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Jon Brocklebank using the Stihl HLA 140 Cordless Long Reach Hedge Trimmer at Barnsdale Gardens

Stihl HLA 140 Cordless Long Reach Hedge Trimmer

We tested the Stihl HLA 140 Cordless Long Reach Hedge Trimmer on taller hedges at Barnsdale Gardens. Powerful, quiet and highly adjustable, it handled a range of hedge-cutting tasks with...

Stihl HLA 140 Cordless Long Reach Hedge Trimmer

We tested the Stihl HLA 140 Cordless Long Reach Hedge Trimmer on taller hedges at Barnsdale Gardens. Powerful, quiet and highly adjustable, it handled a range of hedge-cutting tasks with...

Gardena AquaZoom Compact Oscillating Sprinkler

Gardena AquaZoom Compact Oscillating Sprinkler

We put the Gardena AquaZoom Compact Sprinkler to work across the allotment and gardens at Barnsdale. With adjustable spray width, excellent stability and even water coverage, it’s a smart solution...

Gardena AquaZoom Compact Oscillating Sprinkler

We put the Gardena AquaZoom Compact Sprinkler to work across the allotment and gardens at Barnsdale. With adjustable spray width, excellent stability and even water coverage, it’s a smart solution...

Self propelled petrol mower review: Jon Brocklebank mowing lawn with Mountfield SP185 rotary lawn mower

Mountfield SP185 Self-propelled Petrol Lawn Mower

Looking for a reliable self-propelled mower for a medium to large lawn? We tested the Mountfield SP185 Petrol Rotary Lawn Mower at Barnsdale Gardens. Powerful, easy to use and versatile...

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Mountfield SP185 Self-propelled Petrol Lawn Mower

Looking for a reliable self-propelled mower for a medium to large lawn? We tested the Mountfield SP185 Petrol Rotary Lawn Mower at Barnsdale Gardens. Powerful, easy to use and versatile...

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Jon Brocklebank trimming topiary in the Country Garden at Barnsdale Gardens

Niwaki Sentei Topiary Clippers

Looking for precision when clipping box and topiary? We tested the Niwaki Sentei Topiary Clippers at Barnsdale Gardens. Lightweight, razor sharp and beautifully balanced, they’re perfect for fine trimming and...

Niwaki Sentei Topiary Clippers

Looking for precision when clipping box and topiary? We tested the Niwaki Sentei Topiary Clippers at Barnsdale Gardens. Lightweight, razor sharp and beautifully balanced, they’re perfect for fine trimming and...

Jon Brocklebank using Bulldog Treaded Tree Planting Spear 28" - Ash Handle with Metal D Shaped Grip - 5518112850 at Barnsdale Gardens

Bulldog Treaded Tree Planting Spear

We tested the Burgon & Ball Tree Planter Spear (Spade) at Barnsdale Gardens and it impressed us straight away. Strong, compact and ideal for heavy ground, it’s a brilliant specialist...

Bulldog Treaded Tree Planting Spear

We tested the Burgon & Ball Tree Planter Spear (Spade) at Barnsdale Gardens and it impressed us straight away. Strong, compact and ideal for heavy ground, it’s a brilliant specialist...

Jon Brocklebank winter pruning Apple tree at Barnsdale gardens with Niwaki Moku Folding Saw

Niwaki Moku Folding Saw

Compact, lightweight and razor sharp — we tested the Niwaki Moku Pruning Saw on fine pruning work. With a high-carbon Japanese steel blade and beautifully finished wooden handle, it’s ideal...

Niwaki Moku Folding Saw

Compact, lightweight and razor sharp — we tested the Niwaki Moku Pruning Saw on fine pruning work. With a high-carbon Japanese steel blade and beautifully finished wooden handle, it’s ideal...