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Key Cutting & Sharpening
Did you know we offer a key cutting and sharpening service on various household and work tools? We can often cut keys whilst you wait, or you can leave things with us and pop back a bit later. Key Cutting- We cut various keys and as far as we know, we are the...
Ice lolly recipe ideas
As the Summer holidays are nearly upon us, hopefully this warm weather will continue and to cool you down, how about trying to make ice lollies with this easy recipe guide. Equipment The only equipment you need is: an appropriate ice lolly shaped container - you...
Summer Bucket List-Fun Things To Do Locally Printout For Kids & Families
Print out this handy Summer bucket list of things to do locally to help keep the kids amused this Summer. We have put some suggestions on our blog for how to make ice lollies for both kids and adults.. Please feel free to share any suggestions or pictures on our...
How to clean your reusable bottles
Dri-Pak Dri-Pak is a company with core value's of making their products traditional, natural and sustainable whilst keeping the cost down. More people are now using reusable bottles to cut down on plastic, and also save money from buying bottled water. In this...
Attract birds and feed your garden naturally
Feeding birds naturally Did you know that you can feed wild birds in a more Eco-friendly way by planting certain plants such as: Amaranthus Wild Millet This allows the birds to forage their seed naturally in a safe environment. Birds actually prefer foraging for...
How to get rid of moths
About moths Moth season is generally between May and October, so right now we are in the thick of it. They eat our woolens and chomp through our carpets, so quite rightly, moths do not have a good reputation and are seen as pests to get rid of. The quandary is, do...
Britons are helping to keep our birds thriving
Britons are helping to keep our birds thriving Some birds have even developed a longer beak to get into the bird feeders better. We are helping to keep our birds alive and healthy by feeding them more than our European neighbours. Keep up the good work!...
Elderflower Cordial Recipe
Elderflower cordial Yes it's elderflower cordial time again. You may have noticed the little clusters of white flowers on the hedgerows. If you would like to buy any homebrew equipment, please pop in or you can order online at newly revamped website...
Easter Crème Egg Chocolate Brownies
Here's an easy to make recipe that we couldn't resist sharing with you from our supplier Kitchen Craft. The combination of the chocolate brownie and crème eggs will make for a gooey treat this Easter! Ingredients 185g unsalted butter 185g best dark chocolate 85g...
EASTER SIMNEL MUFFINS RECIPE – a delicious twist on an Easter favourite
Why not treat family and friends to delicious home baking this Easter. Simnel muffins are a great little twist on the traditional Easter simnel cake. They even have the layer of marzipan in the middle! Enjoy! At Overt Locke you will find baking trays, oven gloves,...
