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  • Christmas Fun! Fab things to do this weekFrom sausages and glühwein at the Christmas markets to awesome winter light extravaganzas, outrageously brilliant pantos, gorgeous reindeers and Christmassy adventures with the kids, go forth and find the fun with these brilliant things to do around Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
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  • What's on this NovemberFrom brilliant bonfire night #fireworks displays to light trails, ice rinks, affordable theatre, festive happenings and loads more, here's our pick of what's on locally this month.
  • Muddy Best Places To Live 2023: YarmouthProperty prices, restaurants, things to do and more - take a tour of this Isle of Wight harbour town.
  • Best Places To Live: OdihamVisit, relocate or just have a virtual snoop around - Odiham is new in our Muddy Stilettos Best Places To Live 2023.
  • Doing what we do best! Introducing Muddy RecommendsIntroducing Muddy Recommends, our new quality marker for the best national brands and products – tried by us, tested by you and judged WORTHY!
  • Win £800 to spend on Olivanna and my olivanna skincareHead to Muddy's Reader Treats to win £800 of beauty products from luxury brand @olivannalondon
  • Top 250 Best Places to Live across 28 counties REVEALED!See where you should be moving to...
  • 50+ Halloween half term ideasSomething spooky this way comes! Here's what's on around Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for kids of all ages this Halloween Half Term.
  • Muddy Reviews: Oakley Hall HotelJane Austen loved her visits here - but did we? (Spoiler alert - yes!). Click for the lowdown on a foodie break at Oakley Hall Hotel near Basingstoke.
  • POW! Your à la carte dinner party delivery has arrivedWant to entertain but haven’t the time or energy to cook? Muddy’s ed-in-chief Hero Brown (with 11 hungry guests) tests an innovative, no-stress à la carte delivery service where hosts just heat, serve – and relax.
  • Bicester Village’s exclusive Private Sale until 31 OctWhether you’re looking to update your wardrobe or want to nail your Christmas gifting early, here’s everything you need to know about the Private Sale at luxury shopping destination Bicester Village, running this month. Trust us, you’re gonna love it.
  • Autumn at the National TrustFind the fun! Top ten things to do to celebrate the season at our local National Trust places around Hampshire.
  • Glamping fun at Tapnell FarmTake a peek inside this cosy modulog in our review of the Isle of Wight's Tapnell Farm.
  • 10 amazing things you didn’t know you could do at Royal Opera HouseA newly relaunched, supercool terrace restaurant, cocktails with the best view in Covent Garden, lunchtime recitals, Family Sundays… No need to buy a ticket for a show, just drop in to experience what makes the Royal Opera House special.
  • Best local pumpkin patchesThey're back! Find a gorgeous gourd and strike a pose at one of these fab pumpkin patches around Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
  • 23 things to see and do in London this monthLondon’s calling, so we’ve hand-picked the best in theatre, music and arts in the capital this month. Your diary can thank us later.
  • Basics made beautifulThe home of luxe loungewear, chic Swiss brand HANRO delivers muted tones and modern silhouettes for the new season. Here’s the Muddy edit.
  • 5 brilliant Royal Opera House productions you won’t want to missLooking for excitement, inspiration or just some escapism with your arts this season? Enter stage left a clutch of world-class operas and ballets to book right now
  • What's on in Hants and the IoW this OctoberFancy some autumnal fun? Here's the best of what’s on locally this month.
  • Brilliant local bakeriesWant a carb fix but can’t be bothered to drag out the mixer? Fair enough! Put down that spatula and check out these drool-worthy Hampshire and Isle of Wight bakeries instead.
  • Autumn getaway: The Barn at North LodgePlanning some me-time? Take a peek at this cosy East Hampshire hideaway, new in our exclusive Weekend Escapes collection.
  • Bookworms, assemble! The Muddy Book Club has landedWelcome to Muddy Book Club, where each month you’ll find our must-read recommendations, alongside a hot new writing course for budding authors. September sizzlers incoming!
  • Everything you need to know about TV’s American Gigolo reboot42 years after a topless Richard Gere swaggered into his walk-in wardrobe to prep for a hot night seducing clients, American Gigolo returns.
  • She's electric: Muddy road tests the Fiat 500eMuddy's SUV-driving Robyn takes the fun little electric Fiat 500e out for a spin.
  • Ride of your life! Make like it’s Montana on a UK horseriding holidayTime to channel your inner cowgirl, grab your stetson and go! Here's Muddy's pick of best places in the UK for a ranching and roaming horseback adventure.
  • Kelly Reilly (and 5 Brit actresses winning Hollywood)Please tell me I'm not the only one obsessed with Kelly Reilly as the feisty female lead in Yellowstone? Okay, good. Read on for how she's leading a crack team of UK actresses kicking US ass in 2022.
