As soon as the autumn and winter months hit, Brits love a cosy night in, with a candle or two, to rest and recharge. 

With the Halloween holiday just over a week away, many will be getting into the spooky-season spirit by organising ghoulishly scary Halloween parties, with friends and family to celebrate the occasion.

Pumpkins are an iconic emblem for Halloween, but once carved last little more than a few days. Approximately 15.8 million pumpkins go to waste after being carved and are often discarded.

2023 brings with it the 20th anniversary of National Recycle Week, starting on the 16th of October.

The bathroom is one of the most fundamental rooms in the home. Because of this, it can be a make-or-break room when looking to sell a home.

Considering this, experts at Moneyboat spoke to Tabitha Cumming, a property expert from The Lease Extension Company who has revealed some of the most common mistakes they see when tenants are moving in and out of a property. 

For some of us, space at home can be scarce and having a small bathroom can make you feel cramped and uncomfortable.

Whether it’s taking some candlelit me-time or having a campfire gathering with friends, marking the seasonal change with a ceremony can provide us with a greater sense of connection to the natural world. 

Keep on top of your fruit and veg harvesting, as now is the time when some of our favourites will be back in season! Apples and pears will be ripe for the picking, literally, and veggies like potatoes and carrots will be ready to dig up to make some hearty meals.

Festival season is in full swing but for those unable to bag a ticket to one this year, why not bring the summer celebrations to you and host your very own mini festival. Say goodbye to camping in a muddy field, long bar queues and of course – the portaloos.