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Rusticsouschef

Prep, carve andperforma multitudeofkitchen

tasks with thissolidsprucedesign,whichhasa

wonderfully rusticanddurablezinctop.Youcan

pop your largepotsorrecipebooksonthelower

slatted shelf foreasyaccess.

aldsworth butcher’sblock,h82xw70xd50cm,

£290, gardentrading

solid woRktop

Classic good looks, a sturdy demeanour and four

wheels (two lockable) make this quality British

design the ultimate stylish storage solution.

new england trolley in cream with acacia top,

h89xw55xl80cm, £599, t&g woodware

All in white

It’s not all about the in-vogue fixed island... This

robust yet elegant solid beech piece will create a

sturdy focal point. Its country-fresh white finish

and Shaker-style cup handle make it a fitting choice

for both traditional and contemporary spaces.

foxhill kitchen island/butcher’s block, h92xw100x

d60cm, £994.99, eddingtons at john lewis & partners

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Practical storage and space-

saving proportions – yes please!

This helpful unit includes a

12-bottle wine rack and

generous drawer for utensils,

plus a shelf space beneath and

rails at either side for tea towels

and oven gloves. The heat

resistant granite top will make

budding pastry chefs happy!

westcote blue small butcher's

block with wine rack, h85xw82x

d58cm, £399, cotswold co

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