SEPT 2022MAGAZINELIFESTYLE NEWSPROPERTY HEATING MONEY TIPS WAYS TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR HEATING WORLD GRATITUDE DAY FIND OUT ABOUT THE POWER OF BEING THANKFUL SEPTEMBER GARDENING PREPARE YOUR GARDEN FOR NEXT YEAR BACK TO SCHOOL GETTING YOUR KIDS READY TO GET BACK INTO ROUTINE YOUR AUTUMN HOME PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR AUTUMN
Jonathan Wheatley Editor
Summer will officially end on Friday 23rd of September, which, this year, will be the first day of autumn. Early to mid-September is when we will begin to feel the colder temperatures creeping in as we leave the summertime, and it will get nippy before you even know it. So, why not get ahead of the curve and start preparing your home for the autumn weeks now, rather than wait for the new season to take you by surprise? There are many tasks you can undertake to prepare your home for autumn.
REDECORATE Because you’ll likely be spending a lot more time indoors during the autumn weeks, it might be time for a change of décor, which would provide your home with a fresh and new, seasonal feel. Subtle yellows, rich 13 Autumn Movie Previews Blockbusters to look out for in the cimena over the month
The sporting season is well and truly underway, and this month, the BMW PGA Championship tees off, and for all you golfing fans, on pages 14 & 15 we have the ultimate golfing guide. So, get cosy as the nights start to creep in, and enjoy this month’s magazine.
INSULATION According to various studies, it’s been determined that insulating your home well can significantly reduce your energy bills, particularly during the colder months with the increased usage of central heating. Insulating your external doors, and ensuring there is no draft coming through into the home, can mean less need for the heating to be on as high, and will also mean less loss of heat. Keyholes and letterboxes should also be dealt with to prevent air gaps, and any holes or openings leading to outside.
16 About us Get to know us a little better and see why we are your agent of choice 34 Our latest instructions Take a look at a selection of our latest properties on the market 24 Your home move Your guide to help you every step of the way on your home move 2 PROPERTY NEWS CONTENTS 2 74 COVER STORY LIFESTYLE PROPERTY Your Autumn Home Prepare your home for the autumn months Back to School Ensure your little ones get back into the school routine World Gratitude Day Express gratitude and bring change into your life 6 Autumn TV It’s a new tv series kind of autumn, we have the new series for you this September10 Monthly gardening Get ahead of your garden, ready for next year 14 SPORT BMW PGA Championships The European Tour’s flagship events starts this month 12 Save Money Top tips to help you save money now it’s time to turn the heating back on WELCOME TO THE SEPT ISSUE! Wow! What a summer we have had. The temperature records were broken again and again, and at points we were hotter than the Med! Now though, the weather is starting to turn, and Autumn is on its way. This month, with this in mind, we start looking at ways to get your home Autumn and Winter ready. On page 12, we have a guide on how to save money on your heating this year, while moving outside, we have our usual monthly gardening guide, full of jobs to get prepared for next WithSpring.thesummer coming to an end, it can only mean one thing: the start of a new school year. On pages 4 & 5, we have a guide to help your child settle back in, whether it’s their first year or third. Meanwhile, on pages 8 & 9, we look at nutritious school lunch ideas to keep your child happy and full during the days. With Autumn coming, we look at some of the hottest TV shows coming this month, and if you are after something on the silver screen, on page 13 we have you covered too.
DECLUTTER It’s likely you will have a lot of stuff just sitting around your home that you’ve completely forgotten about, and, more importantly, probably don’t even need any more. You can donate a lot of things to charity organisations, even furniture. Kitchen items, as well as those found in the kitchen cupboards, and clothes can also be given away to those more in need, including at food banks if you’re donating consumables. Getting rid of bric-a-brac and decluttering your home like this will create so much more room in your living space, allowing you to enjoy more space with which to be creative and/or include more important things, like additional furniture.
PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR THE AUTUMN MONTHS
WARMER LIGHTING Autumn will mean longer nights, so keeping your lighting low will be wise because it will create a calm feel for the longer evenings. More LED bulbs, and floor and table lights in your living space will help achieve this. A fireplace, likewise, can help provide warm lighting in your living space. Pendant lights can also help enhance your living space and provide warmth cosiness.and PREPARE GARDENTHE Autumn is the most optimum time of the year providesthegardenersforbecausecoolerweatherplentyof
Autumn is on the horizon and the hot weather will soon be replaced with the cooler months of autumn oranges and deep red tones with earthy browns, for example, will bring out the essence of autumn really well. A new colour scheme in your home will help create a warming, homely environment, and one which will reflect nicely the aesthetics of the new season.
benefits for plants. Getting your garden prepped for the colder months now, before the time comes when you’d much rather be snuggled up inside your warm home, would be a wise move. The Autumn also means the soil’s moist and has a warm texture, making it ideal conditions for any gardener. Cutting back perennials that have died down, dividing herbaceous perennials, making leaf mould, moving tender plants into a greenhouse or conservatory, and harvesting apples, pears, grapes and nuts, are all basic gardening tasks one should undertake in preparation for the colder months.
Furthermore, a garden studio isn’t just for the summertime. If it’s insulated well, and keeps occupants nice and warm, an outside garden studio tailored for the colder temperatures is an ideal way to expand your living space and create more space in your home.
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CLEANING Summer is the month when we are typically spending more time away from our homes, as we want to enjoy the warm weather as much as we can while it’s here and bask in the sunshine outside. So, the urgency to keep your home internally clean and as presentable as possible isn’t necessarily a thing yet, at least until the colder months arrive and you’ll be spending much more time indoors. But giving your home a deep clean now, ready for when autumn arrives, will save you a lot of time and hassle come late September. We suggest starting with the kitchen, as it’s perhaps the most complicated room for a deep clean when you consider the oven, which should also be cleaned thoroughly. If you have a fireplace, this should also get some cleaning attention.
A new school year does not just mean they are another year older, but can bring new qualifications to work towards, new lessons, new friends and new expectations to prepare for the future.
The joyous holidays will soon be over, so make sure you have your plans underway AFTER THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS
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Six entire weeks without homework, exams and stress is blissful.
HOW YOU CAN HELP YOUR CHILDREN FIT BACK INTO SCHOOL LIFE
Many parents and carers may get stuck in an endless loop of attempting to tell how their little ones are feeling based on how they are acting. Taking notes of any slight change in behaviour, appetite or anything else, before heading onto the internet to browse through endless forums and advice pages to find out what they can mean, can be exhausting. There is a very easy get around for thisspeak to your child.
