Sarah Barratt

United Kingdom

Writer and Journalist at Freelance

Features Writer at Country Living magazine

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Tour a 'radical but respectful' renovation of two Victorian Yorkshire cottages

2 months ago | msn.com | Sarah Barratt

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Tour A 'Radical But Respectful' Renovation Of Two Victorian Yorkshire Cottages

2 months ago | countryliving.com | Sarah Barratt

When Lee Thornley, founder of acclaimed tile manufacturer Bert & May, moved into this characterful 19th-century cottage with his partner Philip and daughters Lyla and Iris in 2022, their approach to renovation was dramatic but sensitive. “Although the cottages had been joined and extended, it was a warren of small rooms,” recalls Lee.
Sophie Robinson, interiorista británica, muestra la espectacular reforma de su casa de campo

2 months ago | nuevoestilo.es | Sarah Barratt

Un piso pequeño decorado con estilo vintage y mucho encantoUna casa en el centro de Murcia con diseño ecléctico Una casa en una icónico edificio de Valencia con vistas bonitasUna casa pequeña en el Casco Viejo de BilbaoEn el mundo del diseño de interiores y en arquitectura, hemos escuchado en muchas ocasiones la famosa frase atribuida a Mies Van der Rohe "menos es más". Pues bien, en lo que respecta a Sophie Robinson, "más es definitivamente más".
Take a look around this interior designer's Sussex farmhouse

Aug 6, 2024 | countryliving.com | Sarah Barratt

Popular idiom be damned. As far as Sophie Robinson is concerned, more is most definitely more. “My schemes are full-on. There’s a lot of colour, a lot of trim, a lot of everything,” says the interior designer, TV presenter and confirmed maximalist, known for her love of bright hues and bold patterns.
An expert guide on how to grow strawberries in your garden

Jun 5, 2024 | msn.com | Sarah Barratt

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The plan to revive the UK’s ancient woods

Apr 22, 2024 | positive.news | Sarah Barratt

Ancient woodlands like Fingle Woods in Devon have provided sanctuary to rare species for some 400 years. With help, there’s plenty of life in these old woods yetWe underestimate the elderly at our peril. They may look gnarly and a little unkempt, but Britain’s ancient woodlands are our richest terrestrial habitat, home to more threatened species than any other. They’re also vital in tackling the climate crisis – storing an estimated 77m tonnes of carbon.
Our Dream Farm: Matt Baker stars in brand new show looking for rural talent

Apr 7, 2024 | prima.co.uk | Sarah Barratt

Matt Baker is back on our screens with a major new series, Our Dream Farm, airing on Channel 4. The much-loved presenter, who lives on an organic sheep farm, has long been a champion of the British countryside – and aims to shed light on what it really takes to be a tenant farmer in his latest programme. “This show is a passion project,” says Matt, who produced it as well as being the presenter. “We are putting British farming on prime-time television.
Our Dream Farm with Matt Baker: Filming locations, dates and farming tenancies explained

Apr 5, 2024 | countryliving.com | Sarah Barratt

Matt Baker is back on our screens with a major new series, Our Dream Farm, airing on Saturday night as 8pm on Channel 4. The much-loved presenter, who lives on an organic sheep farm, has long been a champion of the British countryside – and aims to shed light on what it really takes to be a tenant farmer in his latest programme. Matt, the famously affable anchorman, currently fronts two prime-time TV shows: the all new Our Dream Farm on Saturday nights and Countryfile on Sundays.
Is this the blueprint for a food bank that’s more human? - Positive News

Mar 25, 2024 | positive.news | Sarah Barratt

The Bread and Butter Thing runs food banks across the UK, with a crucial difference. Through the ways they connect communities, these hubs go further, and could form a model for others It’s a complete mystery what food you’ll be leaving with when you arrive at one of the 120 UK hubs run by The Bread and Butter Thing. What’s guaranteed, however, is a chat with some friendly faces and lots of cups of tea.
Coastal foraging: Meet the couple whose office is a spectacular sandy beach

Feb 26, 2024 | countryliving.com | Sarah Barratt

It's early afternoon on Middle Beach at Studland in Dorset. Waves lap at the golden sand, billowy clouds sweep across the sky and a soft breeze rolls off the water. It may look like a living postcard, but this is Jade and Dan Scott’s office. The founders of beachside events company Fore Adventure, they're welcoming guests to their Kayak, Fish, Forage & Feast supper club. There'll be no sandy snacks and soggy sandwiches today; instead, the group will enjoy a banquet of sea spaghetti and fresh fish.