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Fairfax & Favor: Inventing Rural Vogue

From childhood friends to the creators of one of Britain’s most coveted brands. Marcus Fairfax Fountaine and Felix Favor Parker practically invented ‘rural vogue’ when they established Fairfax & Favor in 2013. This month Marcus tells us why the company will never compromise on quality, and considers what the future will bring… From the outside, Fairfax & Favor looks like one of those rare overnight successes. A brand that feels fully formed, confidently positioned and instantly recognisable.  The reality, as Marcus Fairfax Fountaine explains, is that the business is the product of years of thinking, refining and an almost stubborn refusal to compromise. “The principles for us are that we are not the cheapest product,” he says. “However, you will...

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A Helping Hand from Stocks Financial Management

This month we’re meeting James Smith, a long-term admirer of Rutland who has finally relocated to the county and established...

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Health & Beauty in Rutland at Calveo

As the saying goes, if we were all the same, life would be boring. Individuality is precious. And yet, in...

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History’s Textiles Conserved

Based in The Stable Courtyard of Burghley House, The Landi Company offers a full range of textile conservation services including...

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Schools & Colleges

Our roundup of the best independent schools, colleges and childcare providers across Rutland, Stamford and the surrounding area… Uppingham SchoolA...

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Garden Centres in Rutland

Our recommended local professionals Gates Garden CentreEstablished in 1948 by Fred & Ivy Gates, the current custodians of Gates Garden...

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Interior Design in Stamford with H-Works

This month we’re enjoying a visit to a property in central Stamford whose interiors have been transformed by Heather and...

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Natural Structures: 25 years of excellence

Passionate about designing oak frame timber buildings for over 25 years Everything begins with you, the client. Whether you’re envisioning...

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Moores Estate Agents

An insight into the property market with Vernon & Jenny Moore, founders of Moores Estate Agents and Country & Equestrian...

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Interior Designers in Stamford: Hunters

Helping clients to articulate their interior design ambitions, this month we take a look at the latest work of Hunters...

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Private GP Service at Fitzwilliam Hospital

Professional, personalised and convenient. This month we meet the GPs behind Peterborough-based Ramsay Fitzwilliam Hospital’s range of Private GP Services...

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Charitable Legacies with Stamford’s Buckles Law

Many charities depend on the generosity of individuals who wish to remember their cause in their wills. Across borders the...

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Garden and Landscape Design in Rutland

It might still be chilly outside but this is an ideal time to plan ahead to spring and summer… especially...

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Stamford Schools & Colleges

Our roundup of the best independent schools, colleges and childcare providers across Rutland, Stamford and the surrounding area Uppingham School...

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Kitchens in Rutland

At the time of writing, Caldecott couple Bob & Barbara Hook are looking forward to spending their first Christmas in their...

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Louise’s Wedding at Normanton Park

Marrying just after New Year ensured Louise & Francis could take advantage of low winter sun, dazzling off the surface...

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Stamford Garden Centre

With everything to ensure you can create a cosy winter, The Stamford Garden Centre & Café provides stoves, sofas, its...

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Creativity and Style with Hunters Interiors

Working with an interior designer should be a rewarding partnership, bringing together each element of your project with cohesion and...

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The Delcor Difference

Having the sofa you want… not the one that’s ‘close enough’ is the difference that Delcor provides. Bespoke to the...

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Chloe & Joe’s Stamford Wedding

For Chloe and Joe, it seems like the best things really do come to those who wait. After a lengthy...

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Simply stunning, Simply Stamford

Simply stunning, simply stylish, Simply Stamford. It’s the home of decorative touches and hand-picked, timeless home furnishings in the heart...

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A Rutland Country Wedding

This month we’ve some blooming beautiful ideas for your forthcoming wedding as a team of local wedding suppliers led by...