Phoebe Hobbs

5 days ago | devonlive.com | Phoebe Hobbs

Gardeners' World star Monty Don has shared the ultimate secret to growing great sunflowers as we move into May. Monty, who is also known for his series Monty Don's Paradise Gardens, says sunflowers need to be 'hardened off' for at least a week. Monty spilt the beans in his gardening blog: "By the middle of May tender annuals like Sunflowers, Zinnias, Cosmos or Tobacco plants can be planted out into all but the coldest gardens, especially if you have hardened them off for at least a week.

5 days ago | somersetlive.co.uk | Phoebe Hobbs

Bristol and Bath, two cities of equal prestige, each with its own unique charm. Bristol, known for its vibrant arts scene and iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge, is a cultural hub with streets lined by brightly coloured houses reminiscent of Balamory. Bath, on the other hand, boasts genteel elegance and rich history as a UNESCO World Heritage site, famed for attractions like the Roman Baths and Royal Crescent.

5 days ago | somersetlive.co.uk | Phoebe Hobbs

More than three thousand miles from Taunton, across the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, lies a town with historical ties to our own. Named after Taunton in Somerset, Taunton USA is a seemingly tranquil area that has played a pivotal role in history. Established in 1637, Taunton boasts of being "one of the oldest towns in the United States". Its past residents include signatories of The Declaration of Independence, presidential advisors, and even prisoners of war.

6 days ago | msn.com | Phoebe Hobbs

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6 days ago | cornwalllive.com | Phoebe Hobbs

An award-winning pub and inn in Perranuthnoe is set to close this weekend to make way for new ownership. The Victoria Inn will be taking their last orders on Sunday, April 20 before re-opening under new leadership at a later date. The current owners took to Facebook this afternoon (Friday, April 18) to announce the sad news.