Top 10 Best Hiking Hats in the UK 2020

The UK has a varied and vibrant range of birds, with both native and visiting species making the British Isles their home throughout the year. Feeding birds provides a necessary role in encouraging bird populations by providing essential nutrients that may be lacking in their environment depending on location and time of year. Placing a bird feeder in your garden, whether hung from branches or poles, is a great way to help our feathered friends.However, bird feeders may also encourage certain unwanted visitors. Greedy squirrels love to gobble up nuts, seeds, and suet fat balls before the birds can get a look in! In this article, we show you how to prevent pesky critters by sharing our top tips on how to find the best squirrel-proof bird feeder, and introduce the best bird feeders with baffles and cages, or those that spin, to buy online on eBay and Amazon.

Winter is a tough time for bird populations. Birds require more energy than in the spring and summer just to keep warm in cold temperatures. While some bird species migrate to sunnier climates, for those that remain in the UK food sources become scarce.We can support our feathered friends by providing them with high fat, nutrient dense bird foods to help them through the winter. In this article we share our tips and advice on what you should look for when choosing a suitable bird food for winter.

We're waving goodbye to winter and getting ready to strap on the sunglasses, sport the shorts and slather our skin in SPF. But, as of now, the furthest we head out to enjoy the sunshine is the back garden or yard. As we wait out this crazy virus, we're relying on our some at-home entertainment to keep us sane – and to keep the children happy!This manual will help you find the best garden game for you and your household, whether you're a group of adult flatmates or a family with toddlers and teens. We've scoured the internet, listened to the experts and used our own experience to compile our buying guide. We've also chosen our top 10 products from Amazon, eBay and John Lewis, including giant classics for the lawn, active games like swingball, and cheaper options for those on a budget. 

During lockdown, it became more important than ever to have a pleasant outdoor space to spend our time in. Now restrictions have started to ease, many of us have a newfound appreciation for spending time with our families, friends or pets in our gardens and on our terraces and balconies.If nothing else, it's been an ideal time for home improvements, and what better addition to your garden than a swing seat? There are few things more relaxing than reading or snoozing while gently swaying in the breeze! We've put together a buying guide and a list of great value buys to get you in the swing of things, including wooden benches, egg chairs, hammocks, and more. 

Who hasn't dreamed of having their very own hot tub at home? Right now, a trip to the spa might not be on the cards, so what better way to relax and unwind?From hard shell hot tubs with multiple jets, to inflatable options that won't damage your decking, we're here to help you decide which hot tub to buy for your garden or gazebo. In this article, we compare hot tubs from top brands including Lay-Z-Spa, Intex and more, to bring you the top 10 best for sale online in the UK from Amazon, eBay and Argos!

Summer is finally here and that can only mean one thing- lots of time spent outdoors. With many of us still social distancing, there's never been a better time to get yourself a sun lounger for your garden, patio or roof terrace.In this article we're here to help you discover the perfect garden furniture to truly enjoy the long, hot summer days. Read our buying guide to decide whether a wave rocker, daybed, recliner chair or a classic lounger with cushion is the right choice for you. We've even ranked the top 10 best sun loungers to buy in the UK and where to find them on Amazon, Argos and John Lewis!

If you have a garden, you'll know all about weeds - they seem to pop up everywhere, including lawns, patios, and driveways. As with most chemical-based goods, there are a lot of things you should know before you buy a weed killer and unfortunately, there's no one-size-fits-all product! In this article, we'll explain all about the various types, so you can choose the right one for your needs.Then, check out our list of the top 10 weed killers to buy online at Amazon and eBay, including those from leading brands like Weedol and Roundup. We've assessed every product on the UK market to bring you the best selection - from eco-friendly sprays to glyphosate-free liquids that are safe to use around pets or children. Getting rid of weeds has never been easier!

For many of us, there's no better way to spend time with our nearest and dearest than sharing food, drinks, and fun, but if we can do it in the sunshine, all the better. The right picnic basket will not only make packing and transporting everything a whole lot easier, but it can also keep your food cool or warm, or most importantly, intact! Whether you'd like a traditional set for a romantic trip or a family hamper for travel, this guide will help you work out which type of basket to go for. Chosen from Amazon, eBay and Argos for their great quality, features, and prices, we've also compiled the ten best options for 2, 4 and more, including wicker and insulated baskets and even backpacks. 

