SEPT 2022 MAGAZINELIFESTYLE 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
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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 lifeOur latest instructions Take a look at a selection of our latest properties on the market Autumn TV It’s a new tv series kind of autumn, we have the new series for you this September About us Get to know us a little better and see why we are your agent of choice Your home move Your guide to help you every step of the way on your home move Monthly gardening Get ahead of your garden, ready for next year 14 SPORT BMW PGA Championships
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. Jonathan Wheatley Editor
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.
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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
This month, with this in mind, we start looking at ways to get your home Autumn and Winter ready.
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.
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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.
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.
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
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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.
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.
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
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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.
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.
There is a very easy get around for thisspeak to your child.
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. Six entire weeks without homework, exams and stress is blissful. 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.
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.
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.
The joyous holidays will soon be over, so make sure you have your plans underway HOW YOU CAN HELP YOUR CHILDREN FIT BACK INTO SCHOOL LIFE AFTER THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS
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.
COMMUNICATION IS KEY - SPEAK TO THEM
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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.
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.
Consider reintroducing bed times during the last week or two of the holiday and ensure your little ones wake up at a reasonable time.
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. 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.
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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.
This will help you to iron out any issues that may potentially arise so they do not impact you on the big day.
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.
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.
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Towards the end of the summer you could even try out a complete test run of the school run routine. 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.
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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.
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PROPERTY NEWS 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.
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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.
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THE HOUSE OF THE DRAGON 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.
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.
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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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
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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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.
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
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NUTRITIOUS SCHOOL LUNCH IDEAS
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
It can be incredibly easy to let standards slip when putting together a packed lunch for your children to take to school.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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Make sure whatever they are packing in their lunchboxes are good for them
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.
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.
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2. Top each slice with your sweetened soft cheese mix and decorate with the sprinkles to finish them off.
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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
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. Ingredients 400g pasta 4-5 tbsp of fresh pesto 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
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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.
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.
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. 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.
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2. Once the pasta has cooled, stir in the mayonnaise, yoghurt, lemon juice and your choice of vegetables. 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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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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. 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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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.
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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.
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. Salvia Verbena
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.
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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. 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.
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The colder months are coming and your heating is going to be back up and running again
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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.
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.
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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I 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!
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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!
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.
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.
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).
Blockbusters to look out for over the next few months!
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.
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2022 PREVIEW
The European Tour’s flagship event starts on the 6th September
W 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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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://
TEE TIMES 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
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.
LOCATION 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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Perched on the upper slope of Grove Lane, equidistant from the seemingly endless attractions of Lordship Lane and Camberwell, this fantastic detached five bedder is a noteworthy address. The interior offers four bright bedrooms, spacious family room/fifth bedroom, open plan living/dining room, two bathrooms, laundry room and guest loo. This is also in addition to an impressive garden and planning permission has previously been granted to extend upwards.
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Sitting within moments of the very best of Peckham’s vibrant social scene, this magnificent split level two bedder impresses at every step! we find such an expertly executed loft extension. The accommodation spans the top two floors of a handsome period building and boasts gorgeous solid wooden flooring, an impressive proportion and more bespoke storage than anyone could need. The décor is exquisite and you’ll note a top notch bathroom and super generous contemporary kitchen/diner.
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Enchanting is the word with this picture perfect mid-Victorian cottage. Built circa 1860 it enjoys endless charm, original features, sympathetic styling and a generous, idyllic garden. The accommodation, spread over two handsome floors, comprises a comfortable reception, kitchen/diner, sunroom, two beautiful bedrooms (each with fab en suites). There’s a handy guest wc and a fantastic garden room perfect for any amount of uses. The rear garden is utterly delightful with picket fencing, pond, greenhouse and even space for a beehive! With fantastic high ceilings, huge Crittal-style windows and oodles of space, this fab three bedroom modern pad ticks all the boxes. Sitting on second floor of a conveniently placed block, the property comprises two large double bedrooms (master en-suite), a third large single bedroom/study, bathroom and a magnificent living area which leads to your huge private terrace. It has a real New York loft vibe! The decor has been given a recent top notch make-over and includes herringbone Parquet flooring
Aimee Fancourt Sales Manager
Gemma is one of the longest standing members of the company, having joined in 2004, and has gained huge knowledge of the industry within both Sales and Marketing. She keeps the world informed of our fantastic properties, not only through our website, but also on social media and paper marketing. You will also find her working within the progression department, assisting the sales progress from offer through to Completion.
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Zoe joined Wooster & Stock in 2006 as Office Manager before moving to Branch Manager in our Sydenham office and following that, HR Manager. Prior to joining Wooster & Stock, Zoe’s career had predominantly focused around 5* hotels, catering and hospitality, working with renowned, international chefs. She and her young family have recently relocated back to her roots in Norfolk, but continues to work full time at Wooster & Stock, travelling to London weekly.
