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Five ways a blanket can help you relax

With Relaxation Day on 15th August, it’s the perfect time to hit pause and indulge in some well-deserved rest. Here are five ways a blanket can help you relax.

August 15, 2024 — Bethan John

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Long Weekend Luxury: plan the perfect Easter at home

With the long Easter weekend on the horizon, we are all about embracing those cosy, cherished moments at home. Here's our guide to adding a sprinkle of indulgence and a splash of warmth to your Easter plans, all wrapped up in the comfort of a wool blanket.

March 21, 2024 — Bethan John

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5 Reasons Our Random Recycled Wool Blankets Are Instant Best-Sellers

5 Reasons Our Random Recycled Wool Blankets Are Instant Best-Sellers Our much-loved Random Recycled Wool blankets are woven from remnant yarns saved from the spinning industry. They’re flying off our...

November 02, 2023 — Bethan John

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5 Cosy Autumn Activities (where your new blanket is the star)

In this blog post, we'll explore five delightful autumn activities where your new wool blanket from The British Blanket Company will come into its own.

October 16, 2023 — Bethan John

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Pick the Perfect Picnic Blanket

Pick the Perfect Picnic Blanket: A Buyer's Guide Planning a delightful picnic outing in the great outdoors? One essential item you can't overlook is a picnic blanket. But with so...

June 07, 2023 — Bethan John

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How To Plan The Perfect Autumn Picnic

A cosy picnic is one of our favourite outdoor autumn activities in the UK. From the most magical British picnic spots to warming recipes, our tips can help you host the perfect autumn picnic. Roll up your waterproof picnic blanket, pack your hamper and read on for picnic inspiration.

October 22, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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How to transform your small terrace into a cosy retreat

For those who don't have a She Shed or a beautiful garden with space for a BBQ, you can still do something special with your small terrace or balcony. In fact, with these...

July 15, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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