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How to get your fitness mojo back post lockdownKeen to get back on the metaphorical (or literal) treadmill as the world begins to open up again? We asked Pose Fitness founder Sarah Partington for her top tips for getting back in shape.
Rev her up! Muddy tests drives the electric Porsche TaycanJust like yours truly, the Porsche Taycan is fast, luxurious and yet surprisingly practical, so it felt like a natural fit to spend a weekend putting it through its ever so stylish paces.
City slickin': what's on in London this summerLondon's shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what's on in the capital.
What’s on in MayGoing out is BACK and so is our indispensable guide to what's on in Northants, including live theatre, where to dine in style and how to shop to support local. Go, go, Go!
Create your own cutting gardenAfter decades of decline, recent years have seen a colourful upsurge in British-grown blooms, with plenty of Northamptonshire growers ready to meet your flowery needs.

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I'm Emma, editor of Muddy Northamptonshire, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

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Gotta Have It

15 must-have accessories for outdoor dining in style

Out with the scratched melamine, in with stylish cups, cocktail shakers, candelabra, and cutlery. Here's our guide to the wow accessories that will make your alfresco meal sparkle

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Country house gardens + boutique shopping + great food = happy times

The Humble Country Summer Fayre in Bucks is ticking all our boxes – independent stalls selling fabulous homeware and gifts, plus coffee, good food and tipples
- TV’s Georgina Burnett on decor do’s and don’ts
  
  Why she'll never hang CDs from the ceiling again, plus how to get it right with colour and where to start if you've just bought a new property
- THE PIG’s sizzling BBQ burger
  
  BBQ season is upon us and we have just the recipe (with up to 63% off perfectly paired wines) to get the party started, courtesy of Muddy favourites THE PIG and Naked Wines.
Wellbeing
- How to get your fitness mojo back post lockdown
  
  Keen to get back on the metaphorical (or literal) treadmill as the world begins to open up again? We asked Pose Fitness founder Sarah Partington for her top tips for getting back in shape.
- The best bluebell walks
  
  Blooming 'eck! Bluebells are popping up in their billions across Northamptonshire. Here's where to find the best of them on your daily dose of exercise.

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City slickin’: what’s on in London this summer

London’s shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what’s on in the capital.
- Clear the schedule! TV worth watching this week
  
  Still not quite warm enough to hang around outside all evening without a sheepskin coat, is it? So, get yourself indoors, sneakily hitch up the heating and watch one of these fab shows instead.
- What’s on the box? 9 shows to watch this week
  
  Feeling exhausted from too much actual face-to-face interaction? Yeah, us too. So grab yourself a cuppa, a packet of chocolate digestives, and have a bit of one-to-one time with the television.

Little Black Book

Want to support local? Our curated pick of the most creative, unique and brilliant businesses near you.

Pose Fitness, Weedon

Whittlebury Park Hotel and Spa

Santina's Wood Fired Pizza Co., Weedon

The Mill Birth and Wellbeing Centre, Duddington

The Fox and Hounds, Charwelton

Hibiscus Fine Dining, Delapré Abbey, Northampton

Nutrition with Harry

The Red Lion, Yardley Hastings

The Granary at Fawsley

The Cooking Academy, Rickmansworth

Ironstone Wellbeing Centre, Kettering

Silverstone Distillery

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Top 50 gastropubs 2021 revealed

What better week for the reveal of the country’s best gastropubs than the start of lockdown easing? Here are our pick of those a stone’s throw from Northants – phones at the ready to bag your table.
- Top ten family friendly pub gardens in Northants
  
  Unlock! We have never been more ready for good food in a pub garden. Here's our pick of some of the best in Northants for al fresco gatherings.
- Get social! 7 perfect picnic spots (plus food)
  
  It's official, picnics are THE hottest social event of the season. Dig out your hamper and waterproof blanket, and order a bite before you find a bench with your bestie.

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Ideas to get your finances into shape for 2021

The beginning of the year is always about renewal, resolutions and healthy regimes. But the fallout from Covid has shown how financial wellbeing is also vital – and too often overlooked. Muddy limbers up for a money MOT.
Kids
- May’s top releases for Children’s Book Week
  
  It's Children's Book Week! Need some new reading material for your little bookbugs? These seven new releases should have them captivated (and quiet).
- The 7 questions everyone asks about online schools
  
  Where does the social side, sport and extra-curricular come in to virtual education, and what about a timetable and exams? We tackle the big questions about online schools

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Green age kicks! eco-cool trainers

There’s nothing like box fresh white trainers to put a spring in your step. The good news for the planet is that this lot tick the stylish and sustainable box too.
- Word up! Slogan sweats to buy now
  
  Can't find the words to say it yourself? Say it with a sweater! Here are eight cool slogan jumpers we're coveting right now, all from indie shops and brands.
- 2021 fashion collabs you need to know
  
  When high fashion met high street. Here are the new season fashion collabs we're lusting after this month (with surprisingly affordable price tags).

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- Get ready to go outside: SPFs for every skin type
  
  The sun is (just) starting to make itself felt and while that brings happiness, joy and vitamin D, it also means more time outdoors. Get prepped with the best facial SPFs.
- Skincare SOS – your winter essentials
  
  Zoom close-ups making you wince? Cold winter days and dry central heating are playing havoc with our skin. Try these hero products for a dose of much-needed hydration.

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Six lockdown heroines to celebrate IWD

It’s been a bit of a year so to mark International Women’s Day 2021, we thought we’d big up six women who have impressed, delighted and inspired us over the past 12 months.
- The talented locals behind The Indie Store
  
  As we gingerly step back into the real world, it's more important than ever to support local. Here, we tell the unique stories behind some of our Indie Store businesses.
- How to run well by a pro marathon runner
  
  Need some work-out motivation? You’re in the right place. Muddy talks to endurance athlete Nick Butter about how to motivate yourself out the door and onto an exercise regime.

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Top places to stop on your way to Cornwall and the South West

Driving down to your staycation and need somewhere to have lunch, walk the dog, let the kids run or even take a nap? We’ve sniffed out the best places to stop near the south-west’s major routes.
- City slickin’: what’s on in London this summer
  
  London's shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what's on in the capital.
- Nine divine holiday rentals to book now for an autumn break
  
  If you didn't have sharp enough elbows to get your summer holiday staycation nailed, fear not. Here are the holiday rentals to book now for an autumn weekend escape