Isabel Dempsey

Isabel Dempsey serves as Digital Assistant at Country & Town House, overseeing interiors, properties, and competitions. She holds an MA in Magazine Journalism (Distinction) from City, University of London, where she developed a sustainable fashion magazine concept praised by British Vogue’s Chioma Nnadi. Previously, she studied English at the University of Cambridge and served as Editor-in-Chief of Varsity, the student newspaper. Her career includes writing for The Independent, The Telegraph, House & Home (Ireland), The Bookseller, Museums Journal, and EssexLive, with internships at The Times. Specializing in interiors and properties, she frequently covers high-end homes, historical estates, and design trends. Her work often intersects with lifestyle, fashion, culture, and environmental issues, particularly threats to creativity and women’s rights. Notable projects include a long-form investigation into anti-surrogacy campaigns and features on Ellen DeGeneres’ Cotswolds estate and Henry VIII’s ‘Love Nest’ property.