THE COLLECTION MAGAZINE
THE RIBBLE VALLEY
ISSUE 3 2018
COLLECTION HOME AND SCHOOL THE AVAILABILITY OF LOCAL SCHOOLING IS A KEY CONSIDERATION WHEN DECIDING WHERE TO LIVE
GETTING READY FOR GOLF IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY EUROPEAN TOUR PROPERTIES’ VENUES ARE FIRM FAVOURITES
FINE & COUNTRY NEWS THE LATEST NEWS, EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS IN THE WORLD OF FINE & COUNTRY
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Welcome to Fine & Country Ribble Valley’s Collection magazine. At Fine & Country, we believe that unique properties require a bespoke approach to selling. This is why we use tailored marketing tools to promote our customer’s property to the highest standards on a local, national and international level. People buy in to the lifestyle of a property and its location as well as the bricks and mortar. With this in mind we have designed a unique and successful marketing strategy to find you the perfect buyer. Our high quality marketing includes website representation, social media, national advertising in newspapers and magazines through a dedicated PR centre and our own Refined and Collection magazines which are distributed by our office network of 225 offices. We understand that moving home is one of the most important decisions you make and that your home is both a financial and emotional investment. This deserves personal attention and excellent service from experienced property professionals. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just browsing, I’m always happy to chat about the market and answer any questions you may have so please feel free to contact me. Jason Preston Head of Sales Fine & Country Ribble Valley 39 King Street Whalley BB7 9SP +44 (0)1254 828922 jason.preston@fineandcountry.com
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CONTENTS
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DESIGN SCENE: ENGLISH COUNTRY CHARM
FINE & COUNTRY NEWS The latest news, events and happenings in the world of Fine & Country.
LATEST PRICE MOVEMENTS NORTH EAST Combining dream interiors with listed building OF THE PREMIUM AND TOP 1% TOP 5% £535,000 £325,000 SUPER-PREMIUM restrictionsREGIONAL can beMARKETS tricky. Fine & Country Interior average price
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Design’s Rebecca Hughes Interiors explains how they renovated a Grade II Listed Georgian YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER NORTH WEST stately home. SOUTH WEST £700,000
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£3,450,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
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Statistics show green shoots of recovery emerging across the UK.
These premium price points are found by listing all residential transactions within a region and ordering them from lowest to highest price. We look at transactions that happened in the most recent month for which HM Land Registry has a complete dataset. The ‘top 5%’ figure is the price of the sold property that sits exactly 95% of the way up from bottom to top, otherwise known as the 95th percentile. The ‘top 1%’ sits 99% of the way up the distribution and is the 99th percentile. We aim to avoid big month-to-month variability by using a big sample size (i.e. an entire region), but some volatility is inevitable, owing to the fact that we are only looking at a small subset of the whole market. N.B Average price March 2018. Annual change March 2018 vs March 2017
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ESCAPE: STROLLING THROUGH THE CENTURIES
Set within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Dundas Arms and the Yew Tree Inn hail from different centuries, yet they share much in common.
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It’s easy to see why European Tour Properties’ venues are firm favourites. But there’s more that goes into an event than meets the eye.
The availability of local schooling is a key consideration when deciding where to live. Nicola Laggett looks for beautiful homes within easy reach of high-level public and state schools.
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There is a boom in popularity for homes with a sea view and those that are eco-friendly. Nicola Laggett explores a Brighton home that ticks all the boxes.
If fusion were an art form, Chef James Cochran would be one of the grand masters. Giselle Whiteaker tantalises her taste buds at James Cochran EC3.
GOLF: GETTING READY FOR GOLF
PROPERTY FEATURE: ECO BY THE SEA
P R O P E RTY H I G H L I G H T: HOME AND SCHOOL
CUISINE: FUSION FLAVOURS
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COLLECTION HOME AND SCHOOL THE AVAILABILITY OF LOCAL SCHOOLING IS A KEY CONSIDERATION WHEN DECIDING WHERE TO LIVE
GETTING READY FOR GOLF IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY EUROPEAN TOUR PROPERTIES’ VENUES ARE FIRM FAVOURITES
FINE & COUNTRY NEWS THE LATEST NEWS, EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS IN THE WORLD OF FINE & COUNTRY
COVER IMAGE Family Home refurbishment by F&C Interior Design firm Rebecca Hughes Interiors THE COLLECTION | 5 |
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HARE HILL CROFTS CHATBURN LANCASHIRE
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Price from ÂŁ525,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
A development of ten executive detached homes situated on the outskirts of the village of Chatburn. The area is also perfectly located for well-respected secondary schools and private school establishments including Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, Stonyhurst College, Oakhill College and Moorland School. There are many and varied sporting and leisure facilities within the area including golf clubs at Whalley, Clitheroe, Hurst Green and Wilpshire. All properties offer generous living spaces with views towards Pendle Hill, five bedrooms, a double garage, off-road parking and gardens to the front and rear. NHBC WARRANTY.
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DESIGN
ENGLISH COUNTRY CHARM COMBINING DREAM INTERIORS WITH LISTED BUILDING RESTRICTIONS CAN BE TRICKY. FINE & COUNTRY INTERIOR DESIGN’S REBECCA HUGHES INTERIORS EXPLAINS HOW THEY RENOVATED A GRADE II LISTED GEORGIAN STATELY HOME.
We knew from day one this project would require thinking outside the box. For me, a successful renovation of a historic building always looks to the past while moving forward. It is a myth that it is impossible to make changes to a home with a strict listing status, but we did need to compromise on some of our design choices. The listed building status stipulated we could not touch or disrupt the original fabric of the walls. Therefore, with the help of John Cullen, a company specialising in lighting design, we sat down and mapped out which areas we should highlight and the best method. We created boxing for the light fittings to sit along the walls, designed to mimic the original architectural elements. For
example, we extended the bases of the columns and painted them to appear as though they had always been there. It didn’t touch the original fabric, instead sitting alongside it, meaning no damage or alterations impacted the original walls. In other rooms, rather than stripping the walls back and repainting them, we built walls in front of the original structure. This meant the dado, picture rails and original wallpaper were not touched in the process, so the room could easily revert to exactly how it was originally intended to be. It also ensures the original plan, form and appearance of the building isn’t lost forever. The need for a fresh and more up-to-date look and feel in these rooms was imperative for our client, who wanted to bring the property sympathetically into the modern day.
