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When it gets to the colder, wetter months, and the garden’s being used less often, it’s handy to have somewhere to store all your tools.

The 3’6 x 2′ Forest Pent Midi Wooden Garden Storage has been reduced from £219.99 to £149.99 – but an extra discount takes another £7.49 off.

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3’6 x 2′ Forest Pent Midi Wooden Garden Storage
£142.49 (was £219.99)

In the autumn, wet and windy weather is more common, and it makes sense to want to keep everything safely stashed away indoors in preparation.

A garden shed is an easy solution for organising your outdoor space – but the useful addition doesn’t have to cost you a fortune.

Buy Sheds Direct has become a popular retailer to choose from a huge range of garden storage options, and there’s currently a sale on.

The Forest Pent Midi Wooden Garden Storage now costs £142.49 as there’s an extra 5% off automatically applied when you check out, and it’s a great option if you’re on a budget.

With 600L capacity, it’s compact but worth investing in if you don’t have a huge garden and need a shed that doesn’t take up too much space.

You could use it to keep gardening tools tucked away from rain to avoid weathering and rusting, but it could also fit a small lawnmower depending on size.

Made from natural timber, the shed would easily blend in with its outdoor surroundings, but it’s also pressure treated to protect it from damage, with a 15 year anti-rot guarantee.

Double doors make it easy to fill and access your essentials, so you can quickly reach what you need without having to sift through everything.

Keeping your house clean is also a benefit, as none of your dirty tools are being taken inside.

There’s no need to worry about security either, because the shed is built with a clasp for you to add your own padlock, so you lock everything away out of sight.

It’s also sensible to opt for a shed with a pent roof, because it allows water and snow to run-off easily, rather than sitting on top.

3’6 x 2′ Forest Pent Midi Wooden Garden Storage
£142.49 (was £219.99)

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June 20 (UPI) — Tesla Friday signed a $556.8 million agreement to build a grid-scale battery storage station in China.

The deal is with China Kangfu International Leasing Co., as well as the Shanghai local government.

It’s the first Tesla large-scale battery storage facility in China.

In a statement on Chinese social media site Weibo, Tesla said, “Tesla’s first grid-side energy storage power station project in mainland China has been officially signed.The grid-side energy storage power station is a ‘smart regulator’ for urban electricity, which can flexibly adjust grid resources.”

Tesla said that, when complete, this project is expected to become the largest grid-side energy storage project in China.

Utility-scale battery energy storage assists energy grid management by keeping supply and demand in balance. More is being built worldwide.

Tesla competed against two Chinese companies that offer similar products. CATL and automaker BYD have significant global market share in these battery storage products.

China plans to add nearly 5 gigawatts of electricity supply powered by batteries by the end of 2025, which would bring the total capacity to 40 gigawatts.

One simple trick can help you get plenty more cabin storage space on your cruise ship without having to upgrade to a suite or larger room on holiday

Brits heading on cruise holidays this summer won’t need to fork out for a cabin upgrade if they want extra storage, thanks to a simple but effective trick.

While cruise suites often come with perks like extra storage space, they’re not always within your budget; but opting for a cheaper cabin doesn’t mean you’ll need to pack a little more lightly. In fact, there’s one clever trick that cruise regulars swear by, and all you need to do is pack one extra item.

The insiders over at Cruise Critic revealed the trick, explaining: “In many onboard bathrooms, there’s just not enough space for all your toiletries, cosmetics, jewellery and other personal items you like to keep by the sink and shower. An old favourite trick of many cruisers is to hang up an over-the-door shoe organiser and fill the pockets not with footwear but with hairbrushes, detangling spray and other beauty needs. The cloth organisers are easily foldable to fit in your cruise luggage.”

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It wasn’t the only tip they had. If you’re packing lots of toiletries but think you won’t have enough space for things like your shampoo or razor, then the travel experts recommend also bringing a “magnetic or suction hooks to hang on doors and walls to hang toiletries from etc too”.

