Get ready for the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2026 with expert tips on attracting and feeding birds affordably. Learn about the best foods, hygiene, and how to take part in the vital citizen science project.
The popular Keter Eden 265-litre resin garden storage bench has plummeted to £85.50 on Amazon, a 34% discount and the lowest price ever recorded. Grab this versatile weatherproof solution before the deal ends.
Budding photographers can win tickets, tours and tea by entering the free 'Beauty of Belton Estate' competition. Winning shots will feature in the 2026 IGPOTY exhibition.
A Kamado-style ceramic BBQ grill has been discounted from £299.99 to just £99 on Wowcher. This limited-time offer is a perfect purchase for planning ahead for the warmer seasons.
The Met Office issues an amber snow warning for Tuesday. Experts advise stocking up on canned vegetables, soups, and pasta to prepare for potential power cuts and being snowed in.
The Met Office issues an amber warning for six Scottish regions, urging residents to stockpile torches, power packs, and essentials before Tuesday's severe snow. Act now to stay safe.
British Gas urges households to prepare for power cuts as Met Office issues amber snow warnings for Scotland. Essential tips for staying safe during the severe weather.
British Gas urges households to prepare as Met Office issues amber and yellow weather warnings for snow and ice. Essential advice includes insulating pipes, checking detectors, and creating an emergency kit.
Discover how a simple pre-holiday ski session at a UK slope can transform your first day on the mountain. Expert tips and a guide to local practice venues.
Discover the crucial gardening tasks for January to protect plants, clear debris, and plan for spring. Act now to create a thriving, wildlife-friendly garden this year.
London Fire Brigade warns against burning Christmas trees, as January fires double. Learn safe recycling options and protect your community from preventable blazes.
Solihull Council announces revised bin collection dates for Christmas and New Year 2025. Find out when to put your rubbish and recycling out over the festive period.
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh reveals the one plant he'd never have in his garden: purple ornamental kale. Discover his winter alternative, hellebores, and get planting tips. Read more.
Experts warn of a 'winter of rats' in the UK. Follow this essential advice on securing bins, sealing gardens, and using natural deterrents to protect your home from rodent infestations.
Police are hunting three thieves caught on CCTV stealing a £12,000 S-Works e-bike from a garden shed in Stourbridge. Call 101 with info.
Solihull Council outlines three key options for residents to responsibly dispose of real Christmas trees after the festive season, including garden waste collections and a recycling centre.
Don't let the cold stop you! Our guide reveals the crucial pruning, sowing, and maintenance tasks to tackle in January for a thriving garden this spring. Get your tools ready.
Discover the six easiest herbs to grow indoors for a constant supply of fresh cooking ingredients. Get expert tips on light, watering, and the perfect compost for a thriving kitchen garden.
Gardening expert Helen Hutchings Cox reveals four clever ways to use autumn leaves to boost your garden's health. Discover how to create free mulch and leafmould.
Kitchen specialists reveal simple, no-cost tweaks to transform your Christmas roast. Learn how to avoid dry meat and ensure juicy, flavourful results every time.
Escape Birmingham's festive bustle at the Library's Secret Garden. Find panoramic city views, greenery & quiet on the 7th floor. Your peaceful urban retreat awaits.
Redrow Midlands donates £1,930 to Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind for a pizza oven, transforming an allotment into a sensory garden for community mental health support. Discover how this initiative fosters connection.
Sheila Turner's festive display in Market Weighton wins British Garden Centres' national competition, raising thousands for Macmillan Cancer Support. Discover the magical scene.
Norwegian horticulturalist recommends Votrek secateurs for weak hands. Ergonomic design with ratchet mechanism minimises wrist strain. Now £18.03 on Amazon. Read our review.
Searches for 'mushrooms in garden' have jumped 153% in a month. An expert reveals how to identify and safely remove six common but dangerous fungi, from deadly Death Caps to structural Dry Rot.
As the big day approaches, journalist Susan Lee explores the unique 'language' of a British Christmas, decoding the true meaning behind common festive phrases. Are you ready yet?
The Royal Horticultural Society warns pigeons are damaging winter crops. Experts reveal homemade repellents using scents like peppermint and garlic to deter them.
Appliance experts reveal essential pre-holiday checks to save energy and prevent damage. Learn how to use 'holiday mode' and protect your home this festive season.
Gardeners' World host Monty Don reveals why his iconic Longmeadow garden is a perpetual work in progress. Discover the story behind the two-acre Herefordshire haven he created with his wife since 1991.
UK households are asked to leave cranberries off their Christmas plates to help garden birds survive the frosty winter. Experts reveal festive foods to share and avoid.