Curated Spaces

In Dornoch, on the far north-east coast, Links House began life in 1843 as a manse for a Free Church minister. It served as officers' quarters in the war and stayed a private home for generations after. Today it stands a short pitch from the first tee at Royal Dornoch, one of the world's great links courses, and holds a Michelin Key as the most northerly five-star hotel in the country. In today's...

On the northern edge of the Black Isle, half an hour from Inverness, Newhall Mains is an 18th-century farm steading built around a sandstone courtyard - the "Mains" being the old Scottish word for the working heart of an estate. Not long ago it sat on the buildings-at-risk register, roofless and close to being lost for good. In today's episode, Molly sits down with founder Euan Ramsay, who left a...

In Royal Deeside, where the River Dye runs down off the moor beneath the granite tor of Clachnaben, sits Glen Dye - a vast Aberdeenshire estate that has been in the Gladstone family since the 1840s. When Charlie and Caroline Gladstone took it on in 1990, swapping London careers in music and design for the glen, the houses had no heating, the place was deep in debt, and the whole estate was, by Cha...

In the medieval village of Alfriston, tucked into the folds of the South Downs, The Star is one of the oldest buildings on a very old street. It began life in 1345 as a hostel run by the monks of Battle Abbey, built to shelter friars and pilgrims walking to the shrine of St Richard at Chichester. It became an inn proper in the 16th century, and somewhere along the way acquired the carved red lion...

At the heart of the Shropshire village of Hodnet, The Bear Inn is the kind of pub that feels like it’s lived a thousand lives. With a history that includes bear pits, lingering ghost stories, and generations of local lore, it’s long been a place where stories are swapped as freely as pints. In today’s episode, Molly sits down with Tom Heber-Percy to hear how he’s reimagined this much-loved village...

Perched above the rugged north Cornish coast, Kudhva is part design experiment, part wilderness retreat - the original landscape hotel that set out to reconnect people with nature in its rawest form. In this episode, Molly sits down with artist and founder Louise Middleton to hear the remarkable story of how she transformed an abandoned slate quarry into a place of radical rest. From off-grid arch...

In this episode of Tastemaker Spotlight , Molly sits down with Robyn Poppy, creator, photographer, and long-time friend of Curated, who swapped her fast-paced London life for the slower rhythm of the Cornish coast. Since moving west, Robyn has built a life defined by sea swims, sandy afternoons, and creative freedom, capturing the beauty of everyday coastal living through her lens. Together, we ch...

In the heart of Totnes, The Bull Inn isn’t just a pub, it’s a manifesto. In today’s episode, Molly sits down with Geetie Singh-Watson to dive deep into her journey from opening England’s first organic pub back in the 80s to bringing The Bull Inn to life. Join us as we unpack what “regenerative farming” actually means and how to run a hospitality business that's deeply rooted in place, purpose and...

Nestled on 60 acres of meadows, woodland and rolling Cotswold hills, Hyll is less a hotel and more a quiet invitation to simply be. In today’s episode, Molly is sitting down with Sarah Ramsbottom to hear how she and her team took over a grand 17th-century manor house near Chipping Campden and transformed it into a sanctuary built around one central idea: doing absolutely nothing at all. We’ll expl...

Tucked away among the rolling countryside of southeast Cornwall, Cottage Orné is a lovingly re-imagined private hamlet where original stone cottages, a manor house, a pool, sauna and creative studios all converge into one quietly transformational stay. In this episode, Molly sits down with India Serlin to dive into her family’s journey of giving new life to this tucked-away village green. We’ll he...

Perched on the rocks overlooking the harbour, The Idle Rocks has established itself as a much loved St Mawes icon, brimming with art, coastal charm and excellent seafood. In this episode, Molly sits down with Karen and David Richards to hear about turning this one-time village bakery into a modern coastal hotel inspired by their love for Cornwall and soft, laidback living. Head to Curated, the wor...

Tucked behind the dunes on the wild Cornish coast, Three Mile Beach is a collection of colourful beach houses made for barefoot living - think outdoor baths, surfboards by the door, and the kind of sunsets that make you stay out just a little longer. In today’s episode, Molly sits down with founders Jo and Craig to hear how a spontaneous kitesurfing trip sparked the idea for this laid-back haven,...