A cooler bag is a brilliant way to keep your food and drink fresh on the way to work, a summer picnic, or a beach barbeque. To make the shopping process easier, we've put together a buying guide and a list of our top ten favourites, rated according to practicality, capacity, and value for money.Whether you're after a small lunch bag to take to the office or a large backpack that can fit enough food for the whole family, check out our recommended products to buy at Amazon and eBay. We'll help you find the coolest cooler bag on the internet this year! 

There’s nothing pleasant about having a pile of leaves, garden clippings and food waste in a big lump in your yard or allotment. However, if you’re a keen gardener, sticking them all in a well-designed compost bin can speed up the time it takes to turn this debris into a great resource for your plants and vegetables. So, to help you find your future gardening buddy we’ve put together a buying guide to show you what to look out for in a potential purchase. We’ve also included some recommendations of our favourites on Amazon, eBay and Argos. From small kitchen counter designs to large outdoor canisters that will store hundreds of litres, we’ve got a bin for every home and every budget. 

It’s a rainy day, so you head out with your umbrella tucked under your arm. Two minutes later, it’s flipped inside out and you’re tangled up and soaking wet. Sound familiar? You need a windproof umbrella! Found in both compact and golf styles, these strong brollies will stay intact and keep you protected when faced with miserable conditions such as the sideways wind/rain combination we know too well in the UK.Small and foldable enough to slip into your bag or large enough to cover you and your companion, there are all sorts of windproof umbrellas to scour through before you invest. Our shopping guide should give you the information you need to find the most suitable, and we’ve also rounded up our top 10 best buys from John Lewis, Amazon and eBay, from brands such as Fulton and Gustbuster, so you can get to where you’re going safe and dry, rain or snow!

The UK has a varied and vibrant range of birds, with both native and visiting species making the British Isles their home throughout the year. Feeding birds provides a necessary role in encouraging bird populations by providing essential nutrients that may be lacking in their environment depending on location and time of year. Placing a bird feeder in your garden, whether hung from branches or poles, is a great way to help our feathered friends.However, bird feeders may also encourage certain unwanted visitors. Greedy squirrels love to gobble up nuts, seeds, and suet fat balls before the birds can get a look in! In this article, we show you how to prevent pesky critters by sharing our top tips on how to find the best squirrel-proof bird feeder, and introduce the best bird feeders with baffles and cages, or those that spin, to buy online on eBay and Amazon.

If there's one essential gardening tool you need, it's a watering can. Whether you're looking to hydrate your hydrangeas or saturate your seedlings, we're here to demystify misters and help you discover the best watering can for your indoor plants, hanging baskets, and outdoor beds or containers. With this straightforward buying guide, even those who've managed to desiccate a cactus will be able to tell the difference between a pour spout and a detachable rose. To make it even easier, our favourites are available for home delivery from Amazon, Argos and John Lewis!

Whether you know it as compost, potting soil or potting mix, this is one ingredient your plants simply can't live without, and choosing the right variety is essential for optimising their growth. From indoor houseplants to hydrangeas and succulents to exotic orchids, there's a potting soil type to suit any plant – the trick is knowing which goes with which! We've compared the ingredients, nutrients and drainage capacity from popular brands such as Miracle-Gro, Canna Terra and Westland. We've also measured the prices, reviews and features on Amazon and eBay and brought you our ultimate guide to choosing the best potting soil in the UK – enjoy!

Who hasn't dreamed of having their very own hot tub at home? Right now, a trip to the spa might not be on the cards, so what better way to relax and unwind?From hard shell hot tubs with multiple jets, to inflatable options that won't damage your decking, we're here to help you decide which hot tub to buy for your garden or gazebo. In this article, we compare hot tubs from top brands including Lay-Z-Spa, Intex and more, to bring you the top 10 best for sale online in the UK from Amazon, eBay and Argos!

Whether for camping in the woods, sleeping in the garden, or napping indoors on a rainy day, nothing represents the very epitome of rest and relaxation like the humble hammock. First developed over a thousand years ago in South America, then transported around the world as a space saving bed for sailors, hammocks are a simple and affordable way to bring a piece of paradise into your life.Here we’re going to introduce everything you need to know when shopping for the perfect hammock for you, to help you decide whether to go for a hammock with a stand to support it or one that is free to hang between the trees, and whether to choose one stretched out by spreader bars or free to become your personal cocoon. We’ve also compiled some of the best products from Amazon and eBay, so you are sure to find just what you’re after!