Homes & Gardens

Plymouth Community Homes (PCH) will be delivering its first homes in Exeter after securing 48 homes at Vistry’s Matford Brook development near Alphington.

PCH is the largest social housing landlord in Plymouth, managing 16,000 homes in the city, as well as across the surrounding drive to work area including Salcombe, Bodmin and Liskeard.

The 48 new homes, consisting of two-, three- and four- bedrooms are being purchased across a number of developments within Vistry’s wider Matford Brook site, to the South West of Exeter, which they are currently building and extending to...

On the hunt for a stairlift? Finding the right stairlift company is one of the most important steps to ensuring all residents feel safe and comfortable at home. With so many providers operating across the UK, it can be challenging to know which ones offer the best products, services, and value for money.

This guide highlights some of the UK stairlift companies with the highest customer ratings in 2025, including Acorn Mobility, Halton Stairlifts, Age UK Stairlifts, Handicare, and Stannah Lifts. Each company has built a strong reputation for quality, service, and trustworthiness,...

You only have a few months before the end of 2025, so why not spend the rest of the year creating the house of your dreams? If you are a cosy soul, you will know the importance of creating a warm and comfortable space that can act as food for the soul as the winter months approach. If you are struggling to make your home the haven that you have always wanted it to be, here are some of the steps that you should take before the year is out.

You might already have cushions, throws, and blankets under control, but what about your walls? Often, your bare walls...

Steam rising from a hot shower. The soft tap of flooring beneath bare feet. You want more than a functional washroom. You want a space that reflects a sense of renewal. Maybe you are planning a full renovation. Or you are looking for finishes that make cleaning easier. Or perhaps you simply need a fresh layout that works better for your routine. Exploring the different popular bathroom styles in the UK and Ireland is the first step to shaping a space that matches how you want to live.

Across Ireland and the UK, bathroom design is not only about fixtures. It is about creating a...