The garden of our home can be an awkward thing to keep secure. After all it is outdoors and not many of us are able to keep an eye on it 24/7.

However, there are some simple tips you can follow to make sure it is secured, away from people and creatures who might want in.

• Fences and walls are an obvious solution. A solid perimeter around your garden space is a great way to maintain some basic security.
• A metal shed is a great way to keep things safe, that you might normally leave lying around. Metal sheds can be locked shut and are much stronger than standard wooden models.
• Some security cameras overlooking the garden will not only record intruders entering, but scare of those who can see what they are for.
• Unwelcoming plants like nettles and thorns are great at keeping unwanted wildlife out.