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Historical features on the staircase. ABOVE
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NEWS
FROM FINE & COUNTRY
INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION Fine & Country has opened a new office in the capital of Romania, Bucharest. The office hosted a glittering opening party at a former embassy in June. The event included a press briefing with local journalists, a presentation on urban development from the World Bank, and a drinks reception as the sun went down. The office is already active within the city, working with large new developments. David Lindley, CEO of Fine & Country, attended the launch event. “We are thrilled that the brand is opening in a new country. The Romanian office has hit the ground running, which is fantastic to see. We wish them every success,� he said. Fine & Country Romania 0212 304 455 romania@fineandcountry.com
NEW OFFICE OPENINGS Fine & Country has opened offices in two new international locations in recent months. Fine & Country Southampton will work with properties across the southern port city, from beautiful apartments with water views to countryside retreats in the surrounding areas. Meanwhile, in the UK, Fine & Country New Forest and Sandbanks has opened on the exclusive Sandbanks peninsula. Homes here are as prestigious as those in the London boroughs of Kensington and Mayfair, and it is the most expensive coastal location in the UK. Many of the properties have incredible views of the beach and out to sea. Fine & Country Southampton 02380 577 777 southampton@fineandcountry.com Fine & Country New Forest & Sandbanks 01590 613355 newforest@fineandcountry.com
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NEWS
RECRUITING FOR NEPAL
GOLD CUP SUCCESS
Do you have what it takes to trek through Nepal? Would you like to build a house for a family who have been living in temporary accommodation for 3 years since the earthquake?
The 10th anniversary of the Fine & Country Gold Cup was a huge success, raising £2,386.12 for The Foundation.
The Fine & Country Foundation is recruiting volunteers to join them on their next trek to Nepal. They have already raised funds to build over 35 houses, and now the aim is to complete the village. Each house costs £1,800 to build, so each trekker has a target of funding an entire house.
Hundreds of people headed to Dallas Burston Polo Club to enjoy the beautiful British summer weather on 7th July. Attendees sipped on Pimms and Prosecco in the sunshine, while enjoying an exhilarating game of polo. The coveted Fine & Country Gold Cup was claimed by C.A.N.I., who stormed to victory in a captivating match.
The trek will take 10 days and cover incredible Nepalese landscapes high in the mountains. It will be a walk from Kathmandu to the village of Thangpalkot1 to meet the people who are being helped by the project. Contact foundation@fineandcountry.com to find out more.
PROPERTIES OF THE WEEK The UK website has already been used by over one million people this year and received over five million page views. Now, properties that opt for the Gold Marketing service will be featured on the homepage for thousands of people to see every day. The new ‘Properties of the Week’ carousel is based on the homepage of the Fine & Country website, so keep an eye out for it. Contact your local Fine & Country agent to find out more at www.fineandcountry.com/uk/find-an-estate-agent
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MARKET OUTLOOK
MARKET OUTLOOK STATISTICS SHOW GREEN SHOOTS OF RECOVERY EMERGING ACROSS THE UK. The April edition of the RICS residential market survey reveals things are starting to improve. While there are surveyors reporting a fall in the number of buyer inquiries, the number reporting a rise has significantly increased, with expectations for further growth in the coming months. In London, this is the first time in 12 months a rising number of buyer inquiries has been reported. Currently, the Government’s main housing priority is making housing more accessible – a sure-fire vote-winner. It appears to be working; the rising number of first-time buyers is the most interesting part of the mortgage market data we look at. This is relevant to the prime market because heightened activity at the lower end will filter upwards. Each sub-market of UK residential is inextricably intertwined, from the first-time buyer market at the bottom of the property ladder to the premium market at the top.
We are confident the ice is starting to melt in the prime property market. However, we must all bear in mind that the meteoric rise in prime prices experienced by many parts of the country after the credit crunch will probably not be seen again. These gains came on the back of global financial turmoil that caused high-net-worth individuals around the world to move their money into the safe haven of central London residential assets. We are going to see a positive upswing, but it will be in the context of the ‘new normal’. While there is still some volatility in the prime UK property market, it is clear there are myriad opportunities to be taken advantage of now, and the best way to maximise the potential of these opportunities is by working with a local market expert. Contact your local Fine & Country agent to book a market appraisal. Source: ResiAnalytics
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LATEST PRICE MOVEMENTS OF THE PREMIUM AND SUPER-PREMIUM REGIONAL MARKETS
NORTH EAST £325,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
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NORTH WEST TOP 1% SOUTH WEST
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£3,450,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
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8%
These premium price points are found by listing all residential transactions within a region and ordering them from lowest to highest price. We look at transactions that happened in the most recent month for which HM Land Registry has a complete dataset. The ‘top 5%’ figure is the price of the sold property that sits exactly 95% of the way up from bottom to top, otherwise known as the 95th percentile. The ‘top 1%’ sits 99% of the way up the distribution and is the 99th percentile. We aim to avoid big month-to-month variability by using a big sample size (i.e. an entire region), but some volatility is inevitable, owing to the fact that we are only looking at a small subset of the whole market. N.B Average price March 2018. Annual change March 2018 vs March 2017
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SET WITHIN THE NORTH WESSEX DOWNS AREA OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY, THE DUNDAS ARMS AND THE YEW TREE INN HAIL FROM DIFFERENT CENTURIES, YET THEY SHARE MUCH IN COMMON. GISELLE WHITEAKER EXPLORES THESE COUNTRYSIDE RETREATS.
