A MAGAZINE FOR PROPERTIES OF DISTINCTION AND BEAUTIFUL HOMES
AUTUMN 2018
SHEFFIELD’S REGENERATION
The Heart of the City II A Redevelopment Scheme to Enhance Sheffield’s City Centre Retail and Leisure
Office Blenheim 264 Carter Knowle Road Sheffield S7 2EB
A MAGAZINE FOR PROPERTIES OF DISTINCTION AND BEAUTIFUL HOMES
cover photo: Blenheim Park Estates
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CONTENTS
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4 A Concierge Service for Selling Beautiful Homes 10 The Market Review 12 The Inconvenient Truth of Wood Burning Stoves 21 Macmillan Coffee Morning 31 When is the Best Time to Sell?
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Fernleigh House
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35 Desirable Location 39 Autumn in the Peak District 54 Generously Proportioned 57 Autumn Interior Design 59 Meet the Expert
Sycamore Grange
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Focus on S17 Wyaston House
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Darcy House
S10 Property Hotspots 2
MEET THE TEAM BLENHEIM PARK ESTATES
Blenheim Park Estates are a bespoke estate agency for properties of distinction. Specialising in selling beautiful homes across Sheffield, Derbyshire, Yorkshire and beyond. Blenheim Park Estates was created to offer our clients a bespoke luxury home selling service and our expert consultants offer a first-class luxury service like no other. All of our viewings, unless otherwise requested, are accompanied by one of our specialist sales consultants and our committed approach to listening to our clients’ individual needs enables us to offer a concierge level of service which we pride ourselves upon.
Managing Director: Paul Blackburn Mobile: 07775686450 Email: paulb@bpdltd.co.uk
Sales Consultant: Emily Bradford Mobile: 07806 769040 Email: emilyb@bpestates.co.uk
Personal Assistant: Galatia Georgiou Landline: 01142086633 Email: galatiag@bpdltd.co.uk
Sales Consultant: Lewis Lindsay Mobile: 07949 986457 Email: lewisl@bpestates.co.uk
OfďŹ ce Manager: Kelly Rhodes-Smith Landline: 01143582020 Email: kellyr@bpestates.co.uk
Marketing Manager: Adrian Richardson Landline: 01143582020 Email: adrianr@bpestates.co.uk
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Sales Manager: Aline Newton Mobile: 07891400020 Email: alinen@bpestates.co.uk
Marketing Assistant: Emma Brocklebank Landline: 01143582020 Email: emmab@bpestates.co.uk
Receptionist/Secretary: Sue Blackburn Landline: 01143582020 Email: sueb@bpestates.co.uk
A Concierge Service for Selling Beautiful Homes
Blenheim Park Estates was created to offer a bespoke luxury home selling service to realise the true value of clients’ homes.
vendors and buyers”. “At our market appraisal, we assess the value and advise on how to prepare your property. Some clients even opt to use our interior design service - it’s often money well spent, as it helps to achieve the true value of your home”.
“We understand that selling a property can be a daunting experience. It’s not something that you do every day and we are here to make the whole process as smooth and painless as possible. We like to offer a professional approach to home selling from the start to the finish by utilising our experience, understanding and passion”.
“Successful marketing is key to selling homes, that’s why we have an in-house marketing team. Our professional photography and aerial imagery ensure that your property is shown to it’s best advantage. A small team work together to prepare each room before being photographed. At the same time, the property is measured for the floor plans and the energy performance certificate is drawn up by our expert in the field. The property details are also recorded and once we return to the office we begin to design a high quality bespoke property brochure”.
“Selling your home can be an emotional time, so we want to ease as much of the stress and worry as possible. Viewings are usually accompanied by one of our Sales Consultants and we aim to make sure you know what’s happening with the sale of your property at every stage”. “We often build good working relationships with our viewers, we like to formulate a ‘brief ’ of what they are looking for and match our properties to their individual requirements”.
“As well as showcasing properties on our web page and app, we also utilise social media channels, digital marketing, magazines and newspapers to ensure that your property gains the maximum exposure available”.
“Buyers often ask us to sell their own property. It’s rewarding for us to be responsible for selling more than one property in a chain and it’s testament to the Blenheim team that we receive so many lovely testimonials from satisfied
Of course, Blenheim Park Estates do a lot more behind the scenes to assist clients with the aquisition and sale of their properties.
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MEET THE TEAM BLENHEIM PARK DEVELOPMENTS
Blenheim Park Developments specialise in bespoke homes situated in the finest residential areas, our desire to create outstanding functional homes, ensures we push the boundaries in terms of design, specification and finish. We take great pride in providing a service that is thorough, experienced and innovative, attention to detail is paramount to us and is the driving factor in our commitment to excellence.
Managing Director: Paul Blackburn Mobile: 07775686450 Email: paulb@bpdltd.co.uk
DESIGN & BUILD
Personal Assistant: Galatia Georgiou Landline: 01142086633 Email: galatiag@bpdltd.co.uk
BESPOKE REFURBISHMENT
Operations Director: Tony Meadows Mobile: 07824311506 Email: tonym@bpdltd.co.uk
Contracts Manager: Mark Cole Mobile: 07399554540 Email: markc@bpdltd.co.uk
INTERIOR & LANDSCAPE DESIGN
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Construction Administrator: Matt Holland Landline: 01142086633 Email: matth@bpdltd.co.uk
KITCHENS & BEDROOMS
Building Beautiful Homes for the Most Discerning of Clients
Blenheim Park Developments have been forging a formidable reputation for designing and building exquisite homes for the most discerning of clients across Sheffield, Yorkshire and Derbyshire. Blenheim Park Developments was created with only one principle in mind - to build exceptional homes. To achieve this, we strive for perfection at every stage of the process from our in house design consultations, architecture, planning applications, project management, interior design and landscaping schemes. Since 2004 we have been specialising in delivering clients with a fully co-ordinated design & build solution to enhance our clients’ lifestyles with new
builds, refurbishments and commercial projects. From traditional to contemporary, we build with passion to provide functional, quality and luxurious spaces to be enjoyed for a lifetime. A single point of contact from concept through to completion, we believe in your projects, ensuring the highest of standards are met on all aspects of the build. We focus on attention to detail and adapt a unique approach to managing your project from the foundations to the completion. We invite you to meet our experienced team to share our desire to turn your dreams into reality.
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Privacy, Security and Exclusivity
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once in a lifetime opportunity has arisen to acquire this magnificent country residence, situated in a semi-rural location with an abundance of privacy, tranquillity and exclusivity with truly exceptional views. This outstanding family home stands on approximately 48 acres and has been extended and refurbished by the current vendors to create what is unquestionably one of the finest homes within the region. Providing extensive luxury accommodation with excellent
equestrian, sport and leisure facilities including an indoor swimming pool/leisure complex, extensive garaging, a tennis court/football pitch, fishing lake, stabling, a manÊge, barn and an entertainment suite. The house is set seamlessly into its surroundings, a stone’s throw from the majestic Peak District National Park, with spectacular walks from the doorstep across the grounds and neighbouring countryside.
