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Maintaining Block Paving with Kersten Machines

Posted by Kersten (UK) Ltd on June 27, 2017 at 10:49am

This can result in dangerous slippery conditions

Hiring a Skip for your Driveway Installation

Posted by Chris Kervin on June 14, 2016 at 8:12am

One of the most common uses for skip hire is driveway work. Almost all driveway installations cause a considerable amount of waste, whether it be a new driveway, or replacing an old driveway. Hiring a skip for your drive and path removal waste can be

How to Keep Your Garden Maintenance to a Minimum

Posted by Tobermore on May 24, 2016 at 5:03pm

It is a strange phenomenon that today, even though we have every conceivable labour saving gadget available, no one seems to have any spare time! Nearly every client I talk to asks for a low maintenance garden. It is therefore vital when choosing a h

Getting the Most from Your Garden Design

Posted by Tobermore on May 24, 2016 at 4:50pm

One of the favourite aspects of my job as a landscape designer is that no two days are the same. Every project is different, as are the requirements of individual clients. No matter what the project is, Tobermore will have a design service to suit y

Design Your Garden to Last a Lifetime

Posted by Tobermore on May 24, 2016 at 2:47pm

It is often feared that low maintenance means your garden will look like a concrete jungle. However, with a bit of thoughtful planning, Tobermore can help you strike a really good balance between hard and soft landscaping. This ensures that your gard

Tobermore‘s Textured Pembury Installed at Wellesbourne Distribution Park

Posted by Tobermore on April 1, 2016 at 2:57pm

One of Tobermore’s latest product offerings, Pembury, has been installed at the new 752,334 sq ft Wellesbourne Distribution Park in Warwickshire by Urban Civil Engineering

Westpoint Homes Develop Landscape Perfection with Tobermore

Posted by Tobermore on March 24, 2016 at 5:04pm

Tobermore have supplied a variety of products for Westpoint Homes development, Thorngrove Park. The project consists of 25 properties, ranging from affordable homes to large period-themed detached houses and luxury apartments, offering an authentic b

£23m West Rhyl Green Space Features Tobermore’s Fabulous Fusion

Posted by Tobermore on March 24, 2016 at 4:00pm

Tobermore’s fabulous Fusion block paving has been specified for the new West Rhyl Green Space in North Wales which has saw the area revitalised with a new urban park and surrounding greenery.

East Ayrshire Council Specify Tobermore Manhattan Plank Paving for Local School

Posted by Tobermore on March 24, 2016 at 3:51pm

Tobermore’s Manhattan plank paving has provided an innovative hard landscaping solution for East Ayrshire Council on their recent redevelopment of Onthank Primary School in Kilmarnock.

Tobermore Provide Permeable Landscape at University of Salford’s £81m Student Village

Posted by Tobermore on March 18, 2016 at 3:02pm

Peel Park Quarter is a new, state of the art student accommodation complex at the University of Salford. The £81 million project was managed by Graham Construction and has been referred to as one of Europe’s largest single phase student accommodation

Tobermore Assist New Farmhouse Inn Branch in Hamilton

Posted by Tobermore on March 18, 2016 at 2:49pm

Red Burn Farm is a branch of the UK’s popular Farmhouse Inn restaurant and bar chain, located in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire. The new outlet has been adorned with a unique landscape design consisting of a combination of Tobermore’s world class paving

Tobermore’s Fabulous Fusion Installed at Basford Hall, NCN

Posted by Tobermore on December 18, 2015 at 3:13pm

Designed by Ellis Williams Architect, Basford Hall at New College Nottingham is the largest construction training academy in the Midlands and has been described as the ideal place to kick-start a career in construction.

Savills €1.1m Properties Feature Tobermore’s Tumbled Tegula

Posted by Tobermore on December 18, 2015 at 3:03pm

Savills has recently presented some exceptional new homes to the Irish market worth €850,000 - €1,100,000. The 2,691 sq ft detached properties are positioned on the Howth Road and Kilbarrack Road in Raheny, Dublin, with a number of the homes boasting

Innovative City Pave VS5 Provides Pavement Shifting Solution at Brighton Station

Posted by Tobermore on December 18, 2015 at 12:22pm

Brighton and Hove City Council made the decision to update the landscape surrounding Brighton Station as a method of improving the aesthetics of the area around the Station and to create a more attractive welcome for visitors arriving into the city b

£1.7m Castle Basin Investment Set to Boost Enniskillen Tourism

Posted by Tobermore on December 18, 2015 at 10:53am

The Castle Basin area of Enniskillen in Northern Ireland has recently been transformed with a £1.7 million investment, funded by the Department for Social Development and Fermanagh and Omagh District Council.

