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15 of the best vegan and veggie eats in Dorset & SomersetGet your fix of great vegetarian or vegan food this Veganuary in Somerset and Dorset, from takeaways, cafes and fast food to Michelin star restaurants.
January gardening jobsThe talented team behind the beautiful gardens at Compton Acres in Poole, offer their expert advice on what to do in the garden this month.
Win a luxury day for 2 at the Monart Day Spa in Poundbury, worth £398Five hours of pure relaxation with an Ultimate Monart Moments Full Spa Day for you and a friend, at the award-winning Monart Day Spa in Poundbury, near Dorchester. Sound good to you?
Best Places to Live 2023: SherborneThe picture postcard market town in north west Dorset has gorgeous medieval and Georgian properties, an eclectic array of independent shops, cafes and restaurants, excellent schools, a magnificent abbey and not one but two castles.
Best Places to Live 2023: Castle CaryEnjoy all that this pretty South Somerset town has to offer and Bruton’s culture/foodie scene on the doorstep (but without the price tag to live there).
Best Places to Live 2023: WimborneA bustling town with pretty streets and courtyards, period buildings, independent shops and whopping weekend markets.
What’s cooking? Harriet Mansell of Robin Wylde, Lyme RegisThe innovative Dorset chef spills the beans on her life, work and shares some top tips.
Best Places to Live 2023: SomertonThe small town has a bit of a European vibe with an historic market square, wide, tree-lined streets, old stone houses and a clutch of indy shops.
Best Places to Live 2023: DorchesterThe historic county town of Dorset, Dorchester is great for families with very good schools, close proximity to the Jurassic coast as well glorious countryside.
Zero heroes: locally made no-alcohol drinksSwerving the booze in Dry January? Try these tempting alcohol-free tipples made in Somerset & Dorset.
Commit to fit: 2023 events to train for nowOn your marks, get set, let’s go – and sign up for one of these runs, triathlons and swims in Somerset and Dorset.
8 New Year’s walks with pitstops en routeBlow away the cobwebs (hangover) on one of these wonderful winter walks in Somerset and Dorset, with pitstops for the hair of the dog, lunch or a coffee.
Jump into January! What’s on around Somerset & DorsetWell hello 2023! Start off the year as you mean to go on with our pick of what’s on in Somerset & Dorset this month.
Review: The Nici, BournemouthThe newly launched luxury hotel brings a breath of fresh Florida air into Bournemouth’s hotel scene. Miami nice! 
MUDDY AWARDS WINNERSFind out who's been crowned best of the best
Best Places to Live: BridportSometimes known as London-by-the-sea, the town has a vibrant community, rich cultural scene, indie shopping and eateries. Surrounded by stunning countryside and just a mile and half to the sea.
Get sprucing! Local Christmas tree farms are openIt’s December and that means it’s time to drag a 7ft tree into the house and cover it with sparkles! Here’s where to go to make it happen.
Review: Pilgrim Corner, luxury self-catering cottage on the edge of ExmoorThe perfect base for exploring spectacular Exmoor and the West Somerset/North Devon coast and then hunkering down in cosy comfort.
Six local vintage home stores we loveHere’s our pick of the vintage furniture and homewares stores in Somerset & Dorset (some of them have bars – just saying).
Best Places to Live: WedmoreBustling village set above the Somerset Levels – it’s often called the Isle of Wedmore – and close to the Mendips Hills, with indie stores, one of the best pubs in Somerset and over 50 clubs and societies, they say.
Christmas gifts from around Somerset and DorsetSupport local with these great gift ideas from Somerset and Dorset real world shops and online stores.
Best Places to Live: ClevedonIndependently minded, lively little seaside town overlooking the Bristol Channel and beyond, with elegant Victorian villas, indie shops and eateries, possibly the country’s prettiest pier – and only 15 miles from Bristol. Top 250 Places to Live series. 
What’s on in December20 things to do in Somerset, Dorset & Bristol this month (and then there are all the Christmas shows, pantos, markets, light trails and ice rinks). 
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Best Places to Live 2023 : FromeThe community-minded town’s packed with arty, artisan indy businesses and cafes, and hosts the best street market in the West.
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Best Places to Live 2023: ShaftesburyCheck out this sleepy hilltop town nestled within the Blackmore Vale in North Dorset, with indie shops, cafes and restaurants and one of the UK's most iconic views at Gold Hill. 
