August is the month when you suddenly find yourself at the heart of summer, and the calendar begs for a change of scenery.

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Earth tones meet trail-tested gear in this quietly powerful look. Black leggings, hiking boots, and a forest-toned windbreaker make the perfect uniform for wandering through sun-drenched switchbacks.

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A lavender farm will be opening a week earlier than usual following a dry spring, its director said. Tim Hunter, 48, from Hitchin Lavender in Hertfordshire, said: "We have noticed with climate ...

Purple haze: Cotswold Lavender is now open for viewing until 6 August. The fields opened earlier than usual this year as the lavender grew so fast.

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