Things to do in London this week/end

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November 15, 2026   |    In partnership with. Going Out Special: The Ultimate Chelsea Christmas Guide Chelsea is at its most magical come Christmastime. Sloane Square is lit up with twinkling lights, Duke of York Square is transformed with a spectacular festive constellation theme, and pop-up choirs, markets and installations bring a distinct buzz to the neighbourhood. This year, there’s more to see and do than ever before – from the area’s biggest ever Christmas tree to the return of the Ever After Garden and London’s largest artist-led Christmas tree trail. Read on for the ultimate guide to Chelsea at Christmas. Find Out More The Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience Treat yourself to a festive drink at The Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience, which returns to Sloane Square after proving a big success last year. At the heart of the Square, The Ralph Lauren Tree Farm brings a curated collection of British-grown Nordmann Firs, with complimentary local delivery provided in partnership with Goodwood Estate. All of the net sale price of each tree will be donated to The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity through Ralph Lauren's longstanding Pink Pony initiative. Visitors will also be invited to dedicate a personalised star ornament through The Ralph Lauren Giving Tree. Until 20 December, inchelsea.co.uk Festive Saturdays Every weekend from 14 November until 5 December, Chelsea will host a programme of Festive Saturdays. Expect free live entertainment, music from choirs, snow flurries and street performers – plus special offers and activities from local retailers, alongside the regular Duke of York Square food market. 14, 21, 28 November and 5 December, inchelsea.co.uk Christmas Shopping Chelsea has long been one of London’s top shopping destinations, and strolling from store to store here on the hunt for gifts feels like a joy rather than a chore. From Sloane Square to the World’s End, over 160 shops line the King’s Road spanning clothes (Ganni, Arket, Maje, Farm Rio, ME + EM), accessories (Astrid & Miyu, Otiumberg, Demellier), beauty and perfume (Jo Malone London, Space NK), books (John Sandoe, Waterstones) and so much more. Meanwhile, Sloane Street is the capital’s ultimate place for luxury shopping with over 50 celebrated houses to explore. Treat lucky friends and family to presents from the likes of Cartier, Hermes, Erdem and Tiffany & Co. The Firefly Festive Forest While browsing the shops of Sloane Street, take some time to check out the Firefly Festive Forest: a trail of over 30 artist-designed Christmas trees – from mistletoe-bearing giraffes to illuminated butterflies. Created by artists and designers in partnership with Quintessentially Foundation, the trees will be on show until 1 December and are available to purchase online via an auction. Proceeds will go towards The Firefly Project, which works with frontline youth charities supporting vulnerable people and young children in London. Until 1 December, inchelsea.co.uk Festive Art Market Pick up some new art for your home – or gifts for loved ones – at Chelsea’s much-loved art market, which returns for a special Christmas edition this November. Explore works from independent artists and contemporary makers spanning painting, photography, sculpture, printmaking, illustrations, ceramics and collage, all while enjoying live music and interactive creative workshops. 22 November What Else? Take the kids to Anya’s Grotto, where families can travel through a snowy wonderland of baubles and icicle caves to meet Father Christmas, ending with a story by the fire and a gift to take home (£65 for one adult and one child, book here). Meanwhile, Chelsea Winter Village returns from 25 November complete with a glittering light trail filled with glowing canopies and colour-drenched tunnels, the popular Curling Club, and a festive food market (25 November – 28 December, chelseawintervillage.com). Keen to get crafty? Chelsea Physic Garden is hosting a series of wreath-making and creative writing workshops (4 – 31 December), while wellness studio and cafe eyeam is hosting sessions on everything from watercolour Christmas card making to beginners crochet. Elsewhere, many restaurants are launching festive menus including The Trafalgar, Ixchel, La Mia Mamma, Beaverbrook Townhouse and The Ivy Chelsea Garden. Pssst… Over 30,000 illuminated roses are transforming the green overlooked by the Saatchi Gallery in Duke of York Square as the much-loved Ever After Garden returns for another year. Created alongside The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, the Garden offers a place of reflection and remembrance, with visitors invited to dedicate a rose in memory of a loved one – with the option to make a donation to the charity. Until 21 December, royalmarsden.org Whatever You Do, Don’t… Miss the dazzling 40ft Norwegian Spruce that’s standing proudly in Duke of York Square throughout the festive season, alongside the striking new constellation-inspired Christmas trail. Find out more about what’s happening at inchelsea.co.uk Subscription Offer Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39