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Review: The Elder, BathModern British fine dining with the emphasis on wonderfully wild, sustainable, field-to-fork food in gorgeous Georgian Bath. Game on! 
Best Places to Live: BeaminsterLaid back, pretty town with an arty feel and an attractive conservation area around the market square. Surrounded by lush countryside and not far from the sea. Top 250 Places to Live series.
6 autumnal updates for your homeThe nights are drawing in and the desire to get cosy is strong. Here are some seasonal interior ideas from Somerset & Dorset shops, naturally.
The Muddy guide to the Bath Christmas MarketOne of the biggest (and we say, best) Christmas markets in the UK is back – and celebrating its 20th anniversary. Shall we? 
Best Places to Live 2023: BrutonThe Notting Hill of the South West has more than its fair share of cultural highlights, great food and famous people. 
Real ice rinks in Somerset, Dorset & BristolA slip, slide and a triple salchow around the best real ice rinks in Somerset, Dorset and Bristol
Best Places to Live: SouthbourneA buzzin’ Bournemouth ‘burb with cool places to eat, drink and hang out, good schools and transport links, and brilliant beaches. Part of our Top 250 Places to Live series. 
What’s cooking? Sam Sperring-Trendl, The Swan in WedmoreOur favourite chefs spill all about their work, lives and top tips. Dishing it this week: Sam Sperring-Trendl, head chef at The Swan in Wedmore - just awarded 2 AA rosettes
Let it glow! Festive illuminated trails near youTwinkling trails – and trains – around Somerset, Dorset and beyond. Scarf on, boots strapped, let’s go! 
Best Places to Live 2023: LangportThriving laid back indies and a spirit to match on the edge of the Somerset Levels (and with the possible return of the railway it could be a good time to buy). 
Pow FoodWant to whip up a no-fuss dinner party in the blink of an eye, stock your freezer with emergency healthy goodies, or send the gift of food to a friend? Pow Food, it’s done – thanks to this brilliant national online catering company and its lip-smacking range of gourmet à la carte and ready meals.
Cracking Christmas markets and fairs near youThe Christmas parties, carol services and pantos are yet to come but hey, November is already seeing the start of the festive fairs and markets in Dorset, Somerset and Bristol. Ready to shop? Let’s go!
12 things to do at Jordans Courtyard, near IlminsterFrom mastering the art of the macaron and nailing the perfect pedi to complementary therapies and a Christmas pop up. It’s all happening at Somerset’s cool eat-shop-wellness destination.
Best Places to Live: SwanageAn unpretentious, super family-friendly little seaside town on the Jurassic Coast, looking out across Swanage Bay. 
Best Places to Live 2023: WellsEngland’s smallest city is fast becoming the South West’s go-to place for festivals with annual food, comedy, theatre and literary fests.
Win a curated case of wine from The Celebrity Drinks CollectionSip like a celeb with the chance to nab this curated case, created especially for Muddy readers, worth £126.50
Best Places to Live: WellowA gorgeous small village with a vibrant community on the edge of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within spitting distance of Bath
Foodie alert: what’s new in Somerset & DorsetJust opened, opening soon, coming up, plus one of Britain’s Most Exciting Restaurants and the Best Place to Drink in the UK (they’re already here).
Best Places to Live: Canford CliffsSituated along the eastern edge of Poole Harbour, Canford Cliffs ‘village’ is a quiet, well-heeled and leafy suburb of Poole with wooded ravines, picturesque walks to the nearby golden beach and some gorgeous properties. Top 250 Places to Live series. 
Christmas wreath workshops in Somerset & DorsetBefore you say it’s too early, these hugely popular festive workshops are already selling like hot mince pies – so book now or miss out
Best Places to Live: South PethertonA golden hamstone village in south Somerset, with almost everything needed to live the good life including indie shops and cafes, one of Somerset’s best farm shops and a Michelin-listed restaurant. Part of our Top 250 Places to Live series.
Firework spectaculars in Dorset & Somersethere to get the best bangs for your bucks at firework displays near you
Win a gorgeous Arbrook Candle collection worth over £250There’s nothing better than a lovely natural handmade candle to make your house smell divine… except, perhaps, for an entire collection of candles.
We’re give away a collection of seven candles – that’s one of each fragrance – plus a set of wick cutters.
Doing what we do best! Introducing Muddy RecommendsIntroducing Muddy Recommends, our new quality marker for the best national brands and products – tried by us, tested by you and judged WORTHY!