Nestled in a Devonshire valley, Fowlescombe Farm is a regenerative farm with ten beautifully considered, design-led suites. Life here moves at a slower pace, inviting you to slip into the rhythm of the land, whether that’s collecting eggs in the morning, wandering through wildflower meadows, or pausing by the vegetable patch before dinner. In today’s episode, Molly is sitting down with Caitlin, Ma...

Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt connected t to the people, the atmosphere, even the story the space was telling? That’s the magic of great design, and it’s exactly what we’re exploring today with Brian Woulfe, founder of Designed by Woulfe. Molly is sitting down with Brian to hear all about how he approaches creating spaces that don’t just look beautiful, but genuinely bring pe...

Today, we're exploring all things rugs. But we’re not talking mass-produced, one-size-fits-all homeware. Oh no, we're talking one-of-a-kind pieces that carry the mark of the maker and the story of the space they’re made for. And here to tell Molly all about the creative process that goes into creating brilliant, handmade rugs is Laylah Holmes, founder of Holmes Bespoke, the design studio creating...

A secret garden hotel has just opened its doors in Earl's Court and boy oh boy is it all rather lovely. The latest opening from Miiro, a collection of Brilliantly Considered hotels across Europe, Templeton Garden brings together elegantly understated design and quintessential English charm. In today's episode, Molly is joined by Milad Badri, Miiro's Chief Experience Officer, to hear all about crea...

It's official, nostalgia is back baby. And we're not just talking 70s inspired fringing, oh no. Menus everywhere are serving up old classics with a big old dollop of childhood whimsy. And here to tell Molly all about it, is Liam Fauchard-Newman, head chef at Pippin's, Earl's Court's latest neighbourhood restaurant serving modern British dishes that blend nostalgic flavours with culinary craftsmans...

We're back with the final conversation in our 3 part special all about Louma, a brilliant farm retreat overlooking the Jurassic coast complete with vineyard, stables and spa. Today, Molly is joined by Jonathan, Louma's Vineyard Manager, to hear all about the rise of Britain's wine scene and sample some of Louma's (rather yummy) vintages in the first Curated Spaces podcast wine tasting. You can fin...

We're back with part 2 of a 3 conversation special all about Louma, a brilliant farm retreat overlooking the Jurassic coast complete with vineyard, stables and spa. Today, Molly is joined by Rachel, Louma's Head of Farming, to hear all about the Poll Dorset sheep, our native-breed Red Ruby cattle and West Country Large Black pigs that call Louma home, as well as the regenerative methods used at th...

Join Molly as she heads to Dorset for a three part special sharing the story behind Louma, a brilliant farm retreat overlooking the Jurassic coast complete with vineyard, stables and spa. To kick things off, Molly is sitting down with Joe, Louma’s General Manager, to talk about what it’s taken to bring this vision to life: from vines to veg patches, from dreamy interiors to daily rhythms. It’s a b...

In today's episode, Molly is down in Somerset to talk to Decca Lang at the gorgeous Craftsman's Cabin. This hand built cabin on the Somerset Levels & Moors is a place rest your head & get to know this magical part of Somerset Join Molly and Decca as they chat all about creating a cabin that celebrates the local area and all of its creators and makers. You can find Craftsman's Cabin here ht...

In this snapshot episode, Molly is sitting down with Roberta Hall McCarron to hear all about her journey as a chef. From the early years to opening three restaurants in Edinburgh and now publishing her first cookbook, The Changing Tides, join Molly and Roberta as they talk about everything from the city’s food scene to Roberta’s tomato hacks. Discover Britain's best boutique spaces with the new Cu...

In this snapshot episode, Molly is joined by Dominic Schuster who has spent the past decade perfecting the art of antique mirror making. His studio has grown from its roots in the restoration and conservation of antiques to be one of the most respected suppliers of antiqued and gilded glass in the industry. Tune in to hear all about what goes into making the perfect mirror and how every home can u...

In today's episode, Molly is down in Somerset to talk to Doune Mackenzie-Francis all about the gorgeous Queen's Arms in the heart of Somerset. Inspired by Doune's time at Leith's cookery school, food is at the heart of this pub, with pub classics and refined European dishes sitting alongside a rather lovely drinks list. In this episode, she's telling Molly all about their decision to take over the...

In today's episode, Molly is down in Somerset to talk to Hermione Warmington at the gorgeous Cothelstone Manor. Nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills, Cothelstone Manor is a magnificent Grade II* listed Elizabethan manor house where a rich history has been beautifully brought back to life following a full renovation. Join Molly and Hermione as they chat all about caring for a piece of history...