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There is nothing more satisfying than growing, harvesting and eating your own potatoes. Most of the nutrients found in a potato come from the skin, so growing your own [...]

What is it? How do I get involved? The Big Garden Birdwatch takes place at the end of January each year (This year it is from 25th-27th January). It [...]

Winter can be a difficult time for wildlife, particularly for wild birds. As the temperatures drop, the food that they normally eat becomes a lot harder for them to [...]

Christmas is one of the most special times of the year, but with so many aspects to think about, it can quickly become overwhelming. Trees, decorations, presents, family traditions, [...]

Looking for a lovely Christmas activity that doubles up as a gift too! Our special gingerbread recipe is an easy and fun recipe to do with the kids on [...]

As we near the arrival of Christmas, our attention turns to creating a festive vibe around our front door to welcome our friends and family. We’ve pulled together some [...]

As the daylight hours start to shorten and cooler temperatures move in, we begin to see the glory of the autumnal colours changing in the fauna. Berries start to [...]

If you’re wondering about how to get your kids into growing, then often starting with an indoor plant can be the answer. Teaching them the basics of growing on [...]

Indoor plants seem to have it all. Proven to purify the very air that we breathe (1), improve our concentration and even boost our productivity by as much as [...]

National Allotment week was started over 15 years ago as a way of raising the awareness of allotments and the role they play in healthier living, growing your own [...]