Outdoor living has become a real extension of the home, not just a summer extra. The same applies to cafés, pubs and local businesses wanting to make the most of their outside space. At Lakeside Blinds, we’re seeing more homeowners and businesses across Gloucestershire choosing awnings as a practical, stylish way to add shade, comfort and control.
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Lakeside Blinds has always been about more than just fitting window coverings. As homes evolve, glazing gets bigger, shapes get bolder, and outdoor living becomes part of everyday life, we’ve seen a clear shift in what local homeowners need. Increasingly, it’s about expert guidance as much as it is about the product itself.
That’s why, our ...

It might only be January, but if last summer taught Gloucestershire homeowners anything, it’s that planning early makes all the difference ☀️ At Lakeside Blinds, we’re already seeing strong interest from homeowners across Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Cirencester, Tewkesbury and the surrounding villages who want to be ready before the warmer weather ...
Many people think of spring as something that begins around the equinox later in March, when the days feel noticeably longer and the weather finally starts to lift. In reality, spring begins earlier than that, at least from a meteorological point of view.
In the UK, meteorological spring starts on 1 March, a date used by organisations such ...

Cheltenham’s architectural elegance makes it an ideal setting for Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2026, Cloud Dancer (PANTONE 11-4201). This refined white offers softness without sacrificing sophistication — a combination that works beautifully across Regency townhouses, period villas and modern Gloucestershire homes alike.
Cloud Dancer (PANTONE ...