Huge congratulations to Goldmark Gallery in Uppingham, as the business celebrates half a century. We take a look at the gallery, past, present and future…

February… Not a month known for its wonderful weather but perhaps there is some compensation in the fact that it plays host to St Valentine’s Day, that annual celebration of love and lovers. So here, writes Caroline Aston, is a bouquet of historic romance culled from our counties to get us in the mood for that special day

If the rich and indulgent food of Christmas has left its mark and the enthusiasm for New Year’s resolutions has faded, then maybe the answer is to detox. Nutritionist Louise Cunliffe is here to help…

Louise and Neil Hitchen’s acclaimed restaurant on Oakham’s Burley Road is the perfect spot for a family lunch, writes Clare Rudd-Jones

Anja Smith looks at Stamford Chamber Orchestra’s 40th anniversary celebration

Woolfox has been re-born as a very exclusive lifestyle experience and it’s awesomely impressive from the moment you arrive. Nicholas Rudd-Jones went to take a look around

Dynamic, inspirational and with an enviable confidence that belies her youth, Brooke Peverell runs Stamford Sings, a weekly choir for women who come together to learn a wide range of music in a driven but supportive environment. Under Brooke’s passionate leadership, the weekly sessions enable members of the choir to develop vocally and musically, and to enjoy the many benefits that belonging to a music group such as this provides – from precious ‘me’ time and improved posture to the buzz of working as a harmonious team

The beautiful cheese that adorns most Christmas tables across Britain is made right here on our doorstep. Billy Kevan, CEO at Colston Bassett Dairy, talks to Rebecca Jordan at the very busiest time of year