Perched on a spit of land between the Kennet and Avon Canal and the River Avon in West Berkshire, moments from Kintbury train station, the Dundas Arms is akin to a cool drink of water. The eight-room, 18th-century, Grade II Listed inn, named after Charles Dundas, the first chairman of the Kennet and Avon Canal Company, has recently had a £500,000 makeover, which has served to enhance its ample charms. My mother Judy gives a sigh of satisfaction as we check in to our lovely room overlooking the canal. The colours hint at autumn, with moss, beige and bronze, a teal wardrobe on one side adding a splash of colour. Regal, leather-framed headboards hang from brass hooks on the wood-panelled back wall and a duck-footed freestanding mirror adds a dash of personality. “This will do quite nicely,” Judy says, popping the kettle on for a cup of tea before we head outside to make the most of the sunshine. “We were thinking about going for a wander,” I explain to the receptionist, who hands us a leaflet for a two-hour circular walk. Not once have Judy and I managed to follow ABOVE
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walking directions, so it is with some trepidation that we set off along the left bank of the towpath. We walk past a sign offering horse-drawn canal boat trips, the boat moored further down the path. Dragonflies flutter past and ducks forage in the reeds on the edge of the murky green water. Time slows down to match the flow of the canal, fish sending ripples across the surface as they feed. We cross an old stone bridge arching across the canal and hike up Irish Hill, turning to admire the far-reaching view of the Kennet Valley. We stroll through fields and over stiles, past farmhouses and wooded copses. Two hours later, we find ourselves approaching the Dundas Arms, not a footstep misplaced, courtesy of the well-written landmarks included in the flyer. We have just enough time to freshen up before dinner. It’s a balmy evening, allowing us to make the most of the riverside terrace, already dotted with punters in the know. The food here is superb. We feast on a River Kennet crayfish cocktail with a creamy home-made Marie Rose sauce; rare roasted beef with gem salad, Parmesan crisps and salsa verde; pressed ham hock, chicken and parsley terrine; and pan-fried duck breast with saffron risotto, runner beans and sautéed yellow courgette. For dessert, we indulge with vanilla cream, summer fruit compote and crumbled shortbread; and Valrhona dark chocolate mousse and honeycomb, topped with a handful of halved raspberries. It is a deeply satisfying meal. The next day, post-breakfast, we meet up with a friend from Newbury who guides us to Heaven’s Gate, a folly on the hill above Highclere Castle that offers superb views of Highclere’s 1,000 acres of sweeping parkland. The sprawling Jacobethan property is the residence of Lord and Lady Carnarvon and was the primary filming location for Downton Abbey, now drawing visitors from across the globe.
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Like Highclere Castle, the Yew Tree Inn was built in the 17th century, although it is a more modest affair, a few short miles down the road. We check in to one of the eight cottage-style guest rooms, each of which is named after trees found in the surrounding forests and woodlands. The back wall is dressed in fabulous, floral William Morris wallpaper, the bed wears a tartan throw and a deep burgundy headboard, and the window is framed by attic-style sloping walls. It screams cosy comfort and we kick off our shoes and settle in. Just as the rooms exude character, so does the two AA-rosette restaurant, with artfully mismatched tables and chairs and cosy nooks designed for two. Inspired by Hampshire’s rich tradition of farming, fishing and shooting, the undeniably British menu features fresh fish, game, meat, fruit and vegetables sourced from surrounding fields and streams. We dine on black pudding Scotch eggs; crab on toast with pickled cucumbers; and a fishermen’s board, with prawns, smoked mackerel, bruschetta, mussels and a delightfully crunchy-coated crab arancini. Unable to decide on dessert, the chef offers us a taster plate of everything: vanilla crème brûlee with boozy peaches and shortbread; treacle tart; a vegan chocolate brownie; and white chocolate mousse with peanut butter lollipops, honeycomb, chocolate soil and cherry glaze. It looks so good the table next to us orders the same. The Yew Tree Inn may be from a different century than the Dundas Arms, and in a different county – we have slipped from West Berkshire into Hampshire – but the inns share much in what they offer: a welcoming countryside retreat and food worth travelling for.
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Crab on toast with pickled cucumbers at the Yew Tree Inn; black pudding Scotch eggs; a cosy corner in the restaurant at the Yew Tree Inn.
The Dundas Arms and the Yew Tree Inn are part of the Epicurean Collection, a group of award-winning independent inns dedicated to the finest in British food, comfort and culture, set in idyllic countryside or traditional village locations. See www.epicurean.club for more information.
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WHITE HOLME HIGHERFORD LANCASHIRE Fine & Country are delighted to bring to market this outstanding five bedroom detached stone built Victorian gentleman’s residence dating back to circa 1890. Sympathetically blending original features, including servants’ bells, leaded light windows and oak panelling with a stunning contemporary twist. Mills and Scott kitchen and Simpsons of Colne bedroom furniture, this magnificent family home is sure to impress. The village of Barrowford is within a short walking distance and the excellent amenities within include a wide range of shops, restaurants, junior school, recreational areas and the Pendle Heritage Centre with the A6068 and M65 offering superb commuting routes. Clitheroe and Skipton are within a 25 minute drive.
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STONE JUG FARM CLIVIGER LANCASHIRE
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An exceptional detached family home set amidst open countryside in surrounding panoramic aspect ideal for the equine enthusiast. Constructed circa 2000 and more recently extended in 2014. The property boasts authentic reclaimed features combined perfectly with a contemporary theme. The high specification property benefitting from two wings affords entrance porch, hallway, 2pc cloakroom, lounge, sitting room, dining kitchen, four bedrooms with en suite shower room to master, 4pc house bathroom. The separate wing has a second kitchen, family/entertainment area, three further bedrooms and a 3pc house bathroom. Externally the property has electric gates leading to a sweeping driveway, substantial formal gardens, four horse stone-built stable block and circa 6 acres of grazing land.
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NEW HALL RIBCHESTER This stunning Grade II Listed three-storey home lies in approximately 1½ acres of formal gardens with road frontage to Blackburn Road and river frontage to the River Ribble (to which it has fishing rights). Internally the property briefly comprises: porch, hallway, lounge, dining kitchen, keeping cellar, study, four bedrooms, dressing room and two bathrooms. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and incorporate mature trees, shrubs and large stone flagged sun terrace. The driveway is accessed by electrically operated double opening wrought iron entrance gates which lead to a large L-shaped garage block with stone flag roof, electric light and power.
