Great Britain is home to numerous national parks and scenic destinations. Many are protected areas that showcase some of the most beautiful landscapes and natural wonders in the world, including rugged mountain ranges, towering cliffs, crater lakes, primeval forests and deep canyons. Main Mountain Ranges of the UK The United Kingdom has two distinct groups of mountains: the Highlands and the Southern Uplands. The former is home to the highest summit in Great Britain, Ben Nevis, while the latter includes all of England’s and Scotland’s major ranges as well as large clusters of hills. Southern U ..read more

There are many areas in the UK that are rural in nature, and that may not be connected to the mains gas grid. These properties need an alternative to gas to heat their homes. Electric central heating systems can be extremely expensive, so the answer is usually oil or LPG – delivered regularly and kept in a tank. There is another alternative, and it’s one that is also attractive to those of us who want to do our bit to help the environment. Below, we will be talking about air source heat pumps, how they work, and why you might want to use them in your home. What Are Air Source Heat Pumps? An ai ..read more

You don’t have to travel to London to find fun, educational or entertaining things to do. And you don’t have to wait until summer for events to add to your calendar. Here are a few things to do in Wiltshire this spring. We’ll include family-friendly activities so that singles and families alike can find something that fits their schedule, budget and interests. Salisbury Cathedral Salisbury Cathedral is one of the largest and oldest cathedrals in the UK. You may have toured it in the past, but there is a new reason to come back. Over the next few weeks, you can attend light shows in Wiltshire s ..read more

If you are planning out your garden and want something to break up all the greens and colourful flowers to add a different kind of texture, dimension and feel to the space, have you given much thought to decorative aggregates? Decorative aggregates such as garden stones such as gravel and pebbles are an excellent way to bring your garden to life even more. If you’ve never given it much thought and need a little convincing, check out the following benefits you can avail yourself from using pebbles in your garden. Sustainable and Low Maintenance One of the big attractions for many landscapers an ..read more

Camping is all about getting away from the hustle and bustle, the noise and pollution of modern living. It’s all about getting back in touch with nature and the way our ancestors used to live, when there wasn’t the internet or mobile phones, social media or 1000s of cable television channels taking over our lives. For many people, it’s enough to just get a tent and some simple supplies and head out into the countryside. For others, you may prefer a more luxurious and at the very least, comfortable setup. One investment that might be wise to make for your next trip is either a portable power s ..read more