A view of Pendle Hill ©Michael Collins Jan 4, 2013

A walk with the FT: The Pendle Hill route, near Blackburn, Lancashire

Jack Straw, MP for Blackburn and ‘adopted Lancastrian’, heads out across the moors to discuss nature, religion and Iraq with Julian Flanagan

Jan 4, 2013

Barometer: tech

Virtuous gadgets that can help you make - and keep - your New Year’s resolutions

The Grove Dec 21, 2012

Barometer: travel

Discover ancient sites – and food heaven – in the wilds of Pembrokeshire. Plus, the top spots for New Year skiing

Heather Watson ©Corbis Dec 7, 2012

The Pursuits Interview: Heather Watson

Heather Watson is the first British woman to win a WTA Tour title in nearly a quarter of a century. She tells Alison Kervin about hunger, hard work and looking after number one

Hippopotamus toy Nov 30, 2012

Barometer: design

Presents for kids can be cute and stylish

Near Laugharne, Carmarthenshire ©Robert Moore Nov 23, 2012

A walk with the FT: The Dylan Thomas route

How better to mark the anniversary of the poet’s death than by exploring the landscape he loved?

Gadgets and gear for cyclists Nov 23, 2012

Barometer: tech

Innovative gadgets perfect for the freewheeling cyclist – plus talent-poaching in Silicon Valley

Victor Mallet and Love Raj Singh Dharmshaktu in the Mussoorie foothills ©Anna Maria Barry-Jester Nov 16, 2012

Hiking with the FT: Love Raj Singh Dharmshaktu

One of India’s greatest climbers on the highs, and dangerous lows, of summiting Everest

Lewis Moody in the chiefs of staff conference room at the Churchill War Rooms, London ©Laura Pannack Nov 9, 2012

Military history with the FT: Lewis Moody

England rugby star Lewis Moody fought hard for his 71 caps. But, off the field, the former captain draws inspiration from battles of a different scale

The lounge at The Pig in the Wall Nov 2, 2012

Barometer: travel

Could a bed and breakfast down by the Southampton docks change the hospitality industry?

Nov 2, 2012

Classic car driving with the FT: Nick Mason

It’s not every day that you get the chance to drive a £23m Ferrari belonging to Pink Floyd’s drummer. Jeremy Taylor pinches himself

Oct 26, 2012

A walk with the FT: The Weedon Bec route

The travel writer Patrick Leigh Fermor enjoyed a blissful childhood of ‘barns, ricks and teazles’ in the village of Weedon Bec. His biographer, Artemis Cooper, shows Suzi Feay the landscape of his adventures

From TRAVEL Oct 19, 2012

Kitbag: cool kit

Get your hands on this winter’s hottest gear

Oct 19, 2012

Solo sailing with the FT: Alex Thomson

It’s cramped, lonely and dangerous. Yet the Clipper Round the World winner can’t wait for his third crack at the Vendée Globe

Oct 19, 2012

Barometer: tech

Live a more environmentally-friendly life with a green-tech air purifier or a solar-powered backpack. Plus, a new book on the myths and lies of social media

Oct 12, 2012

FT Masterclass: Climbing with Liv Sansoz

On a ledge high in the French Alps, Jeremy Taylor’s worst fears are confirmed: he’s stuck. But, under guidance from champion climber Liv Sansoz, he finds out why it’s good to be scared

Oct 12, 2012

Barometer: design

Essential pieces for all stylish offices, from desks and lamps to clocks and paperweights. Plus, retro kitchenware gets an update

Oct 5, 2012

Barometer: innovation

WiFi light bulbs, 3D photos and digital paper: the classics get an upgrade. Plus, OpenIdeo - an innovative way to innovate

Oct 5, 2012

The Pursuits Interview: Stuart Lancaster

The new head coach of England’s rugby team talks about discipline, national pride and his strategy for the 2015 World Cup

Sep 28, 2012

Barometer: travel

A Norfolk inn offers rich heritage alongside a very modern sense of hospitality. Plus, Bond-themed breaks