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SIMFIELD FARM SLAIDBURN LANCASHIRE
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Situated in the heart of the Forest of Bowland lies Simfield Farm, a beautiful and substantial detached farmhouse and barn with a commanding position and stunning 360° views over rolling countryside towards Waddington Fell. Purchased by the present owners approximately 20 years ago, the farmhouse, which is very light and airy, has been extensively renovated and is stylishly appointed throughout with many attractive features. The attached barn offers excellent potential for further development either as additional accommodation for the main house or as a granny annexe (subject to planning permission). Externally there are large formal garden areas taking advantage of the fabulous views and an additional 8 acres of unencumbered farmland.
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MEGITTA HOUSE DINCKLEY Megitta House is located in one of the most sought after residential areas of the Ribble Valley. This four bedroom individual architecturally designed family home offers multi-flexible internal living accommodation. Dinckley itself is within easy access of the A59 offering commuting routes across the whole of East Lancashire and on into Yorkshire. The village of Whalley and market town of Clitheroe are a short distance away where a host of extensive facilities and amenities are available including a wide range of banks, shops, junior, secondary and private schooling establishments, recreational areas and there are excellent bus and rail networks that lead on through to Manchester.
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Price ÂŁ1,400,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
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MOORLANDS FOULRIDGE LANCASHIRE
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Price ÂŁ1,500,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
Moorlands is a substantial country residence having been built in the latter part of the 19th century with imposing elevations. The period features are just as impressive, the original character having been retained even though the property has been extensively modernised by the current owners. An imposing entrance hallway leads to a delightful reception hall with galleried landing and large centre roof light. All the reception rooms are of an elegant nature with deep skirtings, moulded architraves and ornate cornice features. To the south of the house across the courtyard is a detached coach house and former stables bearing a date stone of 1870, now converted to provide additional two bedroom accommodation. Beautifully maintained and mature landscaped gardens of circa 5 acres.
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ROOKWOOD WHALLEY Extensively improved, refurbished and extended in 2001 by the current owner, this stunning property which is enveloped within 3 acres of private gardens occupies a truly enviable location that is highly regarded and most convenient. The property lies in formal gardens, with stone pillared gated entrance and driveway leading to car parking for several vehicles. The gardens are laid to lawn and adjoin agricultural land to one side and there is a large raised timber decking patio ideal for entertaining with lighting adjoining the rear and the kitchen area. There is a feature set inlaid turning circle to the front of the property together with Indian stone flagged patio areas around the house.
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DINCKLEY GRANGE BARN DINCKLEY LANCASHIRE
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Price £1,895,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
Situated in one of the most desirable positions within the Ribble Valley, Dinckley Grange Barn is sure to impress. With 270° panoramas over surrounding countryside and farmland encompassing Whalley Nab,Waddington and Longridge Fells and on towards the Yorkshire Dales. A truly magnificent barn conversion immaculately presented to an exceptional standard. Four reception rooms, five bedrooms, five bathrooms, gym, swimming pool, garaging for three vehicles, games room, surrounded by formal landscaped gardens with summer house and paddock. Dinckley Grange Barn benefits from the luxurious trappings associated with rural living yet benefits from an abundance of amenity value being a short drive away from the A59 and the village of Whalley and market town of Clitheroe. Additional land available by separate negotiation.
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APARTMENT 1 WOODFORD HALL MELLOR Woodfold Hall is surrounded by rolling countryside with far reaching views. Approached along a tree lined driveway leading to the Hall with its imposing façade. Accommodation includes: hallway, 2pc cloakroom, master bedroom with door to Apartment 4, 3pc en suite shower room, bedroom two (currently a dressing room), en suite bathroom, open plan lounge dining kitchen. One car parking space, ample visitor parking, double garage. Underneath the property is a store room and communal room. Potential to create one large apartment if purchased together with number 4. Conveniently located close to the village of Mellor, a short drive from junction 31 of the M6 motorway.
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APARTMENT 4 WOODFORD HALL MELLOR LANCASHIRE
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Price £300,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
Woodfold Hall is surrounded by rolling countryside with far reaching views. Approached along a tree lined driveway leading to the Hall with its imposing façade. Accommodation includes: hallway, 2pc cloakroom, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, open plan lounge dining kitchen. One car parking space, ample visitor parking, single garage. Underneath the property is a store room and communal room. Potential to create one large apartment if purchased together with number 1. Conveniently located close to the village of Mellor, a short drive from junction 31 of the M6 motorway and is convenient for surrounding towns and Manchester city centre.
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CHERRY YATE RIBCHESTER A delightful period property which offers more than first meets the eye. An original farmhouse with partially converted adjoining barn, double garage, large garden and long distance views. Great potential and a motivated seller. Accommodation includes five generous bedrooms, three reception rooms, dining kitchen, two bathrooms, potential to create annexe from the partially converted adjoining barn. Off street parking, located on Stoneygate Lane approximately half a mile from the centre of Ribchester village which benefits from a wealth of amenities such as Spar store, public houses, restaurants, churches, junior school and the famous Ribchester Roman Museum. The village lies on the banks of the River Ribble, 6 miles north west of Blackburn, and 12 miles east of Preston.
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Price ÂŁ625,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
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LAITHE HILL FARM WYCOLLER LANCASHIRE
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Price ÂŁ645,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
Laithe Hill Farm is a stone built detached Grade II Listed farmhouse believed to date back to the 17th century, located in the picturesque village of Wycoller adjacent to Wycoller Beck and surrounded by beautiful open countryside. The farmhouse has been upgraded in recent years retaining much of its original charm and character and there are quality fixtures and fittings throughout. The accommodation briefly comprises: entrance hall, cloakroom, sitting room, dining room, snug, study/library, a Stuart Frazer SieMatic breakfast kitchen, utility room, four bedrooms, two en suite shower rooms, one en suite bathroom and family bathroom. Outside there is parking to the front and to the rear is a private garden with timber decking and patio.
