The cost of living has seen many UK households struggle to pay their bills, particularly since the energy price cap increased earlier this month, putting even more strain on Brits. However, energy experts at Utility Bidder have carried out research to reveal the UK regions with the highest annual gas bills. Researchers looked at those […]
Mum creates cottagecore lifestyle in 400-year-old home on ‘tight budget’
Mum creates cottagecore lifestyle in 400-year-old home on ‘tight budget’ (Image: PA) A mother-of-two has become an internet sensation by transforming her 400 year old cottage into a “cottagecore” paradise, all while sticking to a shoestring budget, and in the process, she’s garnered thousands of followers who are enchanted by her lifestyle. Rebecca Lovatt, 49, […]
People are only just realising what the heart on Jammie Dodgers really means
Jammie Dodgers are one of Britain’s most beloved biscuits, but apparently there is a deeper meaning to the red heart shape in the middle of its jammy centre. Lizzie Collingham, a food historian and author of The Biscuit: The History of a Very British Indulgence, has shared that the decorative heart references a famous British […]
I tried out Shark’s new pet cleaner and it’s made my carpets look like new
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more The carpet pictured before and after (Image: Sam Jones) As my family has expanded, I’ve developed a growing hatred for carpets. Dogs are wonderful, but they can create quite a mess, and children, while also delightful, […]
Mary Berry’s warming sausage and red pepper hotpot is ready to eat within 60 mins – recipe
As Storm Ashley batters parts of the UK, take shelter from the wet and windy weather outside with a lovely hot evening meal. Better yet, the hotpot is super simple to put together and some of the tasty dish can be frozen to be enjoyed on another day. The cook shares the sausage and red […]
BT, Sky and Virgin Media given £235 warning – act now or pay a heavy price
Anyone who hasn’t checked their TV or broadband bill in a while should act fast and make some urgent changes. That’s the latest alert from consumer group Which? who says homes are missing out on huge savings by not switching or haggling with their current provider. According to new stats, out-of-contract TV and broadband customers […]
RIP Fire TV Stick: Amazon scraps its two cheapest TV streamers for a new model
Despite being two of the most popular and affordable TV streamers on the market, Amazon has somewhat surprisingly announced it is discontinuing both its Fire TV Stick Lite and Fire TV Stick, meaning the firm no longer sells a product that is simply called ‘Fire TV Stick’. Both products were still on sale on Amazon […]
Mary Berry’s ‘magic’ honey chicken recipe – ready in 35 mins
Mary Berry enthused that the honey chicken recipe is an “old favourite” of hers that the “family still love”. The iconic cook said the “tender chicken… comes off the bone easily” and has a tasty barbecue-style flavour. What’s more, Mary Berry promised the barbecue-style charred honey chicken is “so easy” to prepare. “Just put it […]
The cult classic skincare stick I won’t leave the house without costs just £7.99
Dry skin is unavoidable in cold weather and can seem impossible to resolve without calling upon a cocktail of skincare ingredients. Staple bathroom cupboard items like Vaseline and Sudocreme are the first point of call for many winter skin woes, but a new holy-grail product could replace a lineup of remedies. Though not new to […]
Banish water marks on taps with common household item – not vinegar
We’ve all faced the annoyance of freshly cleaned taps tarnishing again with persistent water marks, a hard water area’s frequent plight. These marks stem from dissolved minerals like calcium and magnesium in water, known as limescale, leaving behind deposits on taps, shower heads, and even worktops after evaporation. Although typical cleaning products tend to remove […]