Aby Dunsby

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Staff Writer

Aby Dunsby suffers from (self-diagnosed) dyscalculia, which probably means she was never destined for life as a banker. Luckily she’s better with words, and has been writing lifestyle content for Square Mile since January 2015.
 

Aby Dunsby's articles

Downton's got nothing on this: Cannon Place

For any aspiring Lord Granthams, we’ve found a hell of a pied à terre for you in town

Vive la France: Luxury French chateaux for sale

We’re ready to pack our bags and bid adieu to Blighty for these three luxurious French chateaux. 

The piano that plays itself...from Steinway & Sons

It’s all well and good buying one of the best grand pianos in the world, but unless you happen to be a concert pianist you’re not really going to do it justice, are you?

The best yachts to charter for Cannes

Off to Cannes this year? If you really want to make an entrance, we wouldn't suggest splashing up to the Vieux Port in an inflatable dinghy. 

Ten things you didn't know about the marathon

On April 26, thousands of people will take to London's streets to run a gruelling 26.2miles. Here's one fact you'll know already: running a marathon is bloody tough. For ten more insightful, less obvious ones, have a read through our list below:

RIP Top Gear: Jeremy Clarkson's most controversial moments

It’s not looking very sunny in Top Gear land at the moment. After Jeremy Clarkson’s sacking, James May has now said he won’t return to the BBC show without his fellow partner in crime, and producer Andy Wilman has quit. Looks like we’ll be watching repeats of the Antiques Road Show from now on, then.  

Five of the best retro cameras

Retro is back: from the 1970s sensation that's taking over our wardrobes, to our tech, everything's got a vintage, rose-tinted feel. 

Brand watch: London Sock Company

Time-poor City gents: we know you're too busy to buy socks. Luckily, the London Sock Company offers a stylish solution in the form of its Sock Club subscription service. 

Interview: The City's most eligible bachelor

Whoever said all the good ones are taken was clearly telling porkies. City gent James Biagioni is single – and he’s very dateable indeed, says Aby Dunsby

Tron Motorcylce

If you liked Tron: Legacy, you'll love this – this fully-functioning replica motorbike is going up for auction at Sotheby's in May

Five of the best summer BBQs

BBQ man, rejoice: your time to shine has come once more. The sun's back for good (we hope), so grab your tongs, get out of the kitchen and invest in a new BBQ. Now go make fire. 

Charity initiatives worth sponsoring your mates for

Are your work colleagues sending you countless emails asking you to sponsor their charity initiatives? We're always happy to dig deep, but we could do a 2k in our sleep. Be more original, people. Here are some seriously adventurous challenges that'll raise plenty of cash for charity in the process. 

Best pubs to watch the Boat Race 2015 from

There's only one way to watch the two blues fight it out at this year's Boat Race race: with a pint in hand, at one of these riverside pubs. Get your elbows at the ready to bag the top seat.

 

 

 

Celebrity homes up for sale in the US

If you like to think you're in the same league as the rich and famous, you might want to bag yourself one of their former houses. Here's our pick of the best celebrity homes currently on the market – from Donald Trump's Connecticut mansion to Tom Cruise's cabin in the woods.

Bracknell Gardens, Hampstead Heath

This double-fronted new build in Hampstead Heath is many things, but modest it ain't. 

Our picks from the London Yacht, Jet & Prestige Car show

If you've got a spare million or two burning a hole in your pocket, pop along to the London Yacht, Jet and Prestige Car show from April 8-10. Here's what we'd spend our cash on. 

The best subscription services for men

Who has time to go to the shops any more? Not us, that's for sure – we're far too busy and important for that sort of thing. 

Weird tech we love

Another week, another look at the latest tech to have caught the eye of Leo Davie from The Coolector – this time, it's all about the weird and wonderful gadgetry that's caught Leo's tech-loving eye

Jewellery for her: Elizabeth Gage

Struggling to find a present for her? You should really know this by now – but you can never really go wrong with something gold and sparkly. Ever. Jewellery designer Elizabeth Gage combines beautiful stones, ancient bronzes, carvings and pearls to create individual and personal jewels that'll make her eyes pop out her head when she opens the box. 

The Savoy creates a very fancy decanter for Macallan whisky

One of the world's most expensive whiskies deserves a VERY posh decanter to show it off in all its glory. Luckily, The Savoy has come up with the goods with its The Collection decanter.