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BARBERFIELDS FARM - RINGINGLOW SHEFFIELD S11
Barberfields Farm is substantially proportioned with metal double glazed windows, which draw the eye to the lovely gardens. Benefiting from immaculate interiors and superb dining kitchen, this exquisite family home plays host to a number of entertaining spaces with all the mod cons that you would expect from a home of this calibre.
Barberfields Farm is accessed via a private road which leads to electrically operated wrought iron gates with an intercom system. The gates open to a long sweeping gravelled driveway, which leads to the triple garage and stabling. The driveway continues to provide parking for several vehicles and provides access to the double garage and carport.
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BARBERFIELDS FARM - RINGINGLOW SHEFFIELD S11
To the front of the property, stone steps rise to a lovely fore garden with a large stone flagged seating terrace, manicured lawn, planted shrub borders and stone walling. Access can be gained to the dining kitchen and entrance hall.
To the rear, there’s a fabulous outdoor dining area with pendant light points, feature lighting, a bar area and space for a full sized dining table. Large lawned areas wrap around the rear of the property.
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THE MARKET REVIEW
In the early months of 2018 there was a sizeable fall in the number of new instructions compared with previous years. The reduction in stock coupled with buyer demand held house prices throughout the beginning of the year.
looking, this is perhaps not surprising as house buying and selling wasn’t a priority for many people. Sales activity in the UK housing market remained subdued, with chartered surveyors reporting a decline in newly agreed sales for the 16th month in a row. In the coming months it is more than likely to be more of the same with political uncertainties affecting confidence.
According to the Office of National Statistics, house prices increased by three per cent indicating a sizeable slow down in growth rate since 2016. This drop in house price growth has mainly been driven by a slowdown in the South and East of England.
Our view is that Sheffield and surrounding areas are likely to continue to see small house price growths throughout the remainder of the year. Overall we would expect annual prices to rise from one to two per cent keeping roughly in line with inflation.
The soaring temperatures we experienced over the summer months saw less homeowners bringing their homes to the market and less viewers actively
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BLENHEIM INTERIORS
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THE INCONVENIENT TRUTH OF WOOD BURNING STOVES
As we approach winter and the nights draw in, all across the country a nightly ritual commences of loading, stoking and lighting those little metal boxes in the fireplace.
which are cheaper and deliver more heat with the important benefit of also being a cleaner-burning source. It is difficult to ignore the attraction of traditional open fires and log burning stoves, it is unlikely that the nation would willingly give up the comfort of their stoves and maybe the best way to reduce future emissions, would be to focus more on seasoning and having a greater understanding of the types of wood we use.
As homeowners shut themselves off from the outside world and sit back and relax in front of the stove, it is difficult to imagine another time of the year where people feel more content to be indoors. Wood burning stoves have been one the most desired fixtures of the home over recent years with more than a million already purchased and an average of 200,000 more being installed every year.
The following trees provide the best wood for burning with minimal pollutants.
The rise in popularity has aligned with a national change of how power is generated. As Britain transitions from coal to wood, we are now burning the most amounts of wood since the industrial revolution.
Ash - Widely regarded as a great burning wood, with low smoke and an excellent flame pattern (even on slow-burning), which provides plenty of heat, as well as being readily available wherever you live in the UK.
The government renewable heat incentive has been designed to encourage households to heat their homes with clean logs and wood pellets via biomass boilers. However the inconvenient truth is that the trend for wood burning stoves could be posing a real threat to the environment and to our general wellbeing.
Birch - These logs burn quickly but nevertheless provide good heat output, bright lively flames and a pleasing smell. Best mixed with other slower burning logs such as Elm (particularly slow burning), Ash or Oak.
Experts studying air quality and pollution indicate that stoves can contribute to an ever-thickening cloud of smog, which is settling above our towns and cities. The main issue is the burning of wet and unseasoned wood and polluting solid fuels. Damp wood contains moisture that creates harmful particles whereas seasoned wood considerably reduces smoke and harmful emissions.
Cherry - A slow burning wood producing a good heat output as well as a lovely aroma.
Cedar - Produces a well burning log with long lasting heat.
Hazel - Burns quickly, but still produces very good heat. Oak - Generally considered one of the very best wood fuel logs. However it must be seasoned for a long time – at least two years. It burns fairly slowly with nice flames and produces an excellent long lasting heat.
Open fires are thought to be more at risk of magnifying the problem and perhaps replacing open fires with stoves could prove to be a step in right direction.
Rowan - Produces slow, well burning logs.
Many people have already made a positive decision to control how they effect the environment by switching to briquettes made from waste wood,
Sycamore and other Maples - Make a good wood fuel log, burning well with a moderate heat output and a good flame.
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An Immaculately Presented Family Home
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provide generously proportioned luxury accommodation over three floors. The property has the benefit of light and spacious rooms, en-suites and an annexe with a bedroom suite above the garaging. The property is impeccable throughout and is situated in the prestigious location of Dore, on the edge of the magnificent Peak District National Park.
n immaculately presented six bedroomed detached family home offering spacious family living over three floors. Designed and built by Blenheim Park Developments, this exquisite residence has been meticulously crafted and appointed to the most exacting of standards, combining classic design with an outstanding specification to
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FERNLEIGH HOUSE - DORE S17
Having good access to the amenities of both Totley and Dore including a good range of shopping, leisure facilities, local pubs and amenities. Also having good public transport links, with Dore train station being in close proximity, which provides easy access to Sheffield’s city centre and Manchester.
To the front, Fernleigh House is set well back from Totley Brook Road and can be accessed via a personal entry wrought iron gate, which opens to provide access to a stone flagged path leading to the main entrance door and on to the side of the property where there is a lawned area with mature trees and shrub borders.
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FERNLEIGH HOUSE - DORE S17
The main garden is mainly laid to lawn with planted shrub borders, stone flagged seating terraces and stone steps leading down to the basement level. Access can also be gained to the garage and to the annexe above via wide stone steps. A timber-decked area provides ample space for outdoor seating
and also provides access to the living kitchen. To the side, there is a further stone flagged seating terrace with exterior lighting, mature trees, planted shrub borders, and external power points. Access can be gained to the pantry via a personal entrance door.
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FOCUS ON S17 SOLD
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S17 consists of a small handful of localities, which include Dore, Totley and Owler Bar.
supermarkets, restaurants and reputable schooling. Popular with families and young professionals with an interest in outdoor pursuits.
Sitting on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Dore is one of the most desired places to live in Sheffield, this charming village offers a host of amenities such as pubs, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Both Dore and Totley are served by a convenient railway link to Sheffield, Hathersage and Manchester Piccadilly.
