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PROPERTY
NEW HOME…
NEW LIFE
New housing in the Ribble Valley varies tremendously in style and size from smaller homes that incorporate space-saving best of both worlds too with sites located in areas that have ease of access to motorway networks, respected schools and nearby market towns. features to impressive country homes that are geared towards luxury family living.
Sales centres and show homes are now open and welcoming visitors – many by appointment.
Throughout the Ribble Valley the trend for new houses that have individuality is really evident with developers building homes of differing materials and styles so that homeowners really appreciate that their new home is unique to them. Many new builds in the region are located on stunning rural and semi-rural sites – often on the edge of villages with beautiful countryside views. Developers are also keen that buyers can enjoy the When buying a new home some developers offer part exchange, an option that has become increasingly popular and one that takes the hassle out of selling your own home. Other developers may offer to help sell your own home and if it doesn’t sell before your new home is ready, the developer could become the guaranteed buyer.
Either way, if you speak to one of the sales advisers you can learn all about the various options available to you. Those looking for a new home will be impressed by the wide choice available. Many developers give homeowners the chance to choose many of the interior fixtures and fittings – again making your new home unique. While new build in the Ribble Show homes are a great way to discover Valley continues apace, demand what options are out there – from the is also growing for housing that interior layout to the style and colour of has all the technology and space for modern 21st century living kitchen cabinets, worktops and appliances, show home viewers can see how things work and are often given the option to upgrade various fittings. If you’ve seen a new development advertised, or you’ve perhaps driven past and wondered what it would be like living in a beautiful, well-designed contemporary home, with all the latest in-built technology and security features, why not give the sales team a call and arrange to view? You never know – there are deals to be had and decisions to be made. You and your family could be enjoying life in a rural idyll tucked away in the wonderful Ribble Valley! n
Georgina said: “We have always strived to put our customers at the heart of all we do and to be one step ahead in the property market, which means we obtain the best possible price for our clients, working to their timescales and in partnership with them every step of the way. I personally have arranged many off market sales as sometimes clients want a truly private sale. The personal property search service I offer enables me to do this by introducing clients to properties, which never actually come to the market. Our recent expansion into
CELEBRATING 21 YEARS
MovingWorks’ Georgina Cox along with her son Mark Worrall are changing the estate agency market. Combining technology and a personalised experience, they give flexibility and choice for the modern home mover
MovingWorks have been selling property in Lancashire and the North West for the past 21 years. In that time this family run business has gone from strength to strength under the direction of Georgina Cox as managing director. Mark Worrall, Georgina’s son joined the business a few years ago and the combination of experience and technology, has seen the business evolve and innovate to remain streets ahead in estate agency.
The business has expanded further in recent years with the introduction of Property Partners working exclusively in local areas. The talented professionals live and work in the local areas ensuring homeowners and buyers benefit from in-depth local knowledge, backed up by a suite of marketing tools and technology solutions.
In celebration of their 21st year in business MovingWorks have rebranded and within the rebrand launched a premium brand – MovingWorks Collection. With many high-end properties already sold through MovingWorks Georgina and Mark have decided to formally introduce a service specifically for discerning clients with exceptional properties that fit into the MovingWorks Collection.
Unique and exclusive properties require a more individualised marketing strategy and selling experience. No two properties are the same and for those that fit the Collection criteria, an exclusive set of marketing tools and tactics that MovingWorks offers creates a multi-layered campaign. This can
THIS IS A NEW OFFERING FOR HIGH-END PROPERTIES WHERE WE WILL EMPLOY A RANGE OF SOPHISTICATED MARKETING AND SALES SKILLS
include professional aerial drone footage and photography, physical and virtual staging, computer generated and animated images, presenter-led sales videos, exclusive editorial content, e-magazines and targeted paid advertising to boost the sales reach. An individual brand for each property adds another dimension to this truly personalised service. new areas shows the need for our personal service and our ambition to continue to evolve and build on our success.”
MovingWorks help buyers and sellers right through their property journeys in their different chapters of life, whether a first-time buyer, a family looking for their forever home or those looking to
downsize. One thing they can guarantee is that whichever chapter you are in they will provide a professional knowledgeable and, above all, caring experience as all the property professionals at MovingWorks have one thing in common – a true passion for people and property.
