Spotlight

60 amazing afternoon teas to book nowIt's Afternoon Tea Week (8-14 Aug) and we've found the 60 best places across the Muddy counties to get your fix. But you'd better book 'em fast — here today, scone tomorrow.
Muddy Insider Guide to the West MidlandsThe Commonwealth Games has shone a spotlight on Birmingham but there's far more to the West Midlands than its prime city. Read on for everything you need for a stay in the beating heart of England.
18 of the best afternoon teas in Suffolk & CambsRaise that pinky finger! Here's our round-up of the best places to scoff scones, mini puddings and crustless sandwiches in Suffolk & Cambridgeshire.
8 easy ways to protect yourself against sun ageingHeatwave incoming! (yes, again). Here's the lowdown on everything you need to know about staying safe in the sun, with a little help from the experts at Healthily.
The Muddy Awards drinks 2022 - meet your winners!The best bit of the Muddy Awards - getting sozzled at the after-party! Have a look at what we got up to and, if you're a brilliant local company, make it your business to join us for 2023!

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Gotta Have It

Clean up your act! Luxe hand soaps we love

Feel like upgrading your hand soap? Foam up and step this way! From luxurious formulas and gorgeous bottles to fresh summer scents, here are 12 of the loveliest to buy now.

Gotta have it

What’s on this month

Fancy doing something fun? Er, always! Read on for our curated picks of the best things happening near you right now

See What's On

Eat

Great Taste Awards: Local foodie stars

Award-winning local food and drink, you say? Hot off the press, the latest Great Taste Award winners have just been crowned. Take a look at the line-up of Suffolk & Cambs producers
- 60 amazing afternoon teas to book now
  
  It’s Afternoon Tea Week (8-14 Aug) and we’ve found the 60 best places across the Muddy counties to get your fix. But you’d better book ’em fast — here today, scone tomorrow.
- 18 of the best afternoon teas in Suffolk & Cambs
  
  Raise that pinky finger! Here’s our round-up of the best places to scoff scones in Suffolk & Cambridgeshire.

Culture

TV Time! 6 best new things to watch this week

Remotes at the ready! From the latest unmissable BBC drama starring Nicola Walker and Sean Bean, to a gripping Netflix true crime documentary here’s Muddy’s weekly rundown.
- Watch these! 6 hot new shows out this week
  
  Get set for a week of great telly from the latest fantasy DC comic adaptation to Disney Pixar’s Lightyear and the latest remake of Father of the Bride.
- 40+ fabulous things to do in Suffolk & Cambs in August 2022
  
  Diaries at the ready! The summer events are in full swing this month with festivals, theatre, music and carnivals galore across Suffolk and Cambs.

Little Black Book

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

Emma Shaw Photography

The Beaufort Box

Paula Armstrong Ceramics

The Raptor Foundation, Huntingdon

University Arms, Cambridge

Skinny Slabs

Savage Glamping, near Framlingham in Suffolk

Mad Hatters Campsite, near Ely

The Crown, Stoke by Nayland

The Rupert Brooke, Grantchester

Hintlesham Hall Hotel, near Ipswich

Honey+Harvey

Travel

Review: Luxe holiday rental at ARC Padstow

Looking for a Cornish escape for the whole crew with serious wow-factor? It doesn’t come much more stylish or slick than this reimagined country house in St Issey.
- Muddy Insider Guide to the West Midlands
  
  The Commonwealth Games has shone a spotlight on Birmingham but there’s far more to the West Midlands than its prime city. Read on for everything you need for a stay in the beating heart of England.
- Dive in! 16 incredible swimming pools world-wide
  
  Make a splash on Instagram in one of these amazing swimming pools, from infinity-edged stunners to private plunge pools with a view.

Home

How to fill your home with summer scents

You don’t need to step into a garden to enjoy summer’s heady fragrances – here are 15 ways to enjoy your favourite flower and herb aromas in your living spaces. Breathe it in!
- 7 of the best bistro sets to buy now
  
  The faintest whiff of summer sun and you’ll find us out in the garden, sunnies on and chilled spritz in hand. And to sit at? One of these seven totally chic bistro sets, darling!
- How to nail the perfect picnic this summer
  
  The sun’s out – quick, grab the wicker basket! If you’re partial to a picnic (I mean, who isn’t?) here’s some inspo on how to pimp up your al fresco feast – including £500 of free Ocado deliveries (well hello M&S Deli range).
Wellbeing
- Spa of the Month: Lefay Resort & Spa, Lake Garda
  
  Fancy being buffed, massaged, tweaked and primped? Welcome to the first in our new monthly tried-and-tested guides to the world’s best spas. See you pool side, sister!
- 8 easy ways to protect yourself against sun ageing
  
  Brace yourselves, heatwave incoming! (yes, again). Here’s the lowdown on everything you need to know about staying safe in the sun, with a little help from the experts at Healthily.

Life

Time to split? How to do it, from the break-up queen

She’s got a podcast, comedy show, award-winning books and celeb following – Rosie Wilby is the one to listen to if you’re breaking up
Kids
- 15 best family attractions in Cambridgeshire
  
  There’s no need to go far to have fun this summer – our county has tonnes to offer, from historic houses and outdoor adventure to intriguing museums and art hubs. Here’s our definitive guide for this summer and beyond. Print a copy and get planning!
- 15 top family attractions in Suffolk
  
  Don’t fancy sitting in a hot car for hours to find the fun? No worries! We’re lucky to have plenty of activities for the whole family right here in Suffolk. Make a note of these local gems and start ticking them off now!

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Fashion

Road trip: From Bicester Village with love

Muddy’s teamed up with luxury open-air shopping destination Bicester Village to explore Oxfordshire’s most gorgeous fashion, eating and shopping destinations. Let’s go!
- 12 sizzling sustainable swimwear brands
  
  Want your bikini with full eco credibility but also 100% watertight on style? Make a splash with these brilliant swimwear brands. Just add SPF and a cold drink.
- The Muddy edit: 30 hottest summer pieces from Next
  
  Whether you’re heading to the beach, on a chic city break or sipping Pimm’s at a garden party – here’s how to do it in style with Muddy ed-in-chief Hero Brown’s picks, all new-in at Next.
Beauty
- Freshen up! 40 best ‘tweakment’ salons
  
  Fancy glowing skin, a sculpted jawline or a tighter bum? No need to go under the knife – we’ve scoured the Muddy counties for the best non-invasive treatments in top-rated salons.
- Pretty pop-ups! New beauty to shop this summer
  
  Fancy a new lippie, liner or luxe shampoo? Ready your makeup bags (and your credit card) – we’ve scoured the country for the best new beauty shops and pop-ups this summer

People

What’s Cooking? Sci Daniels, The Crown at Woodbridge

Fresh from the launch of his mouth-watering new menu, we caught up with Suffolk’s Sci Daniels, newly appointed head chef at The Crown at Woodbridge to talk career highlights, favourite chefs and where he goes to eat in the county.
- Muddy meets author and activist Winnie M Li
  
  Ahead of her appearance at Suffolk’s Primadonna Festival (29 – 31 July), award-winning author and activist Winnie M Li talks to Muddy Stilettos about her new novel, #MeToo, misogyny and her favourite place to visit in our county. A varied mix then!
- Can these 7 celebs pull off a moustache?
  
  It takes a certain kind of man to pull off a moustache, and Miles Teller’s Rooster in the new Top Gun has got our surprised seal of approval. Time for a game: TO ‘TACHE, OR NOT TO ‘TACHE? Let us know if you agree in the comments!