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£1,000 rent for a room in a Clapham shared flat

A 28-year-old tenant shares his experience of renting a room in a converted council flat in Clapham for £1,000 per month, living with his landlord who is also a friend. Discover the pros and cons of this London living arrangement.

A Lonely Chapel That Whispers and Roars

Explore the haunting beauty of St Mary's Chapel in the Peak District, where nature's whispers and roars tell a story of solitude and resilience. Discover this hidden gem's history and atmosphere.

A 1975 Winter Walk in Sussex's Seven Sisters Park

Revisiting a 1975 country diary entry exploring the Seven Sisters cliffs and Cuckmere Haven. Discover the timeless beauty of this protected Sussex coastline and its wildlife. Read the full account.

Rare Marsh Sandpiper Spotted in Scotland

An eight-year-old's country diary recounts the thrilling sighting of a rare marsh sandpiper in East Lothian, a bird typically found in Africa or India during winter.

Bristol couple's £1,200 rental: Mould and love

Hannah and Scott rent a £1,200 pcm flat in Bristol's Clifton. They battle mould and single glazing but love their cosy home. Discover their unique renting journey and future plans.

Olsen slams Hugh Grant's Bridget Jones character

Elizabeth Olsen reveals why Hugh Grant's Daniel Cleaver is no romantic hero in Bridget Jones's Diary. The actress also shares her thoughts on love triangles and finding happiness.

Song Thrush's Winter Melody: A Chorus of Joy

Discover how the Song Thrush transforms winter's gloom with its powerful, repetitive melody. This bird's persistent song brings unexpected joy to grey November days. Listen closely next time you walk.

Only 2% of tenant complaints lead to enforcement

Exclusive data shows English councils prosecuted just 64 landlords despite 300,000 tenant complaints about unfit housing. New rights may remain 'symbolic' without proper funding.

Renters' Rights Act Start Date: May 2026

The UK Government confirms the Renters' Rights Act starts May 1, 2026, ending Section 21 evictions. Discover what the new tenant protections mean for you.

Council tenants endure winter with broken windows

Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.

London landlord finds tenant secretly running Airbnb

A Shepherd's Bush landlord made a startling discovery when he found his property being illegally sublet on Airbnb while the tenant claimed to be working abroad. The investigation reveals how London's rental crisis is creating new challenges for property o

London landlord finds tenant's secret cannabis farm

A North London landlord uncovered his tenant's double life after finding the property abandoned and transformed into an illegal cannabis farm, sparking a police investigation and highlighting rental property risks.

1950 diary reveals Hampstead's vanishing dragonflies

A poignant rediscovery of a 1950 nature diary reveals alarming insights about the dramatic decline of dragonfly populations around Hampstead Heath's ponds, serving as a stark warning about biodiversity loss.

The hidden costs of renting from friends

Discover why mixing money with friendship in rental arrangements often leads to strained relationships and financial headaches, as The Guardian investigates this growing trend.

Landlord hid cat in ceiling during inspection

Shocking case reveals landlord concealed tenant's cat in ceiling during inspection, highlighting urgent need for rental reform as government delays crucial legislation.

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