Home & Garden
The cost of owning and running a home falls 6%
The cost of owning and running a home in the UK has declined by 6% over the past two years, according to new research by Halifax.
Shakespeare's allotment on display at Hampton Court
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is to recreate ‘Shakespeare’s Allotment’ at the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show. The Flower Show, which takes place from 6 – 11 July, is the world’s largest annual flower show and celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.
Celebrate summer produce at RHS gardens
As gardeners enjoy the time of year for abundant summer fruit and salad crops, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is holding a weekend dedicated to the celebration of summer produce on 3 and 4 July at all of its four gardens (Saturday only at Hyde Hall and Sunday only at Rosemoor).
Secure your garden shed before going away this summer
Packing the suitcase, shopping for sunscreen and organising the cattery - it's easy to forget that your home also needs a bit of attention before you head off on your holidays.
Home gardens worth £825
Lawnmowers and strimmers, sheds and greenhouses and patio furniture topped the league of most expensive items in the UK's gardens, according to a study by confused.com.
Homeowners set to invest in their properties
Research has revealed that 61 per cent of UK homeowners intend to invest in their property over the next two years. The research shows that loft conversions and conservatories are set to be popular additions in 2010, with figures for such projects up 16 per cent and 32 per cent respectively.
Optimum reflects on AV furniture
Optimum International has unveiled a new range of AV furniture with sleek design and contemporary high gloss finishes.
How lucky’s your house?
While number seven may be lucky for some and others would avoid 13 at any cost, AXA statistics show where the real luck lies when it comes to the house you live in.
Taylor Wimpey digs deep in Harringay
Volunteers in charge of a prize-winning community garden have received a timely boost in their bid to secure a prestigious award for the fifth year running – thanks to a £1,000 donation from Taylor Wimpey, the leading housebuilder behind a number of developments of houses and flats for sale in East London.
Everything but the kitchen sink: Things you shouldn’t forget on moving day
One of the most common moving day faux pas is to pack the kettle and tea bags say reallymoving.com, following a survey of top UK removal companies.
Ollerton residents take up summer garden challenge
Inspired by the recent RHS Chelsea Flower Show Miller Homes is encouraging residents at The Meadows development in Ollerton to roll up their sleeves, unearth their gardening tools and take up their summer garden challenge.
New home interiors woo the crowds in Coventry
A £15 million Stoke development has nearly sold out way ahead of schedule with homebuyers also reserving off plan for 2011 – and this is in no small part due to the stunning interior design schemes of the two new showhomes.
RHS names crème de la crème of young garden designers
Three young designers have been declared the crème de la crème by RHS selection panel as they take their place as finalists in the RHS Young Garden Designer of the Year Competition.
Dry summer increases subsidence threat to UK homes
As many parts of the UK face drought and climate change means dry conditions are becoming more common, homeowners are advised to be aware of the increased risk of subsidence during the summer months.
RHS Show Tatton Park promotes active learning
Over twenty schools in Cheshire have joined forces to take on a horticultural feat by each designing a garden for the prestigious RHS Show Tatton Park (21-25 July 2010).