Review: The Cotley Inn, Wambrook, SomersetThis place has been scooping up awards for its super local food and all round fab atmos. Now they’ve converted former stables into comfy rooms, you can stay over – so we did. 
Go for gold: Autumn walksCrisp sunny days and 50 shades of Autumn colour. Here are five of the best places in Somerset & Dorset and beyond to kick up the leaves - with pitstops.
New season trends to buy now from Somerset & Dorset boutiquesYour wardrobe called, it wants a new season update! Here’s how to bring your look bang up-to-date in six easy ways
October half term sorted: 30+ things to do with your little monsters (and your big ones)Ghostly trails, Halloween scares, zombie dancers, fungi forays, theatre treats and more – there’s lots going on for kids of all ages in Somerset and Dorset this half term. 
Win £800 to spend on Olivanna and my olivanna skincareHead to Muddy's Reader Treats to win £800 of beauty products from luxury brand @olivannalondon
Top 250 Best Places to Live across 28 counties REVEALED!See where you should be moving to... 
POW! Your à la carte dinner party delivery has arrivedWant to entertain but haven’t the time or energy to cook? Muddy’s ed-in-chief Hero Brown (with 11 hungry guests) tests an innovative, no-stress à la carte delivery service where hosts just heat, serve – and relax.
Bicester Village’s exclusive Private Sale until 31 OctWhether you’re looking to update your wardrobe or want to nail your Christmas gifting early, here’s everything you need to know about the Private Sale at luxury shopping destination Bicester Village, running this month. Trust us, you’re gonna love it.
10 amazing things you didn’t know you could do at Royal Opera HouseA newly relaunched, supercool terrace restaurant, cocktails with the best view in Covent Garden, lunchtime recitals, Family Sundays… No need to buy a ticket for a show, just drop in to experience what makes the Royal Opera House special.
Pick of the pumpkin patches in Somerset & DorsetC’mon, it’s time to prep for Halloween! Make the kids put the legwork in at one of these local farms and pumpkin patches before they can start carving. Bonus brownie points for zero food miles. 
Awesome October: 40+ things to do in Dorset & Somerset this monthFestivals and fairs, famous faces, an illuminated Earth in a cathedral and a roller disco for grown ups (go on, you know you want to)
23 things to see and do in London this monthLondon’s calling, so we’ve hand-picked the best in theatre, music and arts in the capital this month. Your diary can thank us later.
Basics made beautifulThe home of luxe loungewear, chic Swiss brand HANRO delivers muted tones and modern silhouettes for the new season. Here’s the Muddy edit.
10 things to do at the Wells Food Fest.Foodie alert! The Wells Food Festival is back and it’s bigger, better – and tastier– than ever. Here’s how to spend the day.
Win 2 tickets to see Mel C at the Cheltenham Literature FestivalWe're giving away a pair of HOT tickets to see Mel C at the prestigious Chelt Lit Fest talking about her life with The Spice Girls in her brand new book 'Who I Am'.
12 things you can’t miss at the Cheltenham Literature Festival.From Bono and Sophie Ellis-Bextor to Lenny Henry, Stanley Tucci and more – just over the border, the 2022 Cheltenham Literature Festival is smokin’ hot. Want to know what to make a beeline for? Miss these 12 picks at your peril
5 brilliant Royal Opera House productions you won’t want to missLooking for excitement, inspiration or just some escapism with your arts this season? Enter stage left a clutch of world-class operas and ballets to book right now
12 Somerset & Dorset bakeries we love, in honour of GBBOBake Off is back on TV so time to drag out the food mixer. Can't be bothered? Fair enough! Put down that spatula and support these 12 drool-worthy local bakeries instead.
10 best places to shop vintage fashion in Somerset & DorsetGet your retro chic on with our pick of the coolest pre-loved fashion shops and more in Somerset & Dorset - treasure troves for clothes, accessories, jewellery and unique gifts
Review: Futuro House at Marston Park, near FromeCalling all design buffs, sci-fans and lovers of a chill time: this Space Age stay at an idyllic Somerset lakeside glamping retreat is out of this world
Bookworms, assemble! The Muddy Book Club has landedWelcome to Muddy Book Club, where each month you’ll find our must-read recommendations, alongside a hot new writing course for budding authors. September sizzlers incoming!
Everything you need to know about TV’s American Gigolo reboot42 years after a topless Richard Gere swaggered into his walk-in wardrobe to prep for a hot night seducing clients, American Gigolo returns.
