Home, Garden & DIY
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More than 1,600 new homes earmarked for this area- with most on Green Belt
According to the plan, Ilkley is expected to accommodate 689 homes, while Burley-in-Wharfedale is allocated 577 dwellings.
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Seven new homes on Ripponden former scrapyard site
Seven new homes can be built on a former scrapyard site at Ripponden, planners have agreed.
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How a plant selfie in Colombian jungle led to ‘jaw dropping’ giant waterlily find
Species with leaves large enough to be seen from space is already critically endangered – and plans are afoot to protect it
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New Banksy artwork set to be unveiled as part of major exhibition
Two concrete walls with the original Banksy pieces will be installed into The Minories Gallery garden in Colchester on Friday
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County Durham mine water scheme now heats 750 homes with green energy
Hundreds of families in County Durham are benefiting from a pioneering green energy scheme that uses warm water from disused coal mines to heat their homes.
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Dyson’s new door-to-door service promises a ‘spa day’ for your vacuum, with a full inspection, deep-clean, and repairs to get it back in shape
Give your floor cleaner a second wind with a professional clean and service.
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Plans to link wind farm powering 3m homes to East Durham coast advance
Seaham residents are being urged to share their views on a route to bring electricity ashore from a major wind farm.
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Strawberry farmer hopes steam holds the key to healthy soil and a better crop
California strawberry farmers have applied steam to fields as an alternative to chemical fumigants used to kill soil-borne diseases
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Real reindeer and chocolate making coming to Teesside garden centre this Christmas
Cherry Hill Garden Centre will transform for Christmas with real reindeer, illuminated woodland walks and new family attractions.
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Former Darlington coal depot could become three-storey flats with 34 new homes
The derelict land of a former coal depot in Darlington could be transformed into 34 new flats as new plans are lodged.
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‘Fundamental questions’ remain about 3,500-home village between York and Selby
Campaigners opposing plans for a new 3,500-home community between York and Selby have questioned whether the infrastructure needed to support the development can be delivered. The Halt Heronby Action Group has outlined its criticism of the...
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Inside stunning £795k County Durham home with tennis court and seven bedrooms
A Grade II* listed country house with a tennis court, orchard gardens and a three-bedroom annexe has gone on the market in County Durham.
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Plan to transform 'eyesore' land into 26-space car park to 'relieve pressure' on town
Plans have been lodged for a 26-space car park in Yarm on “eyesore” land that has been empty for two decades.
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It took me a decade to refine my minimalist home office – here are the 8 products I recommend
Your curated guide to a simple, productive office space
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York artist's tribute to much-loved Rowntree Park to go on display
A painting by Rebecca Cox, inspired by the beauty of Rowntree Park, has found a fitting new home in its café.
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York artist's tribute to much-loved Rowntree Park to go on display
A painting by Rebecca Cox, inspired by the beauty of Rowntree Park, has found a fitting new home in its café.
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Princess found stolen engagement ring in UK auction house catalogue, court told
Princess Firyal Irshaid’s housekeeper is accused of stealing jewellery while looking after the Belgravia home in 2020
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New shop opens in busy York suburb
A new shop has opened its doors in a York suburb after a renovation project.
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11 cosy workspace essentials I’m adding to my office this fall – plus, every single one is discounted
Everything you need to stay warm, cozy, and productive this fall
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New kitchen, new me — these are the Amazon Prime Day deals I’m buying to upgrade my new home’s cooking space
I've just moved into a new home, and it's the perfect time to upgrade my kitchen.
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Demolition to make way for homes in York planned
Demolition works are planned to make way for new homes in York. Plans lodged with City of York Council would see a bungalow torn down in Strensall Road, Earswick, to make way for 14 homes. Silvercrest Estates Ltd’s application stated a mix...
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New shop opens in busy York suburb
A new shop has opened its doors in a York suburb after a renovation project.
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TV stolen from garden in York
Do you know this man? Police investigating a theft in York want to talk to him. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We would like to speak to him following the theft of a TV from a garden in the Rawcliffe Lane area of York....