Aimee has been with Wooster & Stock since 2010, starting off as Sales Negotiator and swiftly rising to Sales Manager. She overlooks the general day to day running of the office and keeping an eye on the sales progression in-house. She was educated in the local Alleyn’s school and is familar with the area with a particular interest in the local schools, cultural activities and weekend family pursuits, having a young family of her own.
Gemma Whelan Sales Negotiator and Production
Luke has been working as an Estate Agent for many years and joined Wooster & Stock as a young negotiator before furthering his education, obtaining a BSc Hons in Building Surveying. Luke first joined Wooster & Stock in 2006 and has enjoyed a successful career selling property across south London. Passionate about customer service with high level of care you will find Luke in between Valuations and in branch most days. Should you wish for an honest and frank valuation of your property, you need to look no further. Luke’s diligence is second to none and it is rare that you ever see him take time off! Having recently had a baby daughter, Luke is becoming an expert at juggling baby and work with the same enthusiasm.
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Alex is the newest member of our team and his calm and practical nature has already won him lots of new clients. Originally from Norfolk, he studied in Oxford before moving to Australia for a year and becoming a keen traveller. Once back in London, he started his estate agency career in Lettings but has found his feet within the Sales department. He lives in Peckham Rye and has a great all round insight of the area, regularly keeping his colleagues up to date with any new food outlets popping up (if they are running out of lunch ideas!). Prior to joining Wooster & Stock, he dabbled in acting, even appearing in a film with John Hurt.
As the newest member of our sales team, Catherine brings an honest and friendly approach to her role She is effective at building great relationships between both clients and buyers and is dedicated to providing a smooth sales process for all parties. She has an established background in portrait photography and she also has a keen interest in design and Thanharchitecture.
property market since 2010. With customer care and an empathic nature, Ali succeeds where many others fail in her understanding of the business. She is willing to go above and beyond and is a valued member of the team. She works within our Progression department, assisting the sales progress through legal conveyancing as quickly as possible.
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Gareth has an unrivalled 30 years in estate agency, originally starting in south east London before moving over to south-west and north London. His wit, charm and extremely valuable knowledge has made him an asset to our team. He is our in-house ‘House Doctor’ and is always happy to advise on the best way to present your home, to go from everyday living to “Show House” to appeal to the widest audience. He can usually be found exploring art galleries in his spare time or dabbling in antiques.
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Thanh has worked for Wooster & Stock for over 13 years within both lettings and sales. He has huge local knowledge and has been able to look after the same clients (and property) more than once dur ing his time. His calm and thoughtful demeanour has won the trust of all he meets and his knowledge on local property is unrivalled. Thanh has a love of travel and property but more importantly his dogRemy can always be found resting under Thanh's desk, always ready for the next person to play ball.
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When you choose to market your property with Wooster & Stock, you can be confident that we’ll ensure that everything goes smoothly. Selling your property A leading independent agent covering all of London, the name Wooster & Stock is synonymous with trust, excellence and integrity. With decades of experience, specialising in all aspects of residential property, our friendly, enthusiastic and professional service ensures that our clients continually return to sell and buy through us. Our qualified database of home buyers will be notified of your property coming to market on their dedicated search websites where they can book viewings and offer feedback. Quite simply we endeavour to sell your home for the best price, in the shortest possible time, providing you an outstanding service, with a personal and friendly approach. We also recognise the importance of marketing, so your property will be advertised on the major online property portals, our website and social media sites, as well as traditional placement in our window display. Exclusively to us in our area, your property will receive its very own FREE Property Website showcasing a property video, OFSTED reports, and a widensnetworksthewebsiteyourbrochure.propertySharingpersonalisedacrosssocialtheaudience for your property, to find the right buyer and increasing the chances of a quicker sale.
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With social media being such a powerful marketing tool, we actively advertise our properties on Facebook and Twitter. We can also boost your posting to reach a wider but targeted audience. We can feature your property in the next edition of our fabulous monthly publication to further widen the exposure of your property being marketed in the local area. We distribute our magazine to local businesses in the High Street as well as when we visit peoples homes for property valuations... and we value a lot of properties in the area!
Present your house for sale by de-cluttering...
If you are looking to sell your house, or have had your home on the market for a while now, then you probably want to get the maximum sale price in the quickest time. There are a few things you can’t control – but the one thing that is in your control, is the look and feel of the interior and exterior.