  • Muddy Insider Guide to the West MidlandsIf you're heading to the Commonwealth Games this week, then you'll be needing Muddy's brand new, bang-up-to-date insider guide to the West Midlands
  • Mottisfont: Picnics and Little People BIG DREAMSYou’ll struggle to find a more idyllic place to park your picnic blanket than the National Trust’s Mottisfont, near Romsey. Here’s the lowdown on the top spots to eat alfresco here, plus highlights from the brilliant new Little People, BIG DREAMS family trail and exhibition.
  • Best places for PYO fruit and flowersA fun day out with super-fresh fruit and Insta-worthy photo ops galore – snag the last of the super-fresh local strawberries and plan ahead for fields of beautiful sunflowers at these choice places for pick your own fruit and flowers around Hampshire. 
  • Bottoms Up! The 2022 Muddy Award Winners DrinksOne of our BIGGEST years yet, here's what happened when your local Muddy Award winners came together to celebrate their coveted titles.
  • Duxmore Botanics Summer scentsInspired by the sights and scents of the gorgeous Isle of Wight countryside, this local maker and Muddy Award Finalist creates beautiful, botanically infused beauty buys and home fragrances *deep inhale*.
  • Smell the roses: 10 gorgeous summer gardens to visitNeed some glorious garden inspo or just an indulgent day out? Here's your check list of must-see National Trust rose gardens, with art, photography, poetry and plenty of cake along the way.
  • Gorgeous local vineyards to visitThis English Wine Week we’re celebrating the fabulous vineyards around Hampshire. Fancy a little tour? Here are the best local wineries to head for in our county and a bit beyond.
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  • How to nail the perfect picnicThe sun's out - quick, grab the wicker basket! If you're partial to a picnic (I mean, who isn't?) here's some inspo on how to pimp up your al fresco feast - including £500 of free Ocado deliveries (well hello M&S Deli range).
  • Muddy Reviews: Mill Rythe Coastal VillageReopened after a £10m renovation with kid’s play areas and possibly the most Insta-worthy bar in the county, here’s what I made of Mill Rythe Coastal Village on Hampshire’s very own Hayling Island.
  • Family FunJubilee incoming! Click for the best events for kids and families happening around Hampshire and the Island this half term.
  • Summer 2023 Ahoy!Struggling to nail the perfect family holiday for next year? Drop anchor and relax, Disney Cruise Line and its new European voyages, including departures from Southampton, could be the answer to all your problems.
  • Pass the popcorn! 7 outdoor cinemas to book nowMovie classics, hot new releases and feelgood flicks under the stars with picnics, popcorn and booze in some of Hampshire’s grandest locations. Find out what’s on at this summer’s outdoor cinemas and popups – and get booking now!
  • Find the fun! What's on locally this monthRegency sports clobber, wonderful watercress, beautiful hot air balloons and more - our pick of what's on around Hampshire and Isle of Wight this May
  • New Afternoon Tea at Chewton GlenWill the new-look afternoon tea at the renowned New Forest hotel cut the (English) mustard? Muddy investigates!
  • Muddy Reviews: Mottisfont Easter TrailThe good old National Trust have some cracking nature trails in our patch this Easter. But what did the Mudlet make of Mottisfont?
  • Weekend EscapesForget the spring clean, at the top of our to-do list this week is booking a gorgeous staycation to look forward to - who's with us?!
  • Fresh air, fresh fashion!Seven compelling reasons to head to Bicester Village to including up to 20 per cent off prices in April's renowned Private Sale and the Do-Good pop up boutique. Trust us, no-show is not an option.
  • 12 brilliant things to do in... Southampton!Shortlisted as the UK City of Culture 2025, this modern city has a rich, maritime heritage. Here's our pick of the best things to do in the port of Southampton.
  • Blooming lovely! The best spots to see Spring blossom in Hants & IoWNature's given herself a glow up and it's time to head outside! Here's our National Trust hit list of where to enjoy this season's most spectacular spring blossom and blooms with family and friends here in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
  • Your SS22 social calendar – the ultimate guideThe new season's here and, to celebrate, we have a delicious £1500 for you to spend at Ted Baker
  • Oh Flip! 5 Fab pancake eateriesCan’t be bothered with the faff of Pancake Day? Drop the spatula and make a reservation at one of these Hampshire and Isle of Wight cafes instead.
  • Makeover! How to paint your perfect feature wallHere's how to revamp your space with paint brush, roller and a splash of colour.
  • Win a Bombay Masterclass and a stay at the Watership Down InnMix things up with this fantastic cocktail masterclass at the Bombay Distillery and a stay at the Watership Down Inn worth £300. Go quick!
