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The 'other' Downton Abbey: exploring Bampton
Downton Abbey is my favourite TV show and the one that, more than any other, has made the English country lifestyle famous.
In this video I'll take you to Bampton, the beautiful village just outside the Cotswolds that was used as the set for the fictional village of Downton.
Joining me is a special guest who knows everything about the Cotswolds and will share with us some insights about the impact of Downton Abbey on the village.
What a better way to prepare for the upcom
Laura Mattei
Apr 152 min read


The eight key features of the perfect cottage decor (Part 1)
Loved by millions, cottage décor is unique and unmistakable. Discover in this video four key features of the perfect cottage style.
Laura Mattei
Nov 22, 20241 min read


Discover England's most crooked Tudors houses
Discover Lavenham, England's best preserved medieval village where houses have been defying gravity for more than 600 years.
Laura Mattei
Sep 4, 20241 min read


His Majesty, the pub. History & fun facts about English pubs
Pubs are quintessential British institution and continue to play a crucial role in British society, especially in villages. Find out why.
Laura Mattei
Aug 1, 202411 min read


A Regency Week in the footsteps of Jane Austen
Discover in this video the festival that every year celebrates in Chawton Jane Austen's literary heritage and the Regency era.
Laura Mattei
Jul 24, 20241 min read


The five most picturesque villages in the Cotswolds
Nothing is more quintessentially English than the Cotswolds. Uncover in this video the five
Laura Mattei
Jul 10, 20241 min read


English villages: history & fun facts
Discover everything you need to know about English villages and three villages you should absolutely visit on your next holiday.
Laura Mattei
Jun 18, 202410 min read


Why do the English love the countryside so much?
The countryside holds a special place in the heart of millions of English men and women. Where does this enduring love come from?
Laura Mattei
May 27, 202411 min read
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