While it’s worth spending time fixing and cleaning your house before potential buyers come and view, it’s also important to de-clutter. This creates spacious rooms and also allows you to decrease and organise your personal items before you move yourself. Of course it’s understandable that you don’t to want spend money, time and energy on a home you are about to leave, however, a lot of people are looking for a house in which they can move straight into. Maintaining your property might even save you thousands of pounds; it could even reduce added expenses of living in your home whilst waiting for a sale. And it might even help avoid possible reductions in the asking price.
Maximise your home’s potential and create spacious rooms enticing potential buyers – simply by de-cluttering!
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The main reason in which people move house tends to be because they lack space in their current home. They want a home that is spacious and in which they can grow into. If a potential viewer comes to your home and sees that there is lack of space, then this will turn them De-clutteringaway.allows you to remove any unnecessary items in an untidy or overcrowded place. It will help maximise your space, emotionally prepare you to move, and will allow you to focus your buyers on what is important.
De-personalising can also be a great way to declutter. Too many personal effects can be distracting to buyers. They want to see a house in which they can make their own memories rather than seeing yours. Again, personal items can be stored away. Remember that this is only a temporary way of living and hopefully it won’t be for long! If you find you are keeping more things than you are throwing out, then think about whether or not it’s in the right room or do you even need it now?
So where should you start? You need to create a great first impression and focus on the rooms themselves. You will notice that the first things you see in each room are personal items. Where possible you want to create the look of a lifestyle that the potential buyer want. This usually has a ‘show home’ feel, rather than a ‘lived in’ feel. Minimising your things is the quickest way to do this: you want to ensure that potential buyers can do simple things, like, open any doors easily, ensuring that there are no So,obstacles.whatdo we mean by clutter? There are two types: genuine clutter, and items that you want to keep but don’t work for the sale of your property.
As previously mentioned, you can attempt to sell some of the things you have acquired over the years. Use sites like eBay, Gumtree and social networking sites to try and sell items. You may want to even hold a house sale for the remaining items that you can’t sell. Failing that, why not donate to charity.
The end goal is still the same and it’s important to help potential buyers envision your house as theirs. So remember, decluttering will make your home more spacious and entice potential buyers!
Genuine Clutter: You need to go through the space and sort out each item, categorising them into things you want to keep and things you want to get rid of. You may even find that you have collected a cupboard full of paper work. Get yourself organised! Don’t just throw it all away, but file it and go through it thoroughly. This will also make it easier when you move. You also want to focus on little things like DVDs, books and trinkets. These items may have some small value so sell them or donate them to charity. Get rid of any old shoes and coats that are lying about in your porch or hallway. You might want to hide away the coats and shoes you do currently wear. Store them in your wardrobe, while you have viewings. Items that you want to keep but don’t work for the sale of your property: You may want to consider putting some items in storage while you sell your home. Sometimes items are too large or even too small for some spaces and can make the room look odd. If you want to keep these particular items, then store them until you move into your new home.
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Where possible you want to create the look of a lifestyle that the potential buyers want
• 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
• Agree the contract and arrange for the sellers to sign it in readiness of the exchange (below)
• Receive completion funds and (only when this has been completed) instruct your estate agent 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
• Forward transfer documents and deeds to the buyer’s solicitors
• Forward evidence of ‘discharge of mortgage’ 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.
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.
Your step-by-step guide to the conveyancing process
Seller’s solicitor’s steps
• Obtain a copy of the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) (if applicable)
• The seller(s) will return a completed Property Information Form and a Fixtures, Fittings and Contents Form to the solicitors
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.
Between exchange and completion
Upon completion
• Approve the transfer and arrange for the seller(s) and buyer(s) to sign
• Obtain a copy of the Title Deeds (or office copies if the title is registered)
• All parties agree completion dates and the contracts are exchanged
Completion date
• Copies of the above documents, plus a draft contract – this is known as an ‘Information Pack’ – will be sent to the buyer’s solicitor
• Receive the agent’s fee account and seek the seller’s consent to settle this out of completion funds
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.
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.
Upon Completion
Transfer of Title - The document that passes the ownership from the seller to the buyer.
• Initiate any specialist searches (for example: a coal search). Submit local, environmental and water searches and a chancel check. This takes about 10 working days in total, and enquiries are then usually raised from the results
• Receive a mortgage offer and instructions from the lender and deal with any conditions set out by them. 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
Exchange of contracts - The swapping of signed contracts by the solicitors (together with the buyer’s deposit). After this, the contract is binding.
• Report on title to mortgage lender and obtain funds for completion, including Stamp Duty (if appropriate)
Property information form/fixtures, fittings and contents form - Standard forms about the property that the seller answers for their solicitor (for example: what will be left behind, details of guarantees, etc.)
• Approve the contract when all enquiries are satisfactory and complete. (At this stage, a mortgage transfer deed will need to be signed and witnessed)
• Prepare accounts, obtain signature to mortgage deed and undertake final Land Registry and Land Charges searches
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.
