LandScape magazine is a breath of fresh air, capturing the very best of every season. Every two months, join us to: - Celebrate the joy of the garden - Learn simple seasonal recipes - Enjoy traditional British crafts - Wonder at the beauty of nature and the countryside The magazine is a haven from the pressures of modern living; a chance to slow down... and most importantly, a reminder of the good things in life. Take time to appreciate everything that nature creates and inspires.

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Landscape Magazine

Our LandScape • The best of the season to inspire and admire

THE CHRISTMAS GARDEN • Highfield Hollies arboretum in Hampshire celebrates the beauty and variety of the festive plant with its frosted sculptural topiary

LOUISE’S FAVOURITE HOLLIES

The garden in... December • Kari-Astri Davies is looking back at an unusual year and welcoming Christmas with a wreath of festive plants

EXOTIC BACKDROP

POTS OF FESTIVE CHEER • Adding decorative touches to the garden as well as the home creates a joyful atmosphere to be enjoyed all season long

WINTER’S PURE WHITE

HARDY CLEMATIS FOR SPRINGTIME COLOUR • These award-winning alpine clematis not only look stunning, but are also tough enough to withstand even the coldest UK winters

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A FROSTED VEIL • Salt crystals enveloping a glass create intricate patterns illuminated by a glowing candle within

In the garden • Seasonal ideas for your outdoor space

A CELEBRATION OF FLAVOUR • Golden glazed meat dishes, berry-studded desserts and indulgent cocktails make for a festive spread rich in colour and taste

GLOSSED WITH GOLD • Glazing a roast not only adds flavour, but makes it even more appetising when serving for guests over the festive season

A SMALLER BIRD

JEWELS FOR THE CHRISTMAS TABLE • Bead-like and bold of hue, cranberries not only bring a fruity tang to bakes and savoury dishes, but add a decorative festive touch too

In the kitchen • Inspiring seasonal ideas and recipes

SPIRALS OF SWEET INDULGENCE • Roulades of cream wrapped in soft sponge or sugary meringue are the perfect after-dinner treat for the festive celebrations

ROLLING TIP

A YULETIDE TRADITION • At his Devon kitchen, George Hollywood makes special puddings for a true taste of Christmas

George’s gin butter

SURPRISES WITHIN • Pretty knitted crackers, each containing a small gift, make delightful additions to the festive table and can be reused year after year

CITY OF TOWERS CASTS ITS MAGIC • The hilltop cathedral and ancient castle which stand above the cobbled streets and timbered buildings of Lincoln make it a special place to explore at Christmas

LINCOLN GREEN

LINCOLN CASTLE AND THE MAGNA CARTA

LINCOLN CATHEDRAL

THE STORY OF THE LINCOLN IMP

In the home • Seasonal decorative touches to bring the outdoors in

SHIMMERING BAUBLES SHAPED BY FIRE • From the heat of the furnace in his Somerset workshop, glass alchemist Will Shakspeare hand-blows exquisite decorations

THE BIRTHPLACE OF A FESTIVE TRADITION

SHAKSPEARE CREATIONS

SIMPLY STUNNING RUSTIC STARS • A basic template and just a few tools are all that is needed to make this effective Christmas decoration which can be customised to add extra sparkle

TREES TO CHERISH • From egg boxes to pine cones, an array of materials found close to home can be used to make a veritable forest of festive decorations

SPHERES WOVEN IN A WEB OF STRING • Delicate baubles, with a striking skeletal form, are simply made...