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November 14, 2026   |    In partnership with This week, we’re partnering with Moët & Chandon on a Champagne-themed Staying In, Going Out special. Discover the story of the world’s most loved Champagne, then head to the House’s very own bar at Harrods to try it for yourself – the perfect spot to mark special occasions as festive season approaches. Shop Moët & Chandon Staying In… Read The Story Of Moët & Chandon Legacies don’t just happen, but are built over centuries of experience, skill and attention to detail. Established in 1743 by wine trader Claude Moët, Moët & Chandon is part of the fabric of Champagne region, and is synonymous with its elegance. Its grand neoclassical Château de Saran, a landmark among the rambling Chardonnay vineyards of the Côte des Blancs, is perched primely on a hillside, a poster child not only for Moët & Chandon but for the entire region. Having made wine in Champagne for nearly three centuries, Moët & Chandon knows how to do it best: by blending. The maison’s deep connections to the region means it has access to grapes in 90 percent of the local terroir in Champagne, allowing a top selection of the finest Chardonnay, Pinot Menunier and Pinot Noir grapes to go into each particular bottling. The future is as important as the past for the House, and the landscapes that produce the grapes are cared for in a devoted stewardship that encourages thriving biodiversity. As climate change brings uncertainty, Möet & Chandon works innovatively to continue to keep the region thriving. The many valued small growers that supply their grapes to the maison are being trained in sustainable practices, and already 70 percent of them are organically certified. By 2030, the aim is for it to be 100 percent. Every time the cork pops on a bottle of Möet & Chandon – whether in London, New York, Shanghai or in the grand tasting room on the Avenue de Champagne – the thread is continued, stretching all the way back to the roots of the maison in 1743.  Read the full story here Going Out… Visit The Moët & Chandon Champagne Bar At Harrods Looking for the perfect place to sip a glass of Moët & Chandon? Head to Harrods in London, where you’ll find the House’s largest standalone bar in Europe. Set beneath a chandelier of shimmering golden discs, it’s a beautiful place to enjoy the delights of Moët & Chandon: the brand’s full range of cuvées are available by the glass, from the signature Impérial to current Grand Vintage releases, alongside rare vintages available by the bottle. Pair with nibbles of crab and avocado éclair, oysters and caviar – and for the ultimate showstopper, order the Champagne pyramid experience, which sees a magnum of Brut Impérial cascaded over a tower of glasses, paired with a selection of sweet and savoury treats. Book at harrods.com Little Luxury Marking something special? Treat yourself to a bottle of Grand Vintage 2016, the House’s current vintage release: an elegant sensation of marzipan, plum, hazelnut and aniseed. £71 per bottle, majestic.co.uk Pssst… Moët & Chandon’s Champagnes have been sipped by royalty and sports stars, musical icons and motor car drivers. Napoleon Bonaparte was one such early fan, having visited the vast underground cellars in Épernay that still age today’s precious bottles, and his iconic bicorn hat remains on display above in the regal galleries of the opulent Moët & Chandon estate on Avenue de Champagne. Whatever You Do, Don’t… Spray a bottle of champagne, as you’ll lose some of the wine and dissipate the bubbles. To open a bottle correctly, remove the wire cage with six turns, keep a firm hold on the cork, hold the bottle and tilt it to a 30-45° angle, being careful to point it safely away from anyone. Gently rotate the bottle (not the cork) until the cork slowly pops out. Read our full guide on how to drink and store champagne here. Subscription Offer Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39

