Ruth Doherty
11 of Britain’s best winter beaches for a bracingly beautiful break
Experience the magic of Britain's wildly beautiful coastline without the crowds
16 of the best British beach retreats for a trip to the seaside
From eco spas to boutique beach huts, these coastal retreats are perfect for your next getaway
16 of the best staycations in Scotland for 2024
Enjoy everything magnificent Scotland has to offer, from whisky tours to steam train rides
12 of the best walks in the Cotswolds for a glorious countryside ramble
Picturesque villages, splendid countryside views and inviting coaching inns abound on these incredible Cotswolds walks...
National Trust's #BlossomWatch is back for another year to lift the nation's spirits
Take a moment to pause, actively notice and enjoy the fleeting beauty of blossom
These are the 5 best dog walks in the UK for autumn
Walkies just got really scenic...
The 10 best National Trust gardens for a scenic and socially-distanced day out
Perfect to visit this weekend
Lidl launches refillable cleaning kit so we can all clean green
With kitchen, bathroom and glass cleaners all included
These are the 10 most underrated beaches in England
Glorious stretches of sand, without the crowds...
Lidl launches new dog sun bed just in time for summer
And it's totally paw-fect!
Science explains why we are having more vivid dreams right now
There's been a rise in strange dreams...
Number 1 is the best-selling house number in the UK, according to a new study
And number 13 isn't so unlucky either...
Aldi's garden furniture range includes an outdoor corner sofa set for just ÂŁ199.99
See what's on offer from the budget supermarket...
Remote castle for sale in Scottish countryside for under ÂŁ1million
With views over the Isle of Mull...
How to bring 'sisu', the Finnish concept of inner strength and refusal to give-up, into your life
"You might call it backbone, spunk, stamina, guts, or drive and perseverance"
8 stunning virtual garden tours around the world
These are bloomin' beautiful...
Everything you need to start growing fruit and vegetables at home
Nothing beats the satisfaction and self-sufficiency
It's official: Brits are calling their dogs the same names as their babies
9/10 names given to pets are shared by newborns
5 lawn mowing tips to help give garden wildlife the best chance possible
Hedgehogs, bees, birds and insects will thank you
The 20 essential gardening tools every outdoor space needs this summer
Everything you need to get your garden into shape
5 expert tips to protect your sleep while working from home
How to keep your bedroom a sleep sanctuary...
Children's handmade rainbows are popping up in windows all over the UK – here's why
They stand in solidarity with a worthwhile message
7 best trees to plant in small gardens
Compact outdoor space? No problem...
Google Earth launches virtual tours of 31 of the world's most incredible national parks
From Yosemite to Yellowstone, this is armchair travel at its finest
This is how smart tech will change your living room, kitchen and bedroom by 2050
From smart glass windows to virtual reality TV...
The UK's best new glamping spots for 2020 revealed
From copper-clad pods to luxury eco safari tents...
Stay in this rock 'n' roll country mansion that’s hosted Genesis, Queen and The Police
Holiday like the stars at this edgy piece of rural heaven...
Coronavirus: 3 homemade hand sanitiser recipes that don't work
A pharmaceutical scientist puts them to the test
This luxury historic cottage was once the last resting place of King Henry VI’s knights
Built during The War of the Roses in 1461, it's now available to rent
Have a nosey inside this chocolate box cottage for sale in Wiltshire
It's Grade II listed...
These are the UK's 10 most dog-friendly staycations to visit in 2020
Your pups will love these locations as much as you do
England will be home to the world's longest coastal path in 2020
The 2,700-mile continuous coastal path is a walker's dream
Grade II listed Buckinghamshire period home with views over its own mill pond is for sale
There's a swimming pool too...
Introducing the must-have new ceramics collection from Denby Pottery
Perfect for your country kitchen...
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2020: Tom Raffield to showcase sustainable furniture designs
Make sure you don't miss this...
You can stay in this stylish eco-lodge in Scotland with its own private beach
All the electricity comes from solar panels and a small windmill
7 simple ways to make your home more planet-friendly in 2020
From upcycling to choosing your paint carefully...
5 of London's best parks for dog walking
Where you can let your pup roam free and happy...
Characterful former chapel is for sale in a picturesque Cotswold village
How pretty is this?
Characterful barn with picturesque river views for sale in Hampshire for ÂŁ1.45m
Just wait until you see the interiors...
Introducing the must-have Barbour x Emma Bridgewater SS20 collection
We'll race you to the checkout...
Chelsea Flower Show 2020: Florence Nightingale's pressed flower collection to go on show
The garden celebrates the bicentenary of her birth
9 spring cleaning tips for dog owners
How to deal with moulting mutts and pongy pooches...
Le Creuset launches Japanese-inspired new SS20 campaign Zen Kitchen
And there's a host of new goodies and recipe inspiration...
You're most likely to be burgled between these hours...
And 12 expert tips on how you can prevent it
This new dog-drying coat from Ruff & Tumble is the perfect post-walk warmer
The snuggle is real!
How to descale a kettle using natural products
Enjoy a perfect cuppa every time...
Top 10 coastal locations to buy a second home
Which seaside town has come out on top?
Christmas brain teaser: Can you find Santa's elf in less than 1 minute 46 seconds?
Spot the missing elf that's fallen from Santa's sleigh
Aldi is donating free food on Christmas Eve to those in need
The budget supermarket has partnered with charities to give away surplus food.
How to declutter your home using the 'strangers, acquaintances and friends' method
Clear the clutter and clear your mind!
Top 10 things Brits miss about their hometown
Where is 'home' to you?
The 10 filthiest areas in your home have been uncovered in a new study
It might surprise you...
Royal Mail unveils magical Christmas 2019 stamps inspired by the Nativity story
And now we're really getting into the festive spirit...
Hobbycraft reveals its top Christmas 2019 craft trends
Including beautiful eco-friendly ideas
Aldi's cast iron cookware range is back and better than ever
And it's available to pre-order this weekend
