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As well as providing unmatched friendship throughout your retirement, dogs have been shown to...

5 things to consider before getting a dog later in life

Find out how to keep your prized clothing, carpets and soft furnishings free from...

How to keep clothes moths at bay

Wild garlic, also known as Ramsons, is a popular springtime ingredient in the UK....

Uses for Wild Garlic

After a very wet February, UK’s wettest since 2020, it’s the first full month...

Peter’s Gardening Tips for the month of April
Masterclass: How to grow a thick healthy lawn

Our expert gardener Peter Mills teaches you how to look after your lawn, looking...

These are the spring jobs you need to do in the garden

With thoughts turning to the long Easter weekend, the clocks going forward and springtime...

Clever home cleaning tricks to make the annual spring clean a breeze

Cleaning – it’s a chore that never seems to be finished.   Knowing a...

Lawn care – dealing with moss and thatch

It is all too common, you look out over your once pristine lawn and...

Masterclass: Growing veg from seed

The popularity of growing your own fruit and veg has boomed in the past...

How to best to support your pregnant daughter

Every mum or dad wants the best for their daughter when she’s expecting a...

Are solar panels right for me?

The way we get our electricity has always been the same. It’s generated remotely...

How to choose and style your garden pots like a pro

It’s safe to say that gardener, teacher, nurserywoman and broadcaster Sarah Raven loves pots....

Unveiling the Unexpected: Unusual uses for Alka-Seltzer

Alka-Seltzer, the fizzy antacid tablet synonymous with soothing indigestion, has earned its place in...

Top 15 uses for natural yoghurt

Natural yoghurt is a versatile and healthy ingredient that can be used in a...

6 quick-growing crops for impatient gardeners

If you’re a beginner gardener, or just someone who doesn’t want to wait long...

5 ways to help garden birds this nesting season

As the nesting season gets underway, our wild birds gear up for the hustle...

5 unusual herbs to grow that you won’t find in the supermarket

Want to add some herbs to dishes that aren’t so run-of-the-mill? There are so...

Enhancing the lifespan of your Mothering Sunday flowers: expert tips for longevity

Mothering Sunday, a day dedicated to honouring mothers, is a time when flowers bloom...

How to create a bug hotel for your garden

Creating a bug house, also known as an insect hotel, can be a fun...

10 Clever Uses for Lemons

Bright, zesty and fragrant, lemons are one of the most popular citrus fruits –...

Peter’s Gardening tips for March

Whilst the temperatures have been fluctuating recently, we have seen some warmer weather during...

Silversurfers Book Club Spring 2024

Each season we share a selection of popular book titles and new releases that...

Clever uses for shampoo

Shampoo isn’t just useful for washing your hair – it’s a versatile product that can...

The benefits of gardening for the over 50s

Gardening is an excellent activity for individuals of all ages, but it can be...

How to reduce your laundry and keep your clothes fresher for longer

Clothes Doctor, an eco-friendly cleaning brand, is dedicated to revitalising cherished clothing items while...

Silversurfers Ten Year Anniversary Survey Results

In January 2024 we asked our members to complete a survey that asked about...

The dirtiest things in the home and how to clean them

Housework, filthy chores and finding time to tackle those nasty tasks while juggling a...

How to be (almost) plastic-free in your garden

Wherever you look in garden centres, your shed or greenhouse, you are likely to...

Ten genius tips to get more out of household items

Try these genius tricks to get more out of a few everyday items found...

Learn, discuss and discover at the UK’s largest immersive art experience

Step inside some of the world’s greatest masterpieces with monthly talks from top art...

How to rock the leather trend at any age

Unashamedly sexy, synonymous with rebellion and style, this timeless fabric transcends generations and remains...

Unusual uses for Cotton Buds

Cotton buds, typically known for their everyday use in personal hygiene, possess a versatility...

7 things you can give up for Lent that will save you money

Apart from New Year’s resolutions, Lent is the prime time for giving up something...

Unveiling the versatility of wool: 10 unusual uses for wool

When we think of wool, our minds often conjure images of cosy sweaters, warm...

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