James Merriott adds a dusting of snow to his paintings of Castle Hedingham to share a bit of festive cheer

We are pleased to offer two lucky readers the chance to experience Kensington for themselves with a luxurious weekend away.

Individually cut and welded pieces of metal make up the textured feathers of this stunning piece whilst the beak is perfectly formed, ready to let out a quack at any time.

James Merriott continues his watercolour tour of the county with a visit to The Belchamps, a group of three villages in the stunning landscape of the Stour Valley

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Essex Life has teamed up with Hatfields Furniture & Interiors in Colchester to offer one lucky winner the chance to choose something truly special for their home from Hatfields' huge collection of quality home furnishings. The winner will have the chance to select furniture, a bed, flooring or accessories of their choosing, to the value of £1,000

James Merriott continues his watercolour tour of the county with a nod to the inspiration that has driven his artistic endeavours

James Merriott continues his watercolour tour of the county with a visit to location close to home and close to his heart

James Merriott continues his watercolour tour of the county with a trip to a village that holds very special memories for him

James Merriott continues his watercolour tour of the county with a journey to a village that is new to him but in his favourite landscape in the whole world

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