to school with one or two adults – is an excellent way to get a bit of exercise before school, save fuel and also save the environment. A triple whammy! If a Walking Bus is not possible, then start up a lift-share scheme. Instead of each pupil coming

1.    Don’t forget to pack a stash of old carrier bags when you go Christmas present shopping. Okay, so they might not look as attractive as brand new ones, but it’s far more eco-friendly.2.    If you must send traditional paper Christmas cards, as opposed to e-cards, make sure t...

What do Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel have in common? They are both fans of Envirosax reusable bags. How many plastic bags do you use with your shopping? We're very much hoping you're gonna say 'None!' because there's absolutely no excuse for using environmentally unfriendly...

There’s something fishy going on at Selfridges… From May 11 to June 12 the department store is partnering with environmental and conservation groups to celebrate the ocean and all the fishy friends that live within it. Highlighting the fact that our oceans are under serious threa...

destination The Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) has a strict code of conduct for its members, encouraging them to protect the environment, respect local cultures, and minimise pollution. One tip they offer families is to teach your children a

Holiday closer to home There are plenty of places to holiday in the UK that offer you the chance to make a much smaller carbon footprint than you would catching the plane to a far-flung destination. What’s more, you can opt for increasingly exotic UK breaks. Opt to stay in The Tr...

Turning your garden into a happy haven for wildlife helps the environment, provides hours of fun for children, educates them about nature – and makes it aesthetically appealing. Here are top tips for attracting insects and animals into your garden

Beaneasy Dream €1,295   Designed to echo the shape of a mother’s womb, the ethos of the Beaneasy Dream is all about cocooning your baby in safe and snug surroundings to provide the perfect secure, nurturing environment. Judges’ comment“There’s a

Warm, radiant and good for the environment, Earthborn Paints have created a gorgeous range of clay and water based paints that are free of oils, acrylics and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Earthborn are the only paint company in the UK

environment, here families are free to wander through the park’s 500 acres without constraint, interacting with nature and modern sculpture alike. This combination of down to earth accessibility and a collection of sculptures by some of the leading artists