The English Home

What to do in OCTOBER

GATHER… a group of like-minded souls

arvel over the mellow magic of early autumn with friends and family. If the weather is fine, set up an impromptu camp-style gathering outdoors with low-level furniture, made extra comfortable with cushions in colours inspired by a woodland scene, from earthy neutrals to rich plum, berry and damson hues, and a generous supply of blankets and throws to wrap up in when it turns cool. A fire pit, complete with a stack of logs, will bring welcome heat and enable the conversation and chatter to go on into the evening, with

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