In a statement Historic England said it was "aware of a developing straw shortage and understands the impact this is having on the thatching trade". Ben Obese-Jecty, the Conservative MP for Huntingdon ...

Supplies of straw for thatched roofs are low due to three poor harvests, says a thatcher A thatcher with a three-year waiting list for his services said a shortage of straw had caused problems for ...

Khazima, who is coached by her father Mahboob Basha, has fulfilled her brother Abdul Rahman’s dream of winning the title; she ...

The materials used to build your home can be a crucial factor in preventing the spread of infectious diseases, particularly in developing countries, says a team of UVA researchers.

Cocktails come by the one-litre bucket; Big Kahuna burgers heave with grilled pineapple, maple bacon and jalapeno; and ...

From world-renowned fishing and delicious seafood dives to art galleries and state parks, there's plenty to do on your trip ...

DevonLive visited the suburb of Torquay to speak with locals about the importance of keeping the Dumpling open and why it's ...

The first phase of restoration includes re-thatching the roof, plus repairs to structural timbers and historic brickwork.