Skips are a staple of construction sites, house clearances, and renovation projects across the UK. Most of the time, they're filled with rubble, old furniture, broken appliances, or garden waste. That said, every now and then, something truly unexpected appears in a skip: something rare, valuable, or historically significant. From lost treasures to cultural [...]
The days are short, the air is sweet with the scent of Christmas markets and the twinkling of Christmas lights in the distance means it is finally our favourite cosy time of year. We are all up for Christmas traditions, but maybe this year it is time to rethink some of the more wasteful [...]
You may be surprised to know what could be buried just underneath your feet. With the recent discovery of Richard III’s remains under a car park in Leicester back in 2013, some of the UK’s storied history can be found a few feet below ground level. However, in order to get there, you’ll need [...]
Regardless of what industry you work in, odds are good that your business generates a substantial amount of waste over time. That waste must obviously be removed on a consistent basis. You could handle this task yourself, but that’s not the best option. Your organisation will benefit much more if you hire a waste [...]
Most of us are aware of the impact poor waste disposal methods are having on the environment, in particular, waste which is sent to landfill. In 2016, 24% of the UK’s waste (around 52.3 million tonnes) was still being sent to landfill. Poor waste management is putting animal habitats at risk and causing our [...]
London may be famed for its hustle, its traffic, and its towering skyline, but its green spaces are ever-vibrant, offering moments of calm, history, and nature across the capital. From tucked-away community gardens to large royal parks, the city’s green spaces are as diverse as they are restorative. Whether you're new to London or [...]
Around 1.9 million tonnes of food are wasted by the food industry every year in the UK alone, and a whopping 250,000 tonnes of that food is still edible at the time of going to waste. This is obviously a big issue, for both the environment, and for the many people in the UK who [...]
As a business owner, you’ll likely always be looking for ways to help your operation succeed. Whether it’s hiring the right people or investing in new technologies, there are a host of options to help turbo-boost efficiency. However, renovating your workspace can be an equally positive decision for your business, creating a more productive, [...]
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a deep clean and a proper clear-out. Spring cleaning gives us the perfect opportunity to reset, declutter, and breathe fresh life into our homes. While it can be hard to get started, once the project is underway, the inner completionist in many of us kicks in, and before [...]
From spreads to condiments, there are tons of foodstuffs that are packaged in glass jars, and while these can be put straight into the recycling, why not get creative? The versatility of glass jars means there are tons of options for at-home reuse, and if you’re an arts and crafts enthusiast, this is likely to [...]
