Country & Executive Property Show Guide

Sunday 27th May Boreham House, Chelmsford, CM3 3HY

Show Guide OfďŹ cial media supporters:

Welcome...

Welcome to the inaugural Country and Prestige Property Exhibition which is brought to you by Beresfords in association with five other leading independent estate agents from East Anglia, namely David Burr, Cheffins, Clarke & Simpson, Brown & Co and Oliver Minton.

The exhibition is filled with some of the finest properties East Anglia has to offer, both for sale and to rent. As well as discovering the types of beautiful properties that are currently available, you will also have the opportunity to explore what our home counties have to offer, from Essex through to Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and Lincolnshire.

As this is a property exhibition I would like to give you my overview of how we are finding the property sector. You will understand that I can only comment on the Essex area but I’m sure my colleagues from our neighbouring counties will only be too happy to talk you through their markets when you visit their stands.

With spring traditionally being the busiest time of the year for the property market everything appears to be going in the right direction. Since the start of the year, all the key ‘front end’ indicators have improved considerably especially in terms of buyers and tenants actively out viewing.

Our Sales offices have seen a good level of purchaser enquiries this spring. In particular our branches on the London/ Essex borders have seen an influx from those looking for rural properties further into Essex and the Country Homes market has certainly gathered pace as a result.

The Lettings market continues to be extremely busy. This is characterised by the high number of tenants looking to rent which is positive for rental prices being achieved and for those entering the Buy to Let market as landlords.

Please take this opportunity to walk around the exhibition, explore the beautiful settings of Boreham House and take advantage of the activities that we have organised in the grounds. The children will be entertained by circus entertainers, face painters, balloon modellers and a bouncy castle. If you enjoy live music then we have a renowned jazz band, Jazz Bites, playing throughout the day.

What’s more Colchester Birds of Prey will be displaying their wide range of birds on the lawn.

We hope the weather is kind as there is also a BBQ and refreshments will be available throughout the day in the pavilion and also the beer tent.

May I take this opportunity to thank the events official media supporters, the Brentwood Gazette, Essex Chronicle and Country and Townhouse Magazine for their support. I would also like to extend my thanks to Boreham House for helping us stage this event.

I hope you enjoy your day and we look forward to being of assistance in the near future.

Paul Beresford, FNAEA, MARLA Chairman/Managing Director Beresfords www.beresfordsgroup.co.uk

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FEMALE TOILETS

BERESFORDS LETTINGS & INVESTMENT

BERESFORDS NEW HOMES

BERESFORDS FINANCIAL SERVICES

OLIVER MINTON HERTFORDSHIRE & WEST ESSEX

BERESFORDS SALES ESSEX & GREATER LONDON

ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST

ABELS MOVING SERVICES

CLARKE & SIMPSON SUFFOLK

THOROUGHLY WOOD

SEATING AREA

BAR CHEFFINS CAMBRIDGESHIRE, ESSEX & SUFFOLK

DAVID BURR SUFFOLK & NORTH ESSEX

SEATING AREA

BROWN & CO NORFOLK, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, LINCOLNSHIRE & NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

MALE TOILETS FIRE EXIT

FIRE EXIT

MAIN ENTRANCE OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT AREA INCLUDING BBQ & BEER TENT

Activities throughout the day ...

To help make this event a family day out we have organised a great line of up of entertainment on the lawn: Live jazz music We are delighted to have with us today a well-respected Jazz band, Jazz Bites, who will be playing throughout the day at the following times: 11.30am – 12.15pm 1.15pm – 2pm 2.45pm – 3.30pm Please take time to enjoy their music in the grounds.

Flying display by Colchester Birds of Prey Enjoy a magnificent display by Colchester Birds of Prey who will be displaying a wide range of birds on the lawn.

Flying displays will be held at: 12.30pm 2.15pm Circus entertainers Keep the children entertained by Professor Rainbows who will be teaching us how to juggle, spin plates, master the art of diabolos, how to use ribbon strings and skip like a pro.

Please go and join them throughout the day. www.beresfordsgroup.co.uk

Face painters We know that children love having their faces painted which is why we have hired a brilliant face painter who will be available throughout the day to come up with some fantastic designs.

Balloon modellers See what they can turn a balloon into by visiting them on the lawn.

Bouncy castle Great fun for the children but before food maybe advisable!

Food and drink Enjoy some food from the BBQ and refreshments from the beer tent and the bar in the pavilion. What’s more there is also a sweet cart from Anglo European School for all those who have a sweet tooth!

All details correct at time of going to press, certain activities are dependent on the weather.

Meet the exhibitors…

Beresfords Essex and Greater London Beresfords is one of the largest independent, family run estate agencies in the South East and is dedicated to providing the highest possible levels of service and contact to all clients.

Having been founded in 1968, over the past four decades we have expanded to cover Essex and into Great and Central London.

Due to our continued growth we currently have more than 20 offices and departments covering Residential Sales, Lettings,

Country Homes, Land and New Homes, Financial Services, Commercial and Surveying.

We are pleased to say our achievement have been recognised at the highest level having won sixteen awards in the last five years including Best Estate Agency in the South East at the Sunday Times Estate Agency of the Year Awards. www.beresfordsgroup.co.uk

David Burr Suffolk and North Essex Founded in 1995, David Burr has become one of the most successful agencies in the region. Our name is synonymous with quality property and a level of service to match.

We have grown quickly from our Long Melford office to open offices in Clare, Castle Hedingham, Woolpit, Leavenheath and a new office in Newmarket which is due to open imminently. We also enjoy high profile representation via The London Office in SW1.