  • WIN £1000 to spend at Bicester Village!Since we’re so thoughtful and amazing and altruistic, we’re giving one lucky Muddy reader a gift card worth a delicious £900 PLUS a £100 lunch for two at any of the Bicester Village restaurants.
  • Best Places to Live 2022Muddy’s curated the Top 200 best places to live in 2022 and now it’s time to have your say!
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  • WIN a 7 piece hush wardrobeLove hush? Ooh, so do we! The brand new collection has just arrived, and to celebrate we're giving five super-lucky Muddy readers our Top 7 style edit, worth a delicious £732 each. Ready, steady, sashay!
  • The essential no make-up kitSometimes even the most natural of beauties (yes, you!) need a little help to create that effortless glow
  • Lime Wood Reader TreatTo celebrate the launch of Muddy’s Weekend Escapes, we’ve snaffled a superluxe £1800 weekend away at the 5*Lime Wood in New Forest. Enter pronto!
  • Weekend Escapes - Family FriendlyHalf Term is on the horizon and your family deserves a break! Head over to Muddy’s brand new Weekend Escapes
  • Foodie Weekend EscapesHead to Muddy’s Weekend Escapes for the top foodie destinations across all 25 Muddy counties from Michelin-starred gaffs to gastronomical hotels and unique dining experiences
  • Best Places Insta CompThink your village or town is the Best Place to Live? Prove it! Take a photo of your area to be in with the chance of winning a personalised family portrait and framed photo of where you live shot by internationally renowned, award-winning photographer Paul Wilkinson, worth a sweet £670.
  • Start your own small businessMeet Cathryn, Amy, Rhiannon and Georgina - four female entrepreneurs who took the plunge and started their dream businesses during lockdown. Feeling inspired? Click for the lowdown on how you can turn your own side hustle into a career with a free Tide business account.
  • Ready, steady… SHOP INDIE!Our latest launch, The Indie Store, is all about supporting brilliant local retail, and here's how you can help too
  • Get your finances into shape for 2021Annoying face: women typically invest 30% less in their financial future than men. 😱 Shocking, right? But it’s not too late to start, just see our top tips
  • Going Single VideoDecided to call time on your relationship this year? You’re not alone - divorce enquiries skyrocketed in 2020 - and we’re here to help
  • Two Minute Truths: PodcastsNeed a new listen for your lockdown walks? Then try Muddy’s brand new fast-fix financial podcast, The Truth About Money & Women.
  • Two Minute Truths: Financial Care fro ParentsWatch our new Two Minute Truths video for the insider info you need to plan properly for this lifestyle stage, in association with Schroders Personal Wealth.
  • 5 ways you can master your financesHere are 5 simple, effective ways to significantly increase your savings - and lower your anxiety levels while you're at it.
  • Two Minute Truths: School FeesWorried about your child's education? Watch our brand new Two Minute Truths video on how to plan for school fees
  • The Indie Store Spring EditFresh as a daisy and brimful with sunshine (trust us, the rays are coming any day now), we're thrilled to give you the first look at Muddy’s new Spring Edit on The Indie Store
  • Cook this lamb feast on Easter Sunday!Sit back and relax (that’s what Sundays are for, right?) with this melt-in-the-mouth, low-effort lamb and polenta chips lunch, slow cooked for five hours
  • Waffles for breakfast? Yes please!
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    What do you get when you cross a chocolate brownie, a waffle maker and a handful of strawberries? Heaven on a plate! Sate your sweet tooth with this delicious recipe.
  • Weekend EscapesMuddy's new and improved Weekend Escapes — the inside line on the latest openings and the coolest, unique places to eat, drink, stay and play, to help you make the smartest 360° decision on where to spend your free time
  • Jason Atherton’s Spanish Chicken CasseroleLooking for a dead cert crowd-pleaser for dinner? This delicious Spanish dish from Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton should do the trick PLUS save up to 63% on Naked Wines we’ve paired with it
  • We all scream for ice cream!This sunny griddled pineapple with vanilla and cinnamon ice cream should brighten up your day
  • Tom Kitchin’s Salmon and Spinach LasagneNeed a new mid-week meal? This Scandi salmon take on a lasagne (with Muddy recommended wine pairings) can be prepared in advance and is totally delicious.
  • THE PIG’s sizzling BBQ burgerBBQ season is upon us and we have just the recipe (with perfectly paired wines) to get the party started, courtesy of Muddy favourites THE PIG and Naked Wines.
  • BBQ monkfish tail with sauce bourguignonneBBQ but make it fancy! This seafood take on a classic French dish is a dead-cert crowd pleaser (especially when you pair it with wines from £4.17 a bottle in our curated Naked Wines cases).
  • Vivek Singh’s lentil and basmati kichriDesperately seeking dinner inspiration? We've got a delicious modern-Indian dish for you from celeb chef Vivek Singh, plus 63% off perfectly paired wines.
