Happy summer solstice! Today, the 21st June, is the longest day here in the northern hemisphere, and has been a time of celebration since the Neolithic era. You may already have seen snaps of the crowds welcoming the solstice at Stonehenge today but don’t worry! The festivities are far from over and there is still time to celebrate Midsummer.
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The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) runs its Big Garden Birdwatch survey every year. The survey takes place on the last weekend of January and uses the power of citizen scientists, meaning members of the general public that contribute to scientific research, to build an accurate picture of the welfare of birds across the UK.
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The hustle and bustle of Christmas, while merry and bright, can feel a bit overwhelming. Sometimes December seems to go by in a flash of shopping, travelling, wrapping and cooking. Making time to relax, either by yourself or with friends and family, is a good way to keep from getting snowed under. At Billy, we love crafting, so we’ve picked our top three crafts for Christmas to help you connect with the festive season and chill.
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The end of October means just one thing: Halloween! I love celebrating this spooky autumn holiday. However it was only recently that I actually took the time to learn more about the history of Halloween.
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We’re now well into the time of year when the shops are filled to the brim with decorations. And, let’s face it, most of the autumn and Halloween decorations are gone and replaced by Christmas just when you start thinking about them! We’re also very aware that everyone is going to be feeling the pinch this winter. And with that in mind we’ve put together tutorials for three budget friendly autumn crafts. Get ready to upgrade your autumn home décor!
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It’s easy to get caught up in the fun of the here and now when thinking of autumn activities. However, if you want to plant a garden that is a sanctuary for bees, butterflies and other pollinators come spring, now is the perfect time to do it. I have always wanted to have an area of my garden dedicated to a wildflower meadow… Although “meadow” would be a very generous term for the space I have! I’m making plans and taking steps now to create an environment that will be filled with beauty and biodiversity by next year.
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