In his final column for the season, Joe Swift looks back at a memorable year — and work for the months ahead

One of the many highlights for visitors to Cliveden in Buckinghamshire has always been the 80 acres of gardens, which encompass a geometric parterre, a maze, a water garden and the famous Long Garden

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events.

REAL readers' gardens! Putting the garden to bed ...

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE THIS MONTH WITH OUR GUIDE TO THE CHANGING SEASONS

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