Bank Holiday weekend
The weekend began early with one of the most famous gardeners in the world visiting Bridport: Prince Charles. He came to the recently renovated Literary & Scientific
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Here comes the royal wedding
The weather looks good, the rehearsals are over and the cake is made. Like any other wedding there have been hiccups along the way but when
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Compost. A guide (and special offer)
What’s compost all about? Garden compost is made from breaking down organic matter like food waste. Then there’s the compost you buy in bags which is a mix
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Your summer getaway
Here comes the sun… What better way to enjoy warmer days in your garden than relaxing in a light and airy summerhouse? It’s the perfect place to
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Happy ruby wedding anniversary Mr & Mrs Bright
We celebrated a very special occasion recently: John and Bridget Bright’s 40th wedding anniversary. After four years together, my mum and dad married on April 8 1978
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Garden variety
At last, it’s April and longer warmer days lay ahead. Now is the time to get out in the garden and give the ground the TLC
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Happy Easter!
Easter is a time of celebration. Sunday 1 April marks Easter day when Christians believe Jesus rose from the dead. It’s also an occasion when eating chocolate, going
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Easter opening times
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Make your mum’s day
She’s always been there. She’s the one who got you up for school, got you to where you needed to be and well, just got you.
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The beast from the east in West Dorset
We rarely see snow in this neck of the woods. And a red alert? Isn’t that when you get too much sun? This week has seen
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Look on the Bright side
It’s turning out to be the kind of month when you probably don’t want to look out of the window and see yet more rain/mist/SNOW! But when the sun
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Love is in the air
From kissing gates to love seats, we have the perfect gift to set your valentine’s heart racing. And while you’re deciding, here’s the lowdown on the
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