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I'm Anna-Lou, editor of Muddy Northamptonshire, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.
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Spotlight
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3 reasons to smart buy your sunnies!Thinking about taking the plunge on designer glasses? Read on
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Muddy travels: Kalkan, TurkeyI first heard about Kalkan on my commuter train, and was so enamoured with the description (very foodie, beautiful seas and friendly people), I booked my cut price flights almost immediately.
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Surviving the summer with kidsIf the thought of six long weeks with the nippers has you reaching for the gin at 10am, don't worry, we're here to help.
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Muddy tries osteopathy...It often divides opinion, so find out if it could work for you too?
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The Muddy spray tan testTis the season Mudsters and we have 5 tried and tested tans for all skin types
What's On
FRI 18 - MON 21 AUGUST 2017
MON 14- SUN 20 AUGUST 2017
AUGUST 2017
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6 scrummy afternoon teas
We ran this feature last year and as it’s National Afternoon tea Week again on the 14th, it reminded us we’d not done another one *slaps own hand and promises to do better. So, in absence of that, we thought we’d run this one again, and write a new one soon!
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William Sitwell’s superb supper clubs
As supper clubs go, if you have the editor of Waitrose Food magazine, a Masterchef judge and...
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Summer sizzles at 185 Watling St
Garden bars and picnics under the stars...it's time to step outside for al fresco August
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Muddy’s Folly (food review)
Mellow moments and creative flair are both on tap at one of Northants not so hidden culinary gems
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Need a seaside fix? Here’s 6 of the best
Feeling a little landlocked in Northants? Hurray for Muddy’s best beach trips!
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Beautiful Barton Hall
I loved this hotel. Just to get it out there from the beginning. Super stylish with a great...
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14 beautiful beach cottages to rent
If the coast is calling your name Muddy travellers, here are some bucket and spade gems to...
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Most Read
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Day trips
A dog friendly break in the locale
We’ve found a brilliant bolthole in the east of the county where we can indulge ourselves in a peaceful break, without the guilt of leaving pooch behind
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Gardening
Save 15% at The Furniture Quarter
Step into my outdoor office? Muddy’s guide to the best outdoor furniture and accessories, so much to choose from so little British summer time.
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Fashion
Fashion stylist on our doorstep
Heidi’s in Wellingborough offers a refreshing change from high street chains. The girl has style and knows how to use it
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3 reasons to smart buy your sunnies!
I’ve never owned a pair of designer sunglasses, mostly because I assumed I’d just lose them and it would be a waste of cash. And well also, if I had a spare hundred quid knocking around, I’d have rather have spent it on fun and good times. But now I’m getting on, and in theory […]
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Bikini vs swimsuit? The Muddy debate
Bikini or swimsuit? Don't go anywhere near a sun lounger this summer until you've read this.
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Gotta have it
I've found the world's sexiest beach towel. It screams Ibiza sunshine & a Sea Breeze cocktail. Well, a girl can dream, can't she?
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Carmen Walker – Hair & Makeup Artist
Whatever your look, style, skin colour or vibe, Carmen can sort, even if you don't know what it is you want!
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Muddy’s one-stop, prom shop
Hair, make-up & nails - Rockabelles sorts your look in 1 session, under 1 roof
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Back to the 80s with Midge
Just how tired of singing Vienna are you Midge? The former Ultravox front man, and eighties icon talks to Muddy Stilettos and tells all….
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Summer guide to outdoor cinema
Back by popular demand, a summer guide to the fantastic outdoor cinemas and theatres dotted...
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Wham, bam T20 Pro-am
The fast and furious excitement of T20 cricket - think music, cheerleaders, party atmosphere...
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Muddy Book Club: beach reads bonanza
Sunglasses on, sunlounger primed, children gagged – it’s Muddy’s best holiday books!...
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Gotta have it
It’s a trend that ties in with the current drive towards sustainable living, and a look that is less about perfection and more about provenance. Step into the Furniture Quarter
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Wellbeing
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Keep on Running Mate
You might think running isn't for you... but if it's only the thought of staying motivated that's the problem - think again, Mr Muddy Stilettos has the solution!
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Work driving you nuts? We have a book for that
Career crisis? We’re here to help with five ace new self-help books.
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Blending Work and life?
It's no longer about 'work life balance'. Now, the buzz words are about 'blending' - so do you have what it takes to fully mix business with pleasure?
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How to be happier at work
However much your love your job (and we do, of course!), sometimes it can just be a bit…much....
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Kids
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Surviving the summer with kids
Do the summer holidays have you breaking into an anxious sweat? Are you booking day trips and...
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Ten day trips in London
Even we Northants types like to head down to the smoke in the Summertime. And this year the kids will love it (so will the big kids)
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