Dore has long enjoyed the reputation for being Sheffield’s wealthiest suburb and is home to Dore Road, one of the most prestigious roads in the city.
Owler Bar is a small hamlet with two country pubs and excellent road links to Sheffield’s city centre and Derbyshire. Also being home to a handful of historic properties with excellent country walks from the doorstep.
Totley is another esteemed location, lying on the extreme south west of the city. Benefitting from sought-after residential areas and a wealth of outstanding beauty. Totley is home to a selection of independent amenities,
All of the above three suburbs provide a fabulous catchment area for some of Sheffield’s finest schools such as Totley Primary School, Dore Primary School, King Ecgbert School and Silverdale School.
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Beautiful Homes with a Wealth of Character A rare opportunity has arisen to acquire this magnificent Grade II listed Hall. Dating back to circa 1535, this exquisite six bedroomed family home is a piece of living history for the connoisseur. The Hall has an adjoining cottage and stands in a fabulous secluded position with approximately 11 acres of private gardens and grounds. This exceptional country residence is steeped in history and celebrates a wealth of period features including; stone mullioned-leaded windows, decorative mouldings, exposed beams, deep skirtings, oak panelling, grand fireplaces and original entrance doors. Sugworth Hall is situated in Bradfield within the stunning Peak District National Park and offers beautiful views towards the Strines Reservoir. Located close to Sheffield’s amenities and highly acclaimed private schools, hospitals and universities. Low Bradfield is situated just five minutes away from the Hall and an additional short drive provides easy access to the Hope Valley and surrounding towns, villages and hamlets. The gardens and grounds extend to approximately eleven acres, creating a haven for wild life and a superb setting for this magnificent family residence. This beautiful home has parking for several vehicles with converted outbuildings providing additional parking spaces to the rear of the property, all of which, are accessed by a sweeping driveway behind electrically operated wrought iron gates. SUGWORTH HALL - S6 296 ECCLESALL ROAD SOUTH - S11
An outstanding five bedroomed character residence occupying a generous plot within a most sought-after location on Ecclesall Road South in Sheffield. Boasting a wealth of original features and offering generously proportioned accommodation whilst cleverly combining modern living with traditional character and charm. The property has the benefit of a formal dining room, a light and spacious lounge, fabulous breakfast kitchen, utility room, WC, integral garage, study, garden room, five bedrooms, two en-suite bath/shower rooms, a separate family bathroom and superb manicured gardens to the front and rear. This beautiful family home falls within an excellent school catchment area and has good access to local amenities with Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Aldi and Waitrose all being within easy reach. Also benefiting from regular public transport and being situated on a frequent taxi route.
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S10 Property Hotspots
Leafy tree lined roads in S10 are proving to be some of Sheffield’s most desirable property hotspots with an estimated average sale price for S10 achieving £306,022 *
Park and all of the attractions and leisure facilities that the White and Dark Peaks have to offer. As homeowners have settled in these areas for decades, the older generations are now making up a large segment of the population. Older people are healthier than in previous generations and are now living longer and choose to stay in the family home rather than downsizing. With the properties being built for families, it can be suggested that they bought their homes when property prices in Sheffield were far more affordable and who have retired with good pensions. This results in their ability to live comfortably in the family home, long after their children have flown the nest. The family home still caters for the next generation as when the grandchildren come to visit, they can enjoy playing in the family garden and will even have the comfort of their own rooms when they stay over.
A suburb consisting of localities including Broomhall, Ranmoor, Fulwood, Hallam Head, Crosspool, Sandygate, Crookes, Crookesmoor and Lodge Moor. The postcode caters for a wide demographic from young professionals and families to parents opting to stay in the family home. Popular with professionals who have studied or lectured at Sheffield’s Russell Group university and also attracting doctors and surgeons who enjoy the proximity to Sheffield’s hospitals and surgeries. The majority of streets have a welcoming family feel with most residents choosing to live in the catchment area for some of the city’s most highly regarded schooling. The homes built in this location cater well for families, especially around the Sandygate Park, Ranmoor and Fulwood areas where the majority of properties consist of 3-6 bedrooms.
Many of the people who choose to sell their family home will usually have lived there for many years. It is often a difficult decision to sell a family home as the house is filled with so many happy memories. It must be heartening to know, however, that there will be a high demand for their property with the next generation of families queuing up to move in.
The Sandygate Park, Ranmoor and Fulwood localities are extremely sought-after as it is seldom for properties to come to the market. People often buy homes within these localities and stay in them for many years. As the properties are rare to the market, when homeowners sell in this area they are more likely to achieve several offers. Houses will often sell for well above the initial asking price as buyers compete against each other as they are prepared to pay a premium to live in their desired area.
Our experience of selling in S10 has been very positive over the years. Almost every property we bring to the market in the area proves to be extremely popular with several buyers arranging viewings and many choosing to place an offer on a property.
Aspiring young urbanites choose to live in areas which offer good amenities and provide a good quality of life, whilst being within easy reach of a larger city. In addition to this, the crowning jewel for S10 is its close proximity to the Peak District National
*estimate taken from Zoopla August 2018
Over the past year, we have calculated an average of 26.5 days for our properties in S10 to go from being published on the portals as ‘for sale’ to the memo of sale being sent out to solicitors and shown as ‘sold subject to contract’ online.
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Macmillan Coffee Morning
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n the morning of Friday 28th of September, we opened the doors to welcome clients, vendors and local residents to our MacMillan Coffee Morning. From the classic Victoria Sponge to a New York Oreo Cheesecake, we definitely had enough cake to go around! Hannah Lumb, a fundraising manager for the charity, paid us a
visit to take a look at what we had baked. Later on, Theo the Macmillan Bear came into our office along with David and Judith who sampled some of our cakes. We successfully raised ÂŁ150 for this great cause and would like to thank everyone who came in and kindly donated. We look forward to participating again next year!
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BLENHEIM PARK DEVELOPMENTS
Construction Progresses to Ground Level at Lyndhurst Gardens Construction is progressing well on our prestigious Lyndhurst Gardens development in Brincliffe, Sheffield. These ground breaking three bedroomed apartments are now available to view during pre-arranged site visits. An accompanied tour, showcases the size of the under croft parking and the relationship of the building to the generous grounds. Viewers can now walk the internal layout of the ground floor apartments to really get a sense of the size that these 1475 sq.ft luxury apartments deliver. It is rare that apartments of this size and quality are built in Sheffield and the standard of finish will result from years of knowledgeable design, specialised workmanship and the finest
attention to detail. Buying, during this current stage of development, allows Blenheim Park Developments to make slight changes to the program to tailor the apartment’s internal layout, materials and décor to cater for a purchaser’s every desire. One of the pre-purchased ground floor apartments has now been reconfigured to suit the exact needs of the client. We all live unique lives and Blenheim Park Developments believe that a home should reflect the lifestyle of the people who live there. To arrange an accompanied viewing at Lyndhurst Gardens, call 0114 358 2020
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Blenheim Park Developments Blenheim Park Developments specialise in building bespoke homes situated in the finest residential areas, our desire to create outstanding, functional homes ensures we push the boundaries in terms of design, specification and finish.
