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About me

Hello, welcome to English Countryside Passion! I'm Laura, and I live in an old cottage in Chawton, a quintessentially English village in Hampshire, South East of England. I love the English countryside, its traditions and culture and share my passion on this blog. Join me on this journey!

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Why this blog

Passione Campagna Inglese is the diary of my life in the heart of the English countryside, and

aims to make this fascinating world known and loved by everyone.

My blog is aimed at anyone who already loves the English countryside and wants to delve deeper into it, at those who are intrigued by a world met by chance through a book or a TV series, or those who, more generally, are looking for inspiration for their next holiday in the UK.

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Dartmoor, the mystical heart of England

The moorland is probably not the first image that comes to mind when one thinks of the English countryside, yet it is one of the most authentic and defining landscapes in Great Britain. In my new video, I take you to discover Dartmoor, one of the two national parks in Devon. Dartmoor is the mystical heart of England: a vast heather‑clad plateau shaped by wind, rain, and the slow passing of time. If you want to explore a world suspended between legend and magic, don’t miss

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Laura Mattei

Feb 271 min read

Tours in Italian

Chawton & Jane Austen Tour (ITA)
Scopri il pittoresco villaggio di Chawton e i suoi legami con la sua più famosa residente.
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This tour is in italian
Jane Austen Experience (ITA)
Cammina con me lungo il Jane Austen Trail e scopri i luoghi legati a Jane a Alton e Chawton
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This tour is in italian

Tours in English

Chawton & Jane Austen Tour (ENG)
Discover the picturesque country village I call home and its links to its most famous resident
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Jane Austen Experience (ENG)
Discover the places most loved by the author of Pride & Prejudice in Alton and Chawton
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My day tours

Enchanted Villages of Southern England

Immerse yourself in the magical lifestyle of the English countryside with this immersive 8-hour tour that will take you to discover three gems of the South Downs National Park. The tour is only offered in Italian - sorry!

My recent blogs

Dartmoor, the mystical heart of England

The moorland is probably not the first image that comes to mind when one thinks of the English countryside, yet it is one of the most authentic and defining landscapes in Great Britain. In my new video, I take you to discover Dartmoor, one of the two national parks in Devon. Dartmoor is the mystical heart of England: a vast heather‑clad plateau shaped by wind, rain, and the slow passing of time. If you want to explore a world suspended between legend and magic, don’t miss

Countryside

Laura Mattei

Feb 271 min read

Green rolling hills with stone walls, fields, and a village in the distance under a partly cloudy sky, creating a serene rural scene.

Discovering the Yorkshire Dales, God’s Own Country

In the second video of my series 'Wonders of the English Countryside', I take you into the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The Dales are one of the most iconic places in Northern England: a wonderful world of sweeping green valleys, dry stone walls, spectacular waterfalls and tiny stone cottages that seem suspended in time. Immerse yourself with me in the magic of the Yorkshire Dales, the stunning landscape that inspired the books and TV series “All Creatures Gr

Countryside

Laura Mattei

Feb 132 min read

Serene lake with vibrant green mountains reflecting in the clear water. Blue sky with scattered clouds creates a peaceful atmosphere.

Discovering My Lake District: A Personal Journey

Few places embody the essence of the English countryside more than the Lake District National Park — a magical place where nature, culture, and breathtaking scenery blend together in perfect harmony. In my new video, I take you to discover "my" Lake District: a landscape that has inspired artists and poets, and one I’ve come to know and love over the years. Don’t miss it if you want to uncover the secrets of this fascinating region and perhaps find inspiration for your nex

Countryside

Laura Mattei

Jan 301 min read

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English countryside passion

MY LIFE IN THE HEART OF ENGLAND

About me

Why this blog

Featured

Dartmoor, the mystical heart of England

Tours in Italian

Chawton & Jane Austen Tour (ITA)

Jane Austen Experience (ITA)

Tours in English

Chawton & Jane Austen Tour (ENG)

Jane Austen Experience (ENG)

My tours

What participants say

My day tours

Enchanted Villages of Southern England

My recent blogs

Dartmoor, the mystical heart of England

Discovering the Yorkshire Dales, God’s Own Country

Discovering My Lake District: A Personal Journey

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Cottages

Villages

Lifestyle

Gardens

Culture

Environment

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English countryside passion

MY LIFE IN THE HEART OF ENGLAND

About me

Why this blog

Featured

Dartmoor, the mystical heart of England

Tours in Italian

Chawton & Jane Austen Tour (ITA)

Jane Austen Experience (ITA)

Tours in English

Chawton & Jane Austen Tour (ENG)

Jane Austen Experience (ENG)

My tours

What participants say

My day tours

Enchanted Villages of Southern England

My recent blogs

Dartmoor, the mystical heart of England

Discovering the Yorkshire Dales, God’s Own Country

Discovering My Lake District: A Personal Journey

Categories

Follow my socials

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