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Cleaning expert's 5 ways to clean patio slabs without pressure washer

Here’s when all the major supermarkets will be open this May bank holiday

When supermarkets will be open this May bank holiday - full list

Japanese Knotweed. (Pic credit: Andrew Smith)

Invasive plants in the UK and how to manage them

Six of the best spring hikes in the UK

When is the Pink Moon in April 2023?

Sharing bed with pets in April could be making you ill, say experts

Pet owners warned about hidden Easter dangers by top vet

Belvoir Castle’s Easter activity trail is one of many amazing things to do this Easter.

Hop into Spring in Nottinghamshire with a jam-packed Easter line-up

Met Office UK weather forecast confirms Spring will finally arrive this week - when temperatures will rise

Weather forecast confirms Spring will finally arrive this week

A replacement has been drafted in to take Phillip Schofield’s place on ITV’s This Morning

Phillip Schofield to be replaced on ITV’s This Morning

How to prepare for the upcoming clock change

Whilst most welcome the clocks going forward due to lighter evenings - they can have a bad impact, here’s how to prepare for the clock’s going forward

Hedge trimmers are at their lowest price for the past 12 months according to new research (photo: Adobe)

Cut garden costs up to £100 by buying essentials now for spring

Holi 2023: When is it, what is it and how is it celebrated

When is Spring Equinox 2023?

M&S has apologised for displaying daffodils next to spring onions

M&S apologises after displaying poisonous daffodils with spring onions

Aldi launches new spring garden range for limited time only with trendy wellies for just £9.99 - how to buy

Aldi launches new spring garden range for limited time only

Here’s 10 spring blooms that could be toxic to your pets

10 toxic spring flowers pet owners should avoid

Plant now for great colour in spring

These are the top six flowers to plant now for Spring

Report shows pubs could shut without extra energy bill support

There are essential jobs to do in the garden this December

Top jobs to be done in the garden this December

If you’ve planted your own pumpkins in time for the spooky season then now is the time to harvest them

Top 10 gardening jobs for October

Fairway View residents Phyllis and Mavis with their sunflowers from the school children

Bulwell care home in bloom thanks to local primary school children

Birds can nest in all manner of places, says the RSPB (photo: Kevin Simmonds (rspb-images.com))

RSPB reveals how helping birds to breed is easier than you may think

As May kicks in, green-fingered Brits have been given a list of essential gardening jobs to get done during May

These are 10 jobs to do in the garden this May

The experts at leisure bike brand Bobbin Bikes have rounded up their favourite cycling spots in the UK for those of all cycling abilities

These are top 5 cycle routes for you to enjoy this spring holiday

Actress Amy Jackson launches Oxford Street's sustainability awareness campaign

It's out with the grey and in with colour, for happy home vibes

Over a third of homeowners will switch off their heating earlier than usual this...

Farm and Fell holidays - wake up to Cumbrian scenery like this on your break.....

See these farm holidays where you can meet lambs and other Easter babies

Britain's biggest cleaning conundrums

Dogs suffer from hayfever too (photo: Unsplash)

Hay Fever Weather Warning: Could Your Dog Be Suffering in silence

Green-fingered Brits are being offered tips on which gardening jobs they should get ahead of in March

These are 10 jobs for the garden in March

Jobs include planting summer bulbs, keeping on top of weeding and keeping slugs and snails at bay

These are 10 gardening jobs for March to make sure you get the most out of sprin...

The best garden gazebos UK for 2022

Ready your garden for spring with one of these gorgeous gazebos

These are the locations in the UK with the most expensive gardener rates – and t...

Picnic baskets, blankets, cooler bags and backpacks 2021

Picnic baskets, blankets, cooler bags and backpacks

Beauty Easter Eggs 2021

Beauty Easter Eggs 2021: gorgeous cosmetic gifts from Look Fantastic

This is when the days will start getting lighter and longer in 2021

Coun John Wilmott, Coun Lee Waters and Coun Dave Shaw outside Hucknall Leisure Centre

Campaign launched to keep Hucknall out of Nottingham City Council

Have you ever wondered why birds sing in the morning? (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s why birds sing early in the morning - and the dawn chorus explained

These top gardener's tips will help you get started growing your own fruit and v...

What you need to know about Easter 2021 (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here are 12 fun Easter activities to try with kids indoors this Easter weekend

This is what you need to know about growing your own potatoes (Photo: Shutterstock)

This is the best time to plant and grow potatoes - and common problems explained

Why not use your downtime to take up a new hobby? (Photo: Shutterstock)

14 activities you can do indoors while self isolating amid the coronavirus pande...

Harriette Rushton international local showjumper.

In The Saddle column: We're jumping ahead with spring on the way
Spring is finally on its way and it’s been a super busy time for us here.

This is the difference between self-isolating and social distancing - and what i...

The spring equinox is an event which takes place once a year, but what is it, what does it signify and when does it happen? (Photo: Shutterstock)

What is the Spring equinox and when does it take place?

With the nights getting lighter and the weather getting a little milder, Spring is just around the corner (Photo: Shutterstock)

When does Spring begin and what are the first signs it has arrived?

When do the clocks change? Here's when they go forward in 2020 - and when spring...

Marie Martin with Joan Greenlees , who at 95, still likes to get involved with the many activities that Marie puts on as the Activities Co-ordinator at Alexandra House.

Keeping the old folk entertained

Mitch Hopkinson

FINANCIAL MATTERS WITH MITCH HOPKINSON: The main financial factors to take into ...

Honda CR-V a real snow beater

Wood anemone

Spring in the woods

Iris Hantverk Dustpan & Brush Set, Green, £29, John Lewis. PA pic

Get ready for the big spring clean with the latest equipment ready

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