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4 weeks ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
We bring you all the best Easter hampers for 2025, from brands like Fortnum & Mason, Cutter & Squidge and Biscuiteers.
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4 weeks ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
Unsplash Unsplash The tea time alarm might be one big prank, but us Brits do take our tea seriously – and we all have a preference when it comes to the superior brew. So which is the UK’s favourite tea? A new survey has revealed the most popular British tea brand for 2025, with Yorkshire Tea coming out tops. New Survey Reveals UK’s Favourite Tea Global brand tracking leader Tracksuit surveyed 6,000 adults to find out the UK’s favourite tea. Yorkshire Tea got the highest vote, with 24 percent...
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1 month ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
Spring has sprung in the capital, bringing with it a whole host of exciting new foodie openings. So where should we be booking for catch ups and celebrations next month? Here are the new restaurants opening in London this April, from a buzzy Taiwanese noodle restaurant to a tapas bar centred around brioche.
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1 month ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
Getty Images Getty Images Taking part in the London Marathon this April? No doubt you’re racking up some impressive mileage each week to prepare your body to take on the notoriously tough challenge. But however much training you do, and whatever your ability level, there are certain common side effects to expect while running for 26.2 miles. Read on to find out what happens to your body during a marathon (and don’t let this put you off: there’s no better feeling than picking up your medal...
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1 month ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
BBC Studios/Bad Wolf/James Pardon BBC Studios/Bad Wolf/James Pardon Doctor Who fans, we have some good news: Ncuti Gatwa is soon to return to our screens for his second season as The Doctor. The trailer dropped yesterday, giving us a first look at Gatwa alongside his new companion Belinda Chandra (Varadu Sethu), a human who left Earth and finds herself unable to get back. So what can we expect? Doctor Who Season 2: The Trailer Is Here What’s The Plot? Season two of Doctor Who (or season 15 of...
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1 month ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
Getty Images Getty Images Last week, the nation cheered on Radio 1 presenter and podcaster Jamie Laing as he completed a whopping five ultramarathons in five days. He ran from London to Salford, racking up a total of 150 miles and raising over £2 million for Comic Relief – describing it as simultaneously ‘the hardest’ and ‘the most beautiful’ thing he’s ever done. While seeing Laing’s swollen knees and battered feet would be enough to swear some people off running for life, no doubt his...
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1 month ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
Looking for a bit of light relief after sobbing through the final episode of Adolescence? We’ve got just the ticket: Shonda Rhimes’ latest comedy-drama The Residence, a witty whodunnit set in the White House. With eight episodes and a star-studded line-up which includes a cameo from Kylie Minogue, it’s the perfect show to binge on a weekend – but is there any truth to the plot? The Residence: Plot, Cast, InspirationWhat Is The Residence About?
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1 month ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
Unsplash Unsplash One guru is dominating the self-help sphere right now: podcaster and motivational speaker Mel Robbins. Sound bites of her straightforward, research-backed tools for living a better life are all over TikTok and Instagram, from her viral morning routine to the five-second rule. But the concept that’s getting the most attention at the moment? Her Let Them theory, a mindset hack to help you regain control of your life. What Is The Let Them Theory? People not matching our...
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1 month ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
In 2024, Waitrose created the year’s trendiest Easter treat: a speckled pistachio egg encased inside a chocolate one. But this year M&S has stolen the crown with its giant custard cream egg, which is all the rage on TikTok right now. This Is The M&S Easter Egg To Add To Your WishlistWith its silky cream filling and signature design, the humble custard cream has been beloved for over 100 years. But the M&S version really takes the biscuit.
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1 month ago | 
countryandtownhouse.com | Ellie Smith
Unsplash Unsplash Is your TikTok FYP filled with videos of a bright red drink right now? That’s ABC juice, the platform’s latest trending tipple. It’s nothing complex: the catchy name stands for apple, beetroot and carrot juice, but devotees are hailing it as a wonder drink that helps with everything from boosting skin health to aiding digestion. Keen to give it a try? We share a recipe below. How To Make ABC Juice What Is ABC Juice? ABC juice is a simple juice made with three key...
