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A guide to Ireland's best sea swimming spots

From parking and wheelchair access, to toilets and lifeguards - here's a quick guide to some of the best places for sea swimming in Ireland Image via Lighthouse Dublin With such a wide coastline and so many options, it can be hard to decide…

Make your own wild nettle soup

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To make use of stinging nettles growing in your garden or neighbouring hedgerows, Leonie Cornelius shares her recipe for wild nettle soup with vetch pea

Solid perfumes and deodorants to try

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These will save you weight, space and spills in your luggage this summer

Raise money for Mountain Rescue Ireland

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Support the work of Mountain Rescue Ireland's volunteers and take on the 5KMay challenge

Five everyday items to swap for reusable ones once and for all

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If you’re making a conscious effort to make more sustainable choices (well done you!), here are five everyday, often single-use, items you can easily swap for reusable ones

Nominate your favourite LGBTQ+ charity

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This is something to smile about! Spotlight Oral Care are donating all profits from their Gleaming with Pride campaign to an LGBTQ+ charity voted for by the public