By opening up the conversation and just asking them how they are feeling ahead of the new school year, you will find out so Considermuch. sitting down with your child and ask them how they are feeling about going back to school for another year. Make sure this is not a grilling, as this may cause them to revert into their shell or not be completely truthful. Any issues they bring to the light can then be discussed and tackled together.
However, all good things must end and soon it will be the time to get school clothes cleaned and ironed, head out to the shops to buy new stationary and just all round get ready to head back for another year of education. It can be a stressful and anxious time for children.
Take a few steps to think now about how you can help your little one get ready to return to school to make the tricky transition period as easy as possible for them.
Children up and down the country will be experiencing a time of the year that will always be as popular as their birthday or Christmas - the school summer holidays.
COMMUNICATION IS KEY - SPEAK TO THEM
Consider reintroducing bed times during the last week or two of the holiday and ensure your little ones wake up at a reasonable time.
Wake your child up at the time they will need to on a daily basis for school, get ready, have breakfast and get their bag packed before heading off to school. This will help you to iron out any issues that may potentially arise so they do not impact you on the big day.
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Towards the end of the summer you could even try out a complete test run of the school run routine.
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Suddenly, when they are expected to be awake, dressed and in school between 8am and 9am every morning, before being tucked into bed at a reasonable time ready for another big day, they may find this transition very hard.
If no boundaries have been set throughout the six weeks, children will very quickly get used to late nights and sleeping in the following day.
START TO ADD A BIT OF STRUCTURE
There will regularly be discussions each year amongst the parents on these pages of what is needed and how they can prepare for the new year.
Many schools will issue lists of uniform requirements and items children will need to take with them on their first day. Ensure you locate this list and work through it as early as possible. Leaving this to the last minute will add unnecessary stress on both yourself and your child.
While the summer holidays are designed to help children relax and have fun, do not forget that it will end one day. Try to have as much fun as you can but if you can begin to reintroduce a bit of structure to the day, particularly towards the end of the summer, then this will make a world of difference.
If you have not received such a list, consider checking social media channels for any potential ‘parent group pages’ for your child’s respective school.
For any children who are particularly anxious, you may even want to consider introducing some structure to your days to mirror what they can expect when they are at school. Regular times for lunch, quiet times in the afternoon or even set nap times for children of a certain age, can help them to become familiar with doing a certain activity each day at the same time.
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The Game of Thrones prequel The House of the Dragon came out at the end of August on HBO Max and Sky Atlantic. It is a prequel series to the original Game of Thrones centering around the Targaryen family based on the 2018 novel Fire and Blood and is set 200-years before the events in Game of Thrones. In this new series we will see some of the Targaryen family members previously mentioned in the books and TV show and it will showcase the beginning of the fall for the whitehaired rulers of Westeros. A whole new cast will take over from the wellknown faces of GOT including Paddy Considine, Olivia Cooke, Rhys Ifans, Milly Alcock, and Matt Smith from Dr Who fame.
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THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER Before Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings was the King of epic fantasy. The beloved J.R.R Tolkien epic was turned into three movies in the early 2000s starring Sir Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen and Elijah Wood, and a further three-part version of the Hobbit followed later. Tolkien expanded the LOTR universe with the Silmarillion, which told the earlier stories from Middle Earth. This eight-part series focuses on the earlier stories of Middle Earth and looks at the Second Age. It will show the forging of the Rings of Power, the rise of Sauron and the fall of the island kingdom of Numenor. It is the most expensive TV show ever made and stars Lenny Henry, Morfydd Clark and Robert Aramayo. There will be five seasons starting with this Theone.LordoftheRings:TheRingsofPowerstartsonthe2ndofSeptemberonAmazonPrimeVideo. It's the battle of two epicseries'fantasythisautumn
Two epic fantasy franchises go head-to-head this autumn. Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones are two of the most-beloved fantasy franchises of all time. Both started out as books before their rebirth on TV and the silver screen, and this year, they go into battle on the small screen.
Science has shown that positive thinking really can change your mindset and the outside world for the better. One of the most important parts of positive thinking is gratitude. Gratitude simply means being thankful for the things you have. It can be something as small as being thankful for a kind gesture from someone, or something as big as being thankful that everyone in your family is healthy. By expressing gratitude, you are sending out positive energy to the Universe and as such receiving it back in kind.
For those not familiar with the Laws of Attraction, basically, the thinking is that whatever you send out into the Universe you get back. So, if you have lots of negative thoughts and aren’t happy with the things you have in life that is what the Universe will send you back. One of the simplest ways to send out more positive energy and thus receive more positivity back from the Universe, is by expressing gratitude. Once you have harnessed the power of gratitude you can then move onto attempting to manifest new things into your world.
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HOW DOES GRATITUDE WORK?
Every evening, before bed, write down ten things you were grateful for that day. Take five minutes out in the middle of your day to remove Envisionstress.what you want and be very specific. If you find yourself thinking negatively, go somewhere quiet and recreate happy memories. To want something is not being selfish, it is natural. Express gratitude this September and change your life
WHAT IS MANIFESTATION?
World Gratitude Day is on the 21st September this year, and for those who are new to this way of thinking, we have put together a short guide for you.
WHAT IS GRATITUDE?
Manifestation is the act of creating things and attracting the things you want into your world. This could be a pay rise at work, or a new relationship, or a material object you have always wanted. By setting your mind on something specific, and it must be specific according to the experts, and then expressing gratitude to send out positive messages to the Universe, and having no doubts that you will get what you want, then surely it must happen. However, there is a caveat, there will still be hard work involved alongside the positivity and gratitude. For example, just wishing for a pay rise, while doing a poor job, won’t get you a pay rise.
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Children love the summer - not least because of the weeks and weeks they get to have without going to school.
However, parents and carers will spend the summer with a thought at the back of their mind that they need to start planning for the big “return to school” rush that will inevitably come towards the end of August.
It can be incredibly easy to let standards slip when putting together a packed lunch for your children to take to school.
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Ensuring they are taking nutritious and tasty food with them to enjoy alongside their peers at the mid-point of their long day can have a number of benefits.
An important way of keeping your child interested in their lunch, even without the over sugary and salty treats they may want, is to keep it Ifvaried.they open up their box or bag at lunch to be greeted with the same food every day, five days a week, then of course they will eventually get bored of it and will inevitably not eat it. Mix up what you pack for them, which can also be a great way of slowly introducing healthy foods for those who are not willing to give up their chocolate and crisps at first.