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BROXUP BARN CLITHEROE Sitting in a 2.4 acre plot, Broxup Barn is a spacious, well-designed property with four reception rooms, three bathrooms and four/five bedrooms offering a high standard of internal fixtures and fittings over three floors. The property enjoys panoramic views towards Pendle Hill from a delightful, semi-rural location abutting open countryside and farmland, but is also convenient for the A59 giving through routes to Clitheroe, Skipton and The Dales. Outside, a sweeping block-paved and stone-chipped driveway provides parking for several vehicles and to the front and side there are terraced garden areas. Adjacent to the formal garden is a 2.1 acre field, suitable for additional garden, grazing or equine use.
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Price ÂŁ625,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
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SANDALWOOD BALDERSTONE LANCASHIRE
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Price £750,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
A truly outstanding barn conversion of exceptional quality which occupies a delightful rural location. Briefly comprising entrance vestibule, 2pc cloakroom, inner hallway, lounge with multi fuel stove, solid oak floor and sliding patio doors to rear garden. L-shaped family room, dining room, study, fitted dining kitchen utility room, guest bedroom with en suite shower room. On the first floor there are three further bedrooms; the master benefitting from 3pc shower room and walk-in wardrobe. Games room/second lounge with fitted bar area. Luxury 4pc house bathroom. Externally double garage and well stocked garden areas with three stone flagged patio areas. Adjacent to the property is circa 1 acre of paddock and an additional area of woodland. Easy access to the A59 and M6 motorways.
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WARDS FARM MELLOR A truly magnificent stone built property converted circa August 2000 steeped in history dating back to 1610. Historically a working farm and part of the Lord Alvingham Estate the house now offers excellent internal family living accommodation retaining some character features. The property benefits from 270° aspects over neighbouring countryside and farmland and is accessed via wrought iron gates. Internally the house comprises hallway, spacious well lit lounge, sitting room, dining room, study, dining kitchen, utility room, 2pc cloakroom. First floor three double bedrooms, master with en suite, 4pc house bathroom. Electric gates lead to sweeping driveway for several cars. Detached triple garage. Excellent formal gardens to side and rear.
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DENISMOOR BARNOLDSWICK LANCASHIRE
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Price ÂŁ735,000 Office Ribble Valley Contact 01254 828922 whalley@fineandcountry.com
A superb period property located in a quiet semi rural location on the outskirts of Barnoldswick with long distance views towards the Yorkshire three peaks. Extensively modernised and extended, this property is a beautifully appointed family home which will not disappoint. Briefly comprising: entrance hall, two spacious reception rooms, kitchen open to dining area and additional sitting area. Large utility room and ground floor WC. First floor master bedroom with impressive en suite, three further double bedrooms and house bathroom. Second floor, two double bedrooms, one en suite. Outside, annexe with open plan bedroom, living/ kitchen area, and separate limited mobility bathroom. Double garage, extensive mature and private gardens to front and rear with spacious terrace enjoying views to rear garden and countryside beyond.
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GOLF
GETTING READY FOR
GOLF
WHEN IT COMES TO HOSTING AN ENJOYABLE GOLF TOURNAMENT, FOR BOTH PLAYERS AND SPECTATORS ALIKE, IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY EUROPEAN TOUR PROPERTIES' VENUES ARE FIRM FAVOURITES. BUT THERE’S MORE THAT GOES INTO AN EVENT THAN MEETS THE EYE. MICHAEL SMITH MEETS THE ORGANISERS. ABOVE
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There’s little doubt the golf courses that are part of European Tour Properties offer players numerous challenges, but on the flip side, the event venues face challenges of their own. Take Le Golf National in France, home to the HNA Open de France at the end of June and the 2018 Ryder Cup at the end of September. Hosting two events in a relatively short space of time keeps the pressure on. “We are busy, but organised,” says Paul Armitage, Director and General Manager of Le Golf National. “We are following a detailed plan that has been plotted out with European Tour agronomists, Ryder Cup officials and our team of specialist greenkeepers, headed up by Alejandro Reyes.”
The weather is not a factor Dubai’s Jumeirah Golf Estates has to worry much about – the year-round warm climate is a major factor in attracting golfers to Dubai. “Driving greater golf tourism is one of the key goals we set ourselves. That’s why we work as closely as possible with our key stakeholders and have a coordinated approach to ensure Dubai’s golfing experience is the best in the world,” says Souzane Abou Eid, Head of Marketing for Jumeirah Golf Estates, which hosts the DP World Tour Championship in November, the season finale of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai.
It’s not only facility and course maintenance that keeps everyone on their toes – Armitage cites other challenges in keeping all stakeholders happy, including current course customers, which isn’t easy when construction is in progress and occasional closures are necessary. Staff members also need to be kept focused and motivated, as they are the face of the venue and ambassadors for the sport in France.
Jumeirah Golf Estates has welcomed the world’s top 60 golfers annually for the past nine years, attracting over 65,000 visitors. This year, an increase in spectator numbers is expected. “The Race to Dubai is a positive contributor to raising the profile of golf in the Middle East. As we welcome some of the game’s greatest players to Jumeirah Golf Estates, we also get the opportunity to showcase our Greg Norman-designed Earth and Fire courses to audiences on a global scale,” says Abou Eid.
Naturally, preparation spans a long time frame – Armitage says they have been working on this for more than five years – but there will always be some things that can’t be controlled, like the weather. If the weather now is anything to go by, though, the 2018 Ryder Cup is set to be a roaring success. It’s all good practice for Le Golf National, which will also welcome the 2024 Paris Olympic Games Men and Women's golf competitions.
“We prepare the course throughout the year for next year’s event,” says Antonio Castelo, Golf Director at Verdura Resort in Sicily, Italy, which hosted the Rocco Forte Sicilian Open in May. “There has been a programme in place to bring our golf courses to the highest standard. As the Rocco Forte Sicilian Open is played on a composite course from the West and East courses, it means we have to prepare a 36hole course for an event that is then played on 18 holes.”
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The DP World Tour Championship in progress on the 18th hole, Fire Course, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai.
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Mike Lorenzo-Vera of France putts during day two of the Rocco Forte Open at Verdura Resort; Joakim Lagergren of Sweden holds the trophy after winning the The Rocco Forte Open.