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November 13, 2026   |    Dear Reader, I was going down the escalator at Victoria on Wednesday when a voice behind me said, ‘You’re not allowed to wear colour like that – you’ll be arrested.’ In fairness, my colours were fairly muted, but the palette was more than grey, white or black. The stranger went on to explain that she’d just got back from India, where women wear bright colours whatever their age – and that returning to London felt like arriving at a funeral. The young people too, she said – perhaps it was a sign of melancholy or even depression. Why else, she asked, would so many people choose shapeless uniforms in dull colours (I winced, thinking of my children and their athleisure aesthetic) unless something more fundamental was going on? Since then, I’ve been scanning every station concourse and crowded street I find myself on, and I have to say she’s got a point (though colder weather does call for outerwear in a fairly uniform shade of sludge). Perhaps it’s the algorithm telling kids that dull is where it’s at; perhaps it’s a reflection of our uncertain times. Probably both. Either way, I’ll be counting the days until colour comes back. C&TH’s Top Reads Of The Week CULTURE 13 Steamy Secrets From The Set Of Rivals What really goes down behind the scenes in Rutshire? FOOD & DRINK Restaurant Trends Set To Take Over 2027 From large group dining to experiential meals and our growing desire to become regulars STYLE Hair Tweakments Are Trending – But What Are They? Think baby Botox, but for your hair INTERIORS How To Nail Hygge Interiors Beat the winter blues by making your home a sanctuary CULTURE A Guide To COP31 The international climate summit is underway, but can it deliver tangible results? CULTURE Inside The Royal Family’s Christmas Traditions From gift giving to the Christmas Day roast HEALTH & WELLBEING Why We Should Look Beyond BMI Our resident nutritionist highlights the measurements that may be more useful Spotlight: C&TH’s Top Reads Of 2026 We asked C&TH friends and contributors to share the best book they read this year  Cat and Mouse by Günter Grass – Harland Miller, artist & writer Black Bag by Luke Kennard – Vassi Chamberlain, journalist & editor The Correspondent by Virginia Evans – Emma Barnett, broadcaster, journalist & writer All About My Mother: A Memoir of Diana Rigg by Rachael Stirling – Caitlin Moran, journalist & writer My Year in Paris with Gertrude Stein by Deborah Levy – Belinda Bamber, C&TH book reviewer & journalist  London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe – Dylan Jones, journalist, writer and editor John of John by Douglas Stuart – Lisa Armstrong, fashion director, The Telegraph Art Cure by Daisy Fancourt – Claire Shanahan, Executive Director, Women’s Prize Trust  A Woman of Substance by Barbara Taylor Bradford – Lucy Cleland, C&TH editorial director Heart the Lover by Lily King – Lucinda Baring, C&TH deputy editor Find The Full List Here Staying In Forever… Property of the Week Fancy living out your Regency-era dreams? Now’s your chance – an apartment in the property that inspired Netherfield Park in Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice is for sale. The property is home to two large bedrooms with original period features, a large living/ dining room, and huge windows overlooking the perfectly pruned grounds of Balls Park.  On the market for £499,500, sheperdsofhertford.co.uk Competitions Win a seven-night stay in a room or suite at any Simpson Hotel in Greece or Turkey  Win a bottle of Minami Sayaka worth £50, Saicho's rare Japanese sparkling tea  Win a two-night Knightsbridge escape for two Good News Recently there has been growing concern about the long-term environmental and health impacts of PFAs, often called forever chemicals because of their near-indestructible nature. However, new research from the Environment Agency (EA) shows levels of two of the most toxic chemicals in England’s rivers have dropped by nearly a third over the past decade – likely a result of stricter restrictions on use in products. Subscription Offer Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39