Of course one of the perks of cruises is that the ships don’t tend to have strict luggage limits, so you can often rock up with two large suitcases and a personal bag (although if you’ve booked a cruise that departs from abroad, check your airline’s luggage limits as these will apply!).

Whatever itinerary you’ve got planned, one cruise expert recently revealed the six items he recommends that you always pack. Out of those, there’s one easy mistake that a lot of people can avoid with a bit of planning.

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According to Bob McGowan, Chief Experience Officer at Ambassador Cruise Line, most people only pack a rucksack for shore excursions in mind, or poolside days on the deck. However, when it comes to the evening time, they suddenly find that they don’t have an appropriate bag for the restaurants and bars. He explained: “There is a common misconception that cruises are only about lounging around”. He explained that while you’ll want a backpack for your onshore excursions, it’s worth thinking about an evening bag too when you’re on the ship.

“Having a compact bag whilst at dinner, enjoying a show or popping to the bar can be handy – helping to avoid that moment of panic when you realise you’ve left your phone in the restaurant – whilst a rucksack is great for a big day of exploring once in port.”

Speaking of the evening, don’t forget to bring something a little fancier than your T-shirt and shorts combo for your adventures. He added: “Whilst the flamboyant and grandiose clothing once associated with cruising is less common now, it is definitely a good idea to bring along a smart outfit with gala dinners and speciality dining options often available on board. On most cruises there will be at least one black tie evening and it’s always better to be slightly overdressed than underprepared. Plus, you’re on holiday – the perfect excuse to get suited and booted for the occasion!”

Do you have a simple travel hack you want to share? Email us at [email protected].

Online store Buy Sheds Direct has cut the cost of a shed in its summer sale.

The storage solution has had its price slashed from £459.99 to £294.99 – that’s a saving of 35%.

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6′ x 4′ Forest 4Life Double Door Pent
Wooden Shed £294.99 (was £459.99)

With most of the summer stretching out ahead of us, it’s a great time to get the garden set up and ready for frequent use, and a shed can really come in handy.

The Forest 4Life Windowless Double Door Pent Wooden Shed is on sale at Buy Sheds Direct, an online retailer that specialises in garden storage.

It’s described on the listing as ‘tough and durable’, with a timber roof design that rainwater runs off, and it’s also pressure-treated to avoid the problem of wood rot.

Thanks to the treatment, there’s a 25-year guarantee, which is great for peace of mind when you’re making a larger purchase.

Even the site’s most affordable sheds have impressive discounts, and you can now snap one up for under £300, while they can be much more costly elsewhere.

The size of shed you’d need depends on your garden and also your storage needs – for a few items like gardening tools and a lawnmower, the 6ft x 4ft size is probably big enough, without taking over your space.

It comes with a free Yale combination padlock worth £15 too, so you can start using the shed immediately without worrying about security.

There is an end date for the sale though, so you’ll need to be quick if you want to get yourself a new shed before the discounts come to a close on Monday (June 9).

You will need to put the shed together yourself, because it’s delivered as interchangeable panels which means you can choose the placement of the doors to suit the layout of your garden.

The UK’s unpredictable weather can’t be avoided, and the shed’s timber roof design allows for rainwater to run off easily.

Owning a garden shed means you can tuck away your BBQ, parasol or any garden furniture at a moment’s notice, without having to lug anything into the house.

The brand also sells tiny homes like log cabins, garden offices, and playhouses, which are ideal if you’re thinking about making the most of your outdoor space without costly house extensions or rearrangements.

6′ x 4′ Forest 4Life Double Door Pent
Wooden Shed £294.99 (was £459.99)

Keen gardeners will also appreciate the space to store tools, lawnmowers and strimmers, without worrying about bringing dirt or mud inside.

If tackling the garden is the next task on your to-do list, you might want to have read of our list of the best chainsaws, as tested by The Sun’s Gardening Editor.

Amazon’s bestselling Flymo lawnmower is also on sale right now, if yours is due a replacement.

Or if you’re staying outside until late to really make the most of your outside space, we’ve tried out the best solar lights for the garden.

Alternatively, you could head to our garden and tools hub for more deals.