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Mother's Day is a celebration historically linked to Christianity but in modern times it is marked globally even by those outside of faith.

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Taking a step back from the lawn can have many benefits (photo: Adobe)

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The property is on 10 Lyndhurst Road, London, NW3 5PX

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Exterior of the Yew

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King’s Knoll, Clifford Road, North Berwick.

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Image: Adobe Stock

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Gilmerton House exterior

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Balmadies, Spylaw Bank Road, Edinburgh

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Image: Adobe Stock

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Create a cosy nook with cushions and pillows (photo: Express Bi-Folding Doors)

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The Lowther - Inchcolm Green - Aberdour - CALA Homes (East). Image: Chris Humphreys Photography Ltd

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Buccleuch House, Melrose

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Image: Adobe Stock

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Best Garden Sheds UK 2022

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Radiators only need to be bled once per year and this doesn't require an expensive engineer.

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Cruden Homes, part of Cruden Group, has received planning permission to build 122 new homes for sale as part of the West Craigs masterplan.
Cruden Homes, part of Cruden Group, has received planning permission to build 122 new homes for sale as part of the West Craigs masterplan.

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Simple measures can help to protect your garden from pet damage (photo: Adobe)

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Book now: free home visit to make your bathroom safer and more accessible

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The garden room

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24 Northumberland Street, Edinburgh. Image: Ines Gennuso

Prestige property: Novel take on New Town living

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Image: Adobe Stock

Kirsty McLuckie: Assessing family values

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A vibrant place future generations will be proud of

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Best garden swing chairs: from two-seater love-seats to wooden swings

Best garden swing chairs: from two-seater love-seats to wooden swings

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Leading law firm says the anticipated housing market crash hasn’t hit the Lothians yet

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Best cheap garden furniture UK 2022 outdoor Wayfair, B&Q, Argos

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Best garden sprinklers: sprinkler systems to water your lawns

Best garden sprinklers: sprinkler systems to water your lawns

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Best wooden garden furniture: rustic, modern, and heavy options

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Clare Blatherwick

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FInd out if house prices are falling in your area with our interactive tool.

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