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November 12, 2026   |    Staying In… Watch The Good Daughter Trauma is a powerful force, affecting how people behave, interact and remember events years after the initial trigger. And it’s the force at the fore of Sky’s new series, The Good Daughter. Based on the bestselling 2017 thriller by (aptly-named) crime writer Karin Slaughter, the psychological drama hits screens today. It stars Meghann Fahy and Rose Byrne as sisters Charlotte and Samantha, who were left devastated by a childhood attack on their home twenty years ago. When Charlie witnesses a school shooting in her local community, the case triggers memories that she’d been desperately trying to suppress. As older sister Sam arrives back home, at the behest of their father, we learn that the Quinn sisters’ troubled past is just one part of a much bigger web of secrets. As Sky says, this Southern Gothic tale ‘is not just a story of survival, but of enduring ties between a father and his daughters – and the complex bond between sisters.’ Watch now on Sky Going Out… Spend An Evening On Ham Yard Hotel’s Rooftop For most of the year, Ham Yard Hotel’s rooftop is reserved for guests only. But come Christmastime, it opens up to the public for its annual festive pop up – running once again in partnership with Sapling Spirits. Set up camp beside an open fire and enjoy festive cocktails like the Clementine Collins, a twist on the classic Gin Collins made with cinnamon and lemon, alongside seasonal dishes like WildFarmed flatbread with woodfired skillets of roast scallops with kimchi butter. Sure to be a highlight, too, is the make-your-own-s’mores station, the ultimate winter treat. Find more winter terraces to add to your list here. Until 23 December, firmdalehotels.com Staying In Forever Property of the Day A Victorian townhouse in Rugby that was the birthplace of renowned poet Rupert Brooke is on the market. The four bedroom end-of-terrace home, that extends to over 2,900 sq ft, has been stylishly renovated by its current owners, and features both an enclosed front garden and a rear courtyard with a pergola for outdoor dining. Above the door, a metal plaque commemorates the young poet, who wrote war poems The Dead and The Soldier (both 1914) and attended the nearby Rugby School.  On the market for £775,000, knightfrank.je Little Luxury British brand Hyde and Hare, which is rooted in the concept of hygge and specialises in home interiors crafted from sustainably sourced, biodegradable materials, has launched Little Hyde and Hare: a natural fibres baby collection. The range uses premium sheepskin, shearling and merino wool across a number of cosy, everyday pieces for babies and young children, including pram liners, mittens, booties and beanbags. We especially love this adorable Italian Merino Gilet (£79) and the Sheepskin WoolFlo Pram Liner (£135), perfect for keeping little ones warm throughout the winter season. hydeandhare.com Competition Set within 72 acres of private Staffordshire countryside, Moddershall Oaks Country Spa Retreat offers a relaxing escape surrounded by woodland and a tranquil lake. With a choice of spa facilities, boutique accommodation and seasonal dining, it’s the perfect setting to take some time out – and now’s your chance to win a stay. Pssst… The UK’s most popular Deliveroo order of 2026? Not a pizza, not a curry, but a 2kg bag of ice – a must during this summer’s record temperatures. Here are the other trending items that made the top 10. Whatever You Do, Don’t… Panic about the government’s stockpiling advice – but do consider making some preparations. There’s a new official Be Ready checklist, and our resident nutritionist Kim Pearson has shared some tips for stocking up from a health perspective. Subscription Offer Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39

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November 11, 2026   |    Staying In… Watch Rivals Series 2 Part 2 Rivals is back. And with it, more TV-franchise warfare, extra-marital affairs, and polo games – all set to a soundtrack of 80s classics, and backdropped against the delightfully jubilant and scandalous world of Jilly Cooper’s Cotswolds. Returning to Disney+ today for series 2 part 2, the bonkbuster is more high stakes than ever. With the world of Rutshire still reeling from Monica’s death, the stage is set for a series of scandal, love, betrayal and some very heated rivalries. Tony (David Tennant) is devastated – but this doesn’t stop him fighting with Declan (Aidan Turner) over the Cotswolds TV crown. Meanwhile, Rupert (Alex Hassell) is forced to confront his own demons and Taggie (Bella Maclean) must find the courage to follow her heart. We sat down with the cast – including Turner, Hassell, Maclean, Katherine Parkinson (Lizzie), Luca Pasqualino (Bas), Danny Dyer (Freddie), Lisa McGrillis (Valerie), Emily Atack (Sarah) and Victoria Smurfit (Maud) – to talk favourite costumes, contraband and the characters they’d most like to play. Streaming now on Disney+ Going Out… Check Out Dior’s New Harrods Pop-Up Ever since Christian Dior opened his first corner boutique inside Harrods back in 1953, the two brands have had a special relationship – and over the years, Dior has hosted many events and takeovers at the Knightsbridge store. The latest is a new pop-up created especially for the