The summer holidays are fast becoming a distant memory, there’s a nip in the air and the nights are starting to draw in. Christmas will be upon us before you know it and although it is only October, people are already clamouring to get their tickets for Manchester’s biggest Indoor Christmas attraction which has announced […]
When it starts to get colder, you might think it’s time to start saying farewell to your garden. If you’re a keen gardener, you won’t be able to get out as much in the cold. That doesn’t mean you won’t be able to do any gardening at all, though. In fact, it’s a good idea […]
Those that live in an older house can sometimes marvel at the warmth of modern houses. The double glazing and extra insulation they come with can certainly make a difference on a cold winter’s day. The standards for building houses have changed radically over the last two centuries. These days, energy efficiency is a top […]
The school runs and playgroup runs are synonymous with rain much of the time. This last few weeks it’s been more snow. I swear that the moment I put my coat and boots on and start piling children and bags into the car it immediately chucks it down. Of course, it’s the same the other […]
The beach is a great place in the summer months but it can be lots of fun in the winter too. Look at this happy little face, all togged up and ready to play. I’ve been taking the little boys to the beach a lot lately when the big kids are at school. They love […]
Having a garden gives you an outdoor space you can have fun with. You might watch the children play in it, throw a ball for the dog or just sit out and enjoy the fresh air, but many people feel that their garden goes unappreciated in the winter. It can feel much too cold to […]
Although we seemed to have a really mild December last year, the temperature has dropped quite a lot since the start of the year. Although, the festive spirit of December may have meant a more positive outlook for people, especially with time off work, with family time and time for playing at websites like this one. […]
Gardens are usually only used in the spring or the summer time because of the weather. What with the weather we are having now, it is impossible to enjoy a garden in the winter right? You may think that gardens are out of bounds when the weather turns, but that is not necessarily true. It […]