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

Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

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A look at the latest gear from the equine world

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