David Beckham Plans Guest Editorship for Country Life October Edition

David Beckham, the iconic footballer and current global sports ambassador, is set to guest edit the October 2025 edition of Country Life magazine to celebrate his 50th birthday year. Having developed a deep passion for rural living since moving to a £12 million converted barn in the Cotswolds in 2016, Beckham has embraced countryside life through activities like beekeeping, gardening, and supporting local craftsmen and women. His special edition will feature his favorite views, recipes, and insight into the countryside's growing importance in his life and family. Beckham's role follows a tradition of royal family members guest editing the magazine, including King Charles III, Princess Anne, and Queen Camilla, highlighting his close bond with the royals through shared interests such as gardening. He is also poised to receive a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours, further cementing his status as a prominent figure in both sports and philanthropy. Beckham expressed his admiration for the 128-year-old magazine, which he reads cover to cover, and looks forward to producing an issue that celebrates the British countryside and its cultural heritage.