James Fisher

A thatched, pink cottage that was once the love nest of a Lord Mayor of London

James Fisher takes a look at a thatched home in Suffolk with a past as colourful as its paintwork.

An irresistibly gorgeous Cotswolds home comes to the market, with five bedrooms, five reception rooms and perfect village location

James Fisher takes a look at a cottage in Long Compton that ticks every box.

Three cutting edge houses in beautiful, natural locations come on to the market

James Fisher picks out some beautiful homes which will challenge your expectations of what a country house can be.

A picture-perfect Elizabethan home in a Surrey village that has aged simply beautifully

The charmingly-named By The Way is a lovely house full of character and in a great location — but is there a compromise to be made? James Fisher takes a look.

One man, two Hondas, and a major life decision to be made

Should cars be about fun or function? James Fisher faced this common motoring dilemma when choosing between the Honda Jazz and the Honda Civic Type-R, one that he somehow turned into a literal journey of self-discovery.

Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones, aka The Black Farmer: 'Rural Britain is not racist. I find more racism in the cities.'

After emigrating from Jamaica to Britain with the Windrush Generation, Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones made it his mission to move to the countryside and run his own farm. He tells James Fisher about his journey.

Writers, artists, actors and musicians unite to demand greater right to roam across Britain

James Fisher reports on a powerful group of voices coming together in support of the Right To Roam movement.

Four beautiful country houses which encapsulate the art of blending old and new

Striking a balance between retaining charm and embracing progress isn't always easy. James Fisher picks out four homes where bold decisions have been made — with spectacular results.

Three very 21st century eco-homes in the country which blend nature, modern technology and quirky charm

The state of the art in modern, eco-friendly houses is taking how we live in all sorts of new directions. James Fisher picks out three properties for sale which show just what is possible.

The fascinating — and slightly creepy — winners of the first-ever Bug Photographer of the Year awards

James Fisher celebrates some of the finest images hailed by judges at the Luminar Bug Photography Awards.

Four properties which have a touch of Country Life in the heart of London

Many are swapping city for countryside these days — but you can find a bit of both, given the right budget.

The Suffolk Coast AONB: A landscape shaped by Man and Nature, in peace and in power

James Fisher takes a look at the Suffolk Coast and Heaths AONB.

Three blissful homes for sale with truly extraordinary gardens

'A garden is a friend you can visit any time,' runs the saying. With that in mind, James Fisher picks out some of the best homes on the market today.

Five houses that'll make you want to leave London and head into the countryside

'Every other call or enquiry has been from people moving out of London,' one estate agent tells James Fisher, as he rounds up some of the best properties for sale within easy reach of the capital.

Keep your eyes peeled for badgers, foxes, martens and more this autumn

The PTES is running its annual autumn survey, and calling on members of the public to help.

Four beautiful properties with built-in-businesses to help you start a new life in the country

James Fisher picks out some of the finest homes on the market which come with a way to make an income, whether you're keen on running a farm, renting a cottage or establishing your very own Fawlty Towers.

A cottage of 'immense character in an outstanding location' for sale in the Vale of Glamorgan

A cottage of huge charm has come to the market in a delightful Welsh village. James Fisher takes a look.

A sprawling house on Anglesey with views to die for and full of potential

Lleifior is a delightful turn-of-the-20th-century home which blends a mix of styles with magnificent vistas.

A Georgian mansion on the Suffolk/Essex border with racing-yard-quality stables, ripe for a lifestyle business

A hugely versatile home that offers plenty of scope for a lifestyle business is on the market on the Suffolk/Essex border. James Fisher takes a look.

A wisteria-clad dream of a house sitting on the banks of one of Scotland's prettiest rivers

A waterside home with stables, land and endless outbuildings offering all manner of possibilities has come to the market near St Boswells.