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Vive la France! Where to book for any occasion
To celebrate French borders reopening to Brits, we've curated a list of our favourite escapes across the channel from ski holidays to under the radar city breaks and multi-generational getaways.
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Top Gastropubs 2022 revealed
Find out which of our Rutland and Leicestershire local pubs made the cut.
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Leicester Comedy Festival: here come the girls!
From witty to wacky, daring to dog-obsessed, here's the best female comedians you don't want to miss at this year's Leicester Comedy Festival.
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Peek behind the scenes of the RSC’s Much Ado About Nothing
The RSC's latest production includes costumes by one of Beyonce's designers and music from a guitarist who worked with Amy Winehouse. We take a look.
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Property flirt! Can you guess the price?
Love peering around a fancy house! Here, have a virtual tour of this four bedroom farmhouse in Rutland and then guess the price!
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The best local culture picks for 2022
Culture vultures grab your diaries, we've rounded up everything you can't afford to miss in 2022. There's loads of cool stuff on locally - think theatre, gigs, festivals and more. See you there!
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Culture’s calling! What to see in London in 2022
Thrilling theatre, exhilarating art, fantastic festivals - these are the tickets you need to book now. Settle in for a capital city culture hitlist, and a jam-packed 2022.
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Healthy Local Eats
Love eating out but want to try and cut down on the calories? Eat out or order in from one of these top-notch eateries without feeling guilty.
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How to get motivated to workout
It’s cold and wet outside, and the sofa is soooo cosy... do you spend more time talking yourself out of a workout? Here's how to stop the excuses and get your sweat on!
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The restaurants you need to try this year
Want the lowdown on where to be eating locally? Here's our pick of the best places to eat in 2022!
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7 cool places to enjoy Veganuary 2022
Are you taking on the veganuary challenge this year? Eat out at one of these cool and quirky local spots for a vegan fix you won't regret and support local indie businesses at the same time!
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On your marks, get set, RUN!
Fancy challenging yourself this year? Then you could do a lot worse than booking yourself onto these Rutland and Leicestershire races. Lace up your trainers, take a breath and dig deep.
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Witness the fitness! Best sportswear to buy now
There's loads of gorgeous new sportswear in the shops and online at the moment. Hop, skip and jump this way for the Muddy edit.
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Trend barometer! What’s hot (or not) for 2022
Pinterest has released its predictions for the biggest (and most bonkers) trends in 2022 - but what do you think? Let's head to the Muddy trend-o-meter to find out…
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Green for go! 10 sustainable holidays
Want to do your bit for the environment while enjoying your hols? Check out these eco-friendly hot spots which are clean, green and keen on a bit of luxury too.
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8 health and fitness books to kick-start your 2022
New year, new bod: Get your exercise groove on with one of these new wave of bespoke fitness books catering for everyone, from angry yogis to gym sceptics
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Period drama hotties coming in 2022
Ladies, loosen that corset lest you faint dead away! Here's a sneak peak at the upcoming period drama men getting us hot under the collar in 2022, plus 11 more historical hotties to drool over.
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Hair trends 2022: the new styles to try this year
Is this the year to shake up your style? From the French bob to buttermilk balayage, awesome award-winning salon group Haringtons give the lowdown on 22’s most coveted looks
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Best spa breaks to book now
Robe and fluffy slippers at the ready! It's time to revitalise for the new year with some serious pampering, and these spa breaks are the best way to do it. Meet you in the jacuzzi...
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Escape by rail to these 7 heavenly new hotels
No flight, no faff... hop on the train to these gorgeous new hotels from the newest Pig Hotel to a Peaks treehouse and a cheeky little number in Paris
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Muddy meets: Phoebe Dynevor & Kerry Fox
The hottest new UK actress and the queen of indie film star in the new Sky Original biopic The Colour Room. They talk kissing protocol, brave film choices and 1920s girl power.
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How to nail the perfect script, by The Colour Room’s Claire Peate
Autumn’s hottest film is nearly here starring Phoebe Dynevor as 1930s ceramicist Clarice Cliff. We talk pottery, writing tips and channeling Clarice with writer Claire Peate
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5 easy ways to go plastic-free in your kitchen
You've got your canvas shopping bag and your food bin - now try these five simple swaps to earn serious eco creds (and save the planet, obv).
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Where to rent, repair and sell gorgeous designer clothes
Madonna's cone bra is now available to rent! It's ethical, eco and everywhere... here's where you can rent, repair and sell-on stylish clothes, from Christmas party outfits to eye-catching clutch bags
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Where are the Best Places to Live 2022?
Our obsession with upping sticks and moving shows no sign of abating. Lucky then that for our new intake of Best Places to Live we've partnered with Strutt & Parker estate agents!
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5 of the best… sofas
Kick those shoes off and settle in: it's the speed-round Muddy edit of the most important thing you'll ever buy — a sofa. Squashy, stylish, easy to clean...how do you like 'em?
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Wow house: how to style (and shoot) your home like a pro
We scrolled through the fabulous portfolio of photographer Ellie Walpole to glean her top tips and tricks for making your interiors stand out.
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How to hang art in your home
Left-a-bit-right-a-bit. Yup, that's it.... we speak to the experts at an award-winning gallery to demystify the art of hanging art. Rawlplugs at the ready?
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4 simple, stylish ways to revamp your home
'Tis the season to make your house beautiful - so kickstart your dream project with our tips on what's trending right now, PLUS £500 to spend at the brilliant Brewers Decorator Centres
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Italy, Mr Bond? 24 hours in Matera
Make mine a martini, shaken not stirred while we tell you our insider tips on how to best experience the coolest city you've probably never heard of.
