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There’s a lot to see at Milestone Garden Centre where quality plants and care for the planet take centre stage. Submitted picture

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Stamp a personal mark on home accessories and save money on canvas prints, customised cushions, blankets, rugs and more

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The upgrades, which celebrate the site’s history and natural surroundings, are part of a £8 million investment in Springwood Estate Holiday Park which will take place over the coming years.

First stage of revamp at Borders holiday park is completed

BBQ Kettle Grill

Dad’s the word! Eight of the best Father’s day presents for every budget

Preparing for a summer holiday abroad can be exhausting (photo: Adobe)

How to prepare leaving your home and car for a holiday abroad

How the new homes would look.

Woollen mill to homes bid for Peebles

The updated plans for Cavers Castle.

Ruined castle restoration bid set for the green light

The proposed development

New 100-plus homes ‘neighbourhood’ set for the green light

Best battery-run grass trimmers UK 2023

Best battery-run grass trimmers

Schloss Roxburghe exterior Pic: Christian Laukemper

Travel: Schloss Roxburghe, Kelso, review

​The architect says the previous refusal was poorly considered.

Coldstream housing appeal bid is launched
An appeal has been launched over a housing development which planners say would “erode the integrity” of a Berwickshire town’s boundary.

The bedroom chair is expected to become a star in its own right this summer (photo: Swoon)

Predictions for this summer's top bedroom trends

Borthwick Hall in Heriot.

Country house conversion into a ‘spiritual retreat’

Many Brits would like to be better friends with their neighbours, research found (photo: Adobe)

Tips for positive neighbourly chat

Private Scottish island is up for sale for £150,000

There's been massive interest in Eildon Housing's new development on the outskirts of Galashiels.

Massive demand for new Galashiels housing estate

Eildon's latest affordable housing development near Coopersknowe.

New Galashiels homes fit for a McQueen

Best battery powered chainsaws UK 2023

Best battery powered chainsaws - cordless models tested and reviewed

Scottish Borders Council wants to demolish Lowood House to make way for more housing.

Stately home could be flattened to make way for new homes

Energy prices continue to pile pressure on household budgets (photo: Adobe)

'Spend to save' on heating your home now and in the long run

The former Teviot Smokery and Water Gardens could be returned to residential use.

Former visitor attraction set to become a home sweet home

The taste of Kai and Sanam from Love Island - a cosy sofa bed

How to style your abode inspired by your favourite Love Islanders

Taking a step back from the lawn can have many benefits (photo: Adobe)

Five ways to love your lawn this year

The property is on 10 Lyndhurst Road, London, NW3 5PX

Mouldy two-bed house in London being sold for £785k at auction

How will you divide your outside space up into zones? (photo: Adobe)

​Importance of outside space for mental health

Hedge trimmers are at their lowest price for the past 12 months according to new research (photo: Adobe)

Cut garden costs up to £100 by buying essentials now for spring

March Street in Peebles.

Second chance to shape major housing development in Peebles

Plants can boost your mood (photo: Adobe)

Are you feeling down? Boost your mood with these easy to care for houseplants
During the pandemic, most of us became obsessed with houseplants, yet we still looked for simplicity when it came to maintenance, with searches for ‘how not to kill your houseplant’ increasing by 200 per cent during this period.

Saughtree Station, complete with train and track, is on the market for £500,000.

Railway station with train, platform and track on sale for £500,000

Create a cosy nook with cushions and pillows (photo: Express Bi-Folding Doors)

Tips to get your bay windows spring-ready

Simple measures can help to protect your garden from pet damage (photo: Adobe)

Tips to pet-proof your garden

Getting the most out of your freezer (photo: Adobe)

Nine ways to get the most out of your freezer

Best garden sprinklers: sprinkler systems to water your lawns

Best garden sprinklers: sprinkler systems to water your lawns

Grooming your dog can bring you closer to your pet (photo: Adobe)

They call it puppy (other pets are available!) love

Mickey Doodles Onyx Rug

Brighten up your living space with Disney Home design

Soft textures can help to make a space cosy (photo: @adamchamberspandd)

Five simple ways to refresh your home's interior

Plant now for great colour in spring

These are the top six flowers to plant now for Spring

A hot milky nightcap can help to warm you up before bedtime (photo: Adobe)

Save money on heating and keep warm in bed with 6 easy hacks

Peggy, the winner of the Ugly Dog contest

Ugly dog contest: winner revealed

Murmur Joy Votive Scented Candle, three Pack Set

Get in bed with murmur for the perfect Valentine’s Day

Protecting plants from the cold is vital in winter (photo: Adobe)

Protecting plants from bad weather in cold snap

Best food processors: compact, large, and budget models

Best food processors: compact, large, and budget models

Gardening Express say vertical gardening is one of 2023's gardening trends

Green fingered experts reveal the top ten garden trends for 2023

Sixty-three per cent of UK gardeners play music to their plants, research found (photo: Adobe)

​Could music spark a growth spurt in your plants?

Winter gardening is in your own hands

Time to experiment with greenhouses and sunny windowsills
Gardening Experts have put together top tips for those wanting to progress with planting plans.

Best duvets for winter and how to chose from down, synthetic or wool

Best duvets for winter and how to chose from down, synthetic or wool

Make sure your pet maintains a healthy weight (photo: Adobe)

PDSA shares how to know if your pet is the correct weight

The site at Peebles' March Street Mill.

Proposal for major new housing development in Peebles on the agenda

Upnover Cottage, Gosforth, Lake District

Delightful and colourful cottages for a getaway

Interior design experts have explained what the latest trends are for 2023

6 interior design trends to we’ll be seeing more of  in 2023

Shovelling snow for 30 minutes burns 200 calories, researchers found (photo: Adobe)

How to get fit without leaving your home and garden

Best circular saws: cordless models for DIY, from Vonhaus, Bosch

Best circular saws: corded and cordless models for DIY

The former Howdenburn Primary School.

Plans for 76 new homes at ex-school site in Jedburgh

A traditional roast dinner contains things not always good for your pet pooch

Feeding your dog Christmas dinner leftovers can leave them feeling ill

Lots of accents can help you create the -perfect Parisienne kitchen (photo: Wren)

Sophistication with Parisienne design for your next fitted kitchen