Whether it’s taking off into the woods for a bike ride, or just relaxing in the garden with a friend, we think it’s the simple things that make life great. So, we’re giving away lots of lovely prizes to help you make the most of life’s simple pleasures.
One of two traditional, hand-built Gypsy caravans. They’re great for the garden and make brilliant wildlife hides, playhouses for the children, or just somewhere to squirrel away with a cup of tea and a good book. Or you can choose to take the cash equivalent of £15,000.
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One of two traditional, hand-built Gypsy caravans. They’re great for the garden and make brilliant wildlife hides, playhouses for the children, or just somewhere to squirrel away with a cup of tea and a good book. Or you can choose to take the cash equivalent of £15,000.
Known as the Reading style (after the town where they were first made) these Gypsy caravans are handmade from solid timber. The front axle is steerable so, with the help of the removable draw bar and some willing volunteers, they can be moved around the garden, though they're really not designed for use on the road!
www.gypsycaravancompany.co.uk
We have 100 second prizes to give away. Choose from a hand-built Pashley bicycle, a deluxe bell tent, a charming wooden swing, a luxury freestanding hammock, £500 of lovely Boden stuff, or a pair of handmade Lloyd Loom chairs.
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It’s hard to think of a better way to enjoy the simple pleasures of the great outdoors than from behind the handlebars of a traditional hand-built Pashley bicycle. Choose from the women’s Princess Classic, or the men’s Roadster Classic.
Pashley Cycles is England's longest established bicycle manufacturer. Founded in 1926 and based in Stratford-upon-Avon, their team design and hand-build a unique range of specialist bicycles and tricycles.
www.pashley.co.uk
Songs around the campfire, long walks through the countryside, sausages sizzling on the barbecue: we love camping… especially when it’s in a bell tent. Not only do they look lovely with their natural cotton drapes, but they’re also quick to put up and pack down, and they’re fully waterproof. What’s more, you can roll up the sides to enjoy a bit of summer breeze.
Based in south Devon, Canvas and Cast bring you a range of carefully sourced canvas and cast iron products, all of which have been rigorously field tested before making it on to their website.
www.canvasandcast.com
We don’t care what anyone says, you’re never too old to play on a swing. And this one makes a beautiful and fun addition to any garden. Hand carved from English oak, and with proper naval rope that’s been whipped, spliced and knotted by an old Scottish sailor (really!), it’ll keep children young and old happy for hours at a time.
Marnie Moyle graduated with a degree in Furniture Design and Craftsmanship from Buckingham University, and went on to achieve an MA in Furniture Design. Through her website, Green Oak Furniture, she sells a wonderful range of handmade and personalised wooden things, from tables to chopping boards.
greenoakfurniture.co.uk
Here’s something guaranteed to make lazy afternoons in the garden even lazier: a beautiful, super-comfy hammock complete with handsome, weather resistant wooden arc. And it’s big enough for two!
Garden accessories, pots, garden gifts and lighting accessories – handpicked by leading Garden Designer Alice Bowe. It’s the perfect place to find gifts for glamorous gardeners.
www.gardenboutique.co.uk
There’s nothing quite like a new wardrobe to put a smile on your face, especially when it’s from Boden! Choose this prize and you’ll get £500 to spend on whatever you fancy from their website.
Boden make stylish and individual clothing for men, women and children too.
www.boden.co.uk
What could be better than relaxing in your garden in a traditional handmade Lloyd Loom chair? Despite their natural look, they're really practical, being both UV-resistant and weather-proof.
Genuine British Lloyd Loom furniture is manufactured from woven twisted paper and wire on a solid beech-wood frames. Each piece – whether for conservatory, kitchen or restaurant – is individually handmade by master craftsmen. Their furniture is tremendously strong and, unlike the cane and rattan furniture that inspired the original elegant designs, will last for a generation.
www.lloydloom.com
There are 1,000 third prizes up for grabs. Pick your favourite from a Cornishware® jug and glasses, a lawn lounger, an outdoor tea light chandelier, £100 of lovely Boden stuff, a traditional garden trug, or a fire pit.