festive season, which showcases Jonathan Anderson’s debut Cruise Collection alongside themed windows featuring the fashion house’s symbols and festive motifs. It’s partially inspired by the new, animated short film Christian Dior’s Night in Colour by French director Sylvain Chomet, narrated by Robert Pattinson and featuring stars like Rihanna and Josh O’Connor. The whimsical space features life-sized nutcrackers and harlequins, twinkling lights and Versailles parquet flooring, with a collection of ready-to-wear, accessories and homeware on sale – and the option to have festive ornaments engraved or greeting cards calligraphed. Until 27 December 2027, dior.com Staying In Forever Property of the Day Dreaming of a British seaside home? With huge French doors opening out onto an expansive private garden with unparalleled ocean views, this four-bedroom property on the Suffolk seafront – which was once one of Southwold’s most renowned hotels – is a timeless piece of the picturesque town’s heritage.  On the market for £1,5000,000, knightfrank.co.uk Little Luxury C&TH Partnership The Schöffel Country men's Oakham Fleece Gilet is designed in Britain and made using the finest quality Italian-milled Pontetorto fleece. Twenty-nine years since its inception, it is still a firm favourite among those in the know – truly synonymous with British country life, but just as at home in the city. Available in a rich range of colours, the Oakham combines technical excellence with timeless style, making it an unrivalled all-season layer. £160, schoffelcountry.com Competition Enter this competition for your chance to win a set of three Pacific Rock Swell perfumes from Australian luxury perfume house Goldfield & Banks, worth over £380.  Pssst… The Other Bennet Sister was a huge hit when it aired earlier this year, and now the BBC has announced another Austen sister adaptation. The Other Elliot Sister is inspired by Austen’s last novel Persuasion, which revolves around Anne Elliot as she finds herself unexpectedly rekindling a lost love. But for this new story, we look to the margins, specifically to Elizabeth Elliot – the eldest sister of our humble heroine.   Whatever You Do, Don’t… Skip your warm up if you’re exercising outdoors in cold weather. ‘Make sure you always do a thorough warm up to increase body temperature and warm up muscles and joints effectively, as the cold will naturally counteract this,’ says fitness trailer India Bailey. ‘Doing so will both reduce your risk of injury and optimise your performance. Try incorporating a few dynamic stretches: active movements where muscles go through a full range of motion, like leg swings, side lunges and hip rotations. Pair these with some aerobic exercises, such as jumping jacks, to increase your heart rate.’ Find more winter exercise tips here. Subscription Offer Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39

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November 10, 2026   |    Staying In… Create A Cosy Bedroom For Winter Creating a wonderful bedroom for yourself is one of life’s greatest luxuries and comforts. ‘It’s a very private pleasure, like good underwear,’ says designer Fran Hickman. Most of us want our bedrooms to be places of retreat and calm. But calm isn’t always enough: a bedroom can also be rejuvenating. As Willow Kemp, who, working with her mother Kit Kemp, has masterminded more bedrooms than many designers, explains: ‘your considerations should revolve around how you want to feel in the space.’ As the dark nights draw in, Hatta Byng gathers cosy bedroom ideas from the designers who know best, and makes the case for turning yours into a cocoon of contentment. Going Out… Book Your Christmas Meal At Vardo Planning a festive get-together with friends? Check out Chelsea restaurant Vardo, housed inside a cylindrical, three-storey stone and glass pavilion bang in the middle of Duke of York Square. Created by the Caravan group and based around a ‘no boundaries’ concept, it’s inspired by the vardo wagons used by Romani travellers during the 19th century, which would travel the globe collecting produce and flavours along the way. The festive set menu this year includes shared starters of Christmas cornbread, beetroot cured salmon and pulled roasted lamb shoulder ahead of mains including roasted butternut squash and crispy sea bass, with tiramisu or flourless chocolate cake for dessert. Plus, don’t miss seasonal cocktail specials like the Spiced Berry Highball, a mix of East London gin, spiced berry syrup, lemon and soda. You can book for groups of up to 16 guests. Find more festive menus here. Book at caravanandco.com Staying In Forever Property of the Day A riverside tudor manor with royal roots is on the market. Nestled on the England/Wales border, between the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons, the Herefordshire home is thought to have once been visited by Elizabeth I. It blends its retained period features, including original ceiling plasterwork and fireplaces, with modern renovations – and the estate also comes with four individually designed cottages, ranging from one-to-five bedrooms, and extends to 16 acres.  