Requisition on title - An enquiry relating to the completion arrangements. Seller’s Pack - This comprises a Property Information Form, a Fixtures, Fittings and Contents Form, a copy of the title deeds and the draft contract.
Buyer’s solicitor’s steps
Completion date
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 • Stamp the Transfer Deed, register the buyer’s ownership with the Land Registry and forward the deeds to the lender or client (where appropriate)
• Raise ‘requisitions on title’ and prepare the draft transfer deed
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• All parties agree completion dates and the contracts are exchanged Between exchange and completion
Land Registry - The Government department that records who owns what land, and under what conditions.
• Obtain the Information Pack, including a copy of the EPC (if applicable) from the sellers’ solicitor and raise any additional queries
Stamp Duty for buy to let investors and second home owners - An additional tax, paid by the buyer purchasing an additional property that is not their main residence. It includes buy to let landlords and those buying second homes and holiday homes. The higher rates will be 3 percentage points above the current rates of duty shown below.
Stamp Duty - Currently, the Stamp Duty threshold for residential properties is £125,000. For first-time buyers, you’ll get a discount as long as the purchase price is £500,000 or less. However, how much you pay is also dependent on whether you already own another property or if you’re a non-UK resident.
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.
Mortgage Redemption Figure - The amount required to repay the outstanding capital/ interest of a mortgage.
Title Deeds - Legal documents that prove ownership of land/buildings, and the terms on which they are owned.
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.
Moving house?
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.
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
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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.
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
Pack non-essential items
Research your new area (transfer schools and order new uniform)
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. 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.
Notify utility companies Start preparation for your new house Keep packing Two weeks Finalise all details
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.
Give removal company instructions of what goes where Check for any damage before they Readleaveyour new utility meters and send them off to your supplier
Organise pet and child care
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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 hours Check every room and ensure everything is packed Pack a night bag so everything is to Collecthandyour new keys
in, and start ordering any new furnishings for your new property. Start 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.
Make sure your phone is fully charged so you can get in touch with the estate agents or removal company Moving in Prepare for the arrival of the removal company and give them directions/ your contact details Ensure everything is ready to move Record meter readings On arrival
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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! You have arrived at your new home! 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. 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.
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Removal companies Unless you live in a small property or flat, it could be worth hiring a professional removal company to help relieve some of the stress on the day. They have many skills and experience and some of the services they can provide include packing and unpacking, dismantling and assembling furniture, loading your belongings quickly and securely, including those fragile and specialist items. They can even supply you with packing materials.
You also won’t have to worry about the exhausting physical side of things, that being carrying boxes back and forth
Removal company or brave it yourself?
Hiring a removal company will also allow you the time to collect the keys to your new home. You also won’t have to worry about the exhausting physical side of things, that being carrying boxes back and forth. Some services are great if you don’t have much time to plan and get these done yourself; however these do often come at a premium and may not be suitable for those on a budget.
When choosing a removal company
You’re excited about your new home and location but the process of packing, organising and actually moving all of your items is something no-one really ever looks forward to. Not only that but you also have to contact utility companies, maintain a job, keep your children happy and clean your entire house.
You do have super powers, right?
Want to treat yourself to a proper removal company for your next move or are you prepared to do it yourself
Pack a survival box. These are the things that you will need first and should include paper towels, bin bags, cutlery, the kettle, some mugs, tea, coffee, milk, sugar and finally, some toilet paper!
When packing, ensure you don’t overload your boxes with heavy items, as these will be difficult to lift and could cause a back injury. Fill any empty gaps using old newspaper, clothing, socks or even tea towels. This will help secure any items when they are being Createmoved.aninventory and label all your boxes and write the contents on each box with a marker. That way you will know which room each box is to go in. And if you are super organised, you could even colour code each room!
Pack heavier boxes on the bottom. This might seem like common sense but it will ensure that any of your fragile items won’t break.
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at least three quotes from removal companies, preferably from firms which will come out to your property rather than those who just estimate the cost over the phone, as you don’t want any nasty charges later on. Plus it will give the company an accurate idea of any restricted areas in your home, if they can park a van or lorry, and how many items you have. You should also ask for the price to be broken down so you can see just how much you are paying for when it comes to certain aspects like insurance, packing, an hourly rate, mileage and any storage costs. Once you have found a removal company, it can be useful to send them a briefing sheet that includes information about any items which need to be specially packed, any difficult or large items, plus any carpets and curtains which need moving. Finally, it can also be helpful to send them a floor plan of the new property so they can unload efficiently.
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its key to look at those which have good recommendations and reviews, as you need a company you can rely on. You can use comparison sites, such as comparemymove.com and reallymoving.com, to help find you the best
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