Without doubt, one of the best village events in Hampshire is happening this Saturday afternoon – the Old Alresford Village Fair. It has something for everyone including the famous duck race, dog show, pottery wheel demonstration, tug of war and the ever popular wellie throwing competition! Perfect if you want to get a taste of … Read More
There are many haunted buildings in Hampshire – one of Portsmouth’s most famous is Wymering Manor. It was investigated by televisions ‘Most Haunted Live’ in 2006, where cold spots, strange tapping noises and the sound of a baby screaming were amongst the phenomena reported by the team. The imposing property went up for sale in … Read More
Over the past couple of weeks, during the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations, there has been much talk in the press about how the housing market differs now from 50 years ago. Now, as in 1952, the market is suffering under a cloud of austerity, but over the past 5 decades the market has been through periods of … Read More
Buying that illusive ‘perfect property’ these days seems to many people like a wild goosechase! The market is volatile, many properties seem to come and go before you get a chance to even take a look, and when you do find a house you love, securing and negotiating terms on it can be fraught, and … Read More
According to estimates by Nationwide Building Society, Buckingham Palace has gone up in value by 9000% since the Queen came to the throne, from being worth a cool £11m in 1952 to closer to £1bn now according to Nationwide’s estimates. Not only that but during the Queen’s reign the average UK house price has increased … Read More
On the 3rd Sunday of May every year the market town of New Alresford closes the streets to traffic and hosts the nationally acclaimed Watercress Festival.. this year that means this Sunday 20th May. Watercress, the recognised super food, packed with 15 health giving vitamins and nutrients, is a locally grown crop which now draws … Read More
If you are looking for a stunning property with outstanding views in a prime location, then look no further. Take a look at this exciting development of six new homes in Blue Ball Hill that have been designed by renowned architect Huw Thomas. Perched up near St Giles Hill, you have a birds eye view … Read More
Basingstoke, in North West Hampshire, has over the years suffered from some less than positive reviews, however Basingstoke has a lot going for it if you are searching for a property in Hampshire. Basingstoke is often mistaken for a New Town, since it’s population exploded in the sixties when it became one of the … Read More
Who needs them when we have this wonderful event happening right on our doorstep? Winchester Fashion Week ties in nicely with the Queens Diamond Jubilee theme, and also provides yet another great tourist attraction for this ever popular town. I wonder if we will spot any celebs on the front row?
Mortgage rates for new borrowers are continuing to rise. In the past week alone at least 10 lenders, including some of the UK’s biggest, have announced rate rises for people taking out new deals. Also, Bank of England figures show that the average two-year fixed rate deal, with a 25% deposit, has risen from 2.9% … Read More