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

Keep your GARDEN GROOVE going so you’re still frolicking with your plot right through the frosts!

Who needs a perfect rectangle when smart design, garden lights, and a firepit can turn even the quirkiest garden into the ULTIMATE HANG - OUT ?

It’s your turn to make the neighbours jealous with inspiration from the GENIUS IDEAS in our reader garden glow-ups!

Garden writer Geoff Hodge explores the best cold frames for compact gardens – an ideal way to extend your growing season and a must-have companion for any greenhouse

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