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NUTRITIOUS SCHOOL LUNCH IDEAS
Make sure whatever they are packing in their lunchboxes are good for them
Obviously eating well each day can help to improve the long term health of your child, while introducing good eating habits while they are young will put them in good stead for when they grow up. A healthy and well balanced lunch will also ensure they have enough energy and can improve their mood to last them throughout the rest of the day so they can get the most of the lessons they have in the afternoon.
Running around to get shirts ironed, a new pencil case of stationary put together and new school jumpers or blazers bought, then you may think about lunch.
1. Boil the pasta until it is al dente, before draining and adding to a bowl. Stir in the pesto and leave this to cool.
Most children will be looking for a sweet treat in their lunchbox, so follow this recipe to create “apple doughnuts”. Ingredients 150g soft cheese 2tsp honey 3 Colouredapples sprinkles to decorate
IDEAS FOR YOUR TEENAGE CHILD’S LUNCHBOX
A VERSATILE PASTA SALAD BOX
Spoon the mixture into four separate lunchboxes ready for the week and add the protein on top. Leave to chill completely before popping in the fridge.
1tbsp mayonnaise 2tbsp Greek yoghurt 1/2 lemon, juiced 200g mixed cooked veg, such as green beans, courgette or peas 100g cherry tomatoes 200g protein, such as prawns, cooked chicken, egg or cheese
Ingredients 400g pasta 4-5 tbsp of fresh pesto
A very good choice for your child’s daily lunchbox can be a pasta salad. The most important part of this offering is how versatile a pasta salad can be, ensuring you can mix up the recipe to please even the pickiest Herepalete.is recipe for quite a simple pasta salad that you can make from scratch in less than 30 minutes to make four portions.
If packing a lunchbox for your teenager, make sure you get it right as they will have more freedom as they get older to purchase unhealthy alternatives from elsewhere if they are not satisfied by what you have given them.
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1. Mix together the soft cheese with the honey and then leave the mixture to the side. Peel all the apples and slice each through the core into around five rings that are around 1cm thick. Take out the middle of each slice, to create a doughnut shape. Dry the slices by patting them down.
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2. Top each slice with your sweetened soft cheese mix and decorate with the sprinkles to finish them off.
A number of healthy fats can be packed to make sure they are not still hungry at the end of the day, such as mixed nuts, peanut butter sandwiches, hard-boiled eggs, cheeses and even hummus.
Wholegrain breads, crackers and wraps can be combined with a deli protein, like tuna, ham or turkey slices, to create a delicious midday meal.
2. Once the pasta has cooled, stir in the mayonnaise, yoghurt, lemon juice and your choice of vegetables.
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T his season is coming to a close. Hopefully, you have an abundance of vegetables still to harvest, and fingers-crossed you had a wonderful show in your borders during the summer. Depending on the weather, you may still have wonderful flowers in your garden before the weather finally turns, which is great news for cuttings next year. Here is our selection of September jobs to get on top of your plot this month. next this month
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HARVEST September is the month for bumper harvests. Fruits and vegetables should have an abundance of sweet and savoury treats, but one question often asked is, ‘When do I know my harvest is ready to pick?’ We aim to answer that question for you
Onionsnow.from the garden are amazing. To tell if your onions are ready to harvest, check the leaves and stems. If the leaves are yellow and the stems bend over, they are ready to be carefully lifted with a fork and left in a warm, dry spot for a couple of weeks before storing. Tomatoes are fairly obvious regarding harvesting, and you should have an abundance of bright red fruits by now. If, however, you still have a fair amount of green fruits, remove some foliage so the sunlight can get to them.
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CUTTINGS September is a great time to take cuttings. A cutting is a piece of a plant you have snipped off and put into compost, hoping to grow new roots, and if they work, you will have created a new plant ready for next year. A cutting is an exact replica of the mother plant, so is perfect for any flowers you were fond of over the summer. They will also help ensure you don’t lose any plants if we have an especially cold winter.
FLOWERS It’s not just veg that you can start growing now. By sowing some flowers early, you will get an earlier bloom next year.
English marigolds (calendula) are easy to grow, and if sown now, should flower from May onwards. You can sow these directly where you want them or start them in pots in a greenhouse or on a windowsill.
Half-hardy perennials and tender shrubs are the easiest to take successful semiripe cuttings from and will massively increase your stock of plants, with no need for nursery visits next spring. Below is a selection of some plants that are perfect for taking cuttings.
Nigella Love-in-a-Mist is a stunning plant with wonderful foliage and beautiful flowers which can be cut for arrangements. Again, you can sow these directly where you want them to grow or in pots in a greenhouse for planting out later. They do like a sunny, well-draining site, so check that the border you want to put them in meets these requirements.
Sowing seeds in September of certain flowers and vegetables can guarantee an early bloom/harvest next spring. Hardy annuals and certain veg are perfect to be planted now. For hardy annuals, depending on the weather, you will need a greenhouse or a warm windowsill to get the plants to germinate before potting them on, and then eventually putting them in their final spot in the garden.
• Lavender • Hebe • Fuchsia • Geraniums • Salvia • Verbena
Maincrop potatoes are ready to harvest from late August into October. To ensure a good-sized crop with large potatoes, wait for the foliage to turn yellow, then cut it off. Leave the potatoes in the ground for a further two weeks before digging up your spuds.
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Broad beans and peas sown in autumn gives plants a chance to establish over the winter, which will lead to an earlier crop next year. However, depending on frosts, please make sure you have horticultural fleece to protect the plants during hard frosts or snow.
Onions and garlic are perfect autumn veg to sow now. You will ideally want a veg bed of some sort to ensure a goodsized harvest. Simply create drills into some well-prepared beds, and then plant the bulbs/cloves 2.5cm deep and 25 cm apart. Shoots should appear over winter and then put on fresh growth in the spring.
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Whether or not your boiler is fit enough be saving money on your boiler. If the boiler is over ten years old, it is likely to be less efficient than it’s more contemporary, superior alternative models, which save homeowners a lot more money in the long run. Condensing boilers are usually considered more efficient than standard efficiency boilers, so it’s also worth checking this out, as the latter are rarely over 80% efficient and you could be paying more than you need to on your bills as a result. Getting an annual boiler service can help make sure the boiler maintains its maximum efficiency for longer.
The colder months are coming and your heating is going to be back up and running again
Condensing boilers are usually considered more efficient than standard efficiency boilers, so it’s also worth checking this out, as the latter are rarely over 80% efficient and you could be paying more than you need to on your bills as a result.
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SOLAR POWER
Solar power can generally help save of electricity rises, the more you will be saving. By using solar energy you will reduce your dependence from conventional energy sources and will not have to face constantly increasing energy bills. Switching to solar power can be one of the most cost-effective moves you can make as a homeowner,and can also add significant value to your home.
