6 h. ago 13 ordinary houses for sale with extraordinary gardens, including pools, ponds and treehouses

If the glorious late spring weather has you dreaming of a bigger garden, then look no further.

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49 h. ago Flowering Plants That Love The Sun 2025: Here are 11 colourful plants that thrive in sunny garden borders

With these pretty and colourful garden plants it’s a case of ‘no shade, no problem’.

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3 d. ago Sanctioned Russia and Belarusian wood being smuggled into UK, study suggests

‘Chemical fingerprint’ shows 46% of wood samples certified as sustainable did not come from labelled country of originNearly half of birch wood certified by leading sustainability schemes is misidentified and does not come from the labelled country of origin, according to new testing. The analysis raises fears that large quantities of sanctioned wood from Russia and Belarus are still illegally entering Britain.New research by World Forest ID, a consortium of research organisations that includes Kew Gardens and the World Resources Institute, scrutinised the accuracy of dozens of harvesting-origin claims on birch products, which had almost entirely been approved by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) sustainability schemes. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Sanctioned Russian and Belarusian wood being smuggled into UK, study suggests

‘Chemical fingerprint’ shows 46% of wood samples certified as sustainable did not come from labelled country of originNearly half of birch wood certified by leading sustainability schemes is misidentified and does not come from the labelled country of origin, according to new testing. The analysis raises fears that large quantities of sanctioned wood from Russia and Belarus are still illegally entering Britain.New research by World Forest ID, a consortium of research organisations that includes Kew Gardens and the World Resources Institute, scrutinised the accuracy of dozens of harvesting-origin claims on birch products, which had almost entirely been approved by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) sustainability schemes. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Sanctioned Russian and Belarusian wood smuggled into UK, study suggests

‘Chemical fingerprint’ shows 46% of wood samples certified as sustainable did not come from labelled country of originNearly half of birch wood certified by leading sustainability schemes is misidentified and does not come from the labelled country of origin, according to new testing. The analysis raises fears that large quantities of sanctioned wood from Russia and Belarus are still illegally entering Britain.New research by World Forest ID, a consortium of research organisations that includes Kew Gardens and the World Resources Institute, scrutinised the accuracy of dozens of harvesting-origin claims on birch products, which had almost entirely been approved by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) sustainability schemes. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago What are the costs when buying a house, including solicitors fees, removals and stamp duty

There are lots of costs to consider when moving home

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5 d. ago Inside newbuild home called an 'architectural masterpiece' by estate agent... but what do you think?

The County Durham home is up for sale for £1.75m with estate agents calling it an 'extraordinary residence' and 'one of the most prestigious homes in Wynyard'.

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9 d. ago The best places to buy garden furniture, patio sets and more

Once the sun comes out in Britain, it is only natural to feel the urge to prepare your garden for barbecues and outdoor parties to celebrate the warm weather.

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1 week ago Stacey Solomon showcases unseen part of Pickle Cottage's huge garden in sweet update

Loose Women star Stacey Solomon has given further insight into the garden at Pickle Cottage in a series of posts this weekend, including sharing her plans for some new plants

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2 w. ago Best garden furniture shops 2025: Online stores that deliver to your door

Shop the best garden furniture online, including everything from bistro sets to rattan pieces

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3 w. ago Man, 33, mauled to death by two XL Bully dogs and two other hounds while feeding his brother's pets

A man was found dead in a garden after being mauled by up to four dogs, including two XL bullies, as he visited a relative's home to feed their pets while they were in hospital, an inquest has heard.

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3 w. ago Man found dead in garden after being mauled by dogs including XL bullies

Nicholas Glass, 33, was looking after his brother’s dogs while he was in hospital but suffered fatal injuries caused by dog bites, an inquest heard.

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3 w. ago Reason why gardeners told to place lemons in soil immediately this spring

The gardening experts at Mimea explain that there are a number of benefits to using lemons in your garden, including changing the acidity of your soil and repelling pests

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