THEY CAN GIVE YOU AN EXTRA SPACE FOR WORK, REST, OR PLAY, BUT WHAT’S INVOLVED AND ARE THEY WORTH IT? OUR GUIDE EXPLAINS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

How about an extra room without the cost of an extension? From a simple self-build to something with all the amenities – we explore the options

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Soundtracking your commute with a bit of Engelbert Humperdinck is all very well, but music is best enjoyed at home – in peace, in comfort, and with a cuppa in your hand. So we’ve hand-picked the best hi-fi gear to give you the ultimate listening experience…

Yes, we know that very few people can afford systems such as this one, but who doesn’t like to dream about the system they would build if that lottery ticket came in? And who knows, perhaps you can ge