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From Suitcase to Spade – Maria’s Allotment Adventures as a Novice Gardener
Welcome to our new regular garden column, where Girl About the North East, Maria shares life on her allotment as she learns the ropes.
A relative novice who only took on her Roots Allotment plot last year, she’s discovering what works (and what really doesn’t), one month at a time. While Girl About is all about travel, we know most adventures start at home – and gardens are pretty perfect places to slow down, get inspired, and plan the next trip.
Expect practical tips, honest lessons, and a reminder that you don’t have to be an expert to get growing.
A relative novice who only took on her Roots Allotment plot last year, she’s discovering what works (and what really doesn’t), one month at a time. While Girl About is all about travel, we know most adventures start at home – and gardens are pretty perfect places to slow down, get inspired, and plan the next trip.
Expect practical tips, honest lessons, and a reminder that you don’t have to be an expert to get growing.
by Maria Davison
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Christmas Magic by the Lake: Lausanne & Montreux
Set on the shimmering shores of Lake Geneva and backed by the majestic Alpine peaks, the neighbouring Swiss resorts of Lausanne and Montreux are two of the most captivating destinations in the country, particularly in winter.
These cities are elegant and have loads of old-world charm, with a twinkly festive spirit that lights up as Christmas approaches. Both Lausanne and Montreux come alive with the sparkle of Christmas markets that rank among the best in Europe.
These cities are elegant and have loads of old-world charm, with a twinkly festive spirit that lights up as Christmas approaches. Both Lausanne and Montreux come alive with the sparkle of Christmas markets that rank among the best in Europe.
by Sally Bendall
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