Gardens

The UK has been enjoying plenty of warm sunshine during the early weeks of the 2025 summer season. In predictions made by the Met Office for the three-month outlook there is plenty more hot weather to come.

According to the government agency, the UK's meteorological summer is twice as likely to be hotter than normal in 2025. This comes after the nation experienced the sunniest spring...

The latest market insight from Yopa , the full-service estate agents, has revealed which garden features make the most worthwhile project for homebuyers this summer, based on the actual value they add to a home once the cost of implementing them has been accounted for, with some adding as much as £8,000 to the value of a home.

Yopa looked at some of the most popular garden additions...

As the summer sun warms gardens across the UK, homeowners and designers are embracing a fresh wave of garden trends that blend sustainability, style, and soul. From wild meadows to smart tech, 2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year for outdoor spaces.

Outdoor spaces have evolved from being mere extensions of the home to becoming essential living areas where comfort, beauty and functionality must coexist. In this context, modern pergolas have emerged as one of the most elegant and versatile solutions for those who want to enjoy outdoor life without sacrificing style or control.

Unlike traditional pergolas that rely on fixed covers...