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We have a very old Rayburn Stove that can burn just about anything. Because it is so old, it is easy to take apart and repair; easier than the newer models. It does have its foebles, but it was cheap to buy and provides us with central central heating, cooking and hot water. It is kept alight just a...

This site looks great ! I think it definitely needs looking in to. Thanks
Tony

The powers that be can also come onto your own land and dip diesel vehicles unless they are registered for agricultural use, which does not include landrovers. I know, because they came onto our holding, but I am a law abiding citizen...so all ok
Tony

If you have only radiators upstairs and a hot water tank, the system will work by convection, so no pump needed. Put the tank inline before the radiators. Hope this helps.
Tony

I have borrowed a copy from the local library; rather than buy one. I find Bob Flowerdew's books are probably 1 part information to 9 parts inspiration.His best book, I think, is his first book about organic gardening, but that does not stop me having many of his books, just for the inspiration ! Tony

I have only just learned of the problems using the term "urban Homestead". At one time the Dervais site was "Path To Freedom". I agree it is a shame that all this has come about...it will end in tears. After all, we are all on the same side, fighting the same cause and showing th...

I follow a site www.urbanhomestead.org . Maybe not relevant to us in Britain, but the family actually make a living from their yard and lectures, but they do a lot more . Lots of food for thought.
Tony

Hi Boboff,
Thanks for the comfrey roots; arrived safely today . I have pm'ed you for your address.
Many thanks. Tony

I have found that the more I am outdoors, the better I feel . Mind you, with the rain p£$^$n down, sometimes it is easier, but not better, to stay indoors.
Tony

Been there have the teeshirt lol.

Tony

Welshmum, You have just mentioned you are an outsider from all of 11 miles away ! What is worse is that you STOLE a local lad from the clutches of the local lasses ! What a crime; do you not realise the seriousness of it all ? Seriously though, I also live in a small Welsh village, but my family are...

I would agree with Sarah; we have high rainfall and poor drainage. Raised beds drain better and that allows the soil to warm up more quickly. Don't make the beds too wide, just wide enough to reach across, which means you are not tempted to stand on the beds which would compact the soil.
Tony

Hi Boboff,
Rhubarb and Jerusalem artichokes are both good robust and useful plants. They both yield a lot more if fed well and fresh plants started off from roots every couple of years. Nettles are great human and plant food.
Tony

Hello Boboff,
If you still have some comfrey roots, I would love to give them a good home I would gladly cover postage and more. :Many, many thanks in anticipation.Tony

Snow and Polytunnels; We had to remove 2ft (60cm) snow from ours. The frame is very strong, but the poly bit was being stretched. We live in a VERY windy area and pt stands up to weather ok.