The Met Office warns of persistent cold weather in the East until late January, but dismisses the folklore linking a frosty winter to a sizzling summer. Get the latest forecast and expert analysis.
The Met Office forecasts 'very cold' conditions to grip the East until late January, with snow and icy winds. Experts debunk the myth linking frosty winters to hot summers. Read the full UK weather forecast.
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
A gardening expert warns that pruning stone fruit trees, roses, and other plants in January can cause severe diseases and long-term damage. Learn which plants to leave alone.
Plant experts reveal five easy-care house plants that naturally fight toxic mould. A cheap and effective solution for damp British homes this January.
Plant expert Igor Podyablonskiy warns UK orchid owners about three frequent care errors that stop flowering. Learn how to fix light, watering, and soil issues for stunning, lasting blooms.
The UK government has confirmed the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on region. Critics brand the long summer gap 'ludicrous'. See the full list of dates here.
The government has published the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on location. Critics slam the 'ludicrous' summer gap in England and Wales. See all the dates here.
Over 300 native plants are flowering in winter, a visible sign of UK climate change. Scientists link each 1°C rise to 2.5 extra blooming species. Read the full report.
A new analysis reveals a direct link between rising temperatures and hundreds of plants flowering in winter, a clear sign of climate disruption. Discover the data and what it means.
A New Year plant hunt reveals hundreds of species, including daisies, flowering in winter due to rising temperatures. Scientists call it a 'visible signal' of climate disruption.
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
From winter storms to summer heatwaves, explore the UK's dramatic coastal year in 2025 through stunning photography. See the powerful contrasts that defined our shores.
A pet nutritionist reveals the toxic bulbs, berries, and de-icing agents posing a risk to dogs this winter. Learn how to safeguard your garden and prevent emergency vet visits.
A pet nutritionist warns of toxic bulbs, berries, and salts threatening dogs in UK gardens this winter. Learn how to safeguard your pet and prevent emergency vet visits.
This Christmas, the festive mistletoe hanging in your home is a toxic parasite. Experts warn it can make you and your pets sick. Discover its surprising history and ecological role.
Conservationists launch urgent rescue for the critically endangered starved wood-sedge found on a Somerset footpath. The plant will be propagated and used to establish new populations. Read the full story.
Conservationists launch urgent rescue to save starved wood-sedge, one of Britain's rarest plants, after it grew on a public footpath. The Species Recovery Trust aims to save 50 species by 2050.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
Discover the rich history and symbolism of holly, a festive evergreen. Learn how to plant and care for popular varieties like English and American holly to enhance your UK garden year-round.
Gardening expert Tom Strowlger urges action to protect sensitive plants like fig and olive trees with fleece before harsh winter weather arrives. Essential advice for UK gardeners.
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
As central heating returns, learn the essential hacks to prevent your houseplants from drying out. Our guide reveals how a simple seasonal reset can save your greenery.
Discover how a common first aid item, 70% isopropyl alcohol, can eliminate insects from your garden and houseplants without harming them. A gardening expert reveals the simple trick.
Foraging expert Jane Perrone reveals the deadly dangers of Hemlock Water Dropwort, a toxic plant commonly mistaken for edible greens in British waterways.
Discover how these seven powerful house plants can naturally clean your home's air, prevent dangerous mould growth, and significantly improve your wellbeing.
Discover how food writer Alice Zaslavsky transforms classic Italian stracciatella into a vibrant strawberry salad with zesty orange dressing - the ultimate summer showstopper.
Gardening experts reveal why your indoor plants might be dying and share the simple watering technique that could save them. Discover the secret to thriving houseplants.