22 things to see in London this monthWe've cherry-picked the best in theatre, music, arts and more for some capital nights out in the Big Smoke this autumn. Are you in?
In the pink! Barbiecore is trendingBarbiecore has officially gone viral, and we're crushing on pink harder than we are Ken right now (sorry Ryan). Here are our pink picks from big brands and Somerset & Dorset boutiques. Want to go for a ride?
40+ things to do in sociable SeptemberShake off those back-to-school vibes and hang onto that summer feeling for as long as possible. Here's what's on in Somerset & Dorset, from feasting at food festivals to cinema under the stars - out you go!
Ride of your life! Make like it’s Montana on a UK horseriding holidayTime to channel your inner cowgirl, grab your stetson and go! Here's Muddy's pick of best places in the UK for a ranching and roaming horseback adventure.
10 of the best Somerset & Dorset pubs for a sundownerAutumn might be around the corner, but unless it’s blowing a gale you won't pry our pub garden G&T from our well-manicured hands. Meet you in one of these beautiful boozers for a top-up?
Kelly Reilly (and 5 Brit actresses winning Hollywood)Please tell me I'm not the only one obsessed with Kelly Reilly as the feisty female lead in Yellowstone? Okay, good. Read on for how she's leading a crack team of UK actresses kicking US ass in 2022.
A whole galaxy of local stars in the Great Taste Awards 2022Award-winning local food and drink, you say? The latest Great Taste Award winners have just been crowned. Take a look at the sparkling array of Dorset & Somerset producers
Summer gardening jobsHow to keep your garden in tip top condition – whether you're staying at home or going away – from keeping flowers blooming and adding instant colour to looking after your lawn
Muddy Insider Guide to the West MidlandsIf you're heading to the Commonwealth Games this week, then you'll be needing Muddy's brand new, bang-up-to-date insider guide to the West Midlands
Win designer eyewear from DKO Independent Opticians, worth £1,500Focus people! Ensure 20:20 vision in and out of the sun, with a pair of designer prescription glasses AND a pair of designer prescription sunglasses, from DKO Independent Opticians in Somerton
Wells Art Contemporary 2022WAC is back! The annual international open art competition, with 120 artworks and 29 site-specific installations, is showing at Wells Cathedral. 
Weekend Escapes
10 pretty picnic spots in Dorset & SomersetPack your scotch eggs and lashings of ginger beer - we're heading to these 10 outdoor beauty spots across Somerset & Dorset to enjoy lunch al fresco.
Come on in, the water's lovelyWhere to cool off when the heat is on: 30 of the best lidos, freshwater and marine lakes, water parks and wild swimming in Somerset, Dorset, Bristol and beyond.
Win a case of summer wine from Morrish & BanhamSix wonderful wines (two of each) – from a fizz produced on an award-winning Dorset estate to an Argentinian red from one of the highest vineyards in the world – courtesy of Bridport's wonderful wine merchant Morrish & Banham.
Where to pick your own in Somerset & DorsetWe may be wilting in the heat but the fruit, veg and flowers on Somerset & Dorset's PYO farms are loving it! Here's where to pick sumptuous strawberries, verdant veg and blooming bouquets.
Muddy Award Winners’ Drinks 2022You did it, they did it, we all did it! The Muddy Awards are over for 2022. Time to pop the cork and raise a glass to the Winners!
Best of the summer wineWhat to quaff when you scoff! Pop a cork – or should that be unscrew the lid – on the best summer wines, according to a top Dorset wine merchant
Stonking summer reads10 books to take on your hols, chosen by Gullivers Bookshop in Wimborne, the Best Bookshop In Dorset, Somerset & Bristol (it's official!)
6 garden centres with cool cafesBuy plants and fill your face at these bloomin’ brilliant garden centres in Dorset, Somerset & Bristol, where the cappuccinos look as good as the chrysanths
Where to see outside theatre in Somerset & DorsetPicnic hampers and fold-up chairs at the ready: it's outdoor theatre season! Here's where to see the best open-air shows, from kid-pleasing comedy to family classics.
Win an Ashiana necklace and earrings from Allotment, worth £69Get that summer feeling with an Ashiana necklace and pair of earrings from super cool Somerset womenswear and accessories shop Allotment – on us! 
