Portmeirion's Chief Executive Warns More British Potteries Could Close Without Promised Support
The boss of the company behind Spode, Portmeirion and Royal Worcester says more of Britain's potteries could fail unless a promised £120 million support package is delivered.
The Guardian: Judi Dench Joins The Archers Cast in Calling for the Show to Stay in Birmingham
Dame Judi Dench has joined more than 100 current and former members of The Archers in urging the BBC to keep recording the Radio 4 drama in Birmingham, The Guardian reported.
A New Archive of AS Byatt's Papers Opens a Window on the Author of Possession
The British Library has acquired 68 boxes of AS Byatt's notebooks, manuscripts, letters and diaries, including handwritten drafts of her Booker Prize winning novel Possession.
Etiquette for Visiting a Friend in Hospital
A hospital visit can lift a friend's spirits enormously, provided it is planned with care. Here is how to arrange the visit, what to bring, and how to be good company on the ward.
Etiquette for Borrowing and Returning Things to Friends
Borrowing from a friend is a small act of trust. Here is how to ask graciously, look after what you have been lent, and return it promptly with a word of thanks.
Etiquette for Planning the Seating at a Dinner Party
Where your guests sit can make or break an evening. Here is how to plan a dinner party seating arrangement with grace, from the traditional conventions to the modern touches that keep conversation flowing.
How to Plant Spring Bulbs in Autumn for a Cheerful Garden
A little effort with a trowel this autumn brings colour to the garden from late winter onwards. Here is how to choose, place and plant spring bulbs, with timings drawn from RHS guidance.
How to Plan a Relaxed Weekend Away in the British Countryside
A weekend in the countryside should leave you rested, not frazzled. Here is how to choose a destination, book sensibly, pack well and keep the pace gentle from Friday to Sunday.
How to Make Your Home Feel Cosy as the Evenings Draw In
As the evenings grow darker, a few thoughtful changes to light, texture and routine can make any home feel warm and welcoming. Here is how to create a cosy retreat this autumn.
Etiquette for Sending Regrets When You Cannot Attend a Wedding
Declining a wedding invitation is never pleasant, but a prompt, warm and well judged reply keeps a friendship intact. Here is how to send your regrets with grace.
