Celebrate the season of harvest with the lavish bounty of magnificent British vistas and literary landmarks collected in Victoria’s September/October double issue. Within these pages, a spectacle of fall color unfurls across the countryside estates of Highclere Castle, Traquair House, and Chatsworth—the grand manor serving as Pemberley in the 2005 cinematic masterpiece Pride & Prejudice. Farther north, take in rugged beauty aboard the luxurious Royal Scotsman train, and venture on an excursion to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, with its storied spots and fitting tributes to Scotland’s most famous bard. In London, visit an unassuming antiques shop holding a cache of treasures and stroll through Covent Garden, where a panoply of shopping and dining options caters to every taste. Henry’s Townhouse, a Regency-era retreat where Jane Austen’s beloved brother once resided, proves a calm oasis for slumber. Topping off these delightful discoveries, autumn-inspired teatime recipes evoke the artistry of famed Romantic painter John Constable, and Victoria photographer Jane Hope extends a warm welcome to her garden, where a tantalizing array of orchard fare abounds.
Being Pemberley
Twenty years ago, a film crew descended upon the regal grounds of one of England’s most enchanting estates, forever entwining it with a classic literary romance. Now, as the pastoral landscape ripples with the crisp colors and energy of autumn, celebrations in honor of the movie’s special anniversary abound.
The Artist’s Palate
Drawing inspiration from the works of a renowned nineteenth-century English Romantic painter, we bring to the art studio an afternoon tea evocative of brushstrokes from long ago.
Ode to Literary Legacy
Formerly the residence of Jane Austen’s beloved brother, Henry’s Townhouse is now a romantic retreat steeped in the spirit of the Regency era. Dressed in luxe furnishings and period style, the refined grace of this boutique hotel whispers stories of London days gone by.
An Autumnal Patina
Whether bearing a time-kissed finish or burnished and shining, the unmistakable sheen of copper adds an elegant appeal to the kitchen. In an effort to demystify this practical cookware, we offer advice for maintaining its luster through the years.
Taking Tea
The first signs of fall appear: dwindling sunlight, a twinge of chill in the air, and a gradual procession of color in the trees as leaves don their autumnal dress. Hearts instinctively turn inward, drawn by the steadying warmth of the hearth and the quiet pleasure of creative hobbies.
The Apples of Her Eye
When the sun slants low and orchards offer up their bounty by the bushel, one visual storyteller invites companions to draw close for the sweetest of celebrations. A sumptuous array of fall favorites is set to serve in her garden, just beyond the back door.
Along the Highland Track
A stay aboard the Royal Scotsman, A Belmond Train, is more than a mere journey. It is a love letter to the Scottish Highlands, to elegant luxury, and to an adventurous spirit. Traveling amidst the finest amenities, from relaxing spa treatments to gourmet dining, one is greeted by the romance of this great land, where velvet hills and mirrored lochs scroll past one’s vision in invitation.
To read these stories and more, collect your copy of the September/October 2025 issue of Victoria magazine, available on local newsstands and at victoriamag.com.
