Barnes: The London village encircled by the Thames that's left an indelible mark on the nation
Barnes played a role in everything from the invention of football to the execution of Mary, Queen of Scots. Carla Passino takes a closer look.
London Life
Our roots might be firmly in the countryside, but here at Country Life we cannot always resist the lure of London. Some of us even live there.
Whether you spend your working week, precious weekend or just a few days here and there in the capital, London Life will ensure you get the most out of it.
From unbeatable new services and must-see exhibitions, to the hottest hotel openings and most desirable neighbourhoods, we’ve got you covered.
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VIDEO: Is now the time to buy a property in London?
Country Life is holding a live video chat with Savills on our Instagram page, @countrylifemagazine, at 6pm on Monday 9 November.
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Living on Primrose Hill: Chocolate-box streets, village spirit and some of the best views in London
Carla Passino takes a look at the finer things about living on Primrose Hill.
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In Focus: How Pimlico went from Mozart's playground to a world-famous hub for design and antiques
London’s premier design district is home to some of the world’s leading interior-design and furnishing shops, but its refined façades belie a bohemian past, as Carla Passino discovers.
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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.
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How St James's went from London's 'receptacle for offal and cinders' to its prettiest little city centre village
Carla Passino takes a look at St James's, the part of London that is truly 'regal by design'.
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A beautiful houseboat for sale on the Thames, where royalty and pop stars have rubbed shoulders
Living on a houseboat on the Thames is an unbeatably romantic option for those who love life on the water, as this boat moored in Wandsworth shows.
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Chiswick life: Beautiful homes, art and elephant-shaped topiary in leafy West London
Royalty, rockstars and a rose or two have all called the leafy district of Chiswick home. Carla Passino delves into what gives it its charm.
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How Wimbledon went from a backwater of 46 houses to the capital's greenest suburb, 'as un-Londonish as if it were a hundred miles out'
Living in Wimbledon has long been a popular choice for those who want a mix of town and country life. Carla Passino takes a closer look.
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Three fine flats under £1m for sale in south-west London
James Fisher takes his pick of three of the nicest flats currently on the market.
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A lovely Art Deco apartment that was once the home of a genuine rags-to-riches star, plucked from London's bombed-out streets
The Chelsea flat once owned by the actor Harry Fowler has come up for sale.
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A beautiful home with views of an even greater one in the form of Hampton Court Palace
A view of nature can be a selling point for a house, so why not a view of a man-made glory? James Fisher takes a look at a lovely house for sale just over the walls of Hampton Court.
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A church converted into flats where Gothic windows and stained glass meet LED lighting and bespoke fittings
This clever conversion of a North London church has left original beams, windows and columns in place wherever possible.
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The best and worst of London's bridges, from the sheer elegance of Albert Bridge to the utilitarian solidity of Wandsworth
London's bridges are integral to an appreciation of the character of the city, as well as being great feats of architecture and engineering. Jack Watkins takes a look.
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Five of the finest Belgravia homes for sale today, from £5m to £20m
The ITV series Belgravia has finished — at least for the time being — but you can still enjoy this pick of superb properties in one of the smartest spots in London.
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Five grand homes on the market in London's smartest postcodes, as seen in Country Life
Truly impressive houses, penthouses and apartments in SW1, SW3 and SW7.
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The real story of Belgravia: Angry mobs, the 'Bloody Bridge', and London's most beautiful garden squares
Belgravia is the name on every Londoner’s lips, thanks to Julian Fellowes’s recent TV series of the same name. Carla Passino delves into the affluent district’s history.
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Oxford Street: How a Roman road evolved via public hangings into the most famous street of shops on the planet
To coincide with the publication of a definitive new study of Britain’s most famous retail destination, Andrew Saint looks at the history of London’s Oxford Street.
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Knightsbridge life: From a hotbed of taverns and thieves to one of the poshest parts of London
Today, Knightsbridge is home and host to the glamorous, but it wasn't always quite that way, finds Carla Passino.
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The Kimpton Fitzroy: A dog-friendly London luxury hotel whose architect created the First Class dining room on the Titanic
The Kimpton Fitzroy is a central London hotel full of history that's perfect for an opulent weekend in the Big Smoke. Kathryn Bradley-Hole paid a visit.