The Muddy Awards 2022Your votes have been counted and – drumroll please – the results are in. Here are your Muddy Awards 2022 winners. Go say hi, they’re local you know
How to nail the perfect picnicThe sun's out - quick, grab the wicker basket! If you're partial to a picnic (I mean, who isn't?) here's some inspo on how to pimp up your al fresco feast - including £500 of free Ocado deliveries (well hello M&S Deli range).
Better than socks! 8 local Father’s Day experiencesCan't bear to buy the man in your life yet another aftershave? Pick up one of these Father's Days (and a night) out in Dorset & Somerset instead for mega brownie points -and all available at a touch of a button
Review: The Eastbury Hotel & Spa, SherborneThe Georgian townhouse hotel's self-contained 17th century cottage offers the best of both worlds: all the facilities of the hotel – 2 AA rosette restaurant, walled gardens, spa - and the flexibility of being in your own pad. 
Iford Manor Estate: your passport to ItalyThis Italianate garden on the Somerset-Wiltshire border is a little slice of heaven, with a gorgeous cafe, holiday cottage – and a fabulous summer jazz festival! Bellissimo! 
Muddy roosts at The Bird, BathFind out why a stay at this flamboyant luxe hotel, which champions local with humour and style (even down to the plates), makes us as happy as larks! 
What’s On in JuneOver 30 things to do in Somerset, Dorset & Bristol this month, including the sporting Glastonbury, a beach in the city, a giant walking puppet – and Elton John. 
20 things to do over half termWill the kids be bored senseless, running circles around the kitchen table this half term? Not with this little lot to keep everyone – from tots to teens – busy!
David Walliams’ Billionaire BoyThe comedian, writer – and cross-channel swimmer – talks about the stage adaptation of his best-selling book, coming to Bristol in June
10 outdoor cinemas in Dorset, Somerset and BristolFeelgood flicks under the stars – with picnics, street food, popcorn and booze – in some of the South West's prettiest locations 
What’s on in MayWondering what to do with yourself this month in Dorset, Somerset and beyond? Get your chops around this lot: big name comedy, open air cinema, theatre and a flurry of festivals.
Mellulah Therapy & Yoga Retreats, DorsetAward-winning day, residential and bespoke yoga retreats, yoga classes, Reiki healing and other holistic therapies in rural Dorset
Muddy eats: The Circus, BathSituated between Bath's iconic Circus and Royal Crescent, the location of this buzzy independent restaurant is pretty perfect. Can the same be said about the food? Read on and find out
Superflashy spring newsflash!Feast your eyes on our latest round-up of the hottest happenings – awards, new openings and a fantastical immersive experience.
Super 7! Cool outdoor lighting that we loveWith warmer weather on the horizon, we're deep in planning for al fresco drinks and late-night parties on the patio. Light 'em up with these stylish garden picks.
No-stress dinner party? Call in the private chef!Private dining is bringing the dinner party back out of hibernation. Just relax and let a private chef shop, cook, serve and clear away.
20+ fab festivals in Somerset, Dorset & BristolWhatever type of music gets you into the grove – pop, rock, indie, folk or thrash punk neurohop – there's a festival for you this summer and beyond.
Review: No 15 by GuestHouse, BathLooking for a getaway with bodice-ripping Bridgerton vibes, design-fabulous rooms and a pleasure palace of a spa? We checked into Bath's period pulse racer for the night – see what we thought here.
Bluebell bonanzaNature's rolling out the blue carpet! The bluebells are breaking cover and here's where to see the best of them in Somerset, Dorset and Bristol
Weekend EscapesForget the spring clean, at the top of our to-do list this week is booking a gorgeous staycation to look forward to - who's with us?!
10 egg-centric Easter eggsNo need to go hunting - we've found the weirdest and wackiest Easter eggs up for grabs on the high street and locally this season. Cracking stuff!
A Monster CallsA fantastical fairytale for the digital age, this inventive production of Patrick Ness’s award-winning tear-jerker, on at the Bristol Old Vic, lands a raw emotional punch
40 eggcellent things to do over EasterWhat's happening for kids of all ages in Somerset & Dorset over Easter (and not ALL of them involve chocolate eggs). 
12 things to do in BournemouthFrom indie and vintage shopping, via brilliant beaches and nature reserves, to Michelin star food, cocktails with views and one of the UK's smallest cinemas.
House swap! What does £1m get you?Upping sticks to pastures new? Let's see what a cool million will get you on the property market across the Muddy counties - quite a lot, as it happens!
