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Where to brunch in WiltshireBrunch is a sociable kinda meal, and perfect for catching up with those pals you haven't been able to see for a while. Whether it's in a farm cafe or a swanky restaurant, make it long and lazy.
City slickin': what's on in London this summerLondon's shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what's on in the capital.
So what's on in May in Wiltshire?We're so excited about IRL Wiltshire events. Coming up in May there is drive-in cinema, delicious craft sales, Bristol photography exhibitions and more. Let. Me. Out.
Superflashy newsflash!Hot off the press in Wiltshire this week...Glamping rumours, luxe new design shop in Bradford-on-avon, Moulton Hall open gardens, top chefs at Whatley Manor's Paradise Carriage gourmet pop-up
It's bluebell time!We've never been so eager to see these little harbingers of spring - we need that bolt of blue in our lives! Here are the best Wiltshire spots to get that fix - have we forgotten any?

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This luxe Wiltshire childrenswear could make new baby gift shopping a treat, and is eco-friendly too. Emma Oakley makes items to order from Liberty print fabric. I'm wondering whether I could get into them?

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TV’s Georgina Burnett on decor do’s and don’ts

Why she’ll never hang CDs from the ceiling again, plus how to get it right with colour and where to start if you’ve just bought a new property
- THE PIG’s sizzling BBQ burger
  
  BBQ season is upon us and we have just the recipe (with up to 63% off perfectly paired wines) to get the party started, courtesy of Muddy favourites THE PIG and Naked Wines.
- Tom Kitchin’s Salmon and Spinach Lasagne
  
  Need a new mid-week meal? This Scandi salmon take on a lasagne (with 63% off Muddy recommended wine pairings) can be prepared in advance and is totally delicious.
Wellbeing
- Morning routines of happy women: Katy Hill
  
  How the hell does Katy Hill keep her life and looks in tip top shape? The TV star spills the beans on her get-up-and-go morning routine.
- Easy! Buy these, and sleep better
  
  Having trouble sleeping? Us and half the world right now! Here's what the Muddy team have in their shopping baskets to help with some much-needed shut-eye.

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City slickin’: what’s on in London this summer

London’s shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what’s on in the capital.
- Clear the schedule! TV worth watching this week
  
  Still not quite warm enough to hang around outside all evening without a sheepskin coat, is it? So, get yourself indoors, sneakily hitch up the heating and watch one of these fab shows instead.
- What’s on in Wiltshire summer 2021
  
  There's so much to look forward to this summer in Wiltshire (and boy do we need it) with comedy, outdoor theatre, glamping and music festivals. On your marks, get booking!
- What’s on the box? 9 shows to watch this week
  
  Feeling exhausted from too much actual face-to-face interaction? Yeah, us too. So grab yourself a cuppa, a packet of chocolate digestives, and have a bit of one-to-one time with the television.
- Unearth the remote: 9 shows to watch this week
  
  If you haven’t managed to book yourself a table at the local gastropub but are in the market for some entertainment, look no further: here’s Muddy’s pick of the best telly this week

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Want to support local? Our curated pick of the most creative, unique and brilliant businesses near you.

The Field Kitchen, Holt

Hartley Farm Kitchen, Winsley

Leigh House, Bradford-on-Avon

The Cricklade Club, North Wiltshire

Fosse Farmhouse, Castle Combe

The Bunch of Grapes, Bradford-on-avon

Castle Farm, Midford

Kitchen Sisters, Marlborough

Pythouse Kitchen Garden, near Salisbury

The Weaving Shed, Bradford on Avon

The Potting Shed Pub, Crudwell

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Where to brunch in Wiltshire

Brunch is a sociable kinda meal, and perfect for catching up with those pals you haven’t been able to see for a while. Whether it’s in a farm cafe or a swanky restaurant, make it long and lazy.
- Pubs with gorgeous gardens in Wilts
  
  Praise be, the pubs are opening – and just in time for summer weather! Here are some of the best pub gardens to enjoy a socially-distanced sip in across Wilts. Cheers!
- Top 100 gastropubs 2021 revealed
  
  What better week for the reveal of the country's best gastropubs than the start of lockdown easing? Here are the two winners in Wiltshire - phones at the ready to bag your table.

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Ideas to get your finances into shape for 2021

The beginning of the year is always about renewal, resolutions and healthy regimes. But the fallout from Covid has shown how financial wellbeing is also vital – and too often overlooked. Muddy limbers up for a money MOT.
Kids
- Prep your investment early!
  
  ‘Catching up’ education after Covid remains a hot topic and many parents are turning to independent schools for the first time. We talk to Warminster Prep’s Head of Prep, Phil Titley, on why investing early in your child's education has never been so crucial.
- May’s top releases for Children’s Book Week
  
  It's Children's Book Week! Need some new reading material for your little bookbugs? These seven new releases should have them captivated (and quiet).

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Green age kicks! eco-cool trainers

There’s nothing like box fresh white trainers to put a spring in your step. The good news for the planet is that this lot tick the stylish and sustainable box too.
- Word up! Slogan sweats to buy now
  
  Can't find the words to say it yourself? Say it with a sweater! Here are eight cool slogan jumpers we're coveting right now, all from indie shops and brands.
- 2021 fashion collabs you need to know
  
  When high fashion met high street. Here are the new season fashion collabs we're lusting after this month (with surprisingly affordable price tags).

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- Get ready to go outside: SPFs for every skin type
  
  The sun is (just) starting to make itself felt and while that brings happiness, joy and vitamin D, it also means more time outdoors. Get prepped with the best facial SPFs.
- Skincare SOS – your winter essentials
  
  Zoom close-ups making you wince? Cold winter days and dry central heating are playing havoc with our skin. Try these hero products for a dose of much-needed hydration.

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Morning routines of happy women: Katy Hill

How the hell does Katy Hill keep her life and looks in tip top shape? The TV star spills the beans on her get-up-and-go morning routine.
- Six lockdown heroines to celebrate IWD
  
  It’s been a bit of a year so to mark International Women’s Day 2021, we thought we’d big up six women who have impressed, delighted and inspired us over the past 12 months.
- See this! Refugees: Forced to Flee, Imperial War Museum, London
  
  If you're in the Big Smoke, this acclaimed new exhibition exploring 100 years of refugee experiences, features cutting edge research by a team at Warwick University - and it's free.
- Recipes, courtesy of Giffords Circus
  
  Roll up, roll up! ... Put some razzle-dazzle back into mealtime monotony with a double whammy of scrumptious, summery dishes from Giffords Circus' new cookbook.
- Have you got a teen in lockdown?
  
  Tetchy and uncommunicative at the best of times - but enough about me. Need some help with your frustrated and very bored teen? Read on, we have tips!

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Top places to stop on your way to Cornwall and the South West

Driving down to your staycation and need somewhere to have lunch, walk the dog, let the kids run or even take a nap? We’ve sniffed out the best places to stop near the south-west’s major routes.
- City slickin’: what’s on in London this summer
  
  London's shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what's on in the capital.
- 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