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Having a large tree casting its shadow across your garden isn’t the end of the world. In fact it can be very dramatic. When we first moved to this cottage, I despaired of the neighbour’s huge ash tree that cast shadows over so much of our garden. Yet now, I’d...Be a King for the day: 10 of the best Castles and Palaces in Britain
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
The hidden ones, down miniature country lanes, to the big boys that they pop into whenever they have the opportunity. Here are the best garden centres and nurseries in the UK. Madrona Nursery This is a charming nursery specialising in trees and shrubs, but with...Raised beds: Give your garden a boost this Summer
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...Floating home: Narrow boat living could be an option for downsizing
Each year, many people enjoy the tranquil, unhurried life of the inland waterways of the UK, spending their holidays on rented narrow boats or on their own narrow boat. But a growing number of people are electing to live on a narrow boat on a rather more...Ourplace News
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