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A charming, stripy Cornishware jug with four glasses – perfect for barbecues, children’s parties, or just relaxing in the garden with friends.
Cornish Kitchen Ware was first produced in 1926 by T.G.Green & Co in Church Gresley, Derbyshire, a county famed for its pottery. The range’s special characteristic came from the lathe-turning process, which cut clean bands through its beautiful blue slip to show the white clay beneath. Since then, Cornishware has gone on to become an icon of 20th century British design.
www.tggreen.co.uk
Make long summer afternoons in the park more decadent than ever with this extra-comfy super-padded lawn lounger. Just stretch out and enjoy the sunshine. It also makes a perfect roll up bed for impromptu sleepovers.
The Handpicked Collection is a website that features unusual gift ideas. All the products come recommended by an independent, expert panel of journalists, entrepreneurs and trendsetters. What’s more, they’ve gone to the trouble of explaining exactly what makes each product so good. Very handy indeed.
www.handpickedcollection.com
Soirees in the garden will never be the same again. This rustic tealight chandelier, with its glass votives, looks stunning hung from a tree or pergola. Or at Christmas, why not bring it inside and cover it in holly and mistletoe?
Dee Puddy presents a range of unique, unusual and beautifully made pieces for garden and home.
www.deepuddy.co.uk
There’s nothing quite like a new wardrobe to put a smile on your face, especially when it’s from Boden! Choose this prize and you’ll get £100 to spend on whatever you fancy from their website.
Boden make stylish and individual clothing for men, women and children too.
www.boden.co.uk
If you ever needed encouragement to indulge in a bit of potting, pruning and planting, then surely this is it. Trugs have been helping gardeners do their dirty work for over two centuries and have barely changed in all that time. This one has been lovingly handcrafted in chestnut, making it ready for years of faithful service.
Charlie Groves has been handcrafting Sussex Trugs in a range of traditional styles that date back over 150 years. They're ideal as a gardener's tool and make a beautiful gift. The Trug Store is proud to be the supplier to everyone from keen amateur gardeners to the The Royal Horticultural Society, Wisley.
www.thetrugstore.co.uk
Here in Dorset, even the warmest summer days tend to get a little nippy when the sun goes down. Which is when this fantastic fire pit comes into its own. It’s brilliant for toasting marshmallows and just generally reacquainting yourself with your primeval love of a flickering flame. You can even use it for barbecues.
Based in south Devon, Canvas and Cast bring you a range of carefully sourced canvas and cast iron products, all of which have been rigorously field tested before making it on to their website.
www.canvasandcast.com
We’re giving away 2,000 camping books from our favourite series: Cool Camping. Choose one of their lovely books on England, Scotland, Wales or camping with kids.
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We like nothing more than getting out into the countryside for a spot of camping, so we love this guide, which covers 70 of the best campsites in England. It's the perfect book to help you plan your ideal trip.
Punk Publishing is a small independent publishing company. They only publish books that they love and would like to see on their own shelves. Why not visit them via the link below and see what other lovely books they have?
punkpublishing.co.uk
Scotland has some of the most beautiful countryside in the world and camping is one of the best ways to experience it. This in-depth guide covers 50 of the best campsites in the country, and is the key to making the most of your trip.
Punk Publishing is a small independent publishing company. They only publish books that they love and would like to see on their own shelves. Why not visit them via the link below and see what other lovely books they have?
punkpublishing.co.uk
From breathtaking beaches to rolling hills, Wales has all the landscape a country-lover could ask for. With this guide, which covers 60 of the best campsites in Wales, you can see it at its very finest.
Punk Publishing is a small independent publishing company. They only publish books that they love and would like to see on their own shelves. Why not visit them via the link below and see what other lovely books they have?
punkpublishing.co.uk
A camping trip is an unforgettable experience for children, and makes for the perfect family holiday. This guide brings you the 60 best family-friendly campsites in Britain as well as a wealth of indispensable tips and information.
Punk Publishing is a small independent publishing company. They only publish books that they love and would like to see on their own shelves. Why not visit them via the link below and see what other lovely books they have?
punkpublishing.co.uk