Home and Family News & Updates
- 26th March 2012
Considering the notoriety of the British weather (emphasis on rain) it's frustrating that yet again we find ourselves victims of another hosepipe ban before spring has barely sprung. So what can we do to preserve the precious wet stuff?
In what is generally regarded as a 'buyers' market, we and others have offered plenty of tips to aid a swift and successful sale. But it's not all plain sailing for purchasers, especially those taking that first tentative step towards home ownership.
Next weekend sees the staging of the Sainsbury's Sport Relief Mile in hundreds of towns the length and breadth of the country. Croydon has no less than three such Miles in the local area so get those trainers on and do your bit for charity!
In a housing market still depressed despite a marginal Spring bounce and the Stamp Duty 'holiday' incentive due to end this month, how can you maximise your property's potential without forking out large sums or accepting a disappointingly low offer?
From the 2nd to the 5th June 2012 the whole country will be celebrating our Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Nobody does a street party quite like the Brits in patriotic mood - make sure your street party is a resounding success with thebest of Croydon top tips.
You know that spring is creeping up on us, which means summer (such as it may be) won't be far behind. Time to come out of hibernation - let's make it as painless as possible, but can you actually boost your energy and drop weight without really noticing?
As Mother's Day approaches, why not look around for something a bit different to show her how special she is. The traditional route is fine, but maybe you could also give her something she can go on appreciating long after March has ended
Shrove Tuesday has its origins in deeply religious roots and this significance will always be uppermost to Christians - but everyone can partake of the culinary side of the festival...and there's more to pancakes than just lemon juice!
‘Be my Valentine my love, as I will be for you, and we will love the whole day long, and share our whole lives through’ - well you should do if you get the present right! Take a look beyond red roses and see what else Croydon has to fan the flames of love
So after being lulled into a false sense of security by one of the mildest Januarys on record, we now find ourselves shivering in sub zero temperatures. With a bit of preparation we can protect ourselves from potential pipework predicaments!