Fresh air, fresh fashion!Seven compelling reasons to head to Bicester Village to including up to 20 per cent off prices in April's renowned Private Sale and the Do-Good pop up boutique. Trust us, no-show is not an option.
What’s On in AprilStand-up to make you laugh, drama to make you cry, artisan food to fill your face and interesting stuff to buy – this month in Somerset, Dorset and beyond.
Platinum Healing, GlastonburyRest, heal and re-boot at a rather fabulous juice detox and yoga retreat in mystical Glastonbury
My favourite places: Libby PageThe Somerset author of The Sunday Times bestselling 'The Lido' shares her favourite places – including locations that have inspired her novels – in Somerset and beyond. Spoiler: several involve swimming.
Exquisite afternoon tea and fizz for two at Summer Lodge, Evershot - on us!Traditional – and not so traditional – afternoon tea at its finest, in the elegant surroundings of the Summer Lodge Country House Hotel in Dorset. 
Your SS22 social calendar – the ultimate guideThe new season's here and, to celebrate, we have a delicious £1500 for you to spend at Ted Baker.
9 burn-out breaks to book nowNeed a well-earned breather? We hear ya! Here's our pick of local de-frazzlers, across Dorset, Somerset and Devon from wellbeing retreats to mindfulness, yoga, foodie treats, writers' breaks, weight loss and beach sauna.
The Bath Decorative Antiques Fair is back!Style lovers, your attention please! One of the best vintage and antiques interiors fairs in the UK is coming to Bath this spring.
Muddy meets: 19 wonder(ful)womenOn International Women's Day (psst, it's Tues 8 March), meet 19 awesome female entrepreneurs close to home
Merchant MenswearA carefully curated collection of men's clothing and accessories. Understated. Timeless. The sort of stuff that you don't usually find on the high street.
WIN! A £280 luxury stay for TWO in the Venice of the Cotswolds + dinnerWe're giving away a luxe stay at The Old New Inn in Bourton-on-the-Water in the Cotwolds for two, with dinner and breakfast.
Morrish & Banham, Dorchester & BridportExcellent wines from around the world to take home, by the glass in store and at wine events, from a team who have personally tasted every single bottle (there's dedication for you)
What’s on in MarchThis little lot – 40 things to do in Somerset & Dorset, from stand up comedy to seashore foraging – should keep you going
Say hello to Sugar MangoWe challenge you to visit this boutique in super cool Southbourne and leave without buying at least one article of clothing, piece of jewellery, accessory or gift for a friend (or self) – everything's so flipping gorgeous
Win a stay at Hampshire's Watership Down Inn & a Bombay Sapphire Gin masterclassFancy an overnight stay for two in one of Hampshire’s loveliest inns, with more gin than you can shake a cocktail glass at? Click this way, my friend... 
Flipping fabulous pancakesDitch the spatula and head out to one of these seven indie cafes in Dorset & Somerset on Pancake Day
Makeover! How to paint your perfect feature wallHere's how to revamp your space with paint brush, roller and a splash of colour.
Hidden gemsGood places to eat aren't always on the high street. Here are eight cool cafes around Somerset, Dorset and nearby in some more interesting locations
lyme regisMuddy’s curated the top 8 best places to live in Dorset and now we want to hear from you! Which one of these buzzy towns or villages do you think deserves to be crowned as the most liveable local location?
Superflashy newsflash!New places to eat, the chance to be part of a unique living artwork in the glorious Somerset & Dorset countryside and stand up lessons for teens from a pro...
West Country Michelin winners 2022Award-winning local cuisine, you say? The latest Michelin winners have just been announced – and there 30 in the West Country. 
Muddy meets: Ray MearsHe’s the guy you’d want by your side if you ever, erm, got lost in the wilderness. The Father of British Bushcraft is coming our way with his new show, We Are Nature. We caught up with him to find out more.
February half term saviour30 things to do in Somerset & Dorset – inside and out, for kids of all ages – over February half term
Juicy citrus knitsForget the fruit bowl, citrus is having a moment in the fashion world and is a dead cert for injecting a zing of colour into your winter wardrobe. Here are the knits we're loving right now, from national brands and local shops
Olympic-vibe activities in Somerset & DorsetBeen inspired by the quadruple salcows and giant ski jumps at the Winter Olympics in Beijing? Have a go at some cool winter sports closer to home, from skiing and ice hockey to performance ice skating
The UK's Top 50 Cocktail Bars 2022Vodka may not be the answer but it's worth a shot, don't you think? Especially if it's at one of the UK's Top 50 cocktail bars (and there are four down our way)
Class actionInterested in yoga, pilates or mindfulness? 10 good reasons why you should sign up for a health and wellbeing class, rather than going it alone
Win a handpainted cashmere and silk scarf, worth £95It's a wrap! Win this stunning cashmere and silk scarf, handpainted by Bath textile artist Carole Waller. 
