FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters. The art works entitled 'Houndton Tabby', were designed by illustrator and artist Kim Parkhurst, 39, after she combined her love of drawing and Downton Abbey. 'I've been painting portraits of animals in historical costume for some time,” explains New Yorker Kim. “I've taken some familiar and beloved characters whose demeanour, personality, and appearance seemed to translate to certain breeds of dog or cat. 'I got to thinking about Mr Bates' character and storyline, and Brendan Coyle's facial structure, and how he could look hard but also had the warmest, kindest eyes.
WELCOME to the drawing room that is home to the £100K world’s greatest collection of Margaret Thatcher autographed objects .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
MOUTH OPEN wide, this little stoat appears to be in mid-song as he belts out a tune for his onlookers .