising choices of seafood available, we explore the essence of flavour.
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Organic food and local produce are the new buzz words in the food industry. Head out to the country for a hearty and healthy meal.
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