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Inspiration and Ideas
15 August 2022
10 Garden Design Ideas You'll Love
We’ve gathered our favourite creative garden design ideas to inspire you this summer. With more and more of us investing time and energy on creating outdoor sanctuaries and entertainment spaces to enjoy with family and friends, it’s clear that our gardens hold a special place in the nations’ hearts. That’s why we’ve gathered our favourite creative […]
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5 August 2022
How Natural Paving Stones Can Transform Your Garden
Whether you’re looking for a quick fix or want to completely remodel your outdoor space, natural paving stones could be just the ticket! After enduring multiple lockdowns over the past few years, it has become more important than ever for us to spend time in nature and as a result, many of us have turned […]
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4 August 2022
Cheshire Garden: An Exploration in Porcelain Tiles
Our customer and talented garden designer Clare McEnery from Parmé Garden Design has kindly shared one of her recent projects with us - An exploration in Porcelain Tiles using our Cheltenham Sand Porcelain Paving. The more contemporary patio was used to complement a traditional Cheshire brick home. Creating a beautiful outdoor living space that's perfect […]
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31 July 2022
August Garden Jobs
August is the time of year when we can really take a step back and enjoy the fruits of our labour with colourful flowers and crops to pick in abundance. While major jobs are not needed during this month there are still plenty of little jobs to do around the garden. Ensuring it stays in […]
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13 July 2022
How to Create a Sensory Garden
A sensory garden is quite a simple concept at heart. It is essentially a space that features different textures, colours, shapes, scents and heights. These are used to help stimulate all of our senses and bring us to the present moment. There is evidence to suggest that this kind of outdoor space reduces our anxiety […]
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2 July 2022
July Gardening Jobs
We are halfway through the Summer months and with plenty of floral displays on offer, it is a joyous time to be in the Garden. Our July Gardening Jobs include some key jobs to do and a fun project for the whole family to try while soaking up the sun. July is all about pottering! Deadheading flowers, […]
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30 June 2022
Terracotta Tiles Transform Wasteland Garden
Rhys Blaken from Rhys Blaken Building has kindly shared a recent project using our National Trust Chedworth Terracota Tiles and Honey Cathedral Cobbles to transform a wasteland garden area into a warm and tidy patio space for his customer Lucy. Lucy contacted me through a recommendation from her parents regarding an unused ("wasteland") area at […]
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28 June 2022
Garden Design Inspiration @ Bridgemere Show Gardens
The Bridgemere Show Gardens have recently been restored to their former glory and we were lucky enough to attend the open day! If you are making a trip to Bridgemere Garden Centre or would like some garden design inspiration from The RHS shows, these show gardens are a must-visit in any season! The show gardens […]
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17 May 2022
Beautiful Paving Design at The Laundry Retreat
Jenny and Tom from the Laundry Retreat are avid gardeners and have been developing their gardens since 2009. Inheriting approximately 3 acres of tired and overgrown gardens, they started from scratch to create an idyllic space full of charm and beauty. They have been loyal customers and have kindly shared their beautiful paving design at […]
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10 May 2022
May Gardening Tips
Our May Gardening Tips are sure to give you inspiration & helpful advice on getting the garden prepped in time for those all important summer BBQ's.
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3 April 2022
April Gardening Tips
Read our April Gardening Tips for new ideas, garden projects to consider and planting options for fruit and vegetables, accessible for all the family.
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22 March 2022
How To Create A Kitchen Garden
Kitchen Gardens are ever popular – growing your own food can cut food bills, provide healthier, fresher food and increase mental & physical wellbeing.
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15 March 2022
Guide to Paving and Flooring Finishes & Edges
We know choosing the right paving can be confusing, with all the possible treatments, finishes & edges available, it can be hard to know which to choose. This quick guide helps to explain the various product finishes available. Finishes & Edges Sawn Edge Sawn edge or Straight edge paving is created by using a machine […]
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9 March 2022
March Gardening Jobs
Hello spring! The snowdrops and daffodils are out in force signalling the beginning of new life in our gardens and some longer, brighter days. March is the perfect time to start prepping the garden and greenhouse. Our March gardening jobs will get you on the right track ready for the months ahead with tips and […]
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1 March 2022
Paving & Flooring for Listed and Period Properties
The floor of any building plays an important role in providing the background to its character, contributing to the overall appearance and complementing the building’s architecture. Especially when listed or period properties are concerned. Grade 1 & 2 listed buildings are required by law to retain, re-use and repair any existing floors that are original […]
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8 February 2022
How To Choose The Right Paving For Your Patio
With the plethora of paving styles to choose from and with different materials, colours, and textures, how do you choose and get your patio right first time?
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5 November 2021
Using Water and Lighting in Garden Designs
Toby Pritchard is a Garden Designer at cutting edge company Creative Roots. We speak to Toby about his career to date & aspirations for the future.
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2 November 2021
Winter Gardening Jobs
Now that we are heading into the winter months, it’s time to make sure the garden is ready to withstand the cold . What better way to spend your time than outside in the fresh air - tending to your garden? Though winter is a time for rest there is still plenty that can be […]
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17 October 2021
Top 10 Stone Floors 2022
Read the Top 10 Stone Floors 2019 for the most popular and best selling tiles & flagstones used for stone flooring in the UK.
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12 October 2021
How to Maintain Your Patio During Autumn & Winter
It might be tempting to fully retreat indoors into the warmth during the autumn and winter months. But if you neglect your natural stone or porcelain patio paving, it could accumulate stains and damage. Regular maintenance will prevent this and ensures your garden remains an inviting place throughout the year. Here's a brief guide to how to […]
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