lifestyle
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Does washing clothes at 30ºC actually help climate change?
Washing clothes at 30ºC is often portrayed as an eco-friendly choice. But how much of a difference does doing laundry at lower temps actually make?
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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The best places to live in the UK for single parents
Raising a child on your own? Here are the most affordable and welcoming places to do so in the UK...
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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Best places to live in the UK if you're single
Whether you're happy on your own or looking for love, these are the best places to live in the UK if you're single
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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Are essential oils safe? Expert advice on the most asked questions
Are essential oils safe? Here's what experts think
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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These are the safest states in America – perfect if you're looking for safety and tranquility
These are the safest US states to live in, according to a new study
By Anna Cottrell Published
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These family-friendly suburbs are where everyone is moving to post pandemic
If you're planning a family move, check out these suburbs perfect for families
By Anna Cottrell Published
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A new report has revealed the happiest city in the US
This is one you'll want to add to your Zillow browsing list
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Hate cooking in a heatwave? Beat the heat with these meal ideas
Avoid making your home even hotter than it needs to be with our top tips for cooking in a heatwave. We will ensure you stay well fed, without breaking a sweat
By Lindsey Davis Published
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Feng Shui: 10 tips for making every room in your home a happier space
Feng Shui is back in fashion, thanks to Meghan Markle's rumoured use of it in Frogmore Cottage. Use these tips to give your home good vibes
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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Best places to book a holiday: plan your post-lockdown escape
From weekend escapes to luxury breaks, we reveal the best places to book a holiday – Airbnb, Secret Escapes and more
By Emily Shaw Last updated
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Best garden plants for health
The best garden plants for health will help you sleep better, alleviate stress, and even help cure a common cold. Here's our pick of the most potent plants and herbs you can grow yourself
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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The quirkiest getaways listed on Sykes Cottages right now
Fancy spending a weekend on a London bus in Devon?
By Hebe Hatton Published
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7 ways to beat the January blues
If you're looking for ways to beat the January blues you just might have come to the right place
By Niamh Quinn Published
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National Trust 125th anniversary: a look back at its history
The National Trust has made a huge contribution to preserving the UK’s built and natural heritage. Find out more as it celebrates its anniversary in 2020
By Katie Jarvis Published
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Swedish Death Cleaning is good for mental health and well-being – here's why you should tackle it this weekend
Swedish Death Cleaning isn't just about extreme decluttering – it's good for your mental health, too. Perfect if you're blue about being stuck indoors because of the foul weather
By Lucy Searle Published
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Could your fireworks display be breaking the law? Here's what you need to know
Looking forward to a Bonfire Night display, or planning fireworks as a birthday surprise? These are the fireworks laws you need to know about
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Half term holidays: 10 Airbnb stays for the perfect break
Looking for half term holiday ideas? Well just keep on reading...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Downton Abbey just listed on Airbnb! Find out how you can stay at Highclere Castle...
Fancy a night living like Lord and Lady Grantham?
By Hebe Hatton Published
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A decent commute makes us happier than having sex – but can you afford these fares?
Recent figures show that many popular commuter routes and rents combined are fast becoming too expensive for us to afford
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Airbnbs in Amsterdam: 5 gorgeous (and slightly unusual) places to stay
Check out these Airbnbs in Amsterdam and get inspired to plan your next trip...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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If we were paid for all the cleaning we do around the house, we'd earn over £1,000 a year
We clean on average 3 hours per week, which would earn us plenty of extra £££s, if only we were paid to do it
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Cohabiting couples are the fastest growing family type, and couples wait just 19 months on average to move in
There are more unmarried couples living together than ever before, but the time it takes them to cohabit varies regionally
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Garden centre preferred to shopping online – discover the best garden centres in the UK
Visit your nearest garden centre or nursery this weekend to discover a wealth of plant inspiration, homeware, good food and more. We've rounded up the very best
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Moving too often is bad for our mental health
Millennials moving home frequently regret their decision, a survey reveals
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Affordable rents without giving up on the urban lifestyle? Mid-sized cities are the future
Why mid-sized cities are offering lower rents and better life opportunities to millennials
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Forget buying to let – renting out a beach hut is where the money is
Renting out a beach hut in this Dorset location will give you more rental income than a Kensington flat
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Neighbours from hell: the common bad behaviours that will drive you crazy
The eight mortal sins inconsiderate neighbours commit on a daily basis
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Going on your summer holiday? Make sure your home is burglar proof
These common mistakes can cost you coming back to a burgled home, so avoid them when going on your hols
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Noisy neighbour hell: these cities have the highest rates of complaints about noise
Live in one of these cities? Then you've probably experienced noisy neighbours first hand...
By Anna Cottrell Published