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The Muddy Guide: Summer Hols Survival Special44 fun things to do with the kids. And. Breathe...
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Express Muddy newsOMG, We've only been spotted by the national papers!
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Your holiday wardrobe? Sorted!Summer travels looming and nothing to wear? Take a deep breath and relax (go on, have a swig of wine too), we’ve found the perfect sunnies and floaty dresses for you.
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Muddies, We're Going on a Bear Trail!With a sneaky reader discount, too!
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Big and BeautifulWhich of these glam holiday rentals will host your next big shindig?
What's On
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Eat Here: The Swan, Bampton
What. A. Find. A pretty, whitewashed pub, in a historic town with a cabinet groaning from the weight of awards. Very pleased to meet you, The Swan.
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New to Exeter: Polpo
Imagine our excitement at hearing the words 'Polpo's coming to Exeter!'Muddy Devon was at the launch, naturally.
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Private Dining at the Pig Hotel
Check out the private dining options on offer at the newest addition to the Pig litter, at Combe.
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Cool down with 15% off Forest Holidays
Beautifully-appointed, luxury cabins for families set in stunning Forestry Commission woodland in the most stunning parts of the UK. And… *breathe*.
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Muddy Goes Glamping at Longlands
Dress it up all you like, glamping is still camping, right? Right? But what about when there's a Chesterfield involved?
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Romantic Getaway
We've scoured 16 counties for the most gorgeous romantic couples stays, so you can put some oh-la-la into your leisure time.
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Most Read
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Women
Meet the high street Comeback Kids
You know those shops you never bother with when you hit the high street? You might be missing out. Here’s four to revisit.
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Overseas Travel
Caribbean Insider
For those thinking of giving the turquoise waters a try, here are the best islands to visit, with the how, where and why.
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Courses
Bake-Off at River Cottage HQ
The chefs had a challenge on their hands when Muddy rocked up in the kitchen, ready to bake
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Super Sweaters
We have a spot as soft as the finest Italian merino wool for hotshot new label, Hades. Already counting Alexa Chung as a fan, watch it go stratospheric in 2017.
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Wanderlust Life: Simple Summer Jewels
Need a little something to freshen up your summer style? Check out Wanderlust Life’s gorgeous gemstone necklaces & boho hoops.
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Rose Rankin: Cool Kicks for the Country
Muddy Cornwall editor (and fashion writer) Sophie has been shoe-shopping and found these cool and comfy-looking beauties. I reckon it's worth a little jaunt into Cornwall, don't you?
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Muddy gets the Five Cedars Facial
Read on for the lowdown on this great little indie beauty retreat, then hot-foot it along to the salon's open evening event for facial tasters and fizz!
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Gotta Have It
The sleek monochrome packaging of The Soap Co's hand products caught our eye, but it turns out this ethical beauty brand has substance as well as style. Lather up and read on!
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Muddy Book Club: beach reads bonanza!
Sunglasses on, sunlounger primed, children gagged – it’s Muddy’s best holiday books! Kerry Potter picks her top 10 reads for this holiday season.
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See This: The Third Policeman
It's not often a play actually starts in the West and works its way East, so when it does Muddy Cornwall is on it, like a kitty to catnip. Get Editor Sophie's scoop on Miracle Theatre’s brilliantly bonkers, touring summer show, and then see it in Devon this July.
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Muddy Book Club: the best reads out now
Muddy Book Club ahoy! Here's our pick of the best books out there for your delectation. Fire up that Kindle!
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TV Dynamite
All the latest news on the best telly to watch this month, as chosen by Muddy's square-eyed Kerry Potter. Go on, budge up and pass the remote.
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Goat’s cheese and greens frittata
Step away from that tin of baked beans lady, here’s a Speedy Supper for tonight courtesy of The Food Medic.
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Gift me up, baby!
In an end-of-term panic over how to thank the teachers this year (er, when did this become a 'thing', by the way)? Check out Devon-based Hello Moon for something they'll thank YOU for.
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Gardening div? We’ve got tips for you
Love gardening but it's a jungle out there? Grab the secateurs and read our top summer tips
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Wellbeing
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Nail Your Fitness
Fallen off your fitness regime? Here's how to get superduper healthy, and bag yourself a bikini body while you're at it!
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How to be happier at work
With a third of our lives taken up by work, it’s never been more important to figure out how to make office life not only bearable but enjoyable, so we’ve tapped up top business psychologist Tony Crabbe for some advice. It might just change your life!
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Work driving you nuts? We have a book for that
Feeling a bit ‘meh’ about work? Reading this when you should be writing a report? (Naughty!) Or maybe you’re dreaming about changing careers completely? Whatever your job dilemma, we have a book for that.
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Are you a work-life ‘blender’?
Hero Brown at Muddy HQ has been pondering that old chestnut, the 'work-life balance'. She's got me thinking now...and I bet you will be in a minute, too.
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How to be happier at work
With a third of our lives taken up by work, it’s never been more important to figure out how to make office life not only bearable but enjoyable, so we’ve tapped up top business psychologist Tony Crabbe for some advice. It might just change your life!
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Kids
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Check out the summer courses at the Mountbatten Centre
Kids driving you mad already? Chuck 'em in the sea courtesy of this brill watersports centre in Plymouth.
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Hip and Hoo – rah for these super-cute kids accessories
Line 'em up, strike a pose and Hip and Hoo - rah for these gorgeous kid's accessories made right here by Devon-based brand Hip and Hoo.
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My Favourite Places: Jessica Barker-Wren
The Devon-bred writer, actor & musician is bringing her new play, COW home for its world premiere and, boy, she’s glad to be back.
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Yvonne Coomber: My Favourite Places
Artist Yvonne Coomber is clearly a woman with a cheerful outlook on life, which is why I thought it would be great to pick her brains for the latest instalment of 'My Favourite Places'.
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Laura Wall: My Favourite Places
A super-talented artist, children's book author and illustrator, plus all-round stylish and...
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Toby Ray: My Favourite Places
Devon-born, Cornish based; fine artist Toby Ray shares his favourite places with his favourite people. That's us, Muddies!
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Joe Swift’s April Gardening Jobs For Dummies
That bush won't trim itself, you know. If you're frightened, like me, of tackling what's become of the garden, then read on for some spring tips from super-gardener Joe Swift.
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