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I'm Joanna, editor of Muddy Wiltshire, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.
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Spotlight
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Fine dining in Wilts - meet our Muddy winner!The Riverbarn has just won Best Restaurant in Wiltshire in the Muddy Stilettos Awards, and boy does it deserve that accolade. Loosen your trousers, we’re about to get tasting.
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Surviving the summerIf the thought of six long weeks with the nippers has you reaching for the gin at 10am, don't worry. Children's life coach Lisa Parkes is here to help
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Swim. Eat. Spa.The Bristol Lido: the closest you'll get to the Med in the city. A lazy swim in a turquoise infinity pool, followed by an alfresco glass of cool white wine and some delish tapas. Sound good to you? Thought so.
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Muddy travels: Kalkan, TurkeyIt may be off some people's holiday list this year, but not in the Muddy household and here are lots of excellent reasons why!
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It’s not too late – Summer Festivals in Wilts and beyondHey music lover! Load up with pear cider (leave the wellies at home, you won’t be needing them), and check out the best local summer music festivals. See you down the front…
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Monty and Mabel'sWiltshire's first doggy cafe is absolutely....wait for it....the cat's whiskers. Ha, got you there!
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Sisters Are Doin' It For ThemselvesHow two close friends uncovered the most important female friendships in literature
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Three Go Mad in Dorset … WaterparkBounce, slide and splash your way across a giant inflatable, floating obstacle course – and not just for kids
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Going autumnalReady for autumn. Uh, no not yet, thanks very much. But I bet I'll sway you with these ideas of how to create a the cosiest of autumn snugs
What's On
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Go alfresco: Wiltshire pubs with great gardens
Is there anything more British than a pub garden? Whether you want your green space near a river, meadow, or city, we’ve scoured Wilts for the best in show
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Country pub nirvana
Could The Bell at Sapperton be one of the most perfect country pubs in England? Well, it won the Muddy Award for Best Pub in Gloucs, so I thought I better go and see!
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Muddy Does Cool Pubs: The Vine Tree, Malmesbury
It’s the school hols, the Mudlets are out en masse and guess what? I'm going to take them...
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The Bell at Ramsbury
I’m off to cheer myself up with a good ole stuff up in the oh-so-delightful village of Ramsbury.
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Edinburgh Fringe tips
Get the best from the fest with Sussex Ed Debbie’s handy guide to how to plan your gig-going
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Cool down with 15% off Forest Holidays
Beautifully-appointed, luxury cabins for families set in stunning Forestry Commission woodland in the most stunning parts of the UK. And... breathe.
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Prince Hill House
Stay for a day and you'll never want to leave this beautifully refurbished gem in the heart of Wilts
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Activities
It’s getting hot in here…
Hey hot stuff! Bit sweaty? What you need is our pick of the best pools and river spots to cool down in. Just add sun lotion and…are you ready to chill?
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Travel Guides
Alpine adventure calling!
Done Paris and Prague for a city break? Seeking the great outdoors and family adventure? Here are 5 reasons you’ll love a mountain holiday (not just for winter!)
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Overseas Travel
Caribbean insider
The Caribbean. Cocktails, white sands, turquoise seas, no kids…nope, scratch that…kids in tow but still, it’s the place to be. Book now, and enjoy a gorgeous summer!
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Bikini vs swimsuit? The Muddy debate
Bikini or swimsuit? Don’t go anywhere near a sun lounger this summer until you’ve read this.
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Heads Up
Tis the season of weddings, regattas and races and you know what that means – hats, hats, hats! Follow our 5 tips to help you top off your outfit in style.
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Gotta Have It
It's hard to make basket bags chic, but Rae Feather has aced it. We love the accessory designer's super-cool personalised designs.
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Paula’s Choice
Troublesome skin? We have two words words for you: Paula's Choice. This little-known Canadian skincare range is about to become your new buffed and glowing BFF
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West End Kids
Heading to the big smoke this summer? Need a few hours to snooze in the dark? Keep the Mudlets entertained with our pick of the best kids’ theatre in town
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Muddy Book Club: beach reads bonanza!
Sunglasses on, sunlounger primed, children gagged - it's Muddy's best holiday books!
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Book now: the best outdoor theatre this summer
From Shakespeare to Dickens to Austen and beyond: there's an al fresco production for everyone this season.
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It’s circus time!
Ever dreamed of running away to the circus? This brilliantly quirky summer family outing will revive all your fantasies.
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See This: The Third Policeman
Get the scoop on Miracle Theatre’s brilliantly bonkers, touring summer show
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Gardening div? We’ve got tips for you
Love gardening but it's a jungle out there? Grab the secateurs and read our top summer tips
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A Very Clean Day Out
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's...Well, I'm not quite sure what it is. But it's pretty cool!
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Wellbeing
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Discover Equine Assisted Therapy
Love horses? You don't need to, to experience the wonders of equine assisted therapy
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Work driving you nuts? We have a book for that
Career crisis? We’re here to help with five ace new self-help books.
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Kids
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Ten things to do with the kids in London
Planning a trip to London this Summer? Here are 10 attractions in the capital you absolutely blooming shouldn't miss
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Loving Hinskey Lido – check it out!
I tried the Hinksey Lido in central Oxford a few days ago and didn’t have any great expectations, but well, well, well, it’s just FAB
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