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A Superb Property, which Dates Back to 1865
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Centre, Dore and Totley and Abbeydale Golf Clubs and the Moorview Golf Centre. Also, having good transport links with Dore and Totley train station providing easy access to London and a short commute to Manchester. Also, being a short drive to Sheffield’s city centre, the M1 Motorway network and the beautiful Peak District National Park. To the front, Sycamore Grange can be accessed via electrically operated wrought iron gates and a personal entrance gate which open to a block paved driveway providing parking for several vehicles and access can be gained to the double garage.
ycamore Grange is a spacious four bedroomed detached residence with lovely gardens and grounds to the front and rear. Dating back to 1865, this superb property offers generously proportioned accommodation with four reception rooms, a contemporary style kitchen, entrance hall, good-sized manicured gardens and double garaging. Located in a popular area within walking distance to Bradway village, with a host of amenities comprising of cafes, supermarkets and shops. Also, being in close proximity to excellent sport and leisure facilities such as the Abbeydale Sports
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SYCAMORE GRANGE - BRADWAY SHEFFIELD S17
From the block-paved driveway, a path, flanked by formal lawned gardens with mature shrubs, leads to a stone flagged sun terrace. The terrace provides pleasant seating with planted borders and access can be gained to the property via the main entrance door. To the rear, there’s a garden being mainly laid to lawn with mature hedging. A wrought iron gate gives access to a further
garden, which has been used by the current vendor for the past 23 years under an informal agreement, which is mainly laid to lawn with mature trees. Also having a small orchard, storage shed and a garage with a roller shutter door and having light and power.
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Ten Jobs to do this Autumn 1. Gutters, Drainpipes and Facia Boards Now that all the leaves are starting to fall, gutter and drainpipes will start to get blocked and covered in debris. Clearing your gutters will prevent water from being diverted and leaking into the roof or down the walls of your home. Whilst you’re up the ladder, it is also a good idea to check that your facia boards are still securely fastened.
6. Check central heating – bleed radiators As autumn will be the first time you turn your central heating on since earlier on in the year, it is good to carry out a check of the system to prevent any leaks and to ensure that all radiators are working correctly. The first time you turn on the heating, check all radiators after 15 minutes to make sure they are heating up as they should do. If any are failing or not heating up evenly, the chances are the radiator will need bleeding to release any trapped air.
2. Prune and cut back hedges and trees Paying a little attention to your plants and trees in autumn will help to maintain your garden and prepare it for the weather ahead. Autumn provides the best time to prune and cut back deciduous trees. Carrying this job out at this time of year once the leaves have started to fall, presents an opportunity to avoid shocking the trees. Although it is tempting to trim evergreen trees and hedges so that they are presentable throughout the winter months, we would advise leaving them as they are until the spring. Pruning an evergreen in autumn deprives the plant of its ability to feed efficiently during the winter months.
7. Compare utility bills Now is the time to dig out your paperwork and find out when your deal ends. If it is within the next six weeks, do a comparison search and switch as your existing contract expires. By not checking your utility costs regularly, you could be paying up to £100-£200 extra per year. If your household is powered by oil, now is also a good time to check your tank levels and order your supply to get you through the winter months. Ordering in autumn can save you money as the price will fluctuate and increase with seasonal demand.
3. Insulate your loft and outdoor pipes With almost a quarter of heat generated within a home being lost through the roof, it will pay dividends to insulate your loft or inspect the level of insulation and replace if necessary. As the temperatures drop, it is also worth directing your attention to any outdoor water pipes that are likely to be exposed to the cold. Lagging with insulation will help to prevent the risk of flooding due to burst pipes.
8. Clean and test chimneys Prior to winter, having your chimney swept will clear out any debris that has built up such as creosote, nests or other flammable substances. A full chimney sweep will remove any hazards and increase your fires’ efficiency, ensuring your home is heated evenly throughout the winter. 9. Replace your halogen light bulbs Time is nearly up for halogen lighting, with all but a few types of the gas-based bulbs scheduled for phase out on 1st of September. What better time to audit your spot lighting and replace those out dated bulbs with the newer more efficient LED’s.
4. Service your boiler By having your boiler serviced before winter, you are reducing the risk of your boiler breaking down when you need it the most and you will also be saving money in the long run, as it will run much more efficiently.
10. Secure your home with timed lights The clocks set to go back on Sunday 28th of October, but it’s already getting darker earlier as we head towards winter, so it’s time to take action now to protect your home. If your lights are off in the early evening, you are sending out a sign to burglars that you are not home. Set timers on any plug in lamps that you have so that they can turn on intermittently while you’re not there, making it look more likely that you are at home.
5. Check your detectors Keeping your smoke alarms and detectors in good working order is paramount for you and your family’s personal safety. Check that your batteries work and replace as necessary and also ensure that the detectors are functioning as they should. Clean your smoke alarm once every three months using the soft brush of your vacuum cleaner to remove any excess dust or insects.
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When is the Best Time to Sell? is no exact science when it comes to the best time to T here sell your home. When you decide to sell is
than others and we are here to help you to make an informed decision that hopefully, you won’t be regretting in the future.
The truth is, there is no ideal time to sell, there are too many unknown variables to get it exactly right, and it all comes down to your personal circumstances. Some periods are certainly better
Spring Spring has often been considered to be the best time of the year to place your property on the market. The Christmas holidays are all out of the way, gardens are blooming with colour and there is a suitable amount of day light hours. Most importantly, this period welcomes many new buyers to the market who have been waiting for the winter to end. The downside of selling in the spring is the number of competing properties saturating the market at this time of year.
always going to be a confusing time. With so many attention-grabbing headlines relating to the property industry, you can be forgiven for feeling pressured. Unhelpful scaremongering over political issues, house price trends and stamp duty hikes are all too frequent occurrences, which shouldn’t be taken too seriously.
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The first four to six weeks provide the best window of opportunity to secure a sale the council has granted planning permission for any work nearby, you don’t want to be selling your house whilst major road works are taking place.
Summer The success of selling during the summer months depends on the target market for your property. If you are selling a family home, many potential buyers will be away on holiday or preoccupied with entertaining the kids. The holiday season will have a direct influence on the pool of available viewers, but you will also benefit from a decrease in competition as other homeowners may delay selling until late spring and early autumn. The summer season has the main advantage of more clement weather, which will not only present better conditions for photography, but will also produce more available natural light and longer daylight hours for viewings.