Our client’s properties are offered from all our offices - via a state-of-the-art computer system giving unrivalled exposure to potential purchasers in the area. Furthermore staff training and development is an on-going priority and the company has achieved the Investor In People Award. www.davidburr.co.uk

Cheffins Cambridgeshire, Essex, Suffolk What distinguishes Cheffins is its range of specialisms and pre-eminence in them - residential, rural and commercial property, fine art and the auctioneering of machinery and collectibles.

A leading residential estate agent in mid-Anglia, we have offices in Saffron Walden, Cambridge, Ely, Haverhill, Newmarket, and St Ives.

Our Commercial Property department covers the full range of agency, management, investment, development, planning and property consultancy services.

Our Rural Professional department provides a diverse range of services to farmers and land owners.

Cheffins is the leading UK auctioneers for vintage steam vehicles and we run the world’s largest farm machinery auction every month near Ely. www.cheffins.co.uk

www.beresfordsgroup.co.uk

Clarke & Simpson Suffolk Clarke & Simpson is an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors dealing in rural property matters including estate agency, farm and land sales, professional valuations, estate management, auctioneering and architectural work.

Based in Framlingham, we deal with property throughout Suffolk and beyond, with our estate management department acting for clients across the UK. Our knowledge of the region is second to none, giving us the perfect insight into our local property market and its trends.

It is not all about knowledge, experience and understanding. We believe in doing business the right way. We are proactive, but not intrusive and are always honest with our clients ensuring they are provided with the best advice for their personal and individual circumstances. We place great emphasis on building strong relationships, getting to know our clients and potential purchasers. www.clarkeandsimpson.co.uk

Brown & Co Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire At Brown & Co we work very hard to exceed the expectations of our clients, placing the highest standards of service at the top of our priorities to achieve the best results. For us this delivers a highly successful residential department of which we are proud.

With Estate Agency offices in Norwich, Holt, Sheringham, King’s Lynn, Ely, Retford and Brigg, we deal with a full range of properties from apartments to farms and country houses, selling international property too via our Caribbean office in St Lucia.

We do what we say we will, bringing true integrity to the market place, combined with extensive local knowledge and the latest innovative market initiatives to reach all prospective buyers.

www.brown-co.com

Oliver Minton Hertfordshire and West Essex borders Oliver Minton specialise and excel in the sale and letting of village and rural homes in East Hertfordshire and the West Essex borders. With branches in Stanstead Abbotts and Puckeridge, we cover a predominantly semi-rural area between Broxbourne (to the south), Royston (to the north), Stevenage (to the west) and Bishop’s Stortford (to the east).

to mid-range detached individual and village family homes in the £350,000-£600,000 bracket, rising to the larger equestrian orientated properties in the £1,000,000+ range www.oliverminton.com

Our typical stock of property varies from 2 bedroom country and village cottages in the £200,000 / £250,000 bracket, through

www.beresfordsgroup.co.uk

Abels Abels Moving Services have generations of expertise, a passion for perfection and an unrivalled attention to detail which marks Abels out as the removal company of choice for anyone looking to ensure a smooth move. A dedicated manager will handle every aspect of your move, arranging packing and storage of your treasured possessions, overseeing specialist transit for pianos,

antiques and artwork, organising any necessary certification and even booking handymen, dog sitters and grocery delivery as required. Wherever your travels take you, nationally or internationally, let Abels take care of your world. www.abels.co.uk

Thoroughly Wood Thoroughly Wood is a kitchen and furniture company that prides itself on affordable, bespoke designs, using only solid timber.

The company started in 1992 when Mark Lineham bought the company he worked for and indeed did his apprenticeship with.

Back then there was only a workforce of four, this is now 26 with three apprentices and a design department that challenges the boundaries of what is possible with solid timber. As of this year

they are in a new purpose built workshop and office and an extensive site. They also have two showrooms, one in Rochester , the other in Brasted. www.thoroughlywood.co.uk

Lookers Lookers Chelmsford is one of the most successful Land Rover dealerships in the country, with possibly the largest selection of approved used Land Rovers available in the south east. We have the full range of new models available for customer demonstration drives including the new Range Rover Evoque.

We also offer full servicing facilities for both Land Rover and Jaguar vehicles with fully trained and manufacturer qualified technicians. www.lookers.co.uk

Attractive customer tailored finance packages and excellent partexchange prices on all makes of vehicle are available.

Official media supporters...

Essex Chronicle & Brentwood Gazette Making local matter more has been at the heart of the Essex Chronicle’s philosophy since the first publication in 1764. From campaigning for safer roads to reporting on the achievements of local people, we’ve remained at the heart of all things local for nearly 250 years, winning most recently Weekly Newspaper of the Year at the Society of Editors Regional Press Awards.

As the leading paid-for weekly newspaper in Essex, with more readers than any national popular, mid-market or quality newspaper our team are committed to the local community. www.thisistotalessex.co.uk

Country and Townhouse Magazine Country & Town House is the only monthly glossy magazine that celebrates the very best of British town & country living. As well as reaching London’s most affluent houses, the magazine is on sale in Waitrose, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury and WH Smith and is available at every leading estate agent nationwide.

Written by leading national journalists Country & Town House

covers style and fashion, food and travel, art, interiors and antiques as well as the most beautiful houses on the market in London and country every issue. Fun, fresh and informative it brings its readers the “best of both worlds.” www.countryandtownhouse.co.uk/

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