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London Golf Club is well-versed in hosting events of this nature. “Since the beginning of our partnership with the European Tour, we have had the pleasure of hosting many professional tournaments, such as the 2008 and 2009 European Open and the 2014 Volvo World Match Championship,” says Chief Executive Stephen Follett. The Staysure Tour is heading to London Golf Club for the inaugural edition of the Staysure PGA Seniors Championship in August. “The team at London Golf Club has been working hard to prepare not only the International Course, but all aspects related to tournament hospitality, as we pride ourselves on our ability to offer an unrivalled level of service and attention to detail,” says Follett. Inaugural events bring their own challenges, but London Golf Club is primed and ready to go, as was Diamond Country Club in Austria, when it hosted the Shot Clock Masters in June. The Shot Clock Masters is golf’s answer to slow games, with each play having a time limit. “We saved more than 40 minutes in each group and the players played on average more than one shot better than last year,” says Christian Hieke, General Manager of Diamond Country Club, citing just one of the reasons for positive post-event feedback. One thing is certain – the success of these events is not left to chance. European Tour Properties' event venues recognise hosting a tournament results in visibility for the venue, which makes all of the preparation pay off. With this level of dedication, spectators and golfers alike can be assured of a spectacular season of golf.
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13th hole, International Course, London Golf Club, England; 3rd hole, International Course, London Golf Club, England; Spectators at the 2018 Shot Clock Masters at Diamond Country Club, Austria.
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16th hole, Diamond Course, Diamond Country Club, Austria.
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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHT
HOME AND SCHOOL THE AVAILABILITY OF LOCAL SCHOOLING IS A KEY CONSIDERATION WHEN DECIDING WHERE TO LIVE. NICOLA LAGGETT LOOKS FOR BEAUTIFUL HOMES WITHIN EASY REACH OF HIGHLEVEL PUBLIC AND STATE SCHOOLS.
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1. ORTON WATERVILLE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE
6. COLD ASTON, GLOUCESTERSHIRE
The Manor House is an Elizabethan stone property dating back to 1571. It has seven bedrooms, six reception rooms and outbuildings including stables, stores and a games room. The property is close to The Kings School, a statefunded academy, which selects some students based on their musical or academic achievement.
Originally part of a barn, this period property is ideal as a holiday let, but also makes a substantial family home. The Cotswold School has accolades including an Outstanding Ofsted rating. It was named comprehensive school of the year by the Sunday Times in 2015/16.
£2,450,000 Fine & Country Stamford stamford@fineandcountry.com 01780 750 200
2. TUTBURY, STAFFORDSHIRE This Georgian home offers more than 7,500 sq. ft of characterful accommodation. Outside, there are formal gardens, patio areas and a 'secret garden', ideal for children. The private school of Repton is nearby. Former students include Roald Dahl and Jeremy Clarkson. £1,500,000 Fine & Country Derbyshire derbyshire@fineandcountry.com 01332 973888
3. COCKFIELD, SUFFOLK This detached family home has been designed with classic proportions, blending the elegance of a period home with modern construction methods. It has four bedrooms and a heated outdoor pool. A few miles away is Culford School, a coeducational independent day and boarding school for pupils age three to 18. £1,200,000 Fine & Country Bury St Edmunds burystedmunds@fineandcountry.com 01284 718822
4. FELTON, NORTHUMBERLAND Pethfoot House is an early 17th-century, Grade II-Listed detached Northumberland long house, developed from a 12th-century tower, according to Pevsner’s Northumberland. Royal Grammar School, Newcastle upon Tyne, is a selective British independent school of 1,800 pupils aged between 7 and 18 years. £4,750,000 Fine & Country Jesmond residing@fineandcountry.com 0345 459 6000
5. BRACKLEY, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
£525,000 Fine & Country Bourton-On-The-Water bourton@fineandcountry.com 01451 824977
7. MONMOUTH, MONMOUTHSHIRE This Victorian property is on the edge of Monmouth, with views towards the Black Mountains. As well as the five-bedroom house, there is planning permission for two detached dwellings. The Haberdashers Monmouth Girls School, one of the best Welsh boarding schools, is within walking distance. £975,000 Fine & Country Monmouth monmouth@parrys.com 01600 775930
8. EAST SUTTON, KENT This Grade II-Listed residence features far-reaching views. It has been sympathetically redecorated, retaining the original features. Sutton Valance School is close by, which has been operating since 1576. Last year, it was in the top 2% in the country for delivering added value to students. £1,400,000 Fine & Country West Malling westmalling@fineandcountry.com 01732 222272
9. DANEGELD GARTH, NORTH HUMBERSIDE In the picturesque village of Welton, approximately nine miles west of Hull, this five bedroom detached residence has five en suite bathrooms and a superb open plan dining kitchen. South Hunsley School became an academy in 2010 and was rated Outstanding in all categories in its last Ofsted inspection. £799,000 Fine & Country Willerby fineandcountry@beercocks.com 01482 420999
10. GRANGE, CUMBRIA
Built in 1731, this character home has seven bedrooms and an exquisite dining kitchen with exposed beams. Winchester House School is a renowned pre-preparatory and preparatory school for children aged 3-13, with weekly boarding options.
This exceptional detached Lakeland residence has superb living spaces, beautiful gardens and breath-taking views of the surrounding fells and Derwentwater. Keswick School is an 11-18 Academy with an impressive record in education locally and internationally. It is a state boarding school.
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PROPERTY FEATURE
ECO BY THE SEA THERE IS A BOOM IN POPULARITY FOR HOMES WITH A SEA VIEW AND THOSE THAT ARE ECO-FRIENDLY. NICOLA LAGGETT EXPLORES A BRIGHTON HOME THAT TICKS ALL THE BOXES.