What if I’m not ready to start selling? The simple answer is not to sell, it’s much more important to choose a time that works for you. If you rush your home to the market without preparing it for sale, you could be losing out on the opportunity to achieve your highest possible price. Take some time to make sure you have your home looking at its best, presentation is everything when it comes to selling your home and a little maintenance work to make your property more appealing can really pay dividends.
Autumn Autumn can be another good time to sell, as the summer settles and autumn begins, the weather is a little milder but your property can still look appealing. Autumn presents the best time to show a cosy and comfortable home, as at this time of year people spend most of their time indoors. There are also fewer holidays to contend with and if you sell quickly, there will be time to complete the move before Christmas. It is advisable to place your house on the market as early as possible, however, as after October the market does have a tendency to slow down.
The market is picking up, should I try and get my property on the market as quickly as possible? It all depends on whether you are ready to go straight to the market or not. If the market is picking up, chances are the trend will continue whilst you prepare your house for market. If you time it right, you may be able to bypass the influx of new instructions. Vendors are often tempted to inflate the asking price in an attempt to test the market, however, buyers have become increasingly savvy over the years and an overpriced house is likely to remain for sale for a long period of time. The longer your house is on the market, the more buyers will start to wonder what’s wrong with it.
Winter Winter can be a challenging time to sell, especially over the festive period. The majority of vendors decide to wait until the New Year before they go to market. However, the handful who are prepared to sell do so at a time when new instructions are few and far between.
What if circumstances won’t allow you to wait? If you need to get going and you’re ready to do so then you shouldn’t hold back.
What is your motivation for moving? Our experience tells us that in order to sell your house effectively (at the right price and in the timescale most suitable for you) you will be motivated to sell and equally motivated to buy – a ‘push and pull’ effect.
What about larger houses and luxury homes? Larger houses and luxury homes are more difficult to sell, simply because there are fewer buyers and those who are looking are searching for something truly special.
You may well be living in a large property and the ‘push’ could be the cost of the upkeep and your ‘pull’ maybe the allure of a smaller property with far less maintenance. Often people will experience several ‘push’ ‘pulls’ providing an increased motivation to move.
The best time to sell a luxury home is in the spring, as it’s the busiest time for the property market and it makes sense to market when the optimum numbers of buyers are looking. Despite the season in which you choose to place your home on the market, the first four to six weeks provide the best window of opportunity to secure a sale. The standard of marketing will be instrumental in attracting buyers and, therefore, we believe in creating excellent marketing materials to elevate your property above those of the competitors. There may be better times of the year to sell than others, but the presentation of your property is key to achieving that all important sale.
Regional Differences Seasonal variations are fairly universal but it’s worth having a close look at your local area before selling. Pay attention to the houses that go onto the market in your locality and find out what price they are selling for. Comparable evidence will provide a good indication of how things are in your local area and whether the market is leaning towards the buyers or the sellers. Check if
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Contemporary Design and Classical Architecture
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unique opportunity has arisen to acquire this outstanding country residence built by the current owners to create what is, unquestionably, one of the finest properties in the region. This six bedroomed family home utilises the finest of materials
and combines contemporary design with timeless classical architecture. Burbage House is fantastically appointed and celebrates a ‘no expense spared’ philosophy to creating luxury accommodation, whilst retaining a clever connection to the outside spaces and natural surroundings.
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generously sized formal garden, which is mainly laid to lawn with flower/shrub borders. The gardens and grounds are enclosed with stonewalling, mature hedging, fencing and are situated adjacent to National Trust woodlands, which provide a superb backdrop to this simply breathtaking family home.
This magnificent family home is ideally located in the Peak District National Park overlooking the Hope Valley and is situated in an elevated position to make the most of the gardens, grounds and far-reaching views. To the front of the property is an extensive sandstone seating terrace with exterior lighting and steps leading down to a
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HIGHLANDS - DORE SHEFFIELD S17
DESIRABLE LOCATION For Sale with Blenheim Park Estates
A unique opportunity has arisen to acquire this outstanding five bedroomed family residence. Offering luxury and exclusivity, whilst occupying a most enviable position on one of Sheffield’s most prestigious roads.
The property has the benefit of five bedrooms, four of which have en-suites, an elegant drawing room, superb fitted dining kitchen and having light and spacious reception rooms with views of the rear garden.
Highlands stands in a superb position on a plot of approximately 0.75 acre of private grounds with extensive manicured gardens and a large driveway for several vehicles. Also having the potential to extend to create additional living spaces (subject to planning).
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HOULDEN - HATHERSAGE HOPE VALLEY S32
DESIRABLE LOCATION For Sale with Blenheim Park Estates
Occupying a fabulous elevated position is this superb three bedroomed detached residence with outstanding views across the Hope Valley. The property has been completely remodelled by the current owners to create light and spacious
accommodation incorporating a superb breakfast kitchen, spacious lounge, snug, dining room, WC, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Houlden is a wonderful family home benefiting from mains services, double glazing and gas central heating.
Houlden occupies a generously sized plot with ample off road parking and a large rear garden which backs onto open fields. Situated in close proximity to the amenities of Hathersage and Grindleford and within the catchment area for the Lady Manners School.
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FOUR LANES END BARN - BAKEWELL DERBYSHIRE DE45
DESIRABLE LOCATION For Sale with Blenheim Park Estates
A newly renovated two bedroomed barn conversion with exceptional far-reaching countryside views. It is seldom that a conversion of this size and location
comes to the open market with the specification and standard of finish that has been applied to Four Lanes End Barn. Located in the heart of the majestic Peak
District National Park with good access to the amenities of the beautiful market town of Bakewell, including restaurants, cafes, shops and public houses.
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Autumn in the Peak District
in the heart of the nation, in the southern end of L ocated the Pennines and being easily accessed from Manchester Staffordshire, Cheshire, West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire. This beautiful National Park is the scenic equal to the Lake District. Split into the Dark Peak - famed for its desolate and exposed tracts of moorland and the White Peak - known for its gently rolling plateau, dissected by limestone dales.
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Attracting millions of visitors each year, there is something for everyone, from taking a walk up Mam Tor with breath taking views to enjoying a thrill seekers family day out at the Gulliver’s Kingdom theme park.
five-arched stone bridge and is home to the Bakewell show. At the western end of the Hope Valley is the village of Castleton where there are four show caves you can tour and discover semi precious minerals, rock formations and fossils. Peveril Castle is also well worth a visit. The castle is one of England’s earliest Norman fortresses and stands high above Castleton with panoramic views.
One of the most famed and popular attractions within the Peak District is Chatsworth House, situated 3.5 miles outside of Bakewell. This renowned attraction provides a varied calendar of events throughout the year as well as the opportunity to peruse the historical house, gardens and farmyard.
