The Global Sanitation Statistic That Will Surprise You

Brits spend a penny, Americans use the john, and the Aussies take a trip to the dunny. Wherever you are in the world, there are all sorts of weird and…

Low-Carbon Living from around the World

With the interest raised by the COP26 summit highlighting the desperate need to cut carbon emissions, housing sustainability has become a hot topic. In the UK, there’s been lots of…

Tips to Make Your Diet More Organic

Did you know this month is Organic September? No? Well, now you do! So, what is it and how can you get involved? Organic September is a month-long campaign all…

How to Choose a Garden Room That’s Just Right for You

Garden room. Man cave. Home studio. Shoffice (shed/office). Call it what you will but having a standalone space in the garden where you can work, unwind, or pursue a favourite…

Chelmsford Staycations: Top Tips for a Happy Holiday

This summer, the question mark over foreign holidays is as agonising as Ross and Rachel’s will-they-or-wont-they story. Some have taken the stress out of the decision and opted to book…

Let’s Celebrate International Friendship Day in Chelmsford

The UN General Assembly proclaimed 30 July as International Friendship Day in 2011.  Friendships are crucial for our wellbeing and mental health, whether in person or online. Acquaintances Casual relationships…

Why We Should All Support Love Parks Week

Over the past year, parks have been a source of joy and solace for people across the UK, providing a welcome antidote to the pressures of pandemic life. Locally, parks…

Maintaining Balance in Your Life in Chelmsford after Lockdown

Things are starting to open up again. It turns out the light at the end of the tunnel isn’t an oncoming train. It could even be some weak UK sunshine.…