Finally, if your boiler doesn’t have cover, and it breaks down in the middle of Winter, this could cost you a lot of needless fees to pay for temporary heating solutions in place of your faulty boiler. Looking at homeowner care plans and boiler cover could save you significant funds long term.
THERMOSTAT Simply turning down your thermostat is you can do to bring heating costs down, but upgrading your thermostat altogether can be even more cost-effective long term. If you have an oldstyle thermostat then you may find that there’s a 3-5°C delay in your boiler communicating with your thermostat, which results in your home losing heat but at the same cost. Upgrading to a modern thermostat could be more accurate and save you some money by preventing energy and save you some money by heating time being wasted.
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Blockbusters to look out for over the next few months!
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11th NOVEMBER - BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER
The much-anticipated sequel to Marvel’s 2018 hit, starring Lupita Nyong’o and other returning names. Not much is known about the plot, but it is safe to assume that it will be an important continuation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, being part of Stage Four along with recent films such as Thor: Love and Thunder. Fans of the original Black Panther film and the MCU won’t want to miss this.
f you’re after anticipation, excitement and entertainment, we don’t think there’s anything better than the cinema. From the moment they announce a new film in our favourite franchise, or we see a trailer for an amazing one-off movie, we can’t help but restlessly await its release. Heading to our local movie theatre with family or friends, sitting in the comfy chairs and getting lost in the atmosphere is an experience with timeless appeal. We really hope you’re as excited as we are about these huge upcoming releases!
7th OCTOBER - THE WOMAN KING
Adapted from the 1965 children’s book by Bernard Waber, this musical comedy follows the young Josh Primm as he struggles to fit in after his family moves to New York City. To his surprise, the first friend he makes is living in the attic of his new home—and is also a singing saltwater crocodile (voiced by Shawn Mendes). Josh and his new reptilian friend Lyle must work together with Lyle’s charismatic owner to save the croc from the evil Mr Grumps, and dispel the stigma of being a musical crocodile and making human friends!
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30th SEPTEMBER - SMILE Parker Finn directs this new psychological horror in his feature film debut. Dr. Rose Cotter, played by Sosie Bacon, starts experiencing inexplicable and terrifying occurrences after witnessing a traumatic event involving a patient. The only way to escape this awful new reality seems to be to confront her troubling past.
An epic tale based on the true story of the Agojie, an all-female group of warriors who defended the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s. General Nanisca (Viola Davis) must train up the newest generation of fighters as an imminent threat looms on the horizon. They will need their historically unmatched fierceness if they are to protect their way of life.
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ith all the talk recently about the breakaway LIV Golf league, it’s great for the European Tour’s flagship event to return this year at the Wentworth Club, London. Not only will the Championship feature some of the best golfers in the world, but it also features the Pro-Am, with huge stars from entertainment and sport showcasing their own skills over 18 holes.
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Wentworth was originally a private residence for the extended family of the Duke of Wellington. In 1922, Walter George Tarrant, a master builder, established the clubhouse and grounds of the Wentworth Club. Legendary golf architect, Harry Colt, designed the East and West courses in the 1920s, and later, Gary Player, John Jacobs and Bernard Gallacher designed the Edinburgh Morecourse.recently, in 2009-2010, the West Course underwent an extensive modernisation programme, including the construction of 18 new greens which were the first in England to benefit from SubAir technology. At the same time, the greenside and fairway bunkers were remodelled and replaced with trickier ones.
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HISTORY Founded in 1955 by the Professional Golfers’ Association, the BMW PGA Championship is the most prestigious event on the European Tour. Previously, the flagship event of the Tour used to be rotated on several of Britain’s best courses, before moving permanently to West Course at Wentworth in 1984. Since 2005, the championship has been under the BMW umbrella and has grown in stature ever since, with players comparing it to the atmosphere at major tournaments. The list of previous winners is akin to a who’s who of great golfers. Sir Nick Faldo, Colin Montgomerie, Bernhard Langer, Seve Ballesteros, Ian Woosnam and Jose Maria Olazabal are just some of the previous winners.
Danny Willet. World No.2 and 2021 Open champion John Rahm, alongside 2022 US Open champion Matt Fitzpatrick will be there as will Rory Mcllroy who is returning to the tournament for the first time since 2019. In the PRO-AM, British F1 superstar Lando Norris is joined by Niall Horan of One Direction fame, alongside Tom (Draco Malfoy) Felton and TV personality Vernon Kay. The full official entry list hasn’t been confirmed at the time of writing, but can be found here closer to the timebmw-pga-championship-2022/entry-listwww.europeantour.com/dpworld-tour/https://
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The main tournament will run from Thursday the 8th Sept to Sunday 11th Sept with the action getting underway at approximately 6.40am with the final group out at 2.45pm. The PRO-AM will follow the main tournament practice day on Wednesday the 7th Sept. The morning group will
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When buyers are looking at properties online or in estate agent’s particulars, they make their minds up in seconds.
That is why it is so important to have the best photographs of your home, getting the photos right and it could mean higher offers and a quicker sale. Now more than ever we are finding that buyers are also looking for virtual tours of a property to how they feel on a virtual walk around before they visit in Weperson.areproud to be one of the first independent agents to launch our very own VIEW360. Which is a 360 Virtual Tour of your home and floorplan, all completed in one visit and is sure to wow your potential buyers.
Maximise your home’s potential and create spacious and inviting rooms that will photograph well and allow your property to shine
The VIEW360 means buyers can walk around the entire property before even setting foot through the door. The feedback from sellers and buyers has been tremendous and the quality of physical viewing conversion from viewing to offer has increased. To make sure we capture your property in its best light we will require your assistance in helping to prepare for the photography being done.
The end goal is to help potential buyers envision your house as theirs. So remember decluttering will make your home more spacious and entice potential buyers!
