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Getting your garden ready for autumn

September 15, 2017September 8, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

The transition between summer and winter has begun and although the drop in temperature is a welcome change for many, this is the time of year when many people start to neglect their gardens. A lot of people give up on their garden maintenance during the autumn and winter because they feel their hard work will only be ruined by the harsh temperatures. However, autumn is possibly the most important time of the year for gardeners. The belief that all the hard work starts in spring is absolutely a myth.…

Garden Gadgets: The Essentials Guide

September 8, 2017May 7, 2019 Charlotte Hallam

Whether you’re a keen gardener or a seasonal flitter, everyone loves a gadget. Here’s a selection of the best garden gadgets available for taming, pruning, watering and decorating. Hozelock Auto Reel with 40M Hose If your garden is a small yard or a tiny patch of grass then we’d recommend checking out some cheaper, shorter hose options. However, if your garden is slightly larger, covering the area of a small town for example, then this 40m hose – sure to be one of the longest in the world –…

Backyard Bars: The 10 Coolest

August 25, 2017October 7, 2019 Charlotte Hallam

A while ago, we did a post on the newest sheddie trend of the year – the backyard bar. Today, our post is a little different to normal. We’re going all visual with an image based post of some of (what we consider to be) the coolest backyard bars around. Daily Mail Solar Power CEE Metro Apartment Therapy ReaderSheds Northern Design Awards Telegraph Thrillist Pubshed ReaderSheds Get in touch Cool, aren’t they? Let us know which one’s your favourite. And…

A Central National Trust Road Trip – Part 2

August 14, 2017August 25, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

With a few weeks left of the school holidays it’s likely you’re running out of ideas to keep the kids entertained. If you’re not, then you’re almost certainly running out of affordable ideas that won’t leave you broke come September. Anyway, we’ve got just the answer. National Trust days out are renowned for their great value, but if you or a family member have a membership, then it becomes even more affordable. Following on from part one of our central tour, here is part two… Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and…

The secret to mastering your very own she shed

July 28, 2017September 9, 2019 Charlotte Hallam

We’ve talked enough about man caves and cool bar sheds, so this week it’s the turn of the ladies. As we always say, nowadays sheds can do a lot more than storing your old patio set and bbq. Have you ever wished for a place to call your own? A getaway that doesn’t involve travel or spending money. Somewhere with no kids, no dog and no husband. A place where the phone doesn’t ring, the TV stays on the same channel – if you have one – and your cup…

Make your shed cool again with a backyard bar

July 26, 2017January 2, 2019 Charlotte Hallam

An outdoor space renovation is a great excuse to finally get rid of those unused, dusty tools and trinkets that have been clogging up your garage, shed and other outside spaces. And, let’s face it, why would you not want to be part of the hippest trend of the century?! She sheds, man caves and even granny pods are new inventive ways to convert garages and garden sheds. Things have taken a step up the cool-scale lately, with the introduction of the bar shed! Forget garden hoses, patio sets and…

THIS WEEKEND: RHS Flower Show Tatton Park

July 21, 2017January 13, 2020 Charlotte Hallam

RHS Flower Show is at Tatton Park this weekend and there’s so much going on. RHS Tatton started on Wednesday 19th July and runs until Sunday 23rd July and there’s still time to get tickets. Located at Tatton Park in Cheshire, the site is well signposted and just a few miles off the M6 motorway. However you plan to get there though, the RHS website has you covered with all the directions. Gardens A flower show wouldn’t be a flower show without gardens, so you’ll be pleased to hear…

Beautiful Gardens to Visit Around the UK

July 7, 2017March 2, 2020 Charlotte Hallam

Whether you’re naturally green fingered or not, there’s something pretty relaxing about wondering around an impressive, well-kept garden. For some people, it might evoke garden envy. For others, it’s a distant appreciation and thankfulness that their own doesn’t take so much upkeep. There are so many amazing public gardens in the UK, it’d be impossible to include them all, so we’ve included just a few of our favourites. Redhall Walled Garden Located on the west side of Edinburgh, Redhall Walled Garden isn’t like other public gardens. It’s a beautiful…

Essential tips for erecting a new garden shed

June 15, 2017August 20, 2018 Charlotte Hallam

This is the time of year when people start kitting out their gardens with all things new and beautiful. One accessory no garden should be without at this time of year is a shed. The staple of many British gardens is a wooden shed, but we’ll bet that you, just like many others out there, end up replacing your shed every few years for one reason or another. Maybe it’s not weathered well; perhaps the floor has become damp or rotten; or maybe it’s started to bow. There are many…

5 summer cocktails you simply must try

June 15, 2017May 1, 2018 Charlotte Hallam

Following on from our colourful post on fruity summer smoothies, this one’s aimed more at evening entertainment and garden parties. Of course, we’re talking about summer cocktail parties and all things alcoholic, below you’ll find a list of tastiest along with their recipes. Pimms cocktail Of course Pimms is at the top, it is the drink of summer after all. But surprisingly, there’s more to it than throwing Pimms, strawberries, mint and lemonade into a jug. Yes, really there is. The proportions need to be just right. Luckily, we have…