Weekday mornings can be a bit of a blur in our house, with a constant stream of activity and far too many trips up and down the stairs. More often than not we’re guilty of running back home to pick something up that we’ve forgotten the first time around, too.…

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Wedding season is upon us, and that can mean you are about to embark on lots of gift buying. But it can be so hard to know what to get – especially if there are a few occasions coming up!  One of the newest trends seems to be bridal showers…

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We are so lucky to live where we do. Devon boasts so many wonderful things from beaches and moorland, to the wonderful rivers and field we have right on our doorstep – literally. At the end of our road, there is are beautiful, grassy fields with a slow running river…

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I have to admit, I used to think that conservatories were for the older generation – that is until we moved into a house which had a conservatory, and I discovered just how versatile they can be. It’s a great extra room in your house, and can be used for…

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Ah, the heatwave didn’t last did it?! We are back to the typical British summer here – cloud and drizzle with the occasional outbreak of sun. In case you are new here – let us tell you what Tried & Tested is all about. We all know how useful reviews…

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