Prepare your home for our photographer • Move any vehicles from the outside of the property • Remove any clutter from outside the property such as bins and hoses • Mow the lawn and tidy round the garden including weeding and removing leaves • Clean the windows • Open all doors, curtains and blinds • Turn on all the lights • Excuse any potentially photo-bombing pets • Turn off TVs • Moving furniture around may help to make a room look more spacious • Fresh flowers help bring pop of colour and bring your photos to life. RECEPTION ROOMS • Arrange cushions to look smart and tidy • Set dining room tables. • Removing rugs, especially where you have wooden or tiled floors • Any children’s toys, DVDs, magazines to be cleared away • Open all curtains and blinds •BEDROOMSMakethebed and choose neutral bedding • Anything stored under the bed or on top of wardrobes should be completely out of sight • All drawers and wardrobe doors should be shut •KITCHENClearall work tops and make sure there are no tea towels or chopping boards on show • Move bins out of sight • Clear away appliances • Close all cupboards • Hide all fridge magnets • Clear the sink (no dirty dishes!) • If you have pets, hide their food bowls and beds • A full, fresh fruit bowl can add a flash of colour •BATHROOMRemoveall clutter, ensure personal items/ toiletries are out of sight • Close the shower curtain • Keep the toilet lid down • Remove toilet paper from its holder • Any towels should be neatly arranged and folded, and chosen to compliment the www.paulmeakin.co.ukroom
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SELLING WITH PAUL MEAKIN When you choose to market your property with Paul Meakin, you will receive your very own FREE property website to share online with your family and friends. Social media has become the fastest way online to create traffic to your property, and you can personalise your very own website - NO OTHER AGENT IN OUR AREA CAN OFFER THIS! REACH MORE BUYERS FOR YOUR PROPERTY THAN THOSE AGENTS USING COMMON PROPERTYPRACTICES!!!MARKETINGVALUATION-HereatPaulMeakinwecanoffer you a free, no obligation factual and accurate appraisal of the current market value of your home. Our experienced Property Consult ants will provide you with a valuation based not only on their in depth knowledge of the local area, but also utilising our extensive database of recent properties sold. FOR SALE BOARD - Our boards are highly visible and one of the most effective marketing tools which is available 24 hours a day.
• Obtain a copy of the Title Deeds (or office copies if the title is registered)
• Copies of the above documents, plus a draft contract – this is known as an ‘Information Pack’ – will be sent to the buyer’s solicitor
• Forward evidence of ‘discharge of mortgage’ to the buyer’s solicitors
• Agree the contract and arrange for the sellers to sign it in readiness of the exchange (below)
• Receive the agent’s fee account and seek the seller’s consent to settle this out of completion funds
Between exchange and completion
• Obtain a copy of the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) (if applicable)
Completion date This is the date the ownership of the property passes from the seller to the buyer, and it follows the successful transfer of funds. It’s the date that the whole process works towards.
• Forward transfer documents and deeds to the buyer’s solicitors
Once a sale has been agreed and is in the hands of your solicitor, it will go through the following stages.
• Obtain redemption figures from the mortgage lender and reply to requisitions on title
• Answer the buyer’s solicitor’s additional enquiries (for example, specific questions about fixtures and fittings) and obtain copies of any planning consent documents
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• All parties agree completion dates and the contracts are exchanged
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• The seller(s) will return a completed Property Information Form and a Fixtures, Fittings and Contents Form to the solicitors
• Approve the transfer and arrange for the seller(s) and buyer(s) to sign
Sometimes additional work will be needed – for example, if the property is leasehold or is yet to be registered with the Land Registry.
It is also important for buyers to discuss the availability of their deposit with their solicitor early in the transaction, and we strongly recommend that you contact your solicitor regularly so that they can keep you fully up-to-date with the progress and the latest timescales.
Seller’s solicitor’s steps
• Receive completion funds and (only when this has been completed) instruct Paul Meakin to release the keys to buyers. Redeem mortgage and forward the financial statement. Forward any surplus funds (unless these are being used to fund an onward purchase). Ensure all outstanding bills are paid
Receive a mortgage offer and instructions from the lender and deal with any conditions set out by them.
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Deposit - The part of the purchase price (usually 10%) which the buyer pays on exchange of contracts.
Energy Performance Certificate - This contains information on energy use, energy performance, carbon dioxide emissions, and fuel bills.
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Completion date This is the date the ownership of the property passes from the seller to the buyer, and it follows the successful transfer of funds. It’s the date that the whole process works towards.
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Make sure that life cover and buildings insurance is being arranged Request the deposit, report back to the buyer, and arrange for the contract to be signed. Place buildings insurance and life cover in force
Transfer of Title - The document that passes the ownership from the seller to the buyer.
• Prepare accounts, obtain signature to mortgage deed and undertake final Land Registry and Land Charges searches
Stamp Duty Holiday runs until the 30th June and as such you won’t pay stamp duty on purchases up to £500,000. After this date the nil-rate band will be set at £250k until the end of September.
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Contract - The agreement that sets out the main terms that have been agreed − for example: price, address, names, etc. Two copies are drawn up, and each party signs one in readiness for the exchange of contracts.
• Forward to the seller’s solicitors the balance of funds − it is only then that they can authorise the release of the keys. Receive from the seller’s solicitors, the transfer document deeds
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• Approve the contract when all enquiries are satisfactory and complete. (At this stage, a mortgage transfer deed will need to be signed and witnessed)
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Exchange of contracts - The swapping of signed contracts by the solicitors (together with the buyer’s deposit). After this, the contract is binding.
Mortgage Redemption Figure - The amount required to repay the outstanding capital/ interest of a mortgage.
Local Authority Search - A list of questions that are specific to the property and intended, for example, to discover if there have been any planning applications on the property, if the road to the house is maintained by the council, etc.
Requisition on title - An enquiry relating to the completion arrangements.
From meter readings to removal companies, there’s so much to remember when moving house. Here’s our checklist of what to do and when
Six weeks – Removal companies or do it yourself? Now would be the perfect time to decide on a local removal company. Or if you don’t have too much to move, you may want to do it yourself. You could even look into different van hire companies. At this point you’ve probably started packing away some bits, but if there is anything you decide not to take, then look into selling these items or donating them to charity. This will also give you an idea on the volume of items you have to move.
First of all, congratulations on your new home! The excitement has probably now kicked in but moving home can also be one of the most stressful and emotionally draining things you can do. However, careful organisation and planning can help decrease the stress and anxiety of moving. This comprehensive and essential checklist will help you do just that.
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Four weeks – Notify utility companies This would be a good time for you to notify utility companies and inform them about your move to switch over. This includes gas and electricity, council tax, internet, phone rental and TV. You should also consider changing any car insurance, tax, memberships, phone contracts and inform your bank about the move. Now’s the time to also arrange a date to have your new house cleaned before you move in, and start ordering any new furnishings for your new property. Start
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Eight weeks – Research Ideally, you want to start packing away any non-essential items as early as possible. This includes any items stored away in the loft, garage and shed. If you are not using it, pack it. Looking into your new area is also important, try to do this around eight weeks before you move. You might need to think about transferring your children to different schools and ordering new uniforms too. At this point, ensure you are also documenting all your important information away: that includes contact details, dates, contracts and information regarding your solicitor.
packing away more items, that being, out of season clothes, books, dvd’s and even bulky items, like TV’s that aren’t used often.
