Summer has finally arrived, and with it comes that unmistakable lift in mood — longer evenings, lighter routines, and the sense that everything is suddenly bursting into life. June always feels like a fresh beginning, and this month’s issue celebrates that feeling in full colour.

In Essential Jobs To Do In the Garden (pp. 14–15), we dive into the busiest and most rewarding month of the gardening year, from staking tall perennials to harvesting those first early crops. If you’re looking for ways to keep cool and glowing through the warmer days, our Cooling Mists & Summer Must‑Haves feature (pp. 16–17) rounds up the beauty products that actually stand up to heat, humidity and long days out.

Our readers have once again captured the magic of the season in Best of Norfolk – Through the Lens of Our Readers (pp. 18–19), showcasing everything from sunrise coastlines to peaceful countryside moments. 

Whether you’re tending your garden, planning summer adventures, or simply enjoying a quiet moment in the shade, we hope this issue brings you inspiration, ease and a little spark of seasonal joy. Here’s to warm breezes, long evenings, and the simple pleasures that make summer the best time of the year. See you in Issue 159!