5 Plants to Protect From Winter Frost
Garden centres urge covering five specific plants before winter frost arrives. Expert tips on using fleece, bubble wrap, and mulch to save your garden from cold damage.
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Everyday 'polite' driving gesture breaks Highway Code
Flashing headlights to say thank you is a common but illegal gesture that could lead to confusion and fines. Learn the correct rules to stay safe on UK roads.
Liverpool swimmers dominate Blackpool Lights meet
City of Liverpool swimmers delivered outstanding performances at the Blackpool Lights meet, securing numerous gold medals and personal bests. Discover the full list of local champions.
Blaenau Gwent school wins prestigious community award
Pen-y-Cwm School in Ebbw Vale has transformed unused grounds into a thriving wildlife haven, winning the Community Transformation Award. Discover how pupils and community created this sustainable space.
Middlesbrough Christmas Parade & Lights Switch-On 2025
Middlesbrough's festive season begins this weekend with a Christmas parade, light switch-on, and new 'Shine On, Boro' installation. Find event times and details for family fun.
Plant These Bulbs Now for a Spring Display
Discover which garden bulbs you can still plant in November for a vibrant spring show. Expert tips from the GardeningUK community reveal it's not too late for tulips, daffodils, and more.
Young Gardeners Boost Erewash Biodiversity
Young conservationists in Erewash receive awards for creating wildlife-friendly gardens. Discover how local children are transforming urban spaces into biodiversity havens.
Mental Elf Festive 5k returns to Darlington
Darlington Mind's Mental Elf Festive 5k is back on November 30! Walk, jog, or run a scenic 5km in South Park to support local mental health services. Sign up now!
Aldi's 70p Festive Bake is back, rivalling Greggs
Aldi's popular Festive Bake is back on shelves for just 70p each, offering a budget-friendly alternative to Greggs' version. Discover the tasty details and other returning festive favourites.
How to protect spring bulbs from pests and frost
Is your garden confused by the mild weather? Discover expert tips to protect early-sprouting spring bulbs from pests and frost, including a quirky trick using action figures!
Free Santa's Grotto at Walsall Saddlers Centre
Families in Walsall can meet Santa for free at the Saddlers Shopping Centre on November 29, with every child receiving a gift. Don't miss the festive fun!
Chelmsford Christmas Lights & MP's Busy Week
Chelmsford's Christmas lights switch-on brought festive cheer as local MP Marie Goldman reflects on a busy week covering healthcare, SEND support, and community safety.
MAFS star responds to Walsall Christmas lights critics
Married at First Sight UK star Sacha Jones has a 26-word retort for critics of her Walsall Christmas lights switch-on role. Discover the festive event details and community reaction.
Rotary Club Creates Peaceful Garden for Recovery Centre
Volunteers from Nottingham Rotary Club have transformed the women's garden at Framework's detox service, creating a calming space for recovery journeys. Discover how community action makes a difference.
Pay-per-litre water charge urged for UK gardens
Government climate adviser proposes pay-per-litre charge for garden watering to combat drought. Learn how this could affect households and water conservation efforts.
Hinckley Christmas lights switch-on: festive trail & prizes
Join the festive fun in Hinckley! A Christmas walking trail with prizes awaits at the lights switch-on event on November 21. Enjoy free parking and family activities.
Two Daily Tasks to Help Robins and Sparrows in Winter
Gardeners are urged to provide food and water twice daily for robins and sparrows this winter. Learn how to support these declining British bird species.
8 Plants to Avoid Pruning in November for Spring Blooms
Horticulture expert reveals why pruning azaleas, rhododendrons, and other popular garden plants now could cost you next year's beautiful spring flower display.
10-Minute November Task to Attract Robins
Help robins survive winter by creating a natural bug hotel in your garden. This simple 10-minute task provides crucial food when natural sources dwindle.
Simple chicken wire trick stops squirrels eating bulbs
A gardener reveals her simple chicken wire method to protect garden bulbs from squirrels. This legal, humane deterrent is easy to implement in your own garden.
Use Tabasco Sauce to Protect Garden Birds
UK gardeners are adding Tabasco sauce to bird food this November. This simple trick deters squirrels and foxes, helping struggling bird populations get the nutrition they need.
The Range opens new Oldbury store with Garden Centre
The Range has opened a new home and garden store in Oldbury, featuring a Garden Centre by Homebase. First 50 customers received goodie bags. Discover the new one-stop shop now!
Sandwell Christmas Lights 2025: Full Event List
Discover the full schedule for Sandwell's 2025 Christmas lights switch-ons. Free family events start in Friar Park this week with live entertainment and festive fun across the borough.
Monty Don's Winter Bird Feeding Tips
Gardening expert Monty Don shares essential advice for helping birds survive winter, including recommended foods and harmful items to avoid. Support your local wildlife today!
Jewellery Quarter Christmas Lights Cancelled Due to Storm
The Jewellery Quarter's Christmas Light Switch On event is cancelled due to Storm Claudia's amber weather warning. Discover the reasons and what's next for festive plans.
Hinckley's Christmas Lights Switch-On November 21
Join thousands in Hinckley on November 21 for the spectacular Christmas lights switch-on. Enjoy live music, Santa's grotto, festive stalls and 25,000 lights. Don't miss it!
Northern Lights to Stun UK Tonight - Best Viewing Times
A spectacular Northern Lights display may be visible across the UK tonight due to a severe geomagnetic storm. Find out when and where to see this rare aurora show.
Aurora Borealis Visible in West Midlands Tonight
The Northern Lights will be visible across the West Midlands tonight, 12th November. Find out the best viewing times and locations for this rare celestial spectacle.
3 West Midlands Garden Centres with Christmas Magic
Discover three festive garden centres in the West Midlands transforming into winter wonderlands for Christmas 2025. Plan your magical visit today!
Second bid for Walsall garden building conversion
A Walsall homeowner resubmits plans to convert a garden outbuilding into a separate home after initial refusal. Read the latest on this ongoing planning dispute.
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