Research your new area (transfer schools and order new uniform)
Six weeksDecide on a local removal company Clear out any unwanted items Keep packing FourNotifyweeksutility companies Start preparation for your new house Keep packing TwoFinaliseweeksall details
Make sure your phone is fully charged so you can get in touch with the estate agents or removal company MovingPreparein for the arrival of the removal company and give them directions/your contact details Ensure everything is ready to move Record meter readings
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Organise pet and child care
Moving day Today is the day! You need to be ready for when your removal company comes. Ensure that you let them know if there are any fragile boxes that need extra care when handling. If you’re moving yourself, then pack up your car or van and work out how many trips it may take. Before you leave, also take note of your final meter readings and send these off to your provider. Don’t forget to leave your keys for the new owners!
24 hours – Final check and walk round You now have only 24 hours before you move, so double check that everything is packed away and ready for transit. It will be worth packing a night bag each to help everyone settle in, which means you won’t have to rummage through everything to find your toothbrush! You may want to create an inventory of your boxes and furniture to help you keep track of what you have and to help you ensure it doesn’t go missing.
Don’t worry about the rest, it isn’t going anywhere! Order a takeaway, have a cup of tea and enjoy your first night with your family. Right, so now you’re all moved in, it’s time to settle down, unpack and enjoy your new place. Remember, planning is essential to ensure your move runs stress free.
It will be worth packing a night bag each to help everyone settle in, which means you won’t have to rummage through everything to find your toothbrush!
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Cancel local services Keep packing 24 hoursCheck every room and ensure everything is Packpackedanight bag so everything is to Collecthandyour new keys
Two weeks – Confirm all details Confirm your move with your removal company or van hire, estate agents and schools. If possible, try to organise someone to look after your pets and children for the day of your move, as this can also be a stressful time for them too. If your removal company doesn’t disassemble any furniture or sort out the un-plumbing for the washing machine, then now would be the ideal time to organise these. Remember to also cancel any local services you receive: this could be window cleaners, gardeners and newspaper deliveries. You should now also think about re-registering to vote and getting your post re-directed after your moving date. Continue packing away more furnishings, kitchen appliances and crockery that you won’t be using for the next couple of weeks.
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Give your removal company instructions of which boxes go in which rooms and make sure you are happy with everything that has arrived. Ensure you check for any damage before the movers leave. Read your new utility meters and send your readings of to your supplier. Taking photos of them will also ensure you have the correct reading if you need them again in the future. Unpack your essentials such as bed linen and clean towels.
On arrivalGiveremoval company instructions of what goes where Check for any damage before they Readleaveyour new utility meters and send them off to your supplier Check if the previous owners have left anything Unpackbehind essentials Order a takeaway and sit back and relax! social media with its address and personal message!
Starting as a Trainee Negotiator, I have worked for Paul Meakin for 15 years, and I’m now managing the Selsdon office. I love working for the Company as you are so much more than just a member of staff, you are a valid part of the family run business. I’ve lived locally my whole life and there is nothing more satisfying than helping someone find their dream home. In my spare time I like to socialise with friends and family.
Paul Meakin FNAEA Company Founder/Director Croydon has been my home since 1955 (aged 4) and I was educated at two local schools, Gilbert Scott and Shirley High. I have been an Estate Agent within the area for 50 years; a milestone I’m still coming to terms with. I have worked with many young and enthusiastic Estate Agents, just as I was aged 18. Starting work in Selsdon I often asked what makes a good Estate Agent? For me it’s simple, be prepared to go the extra mile and be willing to show your clients you care. I hope we are able to help you with your property needs and I remain available at our Sanderstead office to receive your feedback.
I have recently joined the team to assist the Lettings department, having worked in the legal industry for 19 years, my passion is in customer service and assisting people. I’m excited to learn and progress in my new career, I am really enjoying being apart of such a hardworking and welcoming team. I live locally and outside of work I spend my time with my husband, two young daughters and new puppy!
My parents opened Paul Meakin in 1973 and throughout my childhood I witnessed their dedication and passion for estate agency within the Croydon area. My first working day within the Company was in 1996 and after working in every corner of the business I became a Director in 2005 and then Managing Director in 2021. I pride myself on delivering a transparent and professional service, available 24/7 for my sellers, buyers and landlords as well as building relationships they can trust and a service they will recommend and return to. Out of the office I spend as much time as I can with my family supporting and enjoying their passions for Cricket and Football.
I joined the Paul Meakin team to assist Emma as the business expands. Working for a successful family run business is fantastic, every member of the team is extremely dedicated and passionate about what they do and always put the client first. I bought my first property in the area a couple of years ago and have been interested in the industry ever since. My background is in marketing, design and branding and I am very much looking forward to working on lots of exciting new plans for the business.
The testament for my long service is working for a family run business and their understanding and care of their staff and clientele. I still get a buzz out of helping landlords find good quality tenants. To relax I enjoy keeping fit at the gym and socialising with family and friends.
I have been working for Paul Meakin for 21 years, I started as a Sunday lady and progressed to Lettings Manager, acquiring experience and knowledge with all aspects of sales and lettings.
Allison Banks Lettings Manager
Emma Meakin Managing Director Aimee Taylor Lettings Co-ordinator
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Having started at Paul Meakin as a sales negotiator and I’m loving every second of my time here. I enjoy speaking and meeting new clients and helping them find their perfect home. The team is great at Paul Meakin and I can’t wait to spend the rest of my time growing my estate agency career with them. In my spare time I enjoy going to the gym and socialising with friends and family.
Heather Beaumont Sales Negotiator
I’ve worked for Paul Meakin as part of the team for over 10 years. My career began as a part time member of staff when my children were small, gaining knowledge in all aspects of estate agency along the way. Although I enjoy the variety of day to day tasks, my passion is for sales progression where satisfaction comes with effective problem solving for clients. My spare time is taken up with yoga, Pilates and country walks as well as spending time with family and friends.
Being family run, the organisation has strong values and always strive to do their best for their clients, providing an efficient tailored service, this appealed when I was seeking to move into working in the property field. My background is in charity and I have a strong work ethic. Away from work I am kept very busy by my two young children and attempting to transform my own property, having moved to the area in 2019.
