Landscape Magazine

LandScape magazine is a breath of fresh air, capturing the very best of every season. Every two months, join us to: - Celebrate the joy of the garden - Learn simple seasonal recipes - Enjoy traditional British crafts - Wonder at the beauty of nature and the countryside The magazine is a haven from the pressures of modern living; a chance to slow down... and most importantly, a reminder of the good things in life. Take time to appreciate everything that nature creates and inspires.

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Readers’ Letters • Sharing your news and views of country life

Landscape Magazine

Our LandScape • The best of the season to inspire and admire

HILLSIDE GARDEN LIT UP WITH GOLDEN DANCERS • Sitting on the slopes of the Malvern Hills, with far-reaching views, Perrycroft has a mix of naturalistic and formal planting, in harmony with its surroundings

The garden in… March • Kari-Astri Davies is welcoming spring, sowing seeds, and regretting a couple of wayward plant purchases

ETHEREAL CLOUDS OF GOSSAMER BLOOMS • A cherry tree in full flower is a vision of loveliness; its fleeting beauty a symbol of grace and renewal

In the garden • Seasonal ideas for your outdoor space

HERBS IN GEOMETRIC PATTERNS • Cut-out bricks, set into the ground, frame fragrant herbs in an unusual garden feature that is simple to construct

GARLANDS TO CELEBRATE SPRING • Wreaths made using flexible stems from the garden are dressed with cheerful blooms to welcome the new season

BOUNTY OF THE SEA • Light, yet succulent, fish dishes are not only fresh and tasty, but full of goodness too

THE TASTE OF EASTER • Chocolate truffles with a spiced fruit filling are a twist on traditional buns and are delicious gifts for the celebrations

In the kitchen • Inspiring seasonal ideas and recipes

CHOCOLATE INTENSITY IN EVERY BITE • Rich and chewy, brownies hit the sweet spot and can be adapted to create a variety of indulgent treats

HANDSOME TRADING HUB BY THE CANALSIDE • Surrounded by fertile land with waterway links, Market Harborough is a thriving market town in the heart of England built on agriculture and industry

REELED IN BY THE LURE OF AN AGE-OLD CRAFT • A fifth-generation withy pot weaver, Dave French is one of the last remaining makers of these traditional fishermen’s baskets, used for centuries to catch crabs and lobsters

In the home • Seasonal decorative touches to bring the outdoors in

EGGS STAND TO AT TENTION • A holder crafted from salvaged timber makes a natural, rustic accessory for the kitchen

PETALS UNFURL FROM PAPER COILS • This simple and absorbing craft uses only a few basic materials to create intricate, tactile botanical designs

WILD ISLE’S STAIRWAY TO A GUIDING LIGHT • The dramatic location of South Stack Lighthouse, on a tiny, rugged islet off Anglesey, is made all the more spectacular by the natural wonders that surround it

The countryside in… March • Karen Youngs discovers she is not the only one to be making the most of the changing season

BOOMING CALL OF AN ENIGMATIC BIRD • Hidden in the reed beds, the bittern is more likely to be heard than seen, but the male’s deep, haunting cry is an auditory experience

Readers’ crafts • These pages are dedicated to sharing projects and showcasing the talents of our popular Makes & Bakes group