Growing Together: How Inverness Botanic Gardens Harnessed Innovation for Community Empowerment

Nestled in the heart of the Highlands, Inverness Botanic Gardens has been a beacon of nature, education, and inclusivity for over 20 years. Functioned by High Life Highland, this vibrant garden sanctuary is home to the GROW Project, a transformative initiative providing adults with additional support needs the chance to develop practical horticultural skills while enhancing […]

How to Design Your Dream Outdoor Oasis with QUICKBLOCK Furniture

Are you dreaming of a beautiful and functional outdoor space where you can relax, entertain, and enjoy the fresh air? Whether you have a spacious backyard or a tiny balcony, designing your dream outdoor oasis can be a fun and rewarding project. But where do you start? That’s where QUICKBLOCK furniture comes in. With our […]

It’s time to get back outdoors in Prep For Spring Gardens

The birds are beginning to get more vocal, the nights are finally getting lighter. It’s time to take our cues from nature to think about preparing the garden for Spring/Summer. springing to life Whilst gardens and allotments were looking lifeless and bleak over the early months of the year, things are now springing to life […]

Our good practice tips for Avian Influenza

One of the biggest fears of working with poultry is the threat of avian flu. Detection of the infection in your animal pens can cause widespread mortality and will trigger a mass cull followed by strict cleaning and disinfection processes.

Well-sheltered animal pens this Winter

If you work outdoors or in the agricultural sectors, you’ll already be feeling the slightly colder weather of the Autumnal seasons kicking in and before you know it, Winter will have arrived. Here at QUICKBLOCK, we understand the importance of keeping your live stock well protected from the elements so we’ve put together some our top tips for animal pens heading into colder climes.

Stay dry in a wildlife hide this Winter

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Living in the UK can mean several challenges when you’re a keen wildlife spotter. One of which is the Great British weather. You can always rely on it to perform exactly the opposite to what’s been forecast! From unexpected showers to bursts of lovely warm sunshine, it’s important to dress appropriately and prepare for every eventuality when you’re out in the countryside.

Outdoor planters for Recycle Week 2022

Recycle Week is almost upon us, which is Recycle Now’s flagship annual event celebrating recycling across the nation. The campaign was created to encourage the public to recycle more of the right things, more often which is supported by the government, media, large retailers and brands and waste management companies.

Spot us at the Game Fair this July

The team here at QUICKBLOCK are very excited to be attending The Game Fair 2022 this summer with our very own custom exhibition stand. The Game Fair brings together like-minded individuals with shared interests in country pursuits and a real passion for the Great British countryside.

Top creative uses for pop-up buildings

There are many uses for pop-up buildings and the most common use that springs to mind is in the retail or hospitality sectors with the likes of pop-up shops or pop-up bars. A recent change in their landscape, thanks to the pandemic, has meant they have had to adapt and become more flexible with uncertain trading conditions.

The rise of sustainable building materials

Sustainable building materials are named as such when they have a low environmental impact compared to traditional building materials. It means they are sourced sustainably ensuring there is a circular supply chain and are energy efficient in production.