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A collection of special recipes from Glenapp’s chefs at the stunning new Azalea restaurant, which opened this summer in the glasshouse of the old walled gardens at Glenapp Castle.

Stay cool and sleep better with the best quiet fans - independently tested by Quiet Mark to ensure they’re among the quietest on the market.

Discover 7 Quiet Father's Day gift ideas - thoughtful picks for every kind of dad, curated to offer more peace, less noise, and a touch of inspiration.

Tired of noisy spin cycles? Discover the best quiet washing machines of 2025 - independently tested by Quiet Mark to highlight the lowest-noise models.

We've curated the Best Quiet Technology to help new parents find their quiet when they need it the most.

Heat pumps offer efficient and cost effective heating for modern homes. Discover Quiet Mark Certified models - independently tested as some of the quietest available.

Looking for a quieter kitchen? Discover the best quiet fridge freezers, independently tested by Quiet Mark to help reduce noise in everyday home life.

Tumble dryers are a welcome addition to any home, but are notorious for being noisy, with some models reaching 69dB, which is louder than a normal conversation. Here's our list of the Best Quiet Heat Pump and Condenser Tumble Dryers of 2025, so you can truly relax in your home, whilst the dryer's on.

Extractor fans are essential for healthy air and mould prevention - but they don’t have to be noisy. Discover the quietest models tested by Quiet Mark.

Discover the best quiet kettles, tried and tested by Quiet Mark to help make every kitchen tea break a little calmer and more peaceful.

A good dehumidifier will help to normalise a room’s humidity levels, making the air more comfortable and reduce the signs and odours of dampness. Discover the quietest models, independently tested and verified by Quiet Mark..

Bean-to-cup coffee machines are a great choice for coffee aficionados, serving perfect barista style creations from the comfort of your own home. Enjoy a peaceful morning routine by editing out harmful noise sources which have adverse effects to your health and well-being.

Turn your kitchen into a peaceful sanctuary with the Best Quiet Dishwashers of 2025, independently verified by the acoustic experts at Quiet Mark.

Trevor Cox, Professor of acoustic engineering, presenter of twenty BBC radio documentaries, appearances on National Geographic & Discovery channels; Trevor’s book inspires us to be better listeners in a world dominated by visuals and journey into the science of the sonic wonders of the world.

Wade Bray a.k.a."Gandalf" of acoustic measurement encapsulates in a brilliant nut shell for our science corner today what are these invisible sound waves that can make us wince, laugh out loud or irritate us to distraction, learn from an awesome evangelist of the human relationship on the wonders and consternations of Sound.

Create a calm, quiet home with expert décor tips that enhance sound reduction and support your wellbeing - turning any space into a peaceful sanctuary.

Julian Treasure's TED Talk How to Speak So That People Want to Listen is the 6th most viewed TED talk of all time. In his new book Sound Affects: How Sound Shapes Our Lives, Our Wellbeing and Our Planet, Julian takes us on an epic journey to rediscover the wonder of sound and to help enhance our own happiness, effectiveness and well-being.