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Features

How to become 'Stress-Less'

We’ve all said, “I’m stressed!”, but what does it really mean and how bad is it for you?

July Book Reviews

From a long-awaited follow-up to an irresistible slice of history, July is a literary month to be reckoned with...

Money Matters: Watered Down

Adele Trathan offers some tips to help lower the water bills during the summer and beyond...

Travel: Our Top 5 Family Holiday Destinations

Family holidays are a must for relaxation, excitement, and reconnecting together, and Lisa de Silva has some top destination recommendations for all ages and stages of life...

Community News

Councillors Approve Warehouse Plans

An animal feed business has secured planning permission to create a new warehouse near Mayfield...

Williams Secures Hickstead Trial Success With Brand New Ride

The 2010 Hickstead Derby champion Guy Williams marked himself out as the one to watch in this year’s class, after securing a one-two finish in the Agria Derby Trial

Plans For 35 Flats Submitted For Bognor Arcade Site

Plans for 35 flats above Bognor Regis Arcade have been submitted for to Arun District Council...

Indian Restaurant Battles For License Renewal After Objections From Authorities

An Indian restaurant owner faced objections from police and licensing officers for the second time in a matter of months after re-applying for a drinks licence for his business...

Hidden Membership

Win A Family Weekend Ticket To The Compton Festival

Back for its third spectacular year, we're offering you the chance to win one of three family weekend tickets up for grabs (with camping...

Win A Family Ticket To The East Sussex Living History Festival

We're offering you the chance to win one of TEN free family tickets - offering free entry for two adults and up to four children - to the...

Win A Two-Night Stay At The Seaview Hotel With Breakfast And Two-Course Dinner

We're offering one lucky Hidden member and a plus one the chance to enjoy a fantastic two-night stay at this beautiful coastal hotel in...

50% OFF: Two Tickets For £25 For Highweald Vineyard Tours

Please note this is a commercial offer and not an editorial piece. We're offering all of our Hidden members the chance to enjoy a...

Stuff We Like!

Playtime: Proper Picnics

Sara Whatley is singing the praises of the proper picnic this month as the Whatley clan make the most of the summer...

Our Five Greatest Superhero Films Of The 21st Century (So Far)

With Superman once again lighting up the big screen and a new Fantastic Four on its way from Marvel, it's hard not to reflect on how far...

Five Brilliant Brain Teasers For The Week (21/07/25)

Settle in for another round of riddles and reasoning. This week's set includes two easy warm-ups, two moderate thinkers, and one tough...

It's a Dog's Life: Thinking Big Thoughts

Teddy is having some big and noble thoughts this month about the meaning of doggy life...

Food And Drink

Recipe: Miso Salmon

This excellent recipe uses Miso to great effect, creating a satisfying and healthy salmon supper

Recipe: Summer Bean Salad with Basil Aioli

This delicious recipe creates a colourful salad that's a feast for the eyes and bursting with summer flavours...

Recipe: Spicy Tomato Pasta Salad

As we head into summer, it's time for fresh, seasonal flavours and a kaleidoscope of colourful ingredients...

Recipe: Traditional Hot Cross Buns

Instead of buying from the supermarket, why not make these brilliant buns at home? Hot cross buns are an Easter favourite, so your guests are sure to be impressed...

Home And Garden

Blooming Times: A Guide to Watering

Flo Whitaker explains how to keep your garden irrigated throughout summer - and makes an appeal for ‘slow watering’...

Blooming Times: Sociable Climbers

There’s a group of plants that’s often overlooked – annual climbers. These fast-growing characters are easy to propagate from seed. Give them a sunny, sheltered spot and they’ll perform all summer long, says Flo Whitaker

Blooming Times: A Potted History

Camellias make wonderful garden plants – and a delicious cuppa too. Flo Whitaker unpacks the curious tale of tea...

Homes Extra: Smart Bathrooms

Turn your bathroom into a modern and luxurious sanctuary with the addition of smart features. Sara Whatley discovers more...