It’s hard to believe that we’re almost into the fifth month of the year – but Spring really has firmly arrived on our doorsteps. If it’s not the recent beautiful weather that’s reminding us the seasons have switched, it’s the re-emergence of tasteful pavement tables and chairs and the swimwear creeping into shop fronts everywhere. So, what’s to look forward to in Spring? Lots of us will feel a bit more positive as the winter gloom truly fades away, so why not harness this new energy and try out a different fitness class from your usual one? The beach body season is approaching, after all………. Or perhaps just getting out and getting some fresh air is more your style. In which case we have a handy feature on p.27 all about getting walks out of London. Or if you fancy flitting further, then skip to our piece on the Shetland Island of Unst – the most northernmost of everything in the UK and a world away from the lights of London.
Spring is all about new life emerging, lighter mornings and longer evenings, so perfect for a visit to a farm to see the lambs, or for a picnic to enjoy the leftover Easter eggs (if you have any!). The balmy days are approaching so it’s time to freshen up and prepare for the warmer months – the summer will be upon us before we know it! X
Sarah Haynes Guest Editor Word of Mouth Magazine
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EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO HEALTH – 5 DIFFERENT EXERCISE CLASSES YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT. PAGE 6
Things you didn’t know about The Cherry Blossom Tree. PAGE 12
A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO HOUSEPLANTS. PAGE 16
Spring In Your Step: Transitional Shoes. PAGE 20
GET OUT OF TOWN. PAGE 26
BLOOD ON THE STREETS. PAGE 30
EASTER TRIP HUNT. PAGE 38
Bring Back The Bookshops: London’s Hidden Literary Gems. PAGE 40
INTERIOR TRENDS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT.PAGE 42
From London to Landscape PAGE 50
Rooftop Bars with Joyous Views. PAGE 56
SPRING CLEANING. PAGE 58
THE ACCESSORIES THAT WILL TRANSFORM YOUR WARDROBE PAGE 62
KEEPING UP WITH OUR NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS PAGE 70
We Live In An Ocean Of Air’ PAGE 72
Trending Talk PAGE 76
Wonders of the UK PAGE 78
Upcoming Theatre Shows In London PAGE 88
The latest TV shows PAGE 90