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The Woburn Sands Garden Centre in Milton Keynes has announced it will permanently close its doors in 2026. The cherished garden centre, one of the longest-standing in the region, is shutting down after a particularly tough year.The garden centre has made the "difficult decision" to cease operations due to escalating costs and financial losses, with the business "no longer viable". A closing-down sale commenced on January 9, offering 20% off everything. On their Facebook page, Woburn Sands Garden Centre announced: "After several years of extremely challenging trading conditions, we have made the very difficult decision to close the business."Recent Government policies have made it almost impossible for businesses to survive. This has led to sustained financial losses, reduced customer sp...

She was reunited with her cat after 10 years (stock) (Image: Getty)While some cats are content lounging on the windowsill throughout the day, others favour exploring the neighbourhood and marking their territory. That's precisely how Ned spent his time after Jess adopted him in 2014. But the  feline was so attached to his patch that he would return to it even after Jess moved house, and she frequently had to collect him whenever he disappeared.Jess, who goes by @ned_comes_home on TikTok, described how the buyer of her former home began recognising Ned and started caring for him as well, resulting in him having two homes for a period. However, one day Ned left on his usual neighbourhood rounds and failed to come back, prompting an extensive search, with both households attempting to loc...

A doctor has confessed to the somewhat ironic behaviour of some NHS staff following their advice to patients on healthy eating. Dr Bhasha Mukherjee, a GP who held the title of Miss England from 2019 to 2021, made her admission via Instagram.The doctor posted a video from her staff room, where a tray of cupcakes was visible on the table. She then sat down and began tucking in."There's a very specific NHS ritual where you finish a heartfelt speech about balanced diets, blood sugar, and 'everything in moderation'... then immediately sprint to the staff room to inhale a Celebrations tin like it's trauma-informed care," Dr Mukherjee captioned the post.She continued by highlighting the "great dichotomy of healthcare" where doctors "preach" fibre and protein in clinic, yet "survive" on biscuit...

A vet has highlighted three critical errors that many pet owners make which could be cutting short their beloved companions' lives. Amir Anwary used TikTok to reveal where he believes owners are going wrong."Our pets' lives are already so short," he said. "So we should do everything we can to prevent their lives from being even shorter!" Amir emphasised that these three factors have a more damaging impact than genetics alone.While veterinary expenses can be unexpectedly steep, addressing potential problems early could ultimately save you considerable sums."If you have a pet and they are consistently overweight and you are feeding them way too much, then this may cause chronic inflammation, heart disease, joint degeneration and insulin resistance," Amir explained.He cautioned that allowi...

Princess Catherine has long been a champion of British fashion, and back in 2022, during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, she delivered one of her most memorable looks yet – stepping out in a vibrant pair of heels from Emmy London in a vibrant red shade the brand describes as 'Lipstick'.The royal, 44, is a well-known supporter of the brand, having worn their staples on repeat since 2017, including heels and handbags. Now, royal fashion fans are in luck. Emmy London is currently offering up to 40% off high heels and bags, with several of Princess Catherine’s signature styles included in the sale. While the exact Lipstick shade she wore is from a past season, the brand has released an updated candy-bright version of the same design – meaning shoppers can snap up a vibrant alternative an...

Tesco is planning to open 70 new Express stores across the UK after snapping up former sites of another supermarket. They are wanting to open the new stores before March 2027.It comes after 60 new stores were delivered last year. Tesco is adding to its list of stores by taking over Amazon Fresh sites. The supermarket will turn the former Amazon stores in London’s Kensington High Street, Hounslow, Moorgate, Aldgate East and Wembley into Tesco Express.The new London stores will open before the summer. Tesco also has plans to open Express sites in Bickington (Devon), Pontrhydyrun (Torfaen), Strabane (County Tyrone) and Wallyford (East Lothian).It follows the openings of new superstores across Yorkshire as Tesco unveiled its shops in Ripon in November and Harrogate in December.Nick Johnson,...

There are six extra benefits included in an Amazon Prime membership (Image: Charles-McClintock Wilson via Getty Images) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Amazon Prime subscribers are only just discovering six complimentary perks that are also included in their monthly membership.Amazon Prime is a subscription that provides people with access to Amazon Prime Video whilst also enabling them to receive free next day, or same day delivery on hundreds of thousands of products available on Amazon.But were you aware there are actually six additional benefits included in your Amazon Prime membership entirely free of charge?A woman who shares advice on financial literacy and intelligent spending on her TikTok account,...

Valentine's Day is this weekend, and whether you're in for an evening at home with your special someone or planning to soak in the self-care with a pamper session, it's not too late to find the perfect gift. If you're trying to think outside of the box (of chocolates), Lush has a gift box filled with decadent bath and shower goodies that might be the perfect treat for anyone in need of a little extra love.Lush is now a household name, known mainly for its handmade cosmetics and commitment to Earth-conscious practices, reflected in the gift boxes it releases for key holidays like Christmas and Easter. Valentine's Day is no exception, and this year's offering is a box packed with an assortment of bath products: A Lush Kind of Love. It costs £59, and six of the seven products inside are ex...

An urgent safety alert has been issued for an electronic item that poses a 'serious risk of fire'. It has been banned from sale, with the The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) sending out a warning about the product. The warning is for a Folding Washing Machine - popular for small loads like baby clothes and socks - with the barcode number 6987857868783. It has been described as a miniature washing macine with rubberised folding top, supplied in purple cardboard packaging. Originating from China, the import has been rejected at the border. The item number is STL0140, with a SM-1220 AC/DC adaptor. The OPSS warned: "The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug pins do not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 and cannot make a secure connection to the plug s...

This week saw Susanna Reid grace the Broadcast Awards ceremony, where Good Morning Britain was in the running for Best News Programme. In contrast to typical awards ceremonies, the dress code here leaned towards polished, sophisticated workwear rather than traditional red carpet glamour, making Susanna's outfit choice perfectly suited to the occasion.The GMB host remained faithful to her personal style, opting for a vibrant, form-fitting midi dress. Her exact frock was Karen Millen's Compact Stretch Bow Tie Neck Tailored Pencil Midi Dress for the evening. Social media followers were quick to shower praise on the ensemble, with one describing Susanna as: "Absolutely stunning", whilst another gushed: "You look amazing", and her co-presenter Charlotte Hawkins commented: "Gorgeous!"Susanna'...