Period Living

Hidden treasure

THE STORY

OWNERS David Reade, a barrister, and his wife, Linda, live here. The couple have two grown-up daughters, Natasha and Katie

PROPERTY A Grade II-listed detached house in Cow Honeybourne, Worcestershire. The original house dates back to the 16th century, with major additions made in the 17th century and some minor work completed in the 1980s. The house has four bedrooms as well as five bathrooms

WHAT THEY DID Removed a wall to create a kitchen-diner, uncovered a huge inglenook fireplace, installed a heating system

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