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A new leaf: your 10 autumn wardrobe essentials
Bright knits, checks, big handbags, even bigger boots. We've got your autumn/winter 2021 fashion fix sorted.
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65 paw-fect dog-friendly stays
Have pooch, will travel? You betcha! Here are 65 stays across the Muddy counties that are all Fido-friendly, from stunning stately homes to rural cottage staycations.
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16 of the best places to holiday in the UK
Choosing a UK holiday? Then you're going to want to check out our bang-up-to-date insider guides to these top towns and cities across the Muddy counties.
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Does the world need another online school?
Pearson Online Academy UK Global thinks so! With the launch of the educational behemoth's founding school in September, Muddy gets the lowdown from Principal Jo Vigneron
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Your health questions answered!
Don’t understand why the weight won’t shift? Have a back that’s reminiscent of Quasimodo? Muddy puts your questions to Healthily’s chief medical officer, Professor Maureen Baker
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Muddy talks parenting with Lorraine Candy
“All teenage girls think their mums are a bit rubbish”. Journalist and mother of four Lorraine Candy talks parenting, moody teens and motherhood with Muddy.
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Can Haringtons tame the Muddy mane?
Fly-away hair with lots of grey? Not just me then... The challenge for award-winning hairdresser and colourist Barry was to create a style that will still look good a week later
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Their words: what kids really think of online school
What if you're too scared to put your hand up in class, too exhausted to get out of bed, struggle with SEN, or too busy playing golf? Four kids explain why they made the switch and what they think of life at InterHigh, an online school.
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Affordable French skincare for va-va-voom glow
We've unearthed eight French pharmacy brands with that certain je ne sais quoi. Here's your passport to a natural glow a la Marion Cotillard... and the best bit? It won't break the bank
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Nine divine holiday rentals to book now for an autumn break
If you didn't have sharp enough elbows to get your summer holiday staycation nailed, fear not. Here are the holiday rentals to book now for an autumn weekend escape
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I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!
The rainclouds may be out in force (seriously spring, what's going on?!), but this sunny griddled pineapple with vanilla and cinnamon ice cream should brighten up your day.
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Jason Atherton’s Spanish Chicken Casserole
Michelin-starred casserole for dinner? Yes please! Make this Spanish dish from chef Jason Atherton, plus save up to 63% on Naked Wines to pair with it. Muy bueno!
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Waffles for breakfast? Yes please!
What do you get when you cross a chocolate brownie, a waffle maker and a handful of strawberries? Heaven on a plate! Sate your sweet tooth with this delicious recipe.
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Weekly watchlist: the 10 best things on TV this week
Comfies on! We've compiled ten of the best things on TV this week, ripe and ready for you to binge. From monster-packed rom-coms to Oscar-buzz dramas, it's your pick...
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15 must-have accessories for outdoor dining in style
Out with the scratched melamine, in with stylish cups, cocktail shakers, candelabra, and cutlery. Here's our guide to the wow accessories that will make your alfresco meal sparkle
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58 things to glam up your garden
Garden parties are go, people! But, oh God — is that really the state of the patio? Glam up the garden and impress your guests with these 58 must-have garden objects.
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This year’s 12 must-see Oscar movies
Cinemas are shut, popcorn consumption is dangerously low but the Oscar noms are in. We have the skinny on what, where and when you can watch this year's best in show.
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Two Minute Truths: School Fees
Worried about your child's education? Watch our brand new Two Minute Truths video on how to plan for school fees, in association with Schroders Personal Wealth.
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Cheaper than therapy: brilliant self-help books
Being stuck inside for a year hasn’t done us a ton of good, but help is at hand. Try one of these tomes designed to get our work, home and head space in order.
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Wear the rainbow! Bright knits for a lockdown lift
Lockdown monotony getting you down? Here's a fun idea: brighten up your Zoom calls (and your mood) with a different rainbow knit for every day of the week.
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Boredom begone: online courses & classes to do right now
Bored at home? No longer! Muddy's been hard at work finding you the very best online class to do in your county. From computer coding to nipple tassels, we've got it all.
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Grab the sunnies: our 2021 travel bucket list
It's been so long, holidays have taken on a rather emotional hue. So we asked our editors how they really want to spend their annual leave. Expect cocktails, cities, and plenty of sun.
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Two Minute Truths: Financial care for parents
Organising care for ageing parents can be a tricky topic to handle – and expensive too. Watch our video for the insider info you need to plan properly for this lifestyle stage.
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The Simple Life: pared-back properties in nature
Looking to get away from it all? Try one of these dreamy pared-back properties for a taste of pastoral living. From projects crying out for TLC to sprawling listed mansions, we've got it all.
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Best new fitness tech for 2021
Need something to help those workouts along? Itching for some new tech in the new year? Read on for the Muddy edit of the best flashy fitness buys of 2021.
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Listen up! Best wellbeing podcasts
Want to boost your wellbeing? Hell yeah! While we can’t go to the gym right now, we can go on long solo walks with inspirational podcasts. Here's our pick.
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Two Minute Truths: Going Single
Decided to call time on your relationship? Watch the first video in our brand new Two Minute Truths series for expert advice on planning financially for your new beginning.
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40 of the best indie coffee roasters
Can't function without your morning brew? Try one of these delicious artisan blends, from indie coffee roasters across the Muddy counties, to kickstart your day with a caffeine boost.