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Wanted: children to rear harvest mice at home for wild release in Devon
Teenagers Eva Wishart and Emily Smith launch project to breed and release 250 of the tiny animals by September
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Hidden Bradford woodland found to be a haven for birds, bats and mammals
A pocket of natural woodland behind Yorkshire Building Society headquarters is helping support a diverse range of wildlife.
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Demolition to make way for homes in York planned
Demolition works are planned to make way for new homes in York.
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Demolition to make way for homes in York planned
Demolition works are planned to make way for new homes in York.
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Plans for 299 homes including new bungalows on edge of County Durham village
Plans for up to 299 homes on the edge of Bournmoor have been submitted to Durham County Council.
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There’s a Great Sale on the Indoor Garden That Gives Me Fresh Herbs Through the Winter
This countertop garden lets you start herbs from seed, with no proprietary pods required.
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Contractors working on Ripon Town Hall discover old rendering could have become a safety hazard
Work at Ripon’s Town Hall has revealed that the condition of the front of the building is so bad in places that rendering could have fallen onto the pavement below, putting people at risk. The restoration work has also uncovered evidence...
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Plans submitted for temporary 186-space car park as major regeneration continues
Plans have been submitted for a 186-space temporary car park to support construction and regeneration at Sheepfolds.
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County Durham garden centre confirms opening date for Christmas display
A garden centre is set to launch its Christmas department with a festive weekend of family fun and seasonal shopping.
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Pest control expert reveals £1 coin test will help keep rats out of your home
As temperatures fall, rodents search for shelter, with houses across the country offering refuge.
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I visited the Castle Howard Arboretum and met a red squirrel named David Attenborough
Yorkshire is erupting in autumn leaves, so last weekend, I visited Castle Howard Arboretum: a 120-acre botanical garden dedicated to trees.
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'Bettys To-Go' launched after first major refurbishment in 20 years at Bettys tearooms at RHS Garden Harlow gardens
Bettys Café Tea Rooms at Harrogate’s RHS Garden Harlow Carr has re-opened after a month-long refurbishment just in time to enjoy the RHS Garden in its glorious autumn colours with new improvements for customers.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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Here’s Why Staples Should Be Your Go-To for Holiday Photos and Last-Minute Gifts
Staples’s printing service offers fast pickup and in-store experts who can help you get your family photos, novelty gifts, and business documents looking exactly how you want.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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York primary school transforms outdoor play areas with housebuilder's help
Lord Deramore’s Primary School in York received help from Persimmon Yorkshire by upgrading its outdoor facilities.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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Step inside £220,000 Chester-le-Street bungalow with much more than meets the eye
Remodelled two-bedroom bungalow in Chester-le-Street’s Garden Farm offers open-plan living, solar panels, garage, parking and no onward chain for over £220,000.
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Refurbished Tees Valley offices ease 'Grade A' workspace shortage
Refurbished Grade A offices at Westminster House, Stockton, are easing Tees Valley’s premium workspace shortage as new commercial construction stalls.
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York primary school transforms outdoor play areas with housebuilder's help
Lord Deramore’s Primary School in York received help from Persimmon Yorkshire by upgrading its outdoor facilities.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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Veterans' home targeted by vandals wins unanimous backing to remain openfrom council
A 32-bed home which helps “neglected and ignored” veterans has won unanimous backing from councillors.
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Open-source tool designs LEGO builds with more than 2,000 real pieces — their programs output detailed CAD files, but no models have been built yet
Claude designed Sakura Garden, with a five-story pagoda, a koi pond, and cherry trees in 2,175 pieces.
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Step inside £800,000 County Durham vicarage with a stunning blend of old and new
Explore The Old Vicarage in Howden le Wear: a characterful five-bedroom period home with half-acre gardens, garage and OIRO £800,000.
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House plan approved despite town council's 'thin end of wedge' fears
A house can be built on land next to a rural reservoir.