Damien, Author at Fencing and Landscaping News

Damien

THE POLYMER ADVANTAGE WHY MODERN GATE HARDWARE IS REDEFINING PERFORMANCE

Damien 18th August 2026

When most fencing professionals think about gate hardware, strength and durability are often the first considerations. For decades, those qualities were synonymous with metal. Hinges, latches and locks were almost exclusively manufactured from steel or other metals because they provided the robustness needed for everyday use. Today, however, advances in engineering polymers are challenging those […]Read More

YOUR CHANCE TO SHOWCASE EXCELLENCE GET YOUR UK FENCING AWARDS

Damien 18th August 2026

The Association of Fencing Industries (AFI) is pleased to announce that the entry deadline for the 2026 UK Fencing Awards has been extended until mid August, giving businesses and individuals across the fencing industry additional time to showcase their achievements. The extension follows requests from companies keen to submit entries but needing a little more […]Read More

THE LIFE OF A ‘FENCING WIFIE’

Damien 18th August 2026

It’s said that marriage is a partnership where boundaries are often tested. In the case of Scottish couple, Margaret and Gordon Nobes, boundaries are frequently created! Margaret, who has established an online identity as ‘the fencing wifie’ through her presence on Instagram, has been working at the coalface on the ‘fence line’ with Gordon for […]Read More

WHO LEADS THE FIELD?

Damien 18th August 2026

Find out at APF 2026 as the UK’s top fencers go head to head. McVeigh Parker who are the sponsors and organisers of the British Open and British Speed Competition, have welcomed a record number of entries from across the UK and beyond. Expect a showcase of skill, endurance and innovation from the industries finest […]Read More

DRIVING THE EVOLUTION OF EQUINE FENCING: WHY SPECIALISATION MATTERS

Damien 18th August 2026

The equestrian industry has changed significantly over the last decade. Horse owners, breeders and equestrian professionals are no longer looking for fencing that simply marks a boundary, they’re investing in systems that prioritise horse safety, deliver long-term durability and minimise maintenance without compromising appearance. As these expectations continue to grow, so too must the technology […]Read More

Not All Green Treatment Is the Same… So what are

Damien 12th May 2026

✔️ Proven performance in UK ground conditions Used across the UK agricultural sector, not just specified, but trusted. ✔️ High-spec UC4 (5.3% Treatment) Above standard treatment levels, designed for real longevity, not just compliance. ✔️ Deep incising for maximum penetration Ensuring preservative reaches where it matters most, improving durability from the inside out. ✔️ Independently […]Read More

APF 2026 – BRITISH OPEN FENCING COMPETITIONS OPEN FOR BOOKINGS

Damien 10th May 2026

APF 2026 and McVeigh Parker have announced that applications are now open for anyone wanting to enter the British Open Fencing or British Open Speed Fencing Competitions. Both events are the most prestigious and high energy competitions in the UK and will attract the best fencers in Britain. Both events will take place during APF […]Read More

PEAK PERFORMANCE FROM PROFENCER

Damien 9th May 2026

Richard Eley of Derbyshire firm Eley Agri Services wouldn’t be without his Profencer yet he’s only had one for a couple of weeks. “It just takes the stress out of the working day,” exclaimed Richard “and I can’t imagine working without it now. It’s a damn site faster and handier than employing traditional methods […]Read More

STIHL UNVEILS LIMITED CENTENNIAL EDITION MS 500i

Damien 8th May 2026

To mark its 100th anniversary, STIHL has released a limited centennial edition of the MS 500i, its flagship high-performance petrol chainsaw designed for professional forestry applications. First introduced in 2019, the MS 500i was the world’s first series-produced petrol chainsaw with electronically controlled fuel injection, setting a new benchmark for throttle response and power delivery […]Read More

Louise takes some drastic action in a pot bound situation

Damien 7th May 2026

I’ve lived in my current house for a scary amount of time. Over several decades I’ve seen my garden develop and gradually change over time, however there are certain perennial plants that come back year after year. I welcome them back as old friends that signal the change of seasons. They bring their colour, beauty […]Read More