News & Blog

August 31, 2026

Charity Bingo Night Raises £1,028 for The Bracken Trust

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Charity Bingo Night on Friday 28th August. We’re delighted to share that together we raised an amazing £1,028.20 for...

August 28, 2026

When Should You Plant Spring Bulbs in the UK?

There aren't many gardening jobs where a little effort in autumn brings quite as much reward as planting spring bulbs. At a time when the garden is starting to slow...

August 19, 2026

Plant Pot Feet: What Are They and Do You Really Need Them?

If you've spent time choosing the perfect pots and plants for your patio, doorstep or garden, there's one small accessory that's well worth thinking about: plant pot feet.

July 29, 2026

The Old Railway Line Launches Grand Charity Raffle with Over £5,000 Worth of Prizes

We have now officially launched our Grand Charity Raffle, giving our customers the chance to win more than £5,000 worth of fantastic prizes while supporting our Charity of the Year, The...

July 22, 2026

Gold for Our Directors Katie & Liam at the Royal Welsh Show

We're incredibly proud to share that our directors, Katie and Liam, have won Gold and First Place for their beautiful show garden at this year's Royal Welsh Show.

July 17, 2026

We Were Crowned Best in the Region at GCA Area Awards

We are proud to be celebrating another outstanding achievement after being named Best Garden Centre in the Midlands, Wales & the West at the Garden Centre Association (GCA) Area Awards,...

July 13, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Growing Dahlias: Care Tips, Flowering Advice & How to Enjoy Them Indoors

Discover how to grow beautiful dahlias, keep them flowering for longer, and create stunning cut flower displays this summer.

July 10, 2026

How to Keep Your Lawn Green During Hot Weather (Without Wasting Water)

When the UK experiences a spell of hot, dry weather, it's one of the questions we hear most often in our garden centre: "Why has my lawn suddenly turned brown?"...

June 20, 2026

Best Plants for a Heatwave Ready UK Garden

Best Plants for a Heatwave-Ready UK Garden: Drought-Tolerant Choices That Thrive in Hot Weather As UK summers become hotter and drier, gardeners are increasingly looking for drought tolerant plants, heat...

May 19, 2026

Weber BBQ Guide 2026

As the days get longer and gardens become the place to gather again, BBQ season has officially arrived. This year, outdoor cooking is bigger than ever.

May 8, 2026

Why Houseplants Are Good for the Soul

Life can feel noisy sometimes. Screens, schedules, notifications, endless to-do lists… it’s no wonder so many people are looking for ways to make home feel calmer. For many plant lovers, houseplants...

May 1, 2026

Gardening Tips from Real Gardeners | National Gardening Week UK

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Discover practical gardening tips from real gardeners. From pest control to planting advice, celebrate National Gardening Week with expert community tips.