A home with a sea view always commands a premium over those just out of view of the ocean. As an island detached from mainland Europe, Britain has always had a love of the coastline. There are over 11,000 miles of cliffs, beaches and coast in the UK, according to the Ordnance Survey, and many people want a reminder of the sea from the vantage point of their own homes. Property experts say a sea view can add from 12% to 50% to the price of the home compared to a similar property inland. This price premium is a feature that is unlikely to change – sea views are always in style. Not only does a sea view provide endless reasons to sit outside, but the relaxed atmosphere of seaside living is also highly desirable, and there is nowhere that epitomises this way of life more than Brighton. This south-coast city is known as a premier seaside destination, with many homes commanding sea views over the world-famous pier and stony beach. Brighton has a bohemian vibe, a large student population, lively nightlife, and fantastic connections to London. It’s a great place for young people and families, with plenty happening. On one of Brighton’s premier streets sits a newly built property with a difference. Not only does it have sea views, it also includes all of the modern conveniences and eco-friendly features to make it a home of the future.
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Located just around the corner from Hove Park, this spacious bespoke home is arranged over three floors and has been designed with superb attention to detail. Dinesen wood floors, solar panels, mechanical heat recovery and VELFAC triple glazing combine with exposed concrete, a suspended fireplace and a landscaped south-facing garden to create a truly modern home. To make the most of the sweeping views, the house is currently configured to be partly upside down. The ground floor features three bedrooms, a garage and a large reception room that leads out to the garden. The main living space is on the first floor. Almost the entire floor is open plan, making it a perfect space for entertaining. When the weather is mild, parties can naturally flow onto the extensive terrace. For working or studying, on the other hand, the small study provides an oasis of calm. In fact, the property offers numerous options for working from home. It would be ideal for someone who needs to travel to London a few times a week, but can also work remotely. The studio at the bottom of the garden sits below a live green roof of wildflower turf, creating an idyllic setting for a home office or study, with its bespoke desk, underfloor heating and double glazing. Back inside, the top floor of the house is designed to enjoy the best of the views. Sliding glass doors in the master bedroom offer sea views from the comfort of the bed. A wall of fitted wardrobes provides a wealth of storage without encroaching on the floor space, while the luxurious en suite bathroom features a large wetroom shower and twin wall-hung basins, surrounded by marble. The eco-friendly features elevate this home to the next level. Photovoltaic solar panels generate electricity for the property, as well as offering the opportunity to sell electricity back to the National Grid. Mechanical heat recovery adds to the property’s efficiency. This home is a combination of perfect factors. Sea views to inspire, a fantastic location in the vibrant city of Brighton and Hove, and eco-friendly features that save money and the environment. Would you like to move in?
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FUSION
FLAVOURS
THE DEFINITION OF FUSION IS “THE PROCESS OF JOINING TWO OR MORE THINGS TOGETHER TO FORM A SINGLE
ENTITY.” IF FUSION WERE AN ART FORM, CHEF JAMES COCHRAN WOULD BE ONE OF THE GRAND MASTERS. GISELLE WHITEAKER TANTALISES HER TASTE BUDS AT JAMES COCHRAN EC3.
Just like the chef’s heritage, the menu at James Cochran EC3 in London is a mix of things. Dishes like the muchlauded Jamaican Jerk buttermilk chicken with scotch bonnet jam, maize and coriander make it evident that Cochran tips his hat to his Jamaican-Scottish heritage in his dishes, but the flavour fusions crafted in the restaurant’s kitchen go well beyond unusual pairings. They are magnificent creations; things of beauty, both visual and sensual. James Cochran EC3 is set on the rather oddly named street Bevis Marks, sandwiched between office blocks. Open only on weekdays – and nights – it caters for the eastern fringe of the City crowd. Lunch is a busy affair, while evenings are quieter – for now. Once word gets out, that’s likely to change. Cochran’s pedigree is testament to his talent. He honed his skills with a lengthy stint at the two-Michelin-starred The Ledbury and played with pop-ups in Soho, Hackney
and Camberwell before putting his name above the door here. And while the décor is simple, the food is far from it. It’s a Thursday night when my friend Dionne and I settle into a cosy corner, ready to tackle the seven-course tasting menu. We prepare our palates with an East London Spritz, a fusion cocktail in which Aperol Spritz meets Pimms, and a shot of blood-orange Cointreau livens up the party. Then the real entertainment arrives. First up is sea bass tartare with blood orange, sesame, thinly sliced lychee and a hint of chilli. “That’s not a dish I would have ordered if I read it on a menu, but I would drink that in a glass,” says Dionne, spooning up the juice. “Just bring me a splash of rum.” I’m of the same mind. The fish and lychee are tender and sweet, the sesame gives it a nutty edge, and the chilli adds a dash of intrigue. It’s light and refreshing, a perfect summer dish, and a prime example of mixed influences.
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The next plate looks something like an artist’s palette, with pink cubes of compressed watermelon, matcha tea, mint, shimeji mushrooms and a thick smear of green pistachio puree, not a combination that naturally comes to mind. Individually, the elements taste alright; together they turn into something fabulous. The third course sees smoked Cornish mackerel paired with a deep chorizo marmalade, fennel and the most surprising element of the evening, bisque ice cream. The scent is mouth-watering and the flavours are dark and sultry, with a sudden cold breeze courtesy of the bisque. In this dish, France joins Spain and the UK, to make an international headline worthy of worship.
Much to my delight, the tasting menu comes with two sweet dishes. The pre-dessert is a deliciously crispy Kataifi pastry roll, filled with sweet lemon cream, with almond crumbs and yoghurt sorbet. I could have stopped there, I should have, but I can’t resist anything with white chocolate. The finale is walnut parfait, white chocolate, sesame toffee and frozen raspberries. It resembles one of those paintings you make as a child, where you dollop paint onto paper then fold it in half to make an abstract butterfly. Naturally, it tastes far better, with the berry tang lifting the creamy parfait to the heavens.
One of the highlights is a pan-fried fillet of brill, a firm, slightly-sweet fish, served with orbs of cantaloupe melon, lemongrass and ginger, and girolle mushrooms. It is the melon that makes the dish, lifting it from the sea to the land and into the realms of legend.
