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Since 1992 The Homebuilding & Renovating Show has been a major pull for self-builders, renovators and home improvers.

This week, the flag ship event will be held at the NEC in Birmingham - so if you are building your home from scratch, building a major extension, remodeling your home or just keen to integrate stay up to date with the latest developments, head to the West Midlands between Thursday 10th April and Sunday 13th April. Remember, it’s not just for professionals.

If a Bank Holiday weekend of DIY has left you feeling hungry for more, you might be ready for the ultimate challenge: building your own home. Like anything else, cutting out the middle man saves a lot of money, and self building offers huge potential savings. Which is where the Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon can help. An temple to all ambitious DIYers, it offers reams of free advice with educational displays, advice centres with experts on hand, an interactive Renovation Zone, two audio tours/guides, plus weekly seminars, live demos and events.

If you’re thinking of buying a second home in the country but can’t afford the prices, look up Soutra Timber Frame. A Devon-based company ,  it specialises in timber frames, offering an inexpensive, quick  way  to build an eco-friendly alternative to modern day housing. A two-bedroom house costs from just £44k, and Soutra can also build garages, barns and mansions. An ideal solution for those overwhelmed by soaring land prices.