Overstone Hall in Northamptonshire has been reclaimed by nature following more than a century of being unloved by successive owners. It was commissioned by Lady Overstone in 1860 but her husband, Samuel Jones-Loyd, 1st Baron Overstone (top left), despised the building and refused to live there. He wrote a letter saying: 'It is an utter failure, although very large and full of pretension - it has neither taste, comfort nor convenience. I am utterly ashamed of it.' ...read
This is not just any mansion... this is a Marks & Spencer mansion
The ten-bedroom Edwardian mansion featured in supermarket's star-studded TV campaign goes on sale for £5million. It is set in four acres of land with views stretching from Dover to Fairlight.
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The ten-bedroom Edwardian mansion featured in supermarket's star-studded TV campaign goes on sale for £5million. It is set in four acres of land with views stretching from Dover to Fairlight.
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WINDOW SHOPPING...TERRIFIC TRAYS
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FANCY FREDA
Freda patterned round tray, £18, Habitat
Freda patterned round tray, £18, Habitat
BISCUIT BREAK
Round Rich Tea biscuit tray, £9.95,Liberty
Round Rich Tea biscuit tray, £9.95,Liberty
TEA TRAY
Ary Spoons Luna Blue Large Rectangular Tray £30.00, Heals
Ary Spoons Luna Blue Large Rectangular Tray £30.00, Heals
KALEIDO TRAY
HAY Kaleido Trays, £11-£150, John Lewis
HAY Kaleido Trays, £11-£150, John Lewis
BIRD BREAK
Bird tray, £7.99, H&M;
Bird tray, £7.99, H&M;
KITSCH KITCHEN
Laduz Tray by Emily Maude, £24, Not On The High Street
Laduz Tray by Emily Maude, £24, Not On The High Street
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INTERIORS
WINDOW SHOPPING...A PINEAPPLE COCKTAIL
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SUBTLE EXOTIC
Pineapple wallpaper, £96 a roll, Timorous Beasties
Pineapple wallpaper, £96 a roll, Timorous Beasties
GLITZY GLORY
Pineapple Glory Cushion £75 BITTEN London at Not on the High Street
Pineapple Glory Cushion £75 BITTEN London at Not on the High Street
JAZZY FABRIC
Retro style tropical pineapple print fabric, £10 a metre Emma Hartung at Spoon Flower
Retro style tropical pineapple print fabric, £10 a metre Emma Hartung at Spoon Flower
LOVELY LAMP
Gold table lamp, £69.50 by Searchlight Lighting at Amazon
Gold table lamp, £69.50 by Searchlight Lighting at Amazon
PINEAPPLE PLACECARDS
Pineapple placecard holders, £100 for six at The Conran Shop
Pineapple placecard holders, £100 for six at The Conran Shop
PRETTY PINEAPPLE
Carmen Pineapple Lamp Base, £58, Graham and Green
Carmen Pineapple Lamp Base, £58, Graham and Green
PALAMA PINEAPPLES
Silver pineapple bases, £99-£130 Graham and Green
Silver pineapple bases, £99-£130 Graham and Green
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WINDOW SHOPPING...CORKING PRODUCTS
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BAR STOOL
Whether as side-tables or as stools, the three different corks benefit from the advantageous properties of the natural material: cork. It is comparatively light, enormously tough and has a pleasant soft feel. £313 eac, Heal's
Whether as side-tables or as stools, the three different corks benefit from the advantageous properties of the natural material: cork. It is comparatively light, enormously tough and has a pleasant soft feel. £313 eac, Heal's
CORKS LIGHT
These hand turned portugeuse cork lamp make a great feature in a modern kitchen. From £185 Benjamin Hubert
These hand turned portugeuse cork lamp make a great feature in a modern kitchen. From £185 Benjamin Hubert
CORK CUP
Fantastic set of 6 tea cups made out of eco friendly cork and ceramic.The cork can even be removed for easy cleaning in your dishwasher. £65 for a set of six, Not on the High Street
Fantastic set of 6 tea cups made out of eco friendly cork and ceramic.The cork can even be removed for easy cleaning in your dishwasher. £65 for a set of six, Not on the High Street
BAR SNACK
This large cork bowl is a versatile piece of serveware sculpted from natural cork with smooth, curved lines. The bowl can be used for storing fruits, snacks, dried foods or as general home storage.
This large cork bowl is a versatile piece of serveware sculpted from natural cork with smooth, curved lines. The bowl can be used for storing fruits, snacks, dried foods or as general home storage.
CORKING PICTURE
This cork noticeboard is moulded into the shape of an ornate picture frame. Use it to frame a single photograph or expand your display by pinning other important information around it. £48, Not on the High Street
This cork noticeboard is moulded into the shape of an ornate picture frame. Use it to frame a single photograph or expand your display by pinning other important information around it. £48, Not on the High Street
POP THE CORK
Add a bit of humour to a drinks party with this clever cool bucket. Forget plastic ice buckets, this is ideal for chilling Wine and Champagne. It also doubles up as a really cool flower vase. £52, Not on the High Street
Add a bit of humour to a drinks party with this clever cool bucket. Forget plastic ice buckets, this is ideal for chilling Wine and Champagne. It also doubles up as a really cool flower vase. £52, Not on the High Street
HOME NEWS...FLORAL STYLE
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LOVELY LAMP
Go for a country cottage theme on a budget. £10, Asda
Go for a country cottage theme on a budget. £10, Asda
SENSUAL SCENTS
This Magnolia scented candle by Designers Guild features a floral scent of greenest citrus top notes, softened with the floral jasmine and lily. It also comes in a beautifully decorated glass. £33, Amara
This Magnolia scented candle by Designers Guild features a floral scent of greenest citrus top notes, softened with the floral jasmine and lily. It also comes in a beautifully decorated glass. £33, Amara
TEA ROSE
A delightful way to serve tea to your latest house guest. £9.99, Zara Home
A delightful way to serve tea to your latest house guest. £9.99, Zara Home
DARLING SEAT
Don't let your chair hide away in the corner, opt for this fabulous floral fabric to ensure it takes centre stage. £829, Darlings of Chelsea
Don't let your chair hide away in the corner, opt for this fabulous floral fabric to ensure it takes centre stage. £829, Darlings of Chelsea
SPRING SERVING
Rather than balancing a TV dinner precariously on your lap why not glam it up a notch with this blooming good tray. £28, Berry Red
Rather than balancing a TV dinner precariously on your lap why not glam it up a notch with this blooming good tray. £28, Berry Red
DAISY DRAWS
Perfect for all the little things that gte lost in your house. £22.99, My Gift Tree
Perfect for all the little things that gte lost in your house. £22.99, My Gift Tree