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Britain is home to some of the most impressive Castles and Palaces in the world. So why not be the King of your very own castle for the day, and go to our top ten favourites to visit. 1. Bodiam Castle, East Sussex. (Left) When you think of a classic Castle...Heaven scent: The UK’s best garden centres and nurseries
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Raised beds are also known as deep beds, and though organic gardeners didn’t invent them they know the true value of them. For large or small gardens, for vegetables, flowers or a mixture of both, ‘raised’ deep beds are ideal. You’ll be surprised what you...Ourplace News
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