Set on the edge of the West Pennine Moors is an imposing 14th century hall thought to be inhabited by at leat five different ghosts. From persecuted protestants to equine spectres, Smithills Hall is the epitome of the haunted house on the northern moors.
Perched on the doorstep to The Peak District, New Mills in Derbyshire is a small town surrounded by deep hills and and countryside. With a strong industrial heritage and a backdrop of rolling peaks and valleys, New Mills Derbyshire makes for a pretty place with a lot to see:
Like bathrooms, kitchens can be an easy indicator of an era. From linoleum flooring to sparkling granite countertops, there are certain trends that should be avoided, but a style of design that never goes out of style? Farmhouse kitchens. In modest cottages to spacious manors, the farmhouse kitchen provides timeless bucolic appeal. Here is a …
By no means an exhaustive list, this post brings together some of the best libraries in Europe, in part one of a two part post, in a series of astounding libraries throughout the world. From stunning beauty to unbeatable history, these libraries are sure to provide some outstanding library inspiration:
Focusing on history-rich interiors, the popular instagram channel MyOldPub is a treasure trove of inspiring and calming period cottage decor from Kate’s beautiful 16th century former inn in Hertfordshire. From rustic wood beams to roaring open fires here’s a look at Myoldpub‘s stunning period cottage:
Unlike The Monarch’s official residences such as Buckingham Palace or Windsor Castle, Sandringham House, located in Norfolk, is a private residence and is typically home to the Royals at Christmas time, where the whole family convenes for a festive celebration. This post takes a look inside Sandringham House, past and present:
For the northern hemisphere, summer has ended and the next exciting holiday is months away, but fear not! Here’s a list of autumn book recommendations, from soon-to-be-on-screens to lesser-known novels, this post brings together some book recommendations to see you through the next quarter:
Also known as The President’s Guest House, Blair House is a governmental residence in Washington D.C. used to house visiting dignitaries as guests of the president, since the 1940s. Because of its elite clientele and owner, the house has been dubbed ‘the world’s most exclusive hotel’ by Time magazine. This post gives the rest of …