Matlock, a county town of Derbyshire, also proves to be popular with tourists. You can take a cable car up to the Heights of Abraham where there are cavern tours, walking trails, fossil exhibitions and a café to relax and reflect on all of the day’s activities.
The Peak District caters for many different outdoor pursuits such as cycling, rock climbing, walking and caving. Open to explore are the scenic walks of Kinder Scout, Stanage Edge (popular with climbers), Mam Tor, Dovedale and Derwent Edge. The park is also home to many reservoirs, which provide easy walks including Ladybower, Derwent, Howden and Damflask. The Ladybower Reservoir is also of historical importance, where the Dam Busters trained for their famous mission during the Second World War.
Autumn in The Peak District National Park is one of the most picturesque times of the year to visit. Padley Gorge, near to Grindleford, attracts walkers and photographers from around the country to experience and capture the autumnal colours and moss covered tree roots.
Perhaps best known for its delicious pudding, Bakewell is the Park’s largest town, a small market town with quaint streets and courtyards with boutique shopping and coffee shops. This popular town boasts mellow stone buildings, a medieval
Whether you’re looking for family fun, market towns, villages, walking, climbing, cycling or to discover historical attractions, there are few better places to be outdoors, enjoying an area of outstanding natural beauty.
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A Substantial Residence with Beautiful Gardens
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ffered for sale, is a substantial five bedroomed detached family home standing in approximately half an acre of beautiful gardens and grounds. The generously proportioned property is situated on Halifax Road and has the benefit of two spacious lounges, a formal dining room, dining kitchen, utility, three good-sized bedrooms, two additional bedrooms and a spacious master en-suite. Wyaston House offers versatile living
and is located with good access to the amenities of Grenoside and surrounding areas including two local sports centres, a football ground, retail park, woodlands, parks, hospitals, universities and Meadowhall shopping centre. Also being close to local schooling with great public transport links including the Supertram and within a short drive to Sheffield’s city centre, the M1 motorway network and the Peak District National Park.
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Stone flagged paths to either sides of the property give access to the rear. To one side, access can also be gained to a useful storage room and the dining kitchen. To the rear, there is a large stone flagged seating terrace which provides access to the lounge and has exterior lighting and mature shrubs.
Stone steps lead down to a garden of approximately half an acre. Being mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs, several seating areas, a fishpond, water feature and a timber summerhouse providing seating and useful storage.
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BLENHEIM PARK DEVELOPMENTS
Extending & Remodelling An Existing Link Between Two Buildings Park Developments have been approached by a B lenheim client to work with local Architects to transform
Externally the link will incorporate a sinusoidal roof system to furnish the link with a barn style roof with flush mounted slimline roof lights. The programme of works will see the refurbishment to the main barn and two openings will be created to provide access into the dining kitchen.
The choice of materials and style of architecture will provide a sharp contrast against the traditional character of the barn and cottage. The interior finishings will create a modern industrial feel with shot blasted steel trusses and sleak concrete tiled flooring.
Stairs will also lead to a basement room, which will add an additional reception room and permit entrance to the ground floor of the cottage.
an existing link between a traditional barn conversion and a self contained cottage. The link will be extended and remodelled to create a light and contemporary dining kitchen, with full height windows allowing for unspoilt vistas of the views across the surrounding countryside.
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The Heart of Sheffield’s City Centre Regeneration
Situated 170 miles north of the capital and in the foothills of the Peak District National Park, is a city, which has seen vast industrial and cultural changes throughout the latter half of the 21st century.
huge obstacle for the future progression of Sheffield’s city centre. However, key agencies within the city began to promote Sheffield as a creative city of culture, which brought a new legacy for development.
The decline of the steel industry in the 1980’s had severe consequences in terms of investment, which left the majority of the city with areas of neglect due to hardly any development taking place between 1980 and 1985.
Early investment in the Cultural Industrial Quarter was seen as a pioneering scheme, which many other UK cities have since followed. An increase in people’s disposable income for leisure and decentralisation of government bodies provided the means for improving the cities image to benefit residents and visitors.
Political, economical and social pressures aligned to form a
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This new quarter will integrate existing architecture and remaining buildings of heritage to create new leisure and retail spaces to encourage further investment and visitors to Sheffield’s city centre
A rise in tertiary industries saw an influx of the service class allowing the gentrification of neglected areas. This wave of development added many new cultural attractions including The Leadmill, which still entertains local residents and continues to attract visitors to the city. An attempt to replicate the previous success to build on Sheffield’s music culture led to the opening of The National Centre for Popular Music in 1999. Unfortunately, this visitor attraction didn’t receive the same success and closed its doors in 2001.
cinema, two shops and a department store. Phase One relocated the old Castle Markets to a newly built indoor market facility. Construction of the second phase was completed in 2017 and included The Light cinema, popular restaurant chains, Primark, Specsavers and GAP. Phase Three, currently under development, consists of constructing new retail facilities and refurbishing existing retail units, one of them to include the multi national clothing company H&M.
Sheffield City Council reviewed their cultural policy in the 1990’s and incorporated a more integrated approach to cultural planning, proposing to address the segregation problems of art venues such as museums and theatres. It was also noted that Sheffield’s infrastructure was insufficient to bring tourists and new businesses to the city centre.
Further plans to transform the city centre were proposed under the £600m Sevenstone retail scheme. However, this proposal was scrapped in 2013, following the recession and difficulties with the program, which left Sheffield City Council seeking a new partner.
The opening of Meadowhall in 1990 had a detrimental effect on the city’s retail sector with the new out of city shopping venue providing a more convenient leisure and retail experience. Logistically, Meadowhall became a far more attractive outlet for consumers and businesses.
In 2018, success was built on the previous scheme, the original Heart of the City project, and a master plan for Heart of the City II, the next phase of Sheffield’s major regeneration, was unveiled by the Sheffield City Council in partnership with Queensberry Real Estate.
As part of a bid to improve Sheffield’s transport, the Sheffield Supertram began operation in 1994 and provided increased access from residential areas into the city centre.
In contrast to the original plans for a retail quarter, Heart of the City II is proposing to integrate and complement the existing city. The initial phase is currently nearing completion with the construction of a HSBC building with new retail and leisure outlets.
During the 1990’s, all of the council’s cultural facilities faced inadequate financing and were externalised into charitable trusts. This enabled the opening of the Showroom Cinema and the Millennium Galleries to be built. The existing City Museum and Mappin Art Gallery were redeveloped and Sheffield Theatres were able to achieve financial stability.
Centrally located in the heart of city, the site adjoins the main shopping areas of Fargate, The Moor and Division Street, adjacent to the Town Hall and City Hall and halfway between The University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.
