Why The Chiltern Chalk Downs Are A Mixed Blessing

Anyone living in Berkshire will be at least a little familiar with the chalk downs that characterise so much of the landscape in the county and its neighbours, such as Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. This has both pros and cons for residents. On the plus side, much...

Can Hard Water Cause Dry Skin and Hair?

If you live in an area with hard water, such as the south east of England, and you go on holiday to an area with soft water, you may have noticed a change in your skin and hair. It feels silkier and softer, and needs less moisturiser or conditioner to keep it looking...