A bag of Cox’s and the champion of cheddars
Sturminster Newton, Dorset: Among the familiar barrel-shaped rounds, the shallow wheels of a Leicestershire maker’s cheeses were a curiosity
The Guardian
50 free things to do in London: part four – west
From the museums in South Kensington to a painter’s retreat in Chiswick, here are eight free places to visit in west London
50 free things to do in London: part three – north
From the King’s Cross hinterland to the Essex borders, here are six great free outings in north London
50 free things to do in London: part two – east and south
A clutch of great museums, plus a farm and dinosaurs in a park – there’s plenty to do that’s free in east and south London
Gore Vidal obituary
American literary polymath, who has died aged 86, was most prized for his acerbic essays and critiques on the workings of America and the world
50 free things to do in London: part one – central
With certain London attractions charging over £100 for a family of four, a day out in the city can be depressingly expensive. But it needn’t be. Follow our guide to brilliant things to do for free, and have a top day out without spending a small fortune. Here is our first instalment of world-class museums, galleries and more