  • Cook this speedy summery recipe tonight!From River Cottage king HFW, this Moroccan spiced lamb and tabbouleh dish is fragrant, herby and perfect for summer scoffing PLUS pair with Naked Wines at 63% off.
  • Chicken and mango salad with chilli lime dressingBalmy summer days call for quick, easy and light lunches like this chicken and mango salad, ready in just 20 minutes. Pair with Naked Wines at 63% off.
  • Summery strawberry tiramisuNothing says summer like strawberries and cream. This delicious tiramisu with Savoiardi biscuits and soft Mascarpone cream is the perfect seasonal serve.
  • Weekend EscapesMake your free time count with Weekend Escapes – our carefully-curated guide to the most unique and chic hotels, pubs, bars, restaurants, cafés, cottages and spa breaks across England.
  • Muddy Schools GuideNo boring fusty reviews here! Our ‘insider’ guides give a genuine insight into each school we visit, with informal, super-useful advice from our editors – parents, just like you.
  • Haringtons Hair Reader TreatWIN a year of haircuts with Haringtons & haircare bundle (including GHDs), worth £1,130
  • £3000 VIP day up for grabs at Bicester Village!Gorgeous Oxfordshire designer outlet destination Bicester Village is giving Muddy readers £3000 smackaroos to play with. I know, result!
  • Bicester Village Summer EveningsIf you love shopping, eating out, movies, live music and, um, possibly more shopping, you're in luck sister! Check out the outdoor shopping destination's Summer Evenings programme.
  • Best Places To Live 2022Planning a move? With our unique insider knowledge of the loveliest towns, villages, schools, shops and pubs outside London, there’s no better place to discover the Top 200 places to live in 2022.
  • Clarice Cliff-inspired interiorsPhoebe Dynevor stars as pioneering 1920s ceramicist Clarice Cliff in The Colour Room, a new Sky Original film on Sky Cinema, from 12 Nov. But if you can’t wait until then (nope, us neither), channel her bold, playful designs with our pick of this season’s best Cliff-inspired interiors
  • How to nail the perfect script, by The Colour Room’s Claire PeateWe talk to its brilliant writer Claire Peate about pottery, writing tips - and how we should all channel a bit of Clarice
  • Exclusive interview: The Colour Room’s Phoebe Dynevor & Kerry FoxThe hottest British actress on the block and the queen of indie film come together for Sky Cinema's new Sky Original biopic on Clarice Cliff.
  • 6 new releases to watch this weekendDid someone say telly binge? Get that kettle on! There's a boatload of great content to watch this weekend, including Sky Original's brand new film The Colour Room, on Sky Cinema, starring Phoebe Dynevor.
  • 6 reasons to watch The Colour Room A period drama with real punch and passion, here's why you need to make time in your diary or on your sofa to watch it.
  • Best Places to Live 2022: WinchesterThe hot property market in King Alfred's capital shows little signs of cooling. Click here to discover the local line on life in Winchester.
  • Hair transformation! Muddy goes ‘petrol’Stuck in a hair rut? Haringtons hair salons to the rescue with karate chopping scissor skills and slick service to boot. See what happened when Muddy's ed-in-chief Hero Brown sat in the salon chair for a daring new 'do
  • Best Places to Live 2023: StockbridgeSo much to love about this tiny town on the banks of the River Test - click to find out more!
  • 16 Days of ChristmasHo ho ho! The 16 Days of Muddy Christmas Reader Treats is here (because, hey, why stop at 12?!) with a whopping £7000 of luxury gifts and experiences
  • Ding, Dong December! What's on this monthChristmas markets, ice rinks, light-filled gardens, pantos and more - the best of what's on around Hants and the Island
  • Muddy x Haringtons HairdressingFor the second video in our transformation series with the brilliant Haringtons hair salons, Muddy Dorset/Somerset editor Sue sits in the salon chair for a frizz-busting Kérastase treatment
  • Après ski barsGet your après ski fix at one of these fab chalet style pubs and bars around Hants and London.
  • Best SpasFloat blissfully into 2022 with our pick of the best spas around Hampshire and the Muddy Counties.
  • Hair transformation: mumsy mane, begone!Stuck in a hair rut? See Muddy Berkshire editor Rachel's chic style update here - the third video in our series with the fabulous Haringtons salons
  • Fabulous Facials - and where to find 'emGet your glow on with a mojo-boosting facial at these brilliant Hampshire salons
  • Muddy Reviews: The Filly Inn, BrockenhurstNow here's a winter warmer! Come take a peek inside the New Forest's £1m refurbed Filly Inn...
  • Snowdrops EVERYWHERE!!They're out! The loveliest places to catch winter snowdrops across Hampshire, Isle of Wight and beyond over the next few weeks.
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