Free UK growing guides, garden tools, DIY projects and honest reviews for people who want to grow more, waste less and rely less on the system. Hands-on advice from the garden, the allotment and the shed.
The Backyard Farmer
Practical Growing, DIY Projects, And Tools That Work
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It’s about doing things for yourself, learning useful skills, and enjoying the process along the way. The world is changing, and learning how to be more self-sufficient can help you be more independent, less reliant on ‘the system’ and even save money.