As more farmers consider generating electricity from the sun, Michael Barker explores how this can be achieved with the needs of the environment and food production in mind

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble and Joseph Mullane

Across the UK, but particularly in the south-east of England, giant and featureless buildings are springing up. Despite their size, they’re designed to be unobtrusive, and you won’t spot any signage t

Topping up the batteries with solar power has never been easier, says Ali Wood, but how do you decide which type to buy?

Dray House, Dyrham, near Bath, Gloucestershire. A detached family home next to the historic grounds of Dyrham Park. It has a terrace with pizza oven, an electric-car charging point, and a wooded area

Establishing crops and hedgerow management are key jobs this month for Joe Stanley