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Spotlight
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Loads and blooming LOADS of things to do with the kids this summerSummer holidays are here, oh lord stock up on the gin! You'll cruise it with the Muddy survival holiday guide
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Express Muddy newsWill you indulge us while we toot our horn? We'll make it snappy.
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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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Sisters Are Doin' It For ThemselvesHow two close friends uncovered the most important female friendships in literature
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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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Woolley Grange – spot on luxury for families
Any hotel that collects the Mudlets from my room for brekkie and lets me sleep in is top notch in my book. Check out the Family Luxury Hotel that is Woolley Grange
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Need a seaside fix? Six great beach day trips in under 3 hours
Feel the sand between your toes within a couple of hours - hurray for Muddy's best beach day trips!
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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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Most Read
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Hotels
Say Namaste to Asia Gardens
Bruce Willis and Penelope Cruz have stayed at this beautiful Asian paradise, just two hours away
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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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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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Tassel-tastic!
It's summer, it's the law that you must wear tassels! Here are our favourite dangly delights, starting with these cute, colourful earrings from Nellie & Dove.
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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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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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A hive of culture
Is it a gallery? A cafe? Artists studios? It's all three, and more - Muddy just loves the cool and quirky Fisherton Mill in Salisbury
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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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Time for a Speedy Supper?
Haven't got a clue what to make for dinner? Top food writer Diana Henry's prawn, fennel and tomato pilaf is here to help.
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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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Wellbeing
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How to surf summer
The trick to riding a summer high is to just go with the flow, says yoga and wellbeing expert Claire Beeley. Here are her eight top tips.
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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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A day out with kids in Bath
Where to go, what to do, places to eat and shop – and the best rope swing in town
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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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