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Spring bank holiday opening times for B&Q, Homebase and Wickes Sam Johnson

The now closed Wickes store at Robin Park

Giant DIY store closes after years at retail park Charles Graham

B&Q and Screwfix will open more than 100 new stores this year

B&Q and Screwfix plan to open more than 100 new stores this year Sam Johnson

Drivers are being warned not to attempt a new TikTok craze of attempting to defrost a car windscreen with WD-40.

Drivers warned to avoid this TikTok hack to defrost car windscreen Sam Johnson

Best cordless drills: DIY with hammer drills, combi and impact drills

Which is the best cordless drill for at-home DIY? Nick Moyle

Stacey and her team are here to help!

New Channel 4 show is looking for contributors left high and dry by builders. Miles Goodwin

Wilko has announced the launch of its first ever Click and Collect service which allows shoppers to pick up everyday essentials”via one convenient trip”.

Wilko announces launch of first ever Click and Collect service Sophie Wills

Aldi has launched a new energy saving home range to help customers save money

Aldi launch new energy saving home range to help customers save money Chelsie Sewell

A pair of tastefully posed Christmas crackers at The Ivy in the Lanes

Expert shares tips how to have an eco-friendly Christmas in 2022 Benjamin Jackson

Nearly half of homeowners discover unknown nightmares after moving in – includin... Richard Jenkins

Get crafty this Halloween with these budget-friendly ideas

7 budget-friendly decoration ideas and crafts to try this Halloween Christine Emelone

These are the top 20 activities it's 'too hot' for Richard Jenkins

Over a quarter of Brits look for a well-presented van when employing a tradesper... Richard Jenkins

Struggling Brits looking to cut back on their spending are being offered helpful advice on the easy changes they can make to save cash

Top 21 simple hacks to help you save cash Sue Wilkinson

How to turn your humble garden shed into an at-home gin bar with a little help f... Richard Jenkins

Most Brits like to make a meal out of doing DIY jobs, study finds Floriane Laroche

Green-fingered homeowners spent more time renovating their gardens than any room... Floriane Laroche

Alan Coleman with dad and business founder Graham

Generous Wigan company provides free desks for families home-schooling Andrew Nowell

The trick with DIY is to start small and make sure you have the right tools.

10 top tips for DIY success - from choosing tools to tackling big projects Gordon Holmes

After painting a room, you can step back and see what you've accomplished

LUKE MARSDEN: Forget walks, it's DIY helping to relieve the boredom now Luke Marsden

Top tips to avoid cold weather problems at home. (Picture: Shutterstock)

How to avoid common winter problems in your home - from broken boilers to mould Jon Ball

Frozen pipes are one of winter's greatest nuisances, but they needn't be too much hassle if you know what to do (Photo: Shutterstock)

Cold weather means frozen and burst pipes - here's how to fix them safely Alex Nelson

New research reveals the most house proud areas of the UK Floriane Laroche

If you want to save some money, here's how to make a pumpkin spice latte at home (Photo: Shutterstock)

You can make a pumpkin spice latte at home for only 63p per serving - here's how Rosalind Erskine

Don’t be surprised if hotels ask you about your health history before you attend (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here's what to expect on your next spa visit or spa hotel stay Rosalind Erskine

Are you interested in trying condiment flavoured ice cream? (Photo: Heinz)

You can now get DIY ketchup, mayonnaise and salad cream flavoured ice cream kits Rhona Shennan

How lockdown has led to 'Band Aid Britain', with millions of homes in disrepair Sally Burton

Lockdown learning boosts career prospects of under-35s Gay Bolton

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9 tips on laying paving slabs in your garden - and what materials you’ll need Alex Nelson

Lockdown learning is leading to a new skills boom John Smith

Celebrate music’s independent spirit with online festival Peter Ormerod

The late Joe Egan is survived by his wife Linda

Tributes paid to much-loved Wigan ex-pat, son of rugby league legend Liam Soutar

Crafty ways to ease your family's stress during lockdown Gay Bolton

Former Wigan prop Danny Sculthorpe

Danny Sculthorpe's tips to help beat boredom during lockdown Phil Wilkinson

Are your design skills up to scratch? (Photo: Shutterstock)

You can now get paid to be an interior designer on Animal Crossing - here’s how Claire Schofield

You gave your answers to our survey and we've been breaking them down.

This is what Wigan Post readers think about easing the lockdown Tom Sandells

Lockdown traffic creeps up as drivers head out for booze and DIY supplies Matt Allan

Those in key worker roles were remembered in solemn silence on Tuesday

CHARLES GRHAM - Impatience could lead to fatal mistakes Charles Graham

These are the nation's top chosen hobbies during lock down Sally Burton

The DIY and garden store is opening up 20 of its stores on Saturday (2 May) (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s the full list of the 20 Homebase stores that have reopened in the UK Claire Schofield

B&Q, Frith Street, Wigan

Wigan's B&Q store has reopened Liam Soutar

B&Q is reopening a further 61 stores from Wednesday April 22, after initially opening 14 branches last weekend (Photo: Shutterstock)

B&Q reopens 75 UK branches with social distancing measures in place - here’s the... Helen Johnson

Magnum is giving away free DIY ice cream kits - here's how to get one Rosalind Erskine