Commercial Regeneration in Barry Thanks to Historic Pumphouse Building

Posted by Tobermore on December 18, 2015 at 10:42am

The Pumphouse is a Grade II listed building constructed in the 1880’s and is located at the Innovation Quarter in Barry, South Wales. The structure has recently been redeveloped and is set to become the first purpose-built live/work facility at the c

£30m QEII Hospital in Hertfordshire Complete with Tobermore Landscape

Posted by Tobermore on December 18, 2015 at 10:29am

The stunning new Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Hospital in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, opened its doors to the public in June 2015. The £30 million facility was designed by London architecture firm, Penoyre & Prasad, and built by internationally a

Telford College Redeveloped with Striking New Landscape from Tobermore

Posted by Tobermore on December 18, 2015 at 10:08am

Telford College of Arts and Technology is a further educational college in Shropshire that has recently undergone extension work. Tobermore have supplied a vast range of paving products that have been used to create a striking new landscape at Telfor

Tobermore’s World Class Paving First Choice at Harbour Green

Posted by Tobermore on December 18, 2015 at 10:05am

Harbour Green is a landmark development situated on the seafront at the famous Portobello Promenade, located close to Edinburgh city centre. Created by MNM Developments, the 55 stylish apartments have been complimented beautifully with the installati

Tobermore Paving Specified for Westpoint Homes Award-Winning Development

Posted by Tobermore on November 20, 2015 at 3:05pm

Westpoint Homes development, West Mill in Edinburgh, has been named 'Apartment Development of the Year' and ‘Best Show Home.’ Westpoint Homes have additionally secured the title of 'Developer of the Year' at the 2015 Glasgow Property Herald Awards du

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The Landscape Juice Network's Aims and Objectives

Posted by Phil Voice on June 30, 2010 at 9:00am

The Landscape Juice Network (LJN)

What is it?

LJN is an open association of individuals and companies involved in landscaping, garden maintenance, horticulture and garden design.

The site is…

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A Quick Reminder to Talk

Posted by Fleur Voice on January 17, 2020 at 6:32pm

As Blue Monday is fast approaching, I thought it would be a good idea to give a small reminder to our community here on Landscape Juice to remember to tell people about your worries and if you’re having negative thoughts. Talking about emotions…

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Diversity in the Horticulture Industry

Posted by Fleur Voice on February 20, 2020 at 7:49pm

“Gardening programmes tend to be very ‘traditional’ white middle-class in their attitude towards gardening”, Julia Sargeant said in an interview after she won gold at Chelsea Flower Show in 2016. She was the first black gardener to design…

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The Impact of Burglary on the Individual

Posted by Fleur Voice on November 20, 2019 at 4:14pm

Studies report that burglary is one of the most emotionally impactful crimes to be a victim of. The prevention of being succumbed to it is always at the back of our minds – is anything on show? Are all the windows closed? Did you definitely lock…

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The LJN Big Interview with Westhill Garden & Landscaping Ltd

Posted by Fleur Voice on October 10, 2019 at 9:13pm in Company publicity

Dan never knew that he would be orchestrating a ten-man-band five years ago when he packed in…

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Starting a gardening or landscaping business?

Posted by Phil Voice on October 1, 2010 at 6:30am

This series isn't just for landscapers and gardeners starting out: it's also a refresher for existing…

Open forum activity

Will Roberts replied to Tim Bucknall's discussion Stihl blowers failing

"I bought a no name petrol blower on eBay for £30 as temporary fix. I expected it to last 6 months but 2 years later it's still going strong. It's a copy of the Stihl Bg 56. You don't always get what you pay for. "

Billybop replied to Tim Bucknall's discussion Stihl blowers failing

"Hat's off to you for persevering with them Graham. Surely one of the best aspects of British life is blokes patiently and skillfully fixing things in the shed. Sounds a nightmare product to me, whether it was a blower or something else, I wouldn't…"