Thinking about what to do in the year ahead? Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre has a brilliant line-up of events waiting to take to the stage. Expect drama, expect romance, expect comedy, expect the unexpected…
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Looking for food and drink events in Surrey this January? Fortunately for you, there are some pretty tasty dates occurring in the not too distant future. Tuck in.
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Are you planning to refresh the interior of your home next year? Then you might be interested in the paint colours that are set to be big in 2026.
Log burner vs gas fire – what’s hot and what’s not? Nothing quite creates the same beautiful ambience as a live burning fire. But just how efficient is a live fire when compared to a gas fire? It is important to consider which type of fire is best for your home. If you are planning on getting a new fire in your home, there are some factors that you should take into account.
As the year comes to a close, most of us are starting to think about the festive season, family gatherings, and maybe a bit of downtime before January comes around. But before you settle in for winter, there’s one more thing worth putting on your list – maintaining your home.
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Want to find out how to freeze-proof your home? The very first frost always seems to just sneak up on us, and while we’re rushing to find our thick coats and hats, our homes face a serious threat: freezing temperatures. These drastic temperature drops can lead to significant heat loss and, worse, catastrophic plumbing failures like burst pipes.
When it’s a little chilly, homeowners are constantly looking for ways to make their homes feel warmer. The living room, the place where we spend the most time relaxing and entertaining, is an important space to keep warm. Luckily, there are some great, simple tricks to make your living room feel warmer.
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Are you lighting your fireplaces to keep your homes cosy during the cold weather? It’s important to ensure that your chimney is clean and maintained before lighting your fire for the first time – let’s find out what you need to know about chimney sweeping.
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“Smoking Bishop!?” I hear you say. No, it’s not the latest reform from the Church of England but instead a drink popularised by Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ and first mentioned in English literature via Jonathan Swift’s verse ‘Oranges’ from the late 1600s.
If you haven’t done it already, now is the time when we prepare our homes and gardens for colder, wetter and windier days. An essential part of that maintenance is the use of proper power tools. These essential tools for DIY jobs allow us to build, repair and maintain, keeping our properties in good condition throughout autumn, winter and beyond.
