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The Rise of Outdoor Kitchens: Blending Culinary Art with Nature

In recent years, outdoor kitchens have emerged as one of the most sought-after additions to residential properties. What was once a simple backyard grill setup has evolved into a fully functional cooking space — equipped with everything from built-in grills and pizza ovens to refrigeration and sleek countertops. Outdoor kitchens are not just about food preparation; they're about lifestyle,...

Keiron Northcott

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Homebuyers paying up to £70k more for a garden

Green-fingered homebuyers paying as much as £70k for a garden in the current market

Market analysis by estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk , reveals that today's homebuyers will pay a 12.9% house price premium to secure a home with a garden, equating to £38,000 on the average UK home, climbing to as high as £70,000 in London.

To understand exactly how much buyers...

The Benefits of Living in a Community of Students

The University experience is not just about academics, it’s also about the relationships and opportunities that come with it. Living in a community of students can offer a unique and enriching experience that goes beyond the classroom. Living in a community of students has many advantages, from the social aspect to the academic aspect, and beyond. It provides a supportive environment where...

What you need to consider ahead of buying a summerhouse

What you need to consider ahead of buying a summerhouse

A summerhouse can be a charming gathering place or a functional extra space. Be it a place to relax, a wonderful open-air kitchen, or a quiet garden workspace , the quality of the materials used to build your summerhouse are critical.

Thinking about buying a summerhouse?

A garden room can be the perfect place to gather with friends. Be it a place to carry out your hobbies, a...

Expert advises how to protect your garden shed in icy weather

With temperatures plummeting and yellow warnings for snow and ice across the UK, Brits are being warned about the damage this can do to a garden shed.

Despite the time of year, over 80,000 people in the past month took to Google to search their shed queries - asking questions including ‘How to insulate a shed?’ and ‘How to weatherproof a shed?’ - as people worry about how to protect...

Key Ways to Utilise Your Garden Space

You have just moved into a new home and are now aware that while you had planned the interior down to the color of the pot plants in each room, the garden has been somewhat neglected. Oops!

Don’t worry! It is common for new homeowners to look out over their slice of greenery and feel intimidated, especially if it is a larger space. But there are some things that you can do to make...

5 top tips to care for hedgehogs this Bonfire Night

Ahead of Bonfire Night, many people will be looking for ways to protect the UK’s wildlife. Barratt Developments North East shares its top tips on how homeowners can protect hedgehogs within their local areas this Autumn Winter.

Research from RSPB has found that hedgehogs are in rapid decline, with a shocking estimated 30 mil decrease in the furry critters since the 1950s, across...

Best Flowers for a Decorative Greenhouse

While there can often be many benefits to putting up a greenhouse to accommodate plants, some may be more inclined to simply build one to act as a centrepiece in their garden. If you’re one of the many individuals who prefer aesthetics over functionality, you may want to consider the variety of ways that you could decorate your greenhouse.

Of course, for those who’d still like a...

Why Must You Opt for A Rock Garden?

Rock gardens are landscapes or residential gardens that stress the utilization of rocks and stones in fusion with various floras instead of the standard soil. Most homeowners opt for these gardens as they look sophisticated and attractive. But you can also utilize them to address any problem with your yard or if you want to build up flat sections.

In case you are wondering whether...

5 easy hacks to keep your garden healthy during a hosepipe ban

Brits across the Devon and Cornwall are facing the first hosepipe ban in 26 years after months of scorching temperatures, with South West Water the latest water supplier to announce a hosepipe ban, starting next week.

The ban could prove tricky for some gardeners since gardens will likely need some TLC after the extreme heat. But turning to your hose could leave you facing a hefty £1...

Four Reasons You Need to Get Your Kids Into Gardening This Summer

Are you tearing your hair out at the idea of keeping your rambunctious little ones entertained this summer?

You might have signed them up for activity clubs or planned days out to theme parks, but these costs can quickly add up. And it’s hard to tire them out enough for a good night sleep at home.

But there is a solution. Have you tried getting them into gardening?

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