2 for 1 gardens

When many other gardens have bedded down for the coldest season, Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire, is home to an unmissable winter spectacle, when its garden bursts into life as more than 500 varieties

The winners have been announced of the first ever Wildflower Photographer of the Year competition, with the chosen photos and a selection of impressive entries now on display at the Eden Project in Co

Climbing plants on ancient walls, plump peonies, a waterlily-covered pond and views over herbaceous borders to the 12th-century village church. There’s so much to enjoy at Goodnestone Park Gardens, tu

It took Sarah Biddulph a while to work up to tackling the long borders at Rodmarton Manor. Not just because of their sheer size, but also because they are the centrepiece of an Arts & Crafts garden th

There is never a better time to press the refresh button than the start of a new year. Make it a resolution for 2026 to learn a skill by enrolling on a course or workshop that could be the catalyst fo

From castles and street festivals to photo walks and portfolio reviews, the UK has hundreds of low-cost activities and resources to keep you inspired and active all year round. Tracy Calder chooses 40 of the best