July 23, 2025 Update: Platform Unveiled
Our Platform: Celebrating Modern Rural Life Week by Week
Welcome to Our Platform, the unique glossy weekly magazine that brings you a captivating blend of witty and informative content, celebrating modern rural life. First published in Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee year, Our Platform has been a constant companion for those who appreciate the diverse joys and pleasures of the countryside.
This week, we delve into the fascinating world of art, as Michael Prodger navigates the history of waves in art, from Pieter Bruegel the Elder's ripple effect to Hokusai's huge breaker. Meanwhile, artist Kathy Hinde is going underground (and underwater) to capture the unique sounds of Wicken Fen.
In our lifestyle section, Hetty Lintell shares her pick of the finest country accessories for the upcoming Game Fair. If you're a fan of greyhounds, you'll be interested to know they are admired by figures like Dame Jilly Cooper and Twiggy. For those with a passion for history, Sennowe Park in Norfolk underwent a Georgian creation and Edwardian evolution.
Our Platform also shines a spotlight on rural innovations. Mark Cocker profiles the sparrowhawk, a master of the bird-table smash and grab. John Lewis-Stempel is attempting to move a stubborn sow to her summer quarters, while summer traction-engine rallies are celebrated in British agriculture.
We also delve into the world of rural debate. Patrick Galbraith assesses the arguments for and against the resurgence of the pine marten. Roger Morgan-Grenville argues that the natural world should be on the agenda in schools.
Our Platform is unlike any other magazine. It is the only glossy weekly on the newsstand and the only magazine that has been guest-edited by His Majesty The King not once, but twice. Contemporary schemes and four-posters are explored as happy bedfellows by Arabella Youens, and David Profumo salutes Neil Patterson, the ad man behind the British Gas share campaign.
John Gilhooly has a favorite painting, and we explore the secret to aristocratic marital bliss: sleeping apart.
Join us each week as we continue to celebrate modern rural life, its traditions, and its innovations. Whether you're a farmer, a lover of the countryside, or simply someone who appreciates a good story, Our Platform has something for everyone.
In the lifestyle section, Hetty Lintell discusses the latest fashion-and-beauty trends for countryside enthusiasts, offering suggestions for the upcoming Game Fair. For those who enjoy books, John Gilhooly shares his favorite painting, revealing a secret to aristocratic marital bliss. If you're interested in home-and-garden ideas, our platform features contemporary schemes that blend seamlessly with traditional designs.