On the market for £275,000,000, search.savills.com Little Luxury C&TH Partnership Few bottles make an occasion feel quite as special as Penfolds Grange. An icon of fine wine, it’s a memorable choice for the festive season, whether opened and enjoyed around the Christmas table or tucked away in the cellar to evolve for years to come. A gift to savour now, or look forward to in the future. £600, harrods.com  Competition Here’s your chance to win a one-night stay at our hotel of the week, Old Bank Hotel in Oxford, complete with a glass of English sparkling wine on arrival, breakfast and dinner at the award-winning Quod Restaurant & Bar.  Pssst… Waitrose is the latest retailer to release its Christmas advert: a six-minute romcom sequel starring Keira Knightley, Joe Wilkinson and Alex Hassell, which follows on from the store’s 2025 festive film, The Perfect Gift. Watch it here. Whatever You Do, Don’t… Panic if you go in a chlorinated pool and come out with green hair (a common problem for dyed blondes). Our editor-in-chief Lucy got a great tip from her hairdresser recently: the best thing you can do is go home, wash your hair and then cover your hair with tomato ketchup and leave it for 20 minutes – then rinse it out. The acid will get rid of the chlorine.  Subscription Offer Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39

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November 09, 2026   |    Daily 9 November Staying In… Make The Most Of November Produce One divisive vegetable is having a surprise comeback, says Carrie Dodds, Abel & Cole’s head of fruit and veg. ‘We’ve seen the interest in parsnips rise by 72 percent since last year,’ she says, ‘and it seems people are “rediscovering” them.’ They’re at their best at this time of year thanks to the weather: ‘A touch of frost turns their starch into sugar, so they genuinely get sweeter as winter sets in.’ And you might be spotting funky-looking squash in the grocery shops – interest in less common varieties has grown 71 percent, too, adds Carrie. But don’t expect them to all behave as the most common varietal, butternut squash, does. ‘Each has its own personality,’ she says. ‘Crown Prince, with that lovely blue-grey skin, has dense, sweet, nutty flesh. Red Onion squash is richer and almost chestnutty.’ Read our complete guide to making the most of this season’s freshest produce here. Going Out… Book A Stay At The New Montcalm Royal London House Set in the former Royal Mail headquarters, Montcalm Royal London House is keeping the art of letter writing alive. Teetering over Finsbury Square, the newly refurbished hotel enjoys panoramic views across the surrounding skyscrapers (for the best view head to The Aviary restaurant and bar). Part of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection, guests are greeted with postcards upon check-in, with a replica green post box – on loan from the Postal Museum – plus a traditional red post box, both on hand to deliver your message. Then there are its partnerships with the London Writers’ Salon and Rise Art, as well as 900 works from creative studio Culture A, including artworks built from handwritten contributions supplied by the hotel team. Relaxed and refreshed by an afternoon in YĀTRĀ Spa, you’ll be inspired to pick up a pen. Read the full review here. Book at montcalmcollection.com Staying In Forever Property of the Day A Kensington penthouse inspired by the nearby Kensington Palace is on the market. Overlooking Kensington Palace Gardens, and built on the site of the former army barracks, the apartment is eclectically decorated by design studio Elicyon. The three-bedroom home spans 2,976 sq ft, and you’ll also have access to Lancer Square's private amenities, which include a swimming pool, a spa, a gym, and 24-hour concierge services. On the market for £16,500,000, lancersquare.co.uk Little Luxury C&TH Partnership Over the Christmas party season, it’s good to have a few pieces in your wardrobe that you know will last longer than one night. Hobbs’ ready-to-wear offering tells us that texture will be the highlight of the season; velvet and metallics come in easy silhouettes that work from dawn till dusk, scarlet red satin takes the spotlight, lace softens knitwear