A walk across the beautiful British countryside would not be quite the same without the fun of navigating one of these charming country boundary crossings, known as stiles. Children will always run ahead to tackle them first and then watch …
Celebrating Independent Retail
Since the pandemic gripped the world, the retail shopping industry has undergone a dramatic change in the way retailers do business and many have changed strategies to meet the growing online shopping demand which for a number of customers is …
Quality Fabrics and how important it is to source the best fabrics for production
Discerning shoppers spend a considerable amount of time getting to know exactly what they want in country clothing and the levels of quality available. If you want a high quality wardrobe then understanding the importance of fabrics is something you …
Sustainability in Fashion, and why Hartwell is dead against ‘Fast Fashion’
You would have to have lived the last few years on a deserted island to have not noticed the “growth of green” in the fashion sector. Every industry across the globe is looking at how they can reduce their carbon …
Best Christmas Gifts for Countryside Lovers
The festive season is already upon us and this year is extra special as we can move freely around the countryside and enjoy time with family and friends unlike last year when many of us were subjected to the nasty …
Why Diet Plays Such An Important Role In Wellbeing
There is an old saying that goes “You are what you eat” and the general meaning is that if you want to lead a fit and healthy life, then you need to eat healthy food. But one man’s “Beef & …
Physical Activities To Improve Our Wellbeing
At last, we as a nation have come through the worst of the pandemic and it’s time to get our wellbeing back in balance. One thing that certainly changed for many of us was the opportunity to exercise outdoors in …
The History of Clay Pigeon Shooting in the UK
One of the countryside’s fastest growing participant activities both as a sport and simply for fun. Many people are experiencing the fun of clay pigeon shooting in the UK, and those new starters are continuing to learn more about the …
The best types of clothing for Clay pigeon shooting
For novices to the sport of clay pigeon shooting, a day’s shoot can often bring up those perplexing outfit decisions for ladies. What to wear, should I accessorise, can I be stylish and yet remain practical? Panic not as this …
Dress To Impress (in Hartwell of course…)
Dress to Impress in HartwellIn today’s fast-paced world (pre-Covid of course), modern living can be tiresome for us to dress to impress as the old adage goes. Fulfilling the need for comfort and practicality whilst looking great is never easy. …
