Alex D'arcy-Orga

Stories by Alex D'arcy-Orga

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HOW TO GET YOUR GARDEN BBQ READY

With the mini-heatwave hitting us this week, it’s time to dust off those barbecues and get our gardens ready for some serious outdoor entertaining! We’re talking sunshine, sizzling sausages, and a garden that’s looking its absolute best.

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KEEP IT GREEN! ECO-FRIENDLY IDEAS AND EVENTS

Love where you live? Want to live a leaner, cleaner, and greener lifestyle? We’ve sourced some of the best eco-friendly, Mother-Earth-loving events for you to discover this May. Yay for sustainability.

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10 ESSENTIAL SPRING CLEANING JOBS TO DO RIGHT NOW

Spring is in the air, and now is the perfect time to give your home a proper spring clean. But where do you even start with this annual task – this is the essential to-do list for every homeowner.

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HISTORIC GERTRUDE JEKYLL GARDEN PLANS DONATED TO SURREY HISTORY CENTRE

Recently unearthed plans of a Surrey garden, designed by the renowned Gertrude Jekyll, have been donated to the Surrey History Centre.  

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YES FAM! BEST DAYS OUT WITH THE FAMILY

Fun with the family? Looking for some of the best days out this month? Whether you’re looking for days out together,  or need something to do over the May half term, we’ve sourced amazing experiences and events so that you don’t have to! Covering South West London, The Surrey Hills and The South Downs. 

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THE BEST PLANTS FOR GROWING IN POTS IN YOUR GARDEN

Plentiful pot plants! Pots and containers are a great way for gardeners to experiment with planting and garden design and will offer great versatility. From temporary bedding displays to permanent features, potted plants will add depth and dimension to a garden and brighten up any dull corners.

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HOW TO KEEP FLYING INSECTS OUT OF YOUR HOME

No one likes having flying insects in their home, but when the warm weather arrives, so do the bugs. While you can’t get rid of them altogether, you can limit their access to your house and put things in place to repel them.

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WELL-GOOD WELLBEING – A GUIDE TO SELF CARE

Are you seeking a state well-good wellbeing? Love yourself and discover some of the best self-care events taking place across the scenic Surrey Hills and South Downs this May.

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CLEANER, GREENER BUSES FOR SURREY

Following a successful bid for funding to the Department for Transport, Surrey County Council has been awarded an additional £1.7m for 12 new zero-emission buses. This follows a previous allocation in 2024, taking Surrey’s total provision to over £5 million and 31 new buses in total.