and sequins shimmer in all the right places. We’re loving these Grace Leather Knee Boots, with a slim, shorter heel and zip fastening. £259, hobbs.com Competition In need of a relaxing country escape? Enter this competition for your chance to win an overnight stay at Amberley Castle, with dinner and breakfast the next morning. Pssst… Following the news of the Met’s U-turn on spotlighting controversial fashion designer John Galliano for its 2027 spring exhibition, the cultural institution has announced its new exhibition theme: extraORDINARY: Fashion and the Poetics of the Everyday. Here’s everything we know so far. Whatever You Do, Don’t… Miss our new November/ December issue, on newsstands now featuring an interview with cover star Sabrina Elba. Subscription Offer Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39

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November 02, 2026   |    Daily 2 November Staying In… Watch The Gilded Age Season 4 America’s answer to Downton Abbey, The Gilded Age tracks the lives, loves and dramas of New York’s high society throughout the fin de siecle. Delving into the conflict between old and new money, the politics of marriage, and the era’s technological advances, it’s all set against a dazzling backdrop of lavish mansions and opulent gowns. With the HBO period drama back for its fourth season, this latest instalment is set to take us through to 1885. Following Bertha Russell’s (Carrie Coon) ban on divorced women at the end of last season, plus the breakdown of her marriage, it seems that the Russell family are in hot water from the off – a fact not helped by the arrival of new industrial rival John D Rockefeller. Meanwhile, Agnes van Rhijn (Christine Baranski) seizes the opportunity to regain her social position, Marian (Louisa Jacobson) forges a new path for herself, and Peggy (Denée Benton) works to be accepted by her future in-laws. Episode 1 out now on HBO, airing weekly Going Out… Try One Of London’s Best Vegan Eateries Yesterday was World Vegan Day, which reminded us of all the great plant-based restaurants London has to offer. Although the hype around vegan food has died down in recent years – and, sadly, seen many solely meat-free restaurants close – there are still plenty of great spots worth trying. With branches in both Borough Market and Camden, mallow is from the team behind veggie favourite Mildred’s and features creative dishes like porcini parfait and tofu makhani. There’s also Plates, which made history last year after becoming the first vegan restaurant in history to secure a Michelin star (book ahead to try the cult tasting menu). For a slap-up plant-based roast, head to The Spread Eagle in Homerton, or face the queues at Temple of Seitan to try some of its beloved vegan fried chicken. Find more restaurants here. Staying In Forever Property of the Day The mansion of all mansions is for sale in Rutland: think grand library, Baroque murals and a ballroom. The Great Stair & Library at Burley on the Hill is a 17th century architectural masterpiece with a history dating back to the Domesday book, and alongside its gilded ceilings and grand staircases, it’s been updated for modern living with a fully functional kitchen and modern bedrooms.  Guide price £3.25m, up for auction with auctions.savills.co.uk Little Luxury Activewear brand Vuori has launched a new travelwear collection, The Anywhere Edit, designed to keep you comfy and looking stylish while on the move. Think cashmere crew jumpers, wide leg trousers and twill jackets; our top pick is the Émilie Cashmere Rib Double Zip, an ultra-soft hooded sweater made with 60 percent recycled yarns. £270, vuoriclothing.co.uk Competition Simpson Travel is offering Country & Town House readers the chance to win a seven-night stay at one of their exclusive adult-only or family-friendly Simpson Hotels in Greece or Turkey, complete with a home-cooked daily breakfast. Enter here. Pssst… Warwickshire estate Ardencote Manor is reopening as a spa hotel in early 2027 following a £25 million transformation. The third destination from Hiddenwell, the group behind Hoar Cross Hall and Eden Hall, it will house one of the UK’s largest spa resorts complete with a real snow experience, a warm water rainpool, sound therapy and hot tub suites. Whatever You Do, Don’t… Throw away old coats: instead donate them to WrapUp London, an initiative which redistributes warm outerwear to vulnerable people this winter. Sites are accepting donations all over London until 22 November – find the full list of drop-off points here. Subscription Offer Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39

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