At the turn of century, an ambitious plan, ‘The Heart of the City’, commenced with Phase One, which saw the building of The Winter Gardens, the demolition of the ‘Egg Box’ building and the redevelopment of St Paul’s Garden into The Peace Gardens. Phase Two saw further significant investment to develop St Paul’s Hotel, city centre office blocks, Café Rouge restaurant, The Cheese Grater car park and Sheffield’s tallest residential building - St Paul’s Tower.
This new quarter will integrate existing architecture and remaining buildings of heritage to create new leisure and retail spaces to encourage further investment and visitors to Sheffield’s city centre. The plan will also have provision for additional commerce, with the development of Grade A office blocks, residential apartments, a hotel, car park facilities and green public spaces. The Heart of the City II plan has been designed to change as each phase is completed, allowing for the flexibility to adapt and improve as the scheme evolves. The city now has the benefit of a clear direction with a strong emphasis on investment and transforming into a unique and desirable place to live and work.
From 2011, efforts were made to regenerate The Moor, a retail area of Sheffield that has seen continuous decline over several years. The Scottish Widows Investment Partnership, who own the majority of the buildings on The Moor, submitted planning application to create a 55,000 sq.ft retail block to include a
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The Eye Place Dore & Bakewell W
e often take our sight for granted and visit an optician for an eye examination if our sight is causing us daily difficulties, or if we have sat on our spectacles. However, with the newest state of the art technology alongside a dedicated long-term commitment to individual patient care, Alex Kemp’s The Eye Place is changing the experience and purpose of the ‘routine eye check’. When referring to an eye examination, many of us envisage sitting alongside a vast collection of lenses neatly lined up in velvet-lined, wooden tray, whilst long spindly plastic pieces are being fastened around our ears and an odd grey contraption is propped upon our nose. And, instead of acquiring X-ray vision, as one would expect from such a sci-fi gadget being attached to ones face; the optician merely proceeds to pull out different lenses with a running monologue of, ‘one or two… one… or two’. Alongside the eventuality that we start to nod off, make up results, or just become confused by the banality of it all; there is also the torment of dry eyes, mascara blurred lenses and the feeling that, ‘although I am trying my hardest, I am still getting it wrong’. However, even more shocking is the realisation that many people I know have never even had an eye test due to the belief that, because they are not suffering from any obvious visual setbacks, they have no need to go. This is hard to understand when considering our natural acceptance of dental check-ups. However, when considering the old fashioned stereotype which opticians have acquired and also the lack of knowledge provided about the necessity of regular visits I can begin to comprehend why so many have never seen the importance in having an eye examination. We neglect our eye health and do not realise the many values in having regular checks. The recent technology and equipment now available at certain opticians means that the benefits of having regular eye examinations are even more prolific. Our vision is taken for granted, our eye health unaccounted for and a trip to the opticians often described as ‘a chore’ or ‘inconvenience’. However, a point of contradiction to these negative opinions led me to The Eye Place in Bakewell, Derbyshire. The Eye Place is an extremely attractive and modern practice; a far cry from the stereotypical reminiscences of the optician’s shop. The neat and artistic exterior is reflected inside the shop by the sophisticated design and assortment of stylish frames. Upon my arrival I witnessed the staff helping the earlier patients to pick the perfect frames. They paid attention to their individual needs, their personal style and were careful to maintain the practical purpose of the purchase. I was then asked to join one of the Opticians in a room which contained an OCT which I was told was a mini CT scanner precisely for the eye to produce 3D images with microscopic detail and an Optomap Retinal Scanner, which takes a digital scan of the back of the eye. Unlike older methods for eye examination, this technology is completely comfortable, non-invasive and certainly very quick to provide great images and scans for the Optometrist.
I did not need to be convinced that the eye exam was a lot more advanced and more thorough compared to what I remember previous eye examinations to be. The technology available at The Eye Place allows the specialist to see up to 60% more of the retina than the older, standard eye examinations. This technology not only allows a much more thorough inspection and record of your eye health, but can also signpost various other systemic diseases, unrelated to the eye such as diabetes, cholesterol and blood pressure. Many young people believe that they do not need to visit an optician as they feel that their vision is satisfactory. However, eye health needs to be monitored, as degeneration is permanent and the earlier that it is found the easier it is to treat. This new technology allows Optometrists to identify any changes or problems at very early stages. The images, which are produced and stored, are also hugely beneficial in order to use as a comparison for any possible future degeneration. This technology has revolutionised the high street eye examination. It provides incredible insight for specialists and each image produced provides a life-long record for the patient. A regular eye test, whether we are young or old, needs to become an essential part of our health check routine. The most amazing thing for me was that I could see a cross section showing all the layers and even a film of my own eye on a large screen only moments after having left the scanning room. After looking at the images and being reassured that it was looking healthy, I had an eye test to check my vision. This made me feel like my Optician was personally investigating and responding to my long-term needs. Alex also commented that he is one of a few practices across the country to have both one of the latest OCT scanners and the latest Optomap, let alone having the same advanced equipment in all five of his practices (Bakewell, Dore, Belsize Park, Fitzrovia and Fleet Street). He is very proud of his investments in technology to raise the bar in the level of eye care available at the local opticians it aids the early detection of eye disease especially macular degeneration and Glaucoma. Having completed my eye examination it was time to choose my spectacle frames. With some guidance I came across a selection of wooden frames by Rolf. Not only are the frames sophisticated, stylish and lightweight, they have a unique, intricate, handmade design. I am now eagerly awaiting a beautifully designed and original pair of wooden glasses, which are guaranteed to remain in style indefinitely. My visit to The Eye Place refuted all of the old fashioned associations, which have been applied to Opticians. As well as having an incredible selection of frames and sunglasses on offer to suit all tastes and budgets, the state of the art technology and following treatment and care at The Eye Place change the meaning and purpose of regular visits to your optician.
Royal Oak Place, Matlock St, Bakewell DE45 1HD
0114 4300 028 www.the-eye-place.co.uk
28 Causeway Head Rd, Sheffield S17 3DT
A Luxury Family Home in Dore
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lenheim Park Estates are delighted to market this outstanding five/six bedroomed detached family home, situated within a quiet cul-de-sac in the most sought-after village of Dore. Darcy House provides luxurious,
spacious accommodation over three floors with a superb breakfast kitchen, an impressive L-shaped entertainment suite, master bedroom with en-suite and dressing room, four further double bedrooms and pleasant landscaped gardens.
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The property also benefits from having a secure gated driveway with parking for several vehicles and a double garage. Located with good access to the amenities of Dore including restaurants, bars, cafes, shops and schools. This superb home is also within a short rail commute to Manchester and within easy reach of Sheffield’s city centre, the M1 motorway network and the beautiful Peak District National Park.
Darcy House has pleasant landscaped gardens with an Indian stone patio, barbecue and seating area, stone planters, ornamental lighting and a selection of ornamental shrubs and trees. The gardens meander to the rear of the house and beyond with direct access to the entertainment suite and to neatly shaped and level lawns, a small circular seating terrace area with box hedging, stone walling and flower borders.