After joining the team in 2019 and beginning my career in the industry, I have developed my knowledge of the property market. I thoroughly enjoyed taking clients around properties and love being a member of our professional and hardworking team. I get great satisfaction helping someone find their dream home. In my spare time, I like to see my friends and family and enjoy running. I have a strong background in estate agency having worked in the corporate sector for 18 years. After having my son, I joined Paul Meakin in 2011 because they are a well-known family run business who have a reputation for providing top quality customer care to their clients. I enjoy providing support in all aspects of the business. My spare time is taken up with my family, in particular watching my son play football and cricket. I joined the team in 2021, I was always in interested in property and so pleased to be starting my career at Paul Meakin. I have a background in sales and design and was keen to broaden my skills. I enjoy taking clients to properties and love helping them find their dream home. I enjoy being part of such a welcoming and hardworking team. In my spare time I love going out with family and friends, going to the gym, and keeping busy however I can.
Natalie Chapman Senior Sales Progressor Amy Hedgecox Trainee Sales Negotiator
Amelia Clark Sales Negotiator
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This impressive and beautifully presented Edwardian detached residence sits proudly on Sanderstead road. Featuring six bedrooms, six bathrooms and four reception rooms, this property has a stunning wealth of character and period features, paired with modern day attributes that captures you as soon as you enter. The heart of the home is certainly the open plan bespoke kitchen diner where there really has been no expense spared to meet all demands of modern family living. Beautiful worktops, an abundance of storage and integrated top of the range appliances. The dining room, with large windows allowing for maximum natural light is currently used as an impressive playroom. |
Hurst Way, South Croydon £1,100,000 SOLD
Paul Meakin are delighted to market this impressive and striking double fronted detached family home situated on an incredibly well-regarded residential road in the heart of South Croydon. This handsome six bedroom property occupies a bold corner plot position boasting 2,900 square feet across three floors. Internally offering a wealth of character and charm this family home will not disappoint buyers who are looking for their forever home. Offering four reception rooms, a fully fitted kitchen breakfast room, six well-proportioned bedrooms, three bathrooms, a detached garage and driveway.Your earliest viewing is advised to appreciate location, presentation and size.
Sanderstead Road, South Croydon £1,700,000 SOLD
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CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION VALUATION Sanderstead 020 8657 5000 Selsdon 020 8651 1234 Lettings 020 8657 8000 www.paulmeakin.co.uk West Hill, South croydon Asking Price £1,150,000
Paul Meakin are delighted to market this handsome four bedroom detached family home situated in one of Sanderstead’s Premier Roads, West Hill. This property offers bright and spacious accommodation with two separate reception rooms, a downstairs cloakroom, a refitted kitchen breakfast room with bi-folding doors on to a lovely terrace area, perfect for entertaining friends and family whilst enjoying the view over the large south facing, landscaped garden. The property also offers buyers scope to extend STPP to the side and rear along with potential for loft conversion, a great purchase for a family looking to create their forever home. Off street parking is provided via the driveway plus a single garage. Your earliest viewing is advised to appreciate location, presentation, potential and size.
West Hill, South croydon £1,100,000 SOLD
West Hill is one of Sandersteads tree lined Premier Roads and is conveniently located for Sanderstead Station and Purley Oaks Station which provide fantastic links into London. There are many local amenities including a Waitrose, Tesco Express and a short walk away is the ever popular South End Restaurant Quarter and BoxPark near East Croydon station. The property is surrounded by greenery with Croham Hurst Woods, Purley Beeches, Croham Hurst Golf Club and Purley Downs Golf Club. There are many private and public schools such as Ridgeway, Cumnor House Boys, Oakwood School, Atwood, Whiftgift School, Trinity and Riddlesdown Collegiate.
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We are delighted to market this six-bedroom Victorian semi-detached family home offering a wealth of original features which the current owners have modernised and maintained whilst enjoying the versatile accommodation over three floors. This is a rare opportunity for a buyer to acquire this character property which offers over 2000sq ft. Situated in a sought-after location of South Croydon, a stone’s throw from the South Croydon Station, local amenities and a selection of good primary and secondary schools.
‘Chain Free’ four bedroom detached family home situated in a popular location within walking distance to Sanderstead Village, good local schools, frequent bus routes and Train stations near by. Internally the property does require modernisation and offers buyers a blank canvass to renovate the property to their own style and needs. The accommodation consists of a large reception room, separate dining area over looking the level landscaped garden, spacious kitchen breakfast room, downstairs cloakroom, garage and an in out driveway with ample off street parking. Your earliest viewing is advised to appreciate location, potential and size. Birdhurst Road, South Croydon SSTC £900,000
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Rectory Park, South croydon SSTC £800,000
CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION VALUATION Sanderstead 020 8657 5000 Selsdon 020 8651 1234 Lettings 020 8657 8000 www.paulmeakin.co.uk Addington Road, South croydon Offers in Excess of £800,000
Paul Meakin are delighted to market in lovely condition, this three bedroom extended detached family home. To the ground floor, there is a spacious reception hall, two reception areas, currently in use as a dining area and large lounge space. Further to that, there is a downstairs WC, utility room a Study area plus a fitted kitchen breakfast room enjoying the outlook over the landscaped garden. The first floor offers three bedrooms, the master bedroom provides fitted wardrobes plus an en suite shower room and a refitted modern family bathroom. To the rear, there is a well established garden, with a patio area, suitable for summer entertaining. The front of the property offers a driveway for off street parking and a garage. The property offers further scope to extend STPP and warrants your earliest viewing is advised to appreciate location, presentation and size.
Elmfield Way, South croydon Guide Price £825,000
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Paul Meakin are delighted to exclusively market this well presented four bedroom detached family home conveniently located close to Sanderstead Village. The property comprises of three reception rooms, kitchen breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, master bedroom with en-suite, three further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally there is a driveway offering ample parking and a tiered landscaped garden with terrace area for dining, lawn and vegetable patch. Conveniently located for local amenities which includes Sanderstead Village, Kings Wood, Sanderstead Village tennis club, Atwood Primary school and within half a mile of Riddlesdown common. With the addition of frequent bus routes and Train stations near by, an early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate both the size and location of the property.
Kenley Lane, Kenley Asking Price of £750,000
A ‘Chain Free’ detached bungalow situated within a cul de sac of just four similar properties. It occupies a generous level plot with potential for buyer to extend, subject to planning permission to create their perfect home. Internally it offers two bedrooms and a large reception room leading to a sun room with direct access to the tranquil garden. there is a fitted kitchen, bathroom and separate WC. The detached garage and driveway provide off street parking.