Best Places to Live 2022Muddy’s curated the Top 200 best places to live in 2022 and now it’s time to have your say!
Love local: Valentine’s Day gifts near youPucker up! It's the officially the month of lurve so here's our pick of Valentine's goodies from Somerset and Dorset biz. Print and give to your partner.
Art to wear: handpainted clothes and scarvesNormally you don't want to get paint on your clothes – not unless internationally acclaimed Bath textile artist Carole Waller is wielding the brush! 
What's on in FebruaryGet your fix of February fun! 25 things to do this month in Somerset and Dorset, from food fests and light trails to drinks in a clink - oh, and Dick & Angel are coming to town
Want to play Property Flirt?The best of both worlds: a big and beautiful Somerset village house with separate cottage and lush countryside views just five minutes from the elegant Georgian city of Bath - but how much is it worth?
Muddy meets: Kym MarshThe former Corrie star on her new role as the sexy bunny boiler in the stage adaptation of Fatal Attraction – and what it's really like stripping off on stage
Top 50 gastropubs 2022 revealedDiscover who nabbed the top spot and find where you should be booking. Spoiler: there are two Somerset pubs on the list and 16 overall in the West Country! 
Snowdrop spectaculars near youThey're coming out! The 15 loveliest places to catch winter snowdrops across Somerset & Dorset over the next few weeks.
Where to drink when you’re not drinkingDesignated driver, taking part in Dry January, or just on a hiatus from the hard stuff? Try these 8 local bars with enticing no or low booze options, but still with maximum atmos.
Wealth checkMoney may not buy happiness but a new survey finds that feeling in control of your finances does. Here's how to boost your financial – and therefore mental – wellbeing. 
First Muddy newsflash of the yearNew year, new openings in Somerset, Dorset and Bristol: from a luxe cocktail bar to an oil rig turned art installation
Culture planner: what’s on in 2022Your cheat sheet to the year's best theatre, comedy, live music, dance and art in Somerset, Dorset & Bristol
Write on!Somerset author Rachel Edwards shares her 'lucky seven' tips for writing YOUR book
Happy Veganuary!Where to eat vegan in Somerset, Bath, Bristol and Dorset: from takeaways and fast food to a Michelin star restaurant 
Hair transformation: mumsy mane, begone!Stuck in a hair rut? See Muddy Berkshire editor Rachel's chic style update here - the third video in our series with the fabulous Haringtons salons
Muddy x Haringtons HairdressingFor the second video in our transformation series with the brilliant Haringtons hair salons, Muddy Dorset/Somerset editor Sue sits in the salon chair for a frizz-busting Kérastase treatment 
Best places to live 2022: DorchesterThe historic county town of Dorset, Dorchester is great for families with very good schools, indy shops and restaurants, close proximity to the Jurassic coast as well glorious countryside.
Shop local at Christmas – gifts for menFor the hard-to-buy-for men in your life: 10 gift ideas from Somerset and Dorset's independent stores
Shop local at Christmas – gifts for kidsorget the chains and Amazon, shop local in Somerset and Dorset for the kids this Christmas. 
Eat, drink and be merryWhere to go for festive dining in Somerset & Dorset this December
Shop local at Christmas – gifts for women12 gifts for women from independent makers and shops in Somerset and Dorset
Muddy reviews: Burrito Boi, FromeSay hola to Burrito Boi! Rumoured to make the best burritos this side of Mexico and winner of Muddy Stilettos Best Covid Start-Up business in Somerset and Dorset earlier this year
Best places to live 2022: FromeThe community-minded town’s packed with arty, artisan indy businesses and cafes, and hosts the best street market in the West. 
We're giving away three £100 vouchers to spend at FrugiFrugi, one of the UK's leading sustainable kids' brands, is opening their first shop in Clarks Village in Street. Want to win £100 to spend there or online? Read on... 
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What’s a sure sign that it’s finally Spring? Retiring your thermals, yes. But more excitingly it’s the arrival of bluebell season. We’re so lucky to have so many beautiful bluebell woods in Dorset and Somerset. Here’s where to find the pick (but please don’t, they’re protected) of the little blue fellas near you.
