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15 vintage finds that add country cottage charm

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'I wanted my kitchen to feel like a National Trust property’

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6 signs to look out for when buying secondhand glassware

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What to do with sweet peas after flowering

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What to do with lavender after flowering

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Seasonal inspiration

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Who is exempt from using a hosepipe?

6 shrubs to prune in august

6 shrubs to prune in August before it's too late

lupin flowers.

What to do with lupins after flowering

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5 best watering cans for drought gardening

cotswold cottage garden, england

3 ways to care for your lawn without a hosepipe

Heatwave advice

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Everything to know about the hosepipe ban

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Garden wildlife: avoid these drowning hazards

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This heatwave instinct is sabotaging your lavender

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Make your fan feel cooler with this simple hack

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Staycations, staycations, staycations

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The Dorset bookshop people plan holidays around

marram grass covers the top of the large sand dunes at warkworth beach, on the north sea, northumberland coast path, northumberland, england

This Northumberland beach rivals Cornwall

view along a narrow street in the centre of knutsford, uk. people an be seen on the pavements

Knutsford: Cheshire's prettiest market town

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Is this the UK's answer to Nantucket?

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8 beach trolleys for hassle-free adventures

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August gardening sorted

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7 blooms to plant now for amazing autumn colour

6 shrubs to prune in august

6 shrubs to prune in August before it's too late

proper rose pruning in summer. a gardener is cutting, pruning roses with sharp pruning shears at 45 degree angle to encourage more blooms.

5 plants to prune in August before it’s too late

hands gently holding purple and red flowers on a vine.

What to do with sweet peas after flowering

Gardening guides

pink roses

How to protect roses in a heatwave

field of purple flowers with green foliage

What to do with salvias after flowering

colorful delphinium flowers in a garden

Delphiniums done flowering? Bring back the blooms

Greenfinch with seed in its beak, Portugal

How to make your garden finch-friendly

stock photo of ornamental japanese style garden with outdoor lounge area. featuring whitewashed, grooved timber decking patio, japanese bonsai maples and hardwood, cushion covered seating around outdoor plastic rug.

4 plants to make a garden feel more private

Country homes

scullery and laundry room with blue walls, black counter top, and three skirted cabinets

7 upgrades to make your laundry room feel luxurious

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5 ways to keep your home cool without AC

coastal bedroom with cool bedding

Heatwave bedding swaps to help you sleep better

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6 tableware pieces collectors always search for

neutral shaker style kitchen with lime wash walls and marble worktops

How to limewash walls for immediate character

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Garden design ideas

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7 Mediterranean garden ideas to refresh your space

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25 garden edging ideas: Budget-friendly to luxe

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8 low-maintenance gravel garden ideas

white metal seat chair in flower garden park in spring summer

9 ways to transform your patio into an oasis

Big design trends for 2026

pelican house rug school house white walls

Paint colours to make decorating easier in 2026

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Antiques and vintage items in demand for 2026

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10 bathroom trends that will define 2026

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5 kitchen trends that will be everywhere in 2026

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Advice for dog owners

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3 common myths about spaniel dogs, debunked

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Misunderstood dogs: 5 most unwanted breeds

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12 dog toothpastes to protect your dog's teeth

a senior dog having a great afternoon in the park.

Grieving a dog: 6 things that make a difference

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Do dogs need extra bedding in winter?

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Travel

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The best Airbnbs in the Isle of Skye

an iconic hill on the edge of the north yorks moors national park.

8 Yorkshire Airbnbs to book

a beach with houses and trees

The best Airbnb beach houses in the UK

a sunny may morning on the beach at runswick bay on the north east coast of england. a beautiful coastal village on the cleveland way long distance footpath. a border collie enjoying a walk on the wet sand.

The best dog-friendly Airbnbs for 2026

Home

country living cambourne chair at dfs

26 of the best small bedroom chairs for compact spaces

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Welsh blankets are in the spotlight: 5 to buy now

country living arundel sofa at dfs

30 of the best sofa brands in the UK for stylish designs at every budget

cosy living room with rust sofa

7 timeless living room pieces from Rowen & Wren

Garden

colorful snapdragon flowers in a garden

8 quick-blooming flowers for a colourful garden

outdoor seating area with striped cushions and a snack tray

Best garden sets worth snapping up before summer arrives

outdoor dining area with a striped umbrella

7 Mediterranean garden ideas to refresh your space

hardy annual cornflower growing outside

6 hardy annuals to sow in April

The Latest

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Everything you need to plant in August

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6 reasons birds aren't visiting your garden

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First look at John Lewis’ new AW26 collection

coastal town of ullapool with buildings and mountains in the background, reflected in calm water.

Meet Ullapool, Britain's very own slice of Scandinavia

high speed image of the partial solar eclipse as seen from the uk, october 2022

Where and when to see a rare solar eclipse this August

rustic conservatory with brick floor, potted plants, and antique furniture.

This home is a masterclass in decorating with textiles

beautiful, blue summer flowers of nepeta grandiflora 'bramdean'

What to do with catmint after flowering

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Bishopstrow: A country house even your dog will love

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6 kitchen items set to rise in value in 2026

betws y coed is a small village in the heart of the snowdonia national park wales that is a popular base for hikers.

This corner of Wales feels just like Switzerland

elegant bathroom with clawfoot tub, decorative mirror, and potted plant.

Bathroom jobs to do before your holiday

someone using hosepipe

How to report your neighbour for breaking a hosepipe ban