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Paul Meakin are delighted to market this Victorian three bedroom detached Cottage with a self contained detached annex, giving buyers a rare opportunity to acquire a unique property set in a secluded plot within half a mile of Kenley train station which offers an excellent service for the commuter into both London Victoria and London Bridge. Internally the accommodation boasts two separate reception rooms, a refitted kitchen breakfast room with direct access to the landscaped garden. The first floor offers three bedrooms and a refitted bathroom, the detached annex is ideal for a family member or those looking for a separate home office space. With the grounds surrounding the property you have complete privacy along with a detached garage and driveway for off street parking. Your earliest viewings is advised to appreciate location, presentation and size.
Briar Grove, South croydon Asking Price of £750,000
Paul Meakin are delighted to present to market this spacious and well-presented three bedroom detached family home situated on a popular tree lined residential area of Sanderstead. The property briefly comprises of two good size reception rooms, conservatory, modern refitted kitchen, utility room and downstairs cloakroom. Upstairs offers two large double bedrooms, further bedroom and large modern refitted four- piece family bathroom. The front has two shingle areas and provides parking for two vehicles on the driveway with access to the garage, the rear garden is well maintained with railway sleepers bordering the large lawn area. Offered to the market with a complete forward chain, we anticipate high levels of interest. Please call now to secure your Ellenbridgeviewing.
Paul Meakin are delighted to market this stunning four bedroom detached house enjoying far reaching views to the rear. The current owners have extended the property to create flexible and stylish accommodation for buyers to enjoy pertain to entertain friends and family in. The entrance hall is a good size and leads to a downstairs shower room, refitted kitchen, an ‘L’ shaped reception room with double doors to the second bright and spacious reception room. Additional features include mature landscaped garden, four bedrooms, refitted family bathroom plus a garage. Located in a popular residential road convenient to transport links, Emlfield way shops and Ridge way primary school. Your earliest viewing is advised to appreciate location, presentation and size.
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Kersey Drive, South croydon Offers in Excess of £975,000
Offered to the market is this well presented CHAIN FREE four bedroom detached family home which is situated in a cul de sac location on the popular Selsdon Ridge development and being conveniently located for a variety of local amenities and shops, frequent bus services and Croham Hurst Woods Internally the property is situated over mezzanine levels and benefits from a refitted kitchen and family bathroom, lounge measuring 10’9 x 22’8, separate dining room, useful downstairs cloakroom, private landscaped rear garden, garage measuring 15’9 x 13’9 and off street parking. Call now to appreciate size, standard and location. Freehold/ Croydon Council tax band F £2839.29.
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This is a rare opportunity to acquire this greatly extended 6 bedroom detached family home nestled asway in a cul de sac location and backing onto the popular Selsdon De Vere estate. This property has an abundance of versatile accommodation which includes an ensuite to master bedroom, useful downstairs shower room, three reception rooms, study, conservatory, impressive kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, upstairs family bathroom and integral garage with separate store room. This property is set on approximately 0.47 acres of land and its garden is made up of green space, woodland, flower beds and fruit trees. There is off street parking for several cars, double glazed windows and gas central heating via radiators. This property is CHAIN FREE and needs to be viewed to fully appreciate all of its benefits and Ridgefeatures.Langley, South croydon Asking Price of £750,000
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Old Farleigh South Excess £800,000
This exceptionally well presented and extended four bedroom semi detached property is welcomed to the market with a variety of accommodation which consist of an impressive open plan kitchen/diner which is great for modern day living, separate living room, study area with downstairs cloakroom, refitted ensuite to bedroom three, refitted and redesigned family bathroom, shutter blinds, stunning landscaped rear garden, integral garage and off street parking for multiple cars. This property is situated on a highly desirable residential road with access to Sanderstead mainline train station, frequent bus services, local amenities, Ridgeway Primary School and Croham Hurst woods/ golf course. Your earliest viewing is warranted to appreciate size, presentation and location.
Paul Meakin are delighted to exclusively market this chain free and well presented five bedroom detached family home which is situated on a popular residential road with easy access to the 433 and 64 bus service and Selsdon high street which offers a variety of local amenities and both private and state schools. The property is well positioned to appreciate the far reaching views across the Bird Sanctuary. Boasting over 1700 square feet and internally comprising of two separate reception rooms, useful conservatory, open plan kitchen/breakfast room, refitted four piece family bathroom, separate shower room, landscaped private rear garden, integral garage measuring 17’9 x 11’0 and off street parking for multiple cars. Your earliest viewing is warranted to appreciate the versatile accommodation this family home offers. Upper Selsdon Road, South Croydon OIEO £800,000
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Do not miss this opportunity to acquire this diverse family home which has been extended and modernised throughout and now benefits from 5/6 bedrooms, large impressive open plan kitchen/diner, two separate reception rooms, useful downstairs bathroom with jacuzzi bath, utility area, refitted family bathroom, loft room, large landscaped South West facing garden and off street parking for several cars. This property is close to Selsdon High street and its selection of amenities, Croydon High School, frequent bus services to surrounding areas and Selsdon recreational ground. This property needs to be viewed just to appreciate its size and multi purpose living space. Freehold/ Croydon Council tax band E £2402.48. Silverwood Close, Croydon OIEO £750,000
Don’t miss this opportunity to acquire this four bedroom detached family home which benefits from a refitted kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, three separate reception rooms, useful downstairs cloakroom, en-suite to master bedroom, fitted family bathroom, private rear garden, double garage and off street parking. This property is nestled away in a private cul de sac and is conveniently located for Addington Court Golf Course, local amenities, bus services and a selection of good primary schools. Call now to appreciate size and location of this family home.
Endsleigh Close, South croydon Asking Price of £750,000
Situated in a desirable tree lined road in West Coulsdon is this large four bedroom Edwardian family home within a bold plot with Pre Application Planning Advice for an additional 3/4 bed detached house on the plot, subject to full PP Application. Situated in a popular residential tree lined road is a great opportunity buyers to maximize the plots full potential. This property offers versatile accommodation for a growing family with three reception rooms retaining many original features, ornate coving, picture rails and Littleheathfireplaces.Road, South croydon Offers in Excess of £800,000
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Don’t miss this rare opportunity to acquire this exceptionally well presented and extended four bedroom semi detached family home which oozes modern day living and benefits from multiple features including a large through lounge, useful conservatory, downstairs cloakroom, refitted open plan kitchen/breakfast room, refitted four piece family bathroom, built in wardrobes with sensored lighting, landscaped rear garden, integral garage and off street parking. This property is conveniently located for the 64 & 433 bus services, Littleheath woods, local amenities and a variety of schools. Call now to appreciate the key features of this beautifully presented property.
CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION VALUATION Sanderstead 020 8657 5000 Selsdon 020 8651 1234 Lettings 020 8657 8000 www.paulmeakin.co.uk The Chase, Coulsdon Guide Price £975,000
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