So where does this food come from? While James Cochran EC3 has Britain at its core – Cornish mackerel, Ragstone goat’s cheese, Herdwick lamb, British courgettes – the rest of the world is knocking on the windows, with hints of Spain, France, Greece, Jamaica and Asia. If there’s such a thing as localised global fusion, James Cochran EC3 is it.
The final savoury dish is a roast loin of Middle White pork, plated with a dollop of red pepper puree, burnt feta, baked sweet potato and a Roscoff onion. A thin layer of crispy crackling adds height to the plating and a satisfyingly crunchy texture to oppose the tender meat.
James Cochran EC3 is open Monday to Friday for lunch: 12pm – 3pm and dinner: 6pm – 10pm. The tasting menu is available on request (48 hours in advance) for lunch Monday to Friday and without prior request, at dinner Thursday and Friday. See www.jcochran.restaurant.
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01873 858990 01291 629799 01600 775930 01600 775930 01291 672212
PEMBROKESHIRE Haverfordwest Milford Haven Narberth Pembroke Tenby
01834 862138 01834 862138 01834 862138 01834 862138 01834 862138
POWYS Brecon BuilthWells
01874 610990 01982 552259
Knighton Llandrindod Wells Newtown Presteigne Welshpool
01547 528621 01597 823300 01686 623123 01544 267038 01938 531000
SHROPSHIRE Bishops Castle Bridgnorth Church Stretton Craven Arms Ludlow Shrewsbury Whitchurch
01588 630070 0800 0787 370 01694 722288 01588 672385 01584 872153 01743 296116 01948 662281
SOUTH WALES Cardiff Swansea
01291 679799 01792 367301
WARWICKSHIRE Leamington Spa Rugby Stratford upon Avon
01926 455950 01788 820062 01789 332600
WEST MIDLANDS Birmingham Coventry Solihull Sutton Coldfield
0121 272 6800 02476 500015 0121 746 6400 0121 272 6900
WORCESTERSHIRE Cleobury Mortimer Droitwich Spa Kidderminster Stourport on Severn Tenbury Wells
0800 0787 370 01905 678111 0800 0787 370 0800 0787 370 0800 0787 370
LONDON & SOUTH EAST BERKSHIRE Ascot Newbury
01344 206296 01635 35010
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE Aylesbury Chesham Hazlemere Milton Keynes Princes Risborough
01296 394822 01296 393393 01494 711677 01908 713253 01844 343131
HAMPSHIRE Drayton Emsworth Southern Central Hampshire ISLE OF WIGHT Newport
023 93 277277 01243 487969 02382 353400
01983 520000
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directory JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS St Helier
01534 840022
KENT Broadstairs Cranbrook Canterbury Dartford Deal Hartley Hythe Sevenoaks Tenterden Tunbridge Wells West Malling Whitstable
01227 479317 01580 715000 01227 479317 01322 628267 01227 479317 01474 700009 01227 479317 01959 588900 01580 766388 01892 701900 01732 222272 01227 479317
LONDON Bow Bromley and Chislehurst Canary Wharf Cockfosters Finsbury Park Fulham Greenwich and Blackheath Mayfair Tooting Wanstead West London OXFORDSHIRE Abingdon Banbury Bicester Botley Oxford Witney
020 3861 8810 020 8467 2525 020 7987 8777 020 3819 7999 020 3475 1476 020 7731 0031 020 8050 1001 020 7079 1523 020 7731 0031 020 8418 0018 020 8994 9886
01235 555557 01295 239666 01869 240075 01865 790104 01865 953244 01993 772254
SURREY Caterham Cheam Coulsdon Croydon Englefield Green Epsom Kingswood Walton on Thames Warlingham Woldingham
01883 342205 020 8770 3377 020 8660 6689 020 8668 3222 01784 438951 020 8652 2929 01737 361014 01932 310321 01883 622181 01883 653040
SUSSEX Brighton and Hove Downland Villages Eastbourne Uckfield
01273 739911 01273 493500 01323 726060 01825 767575
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NORTH WEST CHESHIRE Chester Crewe Knutsford Nantwich Northwich Tarporley
01244 317833 01270 255396 01565 621624 01270 625410 01606 41318 01829 731300
CUMBRIA Ambleside Kendal Penrith Windermere
015394 32220 01539 733500 01768 869000 015394 47717
LANCASHIRE Bolton Lancaster North Manchester Ramsbottom Ribble Valley
01204 322800 01524 380560 01706 211690 01706 826754 01254 828922
WEST COUNTRY BRISTOL Bristol
DORSET Bournemouth Dorchester Ferndown Lower Parkstone Sandbanks and New Forest Wareham Weymouth Wimborne
01202 555550 01305 757300 01202 855595 01202 744944 01202 706006 01929 555300 01305 835300 01202 842842
SOMERSET Bath Dulverton Minehead Taunton Wellington Wiveliscombe
01225 320032 01398 324818 01643 700210 01823 423500 01823 653919 01984 624055
YORKSHIRE & NORTH EAST COUNTY DURHAM Darlington Durham City Wynyard
01325 488619 0191 384 2277 01740 645444
EAST YORKSHIRE Willerby
01482 420999
NORTH YORKSHIRE Harrogate York
01423 720944 01904 571195
SOUTH YORKSHIRE Barnsley Bawtry Rotherham Sheffield
01226 729009 01302 591000 01709 366708 01226 370520
TYNE AND WEAR Newcastle upon Tyne South Shields
0345 459 6000 0191 427 4959
WEST YORKSHIRE Huddersfield Leeds Wakefield Wetherby
01484 550620 0113 203 4939 01924 234888 01937 583535
0117 946 1946
CORNWALL Bodmin Bude Launceston Newquay Padstow Rock Saltash
01208 76800 01288 353661 01566 771919 01637 870414 01841 533386 01208 869218 01752 850418
DEVON Barnstaple Bideford Braunton Budleigh Salterton Exeter Exmouth Ilfracombe Ivybridge Lynton Plymouth South Molton Teignbridge Torbay Torrington
01271 347861 01237 472344 01271 812263 01395 444400 01392 469333 01395 264111 01271 863091 01752 897909 01598 752527 01752 663322 01769 575797 01626 818094 01803 898321 01805 624334
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