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APT 5 EWDEN HOUSE - SHEFFIELD S10
APARTMENT LIVING For Sale with Blenheim Park Estates
A light and spacious two double bedroomed apartment with a generously proportioned lounge, dining kitchen and a family bathroom. Apartment 5, Ewden House is ideally situated on the top floor of a fantastic development by David Wilson Homes.
This impressive development was converted into luxury apartments from the former Lodge Moor Hospital. Located on Redmires Road with good access to the amenities of Fulwood and Crosspool including shops, restaurants, pubs and some of Sheffield’s most
highly regarded primary and secondary schools. Also being within a close proximity to the A57 providing good transport links to Manchester and sitting on the edge of the beautiful Peak District National Park.
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7 STOCKS GREEN COURT - TOTLEY SHEFFIELD S17
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY For Sale with Blenheim Park Estates
7 Stocks Green Court occupies an enviable elevated position at the head of a quiet cul-de-sac location in the most desirable area of Totley. The property has the benefit of an impressive plot comprising of a three
bedroomed detached house and full planning permission granted for a further detached dwelling Re: 14/02178/FUL. This superb family home also has the benefit of four good-sized bedrooms, a large dining
lounge, breakfast kitchen with a useful utility room, modern family bathroom, downstairs WC, driveway, detached garage and nicely manicured gardens with a large garden shed and hot tub to the rear.
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RIGHTSTONE LODGE - TODWICK SHEFFIELD S26
GENEROUSLY PROPORTIONED For Sale with Blenheim Park Estates
Rightstone Lodge is a most impressive five/six bedroomed residence set within a large private plot and offering ample spacious luxury accommodation over three floors. Benefiting from an extensive master
bedroom suite, a generously proportioned dining kitchen, formal dining room, lounge, orangery, swimming pool, sunroom and a generously proportioned private garden. Situated close to open
countryside and having good access to local amenities such as a range of shops, restaurants and public houses and falling within the catchment area for Todwick Primary School and Wales High School.
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WESTTHORPE HALL - KILLAMARSH SHEFFIELD S21
GENEROUSLY PROPORTIONED For Sale with Blenheim Park Estates
Westthorpe Hall is an exquisite character residence, set in large secluded grounds. The original part of the house dates back to the 1600’s and retains many original features. This superb property has excellent
accommodation throughout with extensive garaging and versatile outbuildings. The property has been extended and configured to cater for 21st century living and has the benefit of a
magnificent master bedroom suite, large traditional dining kitchen, contemporary conservatory, lounge, office, formal dining room, three additional double bedrooms and a family shower room.
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16 KIVETON LANE - TODWICK SHEFFIELD S26
GENEROUSLY PROPORTIONED For Sale with Blenheim Park Estates
16 Kiveton Lane is a superb five bedroomed executive home, offering extensive luxury accommodation with generously proportioned rooms. This superbly appointed property is situated in the most sought-after location of Todwick, set behind secure entrance gates
with a large block paved driveway providing ample parking for several vehicles. The property is immaculately presented throughout and offers extensive family living, which would be ideal for anyone looking for security, exclusivity and privacy.
Benefitting from good local amenities such as shops, restaurants and public houses and within the catchment area for Todwick Primary School and Wales High School. Also having convenient access to the M1 and M18 motorway networks and to Sheffield.
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Autumn Interior Design Trends for 2018
wall or by dressing with accessories.
Tweeds and Wools Using tweeds and wools as part of your autumn dĂŠcor is a great way to create a country, rustic feel to the home. Tweed/wool throws, cushions and accessories can accent the colour scheme within a room. Expect to see this style being implemented into lounges, dining rooms and bedrooms throughout autumn and into the winter months.
Rustic Golds A massive home trend for this autumn is rustic golds. A great colour trend to make your home warm and cosy whilst also adding a little glamour.
Floral Fabrics Updating your home for the autumnal months can be as simple as introducing fresh floral fabrics to your soft furnishings. The choices are limitless when it comes to floral prints with patterns ranging from simple and subtle to busy and eye catching.
Earthy Tones Get down to earth and bring a block of colour into your interior design. Earthy tones are becoming increasingly prevalent and offer an uplifting mood. This colour scheme draws from a palette taken from natural rocks, sand, earth and trees. Don’t be afraid to go bold, as earthy tones will look cosy in the winter and exotic in the summer.
Modern Nature An interior design inspired by minimal design, which utilises the fruits of the season. With the arrival cold weather; cones, acorns and chestnuts are in ample supply and make lovely centrepieces when placed in a minimalistic white bowl.
Symmetrical Shapes Symmetry and geometric patterns are back in a big way. Simple clean lines introduce order and symmetry provides a sense of balance. Our brains find symmetry pleasing and, as a result, we tend to rank symmetrical spaces as more attractive and relaxing.
Russet Tones Give an all-neutral scheme some warmth with autumnal colours. While neutral makes an ideal background colour for walls and floors, it can feel cool and sterile when used throughout a room. Introduce a glow of Mediterranean warmth with shades of brown and red by opting for a feature
Lighting As the darker nights draw in, lighting becomes more and more instrumental in creating a desired ambience to your interior design. The two trends for this autumn will contrast in style between clean, modern lines and vintage/art deco.
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Meet the Expert
Tony Meadows, Operations Director
Research your contractor, look at their portfolio and visit current projects. Anyone can place a reference on a web page, but the best contractors can usually show you ‘live’ projects. Most importantly, you need to be comfortable with the people you’re going to be spending a lot of time talking to.
What is your role in your company? Operations Director How did you end up in this type of business? I ended up working in construction after leaving the Armed Forces. Initially I started in a Builders Merchants Yard as a Fork Lift Truck Driver and worked my way up to Foreman. From there I moved into sales and then into Branch Management. Blenheim Park Developments were valued customers and once the owners found out I was leaving my previous employer, we shook hands and I’ve been here ever since.
What specific expertise can you offer? Get an expert in at the conception stage. Their knowledge will save you time and money, as they can advise on what can and can’t be done and any constraints that may limit the scope of work. Any future developments in the pipeline? We’re very busy at the moment with various ongoing projects, with a mix of new builds and refurbishments and we are currently finishing one of the largest private residential properties ever built in the city, which we are immensely proud to have been a part of. Plus we’re branching out into commercial works and we are also busy with architectural and planning services.
Why is it important to seek out the best possible advice in your particular line of work? Builders can be perceived as being unscrupulous, but the truth is we’re not - well most of us aren’t - anyway! I would always advise potential clients to consider listening to the experts, and taking advice from people like ourselves who know the business. We can advise on planning matters, help with architectural services and have a procurement function that can help save money.
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