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  • Dobbies to Close Three More Garden Centres Amid Ongoing Restructuring

    Dobbies to Close Three More Garden Centres Amid Ongoing Restructuring

    Dobbies has confirmed the closure of three more garden centres as part of its ongoing restructuring, with the sites set to transition to new tenants. British Garden Centres has already announced it will take over the lease of Dobbies Northampton, which will cease trading under the Dobbies brand on 2nd March. Additionally, Leicester – Rowena Read more

  • Ryobi Lawn Mower Recall: Is Your Model Affected? Here’s What to Do

    Ryobi is a trusted name in the power tool and garden machinery industry, known for its extensive lineup of products ranging from drills and grinders to chainsaws and lawnmowers. Combining affordability with reliability, Ryobi tools have become a staple for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts. However, no brand is immune to occasional defects, and in February Read more

  • Hunting for Britain’s Lost Daffodils: A Blooming Treasure Hunt

    Hunting for Britain’s Lost Daffodils: A Blooming Treasure Hunt

    by Garden-Review Daffodils, with their cheery golden faces, are a quintessential symbol of spring, gracing gardens, parks, and countryside verges across the UK. However, among the familiar trumpet-shaped blooms, a handful of rare and historic varieties may be quietly slipping into obscurity and extinction. The RHS with plant conservationists and gardening experts are on a Read more

  • James Barnes Returns to Dobbies Garden Centres as Advisor

    Dobbies Garden Centres has announced the appointment of former chairman and chief executive James Barnes as an advisor to the business. Barnes, a member of Dobbies’ founding family, took over the business from his father and led it through a period of significant expansion. Under his leadership, Dobbies was listed on AIM and grew to Read more

  • World’s Oldest Lawn Mower Discovered in Sussex

    World’s Oldest Lawn Mower Discovered in Sussex

    In a remarkable discovery for garden enthusiasts and historians alike, the world’s oldest surviving lawnmower has been unearthed in Sussex. This significant find offers a unique glimpse into the evolution of garden maintenance tools. The lawnmower, believed to date back to the early 19th century, was found in a state of remarkable preservation. Its design Read more

  • UK Tool Theft on the Rise

    UK Tool Theft on the Rise

    Tool theft in the UK has escalated into a significant concern for tradespeople, with recent statistics highlighting the severity of the issue. In 2023, there were 44,514 reported tool thefts, marking a 5% increase from the previous year. This shocking statistic equates to a tool being stolen every 12 minutes, amounting to an estimated £98 Read more

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