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Goblin Combe, near Cleeve
Worth a visit for the name alone. Grasslands above and woodlands below (where you’ll find those blue flowers) in a limestone gorge. Great views across the Mendips too at this Avon Wildlife Trust reserve.
Long Wood, Cheddar
Ancient bluebell wood once owned by the mediaeval Witham Priory now under the custodianship of the Somerset Wildlife Trust, with an easy trail with stunning bluebells, orchids, anemones, wild garlic and a little stream.
Brockholes, along the South West Coast path, Exmoor
Six miles of rugged track and footpath (some narrow and exposed – eek) but it’s worth holding your nerve for amazing views across the Bristol Channel to the Brecon Beacons in Wales and the three valleys filled with bluebells and other flowers in amongst the gorse. And the brockholes? Ancient quarries.
Ladies Walk, Montacute
A short, semi-circular walk from a pathway alongside the village school, up through a hillside beech wood thronged with bluebells – you can just see the village and Elizabethan Montacute House through the trees – before heading down through a lane cutting deep through the hamstone back into Montacute.
King’s Castle Wood, near Wells
Combine bluebells and history – this Somerset Wildlife Trust nature reserve is on the site of an Iron Age hill fort, just a mile away from the centre of Wells – with views across to Glastonbury Tor and the Somerset Levels.
Thurlbear Woods, near Taunton
With its incredible variety of flowers, fungi and wildlife in an ancient woodland you won’t be surprised to discover this is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Secret glades, foot paths and a rookery, all there to discover.
Aller and Beer Woods, near Langport
One of the Somerset Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves, this ancient woodland along the western slope of Aller Hill is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), with oak and ash trees, wood-peckers, the odd deer, the rare star-shaped earthstar fungi as well as all those bluebells.
Greyfield Wood, near High Littleton
Once part of the Earl of Warwick’s hunting estate, then mined for coal, Greyfield Wood is one of Somerset’s largest ancient woodlands (now owned by the Woodland Trust) and a wonderful place to visit, with all kinds of wildlife (from voles to wild deer), a cascading waterfall – and fab bluebells. Take the footpath running south from the Greyfield Road out of High Littleton, about 10 miles from Bath.
RSPB Swell Wood, Fivehead, between Taunton and Langport
As well as bluebells, you might also see nesting grey herons and little egrets (aaawww) in this part ancient woodland part abandoned oak plantation stretching 10 miles from Langport to the Blackdown Hills. Over 100 pairs of birds come to breed between March and June making it one of the largest colonies in the south west. Swell Wood is about 11 miles from Taunton, off the A378 between the villages of Fivehead and Curry Rivel.
Leigh Woods, Clifton, Bristol
Winding trails through bluebell woods with spectacular views of Brunel’s famous Clifton Suspension Bridge and the city through gaps in the trees. It being owned by the National Trust, there are picnic tables, a compostable loo and a downloadable family trail with kids play stuff along the route.
DORSET
Kingston Lacy, near Wimborne
Four woodland trails around the estate of this Italianate mansion take in the best bluebells, including Abbot Street Copse in Pamphill, which was planted with new trees a few years ago to conserve the important woodland.
Duncliffe Wood, Stour Row, nr Shaftesbury
Just three miles outside Shaftesbury, this huge Woodland Trust wood and (Site of Nature Conservation Interest) is famed for the bluebells on its steep slopes. The ancient wood appears in the Domesday Book, was once owned by Eton College and is said to have inspired Thomas Hardy’s The Woodlanders.
Colmer’s Hill, Symondsbury, nr Bridport
Climb up the iconic hill on the Symondsbury Estate for gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside – West Dorset, East Devon and the sea – from the top and bluebells growing along the way.
Fifehead Wood, Fifehead Magdalen, nr Gillingham
Another Woodland Trust site, with buzzards and woodpeckers to watch out for as well as the bluebells.
Champernhayes Woods, Wootton Fitzpaine, nr Lyme Regis
Also known, confusingly as Charmouth Forest and Wootton Hill, the bluebells grow in amongst the beech trees in the lower section of the woods. Take the circular walk and you’ll be rewarded with views of the sea.
Bulbarrow Hill, Woolland, nr Blandford Forum
Walk to the top of this chalk hill – one of the highest points in Dorset – for the bluebells and fab views across the Blackmore Vale and beyond to Somerset Wilts and Devon.
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