If you are thinking about moving, getting in touch with MovingWorks is the perfect start to achieve your goals. n
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MovingWorks 4 Bridge Court, Little Hoole Preston PR4 5BF 01772 615550 movingworks.co.uk
LOVE LIVING
According to Rightmove, detached properties in Longridge sold for an average of £314,624 in the last year, while detached at Stonebridge Fold start from £290,995, with a Lymm style detached property available from £299,995. Anwyl Homes sales director Matthew is home to well-regarded schools and has strong commuter links. Anwyl also has new homes available at Lawrence Gardens in Barton and Bluebell homes across the Ribble Valley sold for an average of £390,618. under STYLISH LYTHAM APARTMENT
In comparison, new four-bedroom homes Gould, said: “Price comparisons only tell part of the story – they don’t consider the size, location, condition or energy efficiency of the properties. Homes at Stonebridge Fold tick all those boxes – and more. They’re stylish, spacious, easy to manage and efficient to run with a superb specification. Unlike IN LONGRIDGE – FOR LESS older properties they won’t need costly repairs and renovations – you can simply On the doorstep of the beautiful Lancashire countryside, Stonebridge move in and enjoy your new home.” Stonebridge Fold is a walker’s paradise, Fold enjoys a prime location and, in more good news, a move to with opportunities to explore the fells and a new home in Longridge could cost less than you think valleys of nearby Bowland. Longridge town centre is within easy reach, plus the area Meadow in Fulwood. n Find out more via: anwylhomes.co.uk
LOVE LYTHAM?
A luxury fully renovated 2 bedroom apartment located in the heart of Lytham and close to the bars, cafes, restaurants and golf courses. AVAILABLE FOR SHORT TERM BREAKS AND STAYCATIONS.
Fine & Country Head Office 121 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 7AG
THE RECTORY, RISING BRIDGE, BB5 2SB £550,000
FELLSIDE FARM, GRINDLETON NEW PRICE - £1,350,000 This exceptional detached stone built farmhouse with additional extension lies in a stunning elevated position with magnificent 180 degree views over the Ribble Valley countryside and will appeal to the equestrian enthusiast as the property includes approximately 9 acres of adjoining land and a large stable and garage block with stabling for three horses and garaging for six vehicles. Fellside Farm has been A rare opportunity to acquire a truly individual and sympathetic conversion from a former church to a stunning contemporary four-bedroom residence. The Rectory retains much of its original architecture and heritage and has been adapted to create substantial living accommodation extending to 3319 sq ft over two floors which require viewing to appreciate its quirky nature. Internally this beautiful building has extensive living finished with high quality fitments and fixtures together with a wealth of solid ash joinery and although contemporary in character it has retained most of its original beams and trusses. The internal space with four reception rooms - the lounge /nave being the full height of the building overlooked by the master bedroom and framed by accommodation includes reception hallway, sitting room, dining room, farmhouse kitchen and study/sitting room to the ground floor and master bedroom suite with en-suite shower room and dressing room,beautiful, stained glass windows at either end. The property has a large private outdoor terrace to the rear and ample parking to the front with three further bedrooms, family bathroom and a second lounge to the first floor, whilst the adjoining annexe includes a shower room, sauna, games room and double garage. EPC Rating D electric gates. It is also superbly positioned for commuting to Manchester or East Lancashire business centres. Viewing is essential. EPC - D
TILE HOUSE, BOLTON BY BOWLAND, BB7 4NJ £900,000
HUBBERSTY FOLD FARM, BALDERSTONE £1,100,000Tile House is a superb, four bedroomed detached family home, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) if the Trough of Bowland. Of interest to both the agricultural and equine purchaser; a delightfully located modern detached farmhouse with adjoining barn, garaging and approximately 31 acres of adjoining gardens and agricultural land.The house stands in a convenient yet rural location in between the village of Sawley and Bolton-by-Bowland near Clitheroe. This spacious and The property comprises a recently renovated and extended six bedroom farmhouse and detached garage block set in an acre of formal gardens together with a detached stone built barn benefitting fromwell-presented home offers flexible family accommodation and occupies a private and attractive setting with mature gardens and grounds with planning permission for its conversion to provide a five bedroom dwelling with a gross internal floor area in excess of 4,000 square feet. Hubbersty Fold Farm is perfectly positioned in a quiet rural location ondelightful rural views. This delightful property extends to approximately 2287 sq ft or 212 sq m. Set over two floors, the house has been extensively the edge of the popular Ribble Valley village of Balderstone, approximately 1.5 miles from theA59, 5.5 miles from the centre of Blackburn, and 7.5 miles from the centre of Preston where there are a wide range of services and amenities including rail services to Manchester.The M6 and M65 and the wider motorway network are all within easy reach of the property. EPC Rating D upgraded in recent years and inspection will not disappoint. A superb location for commuting to within Lancashire or Yorkshire, and with a market town on the doorstep. Early inspection is advised. EPC – E
Fine & Country Head Office 121 Park Lane, Mayfair, LondoFine & Country Head Office 121 Park Lane, Mayfair, London n W1K 7AGW1K 7AG
HILLTOP BARN, KNOWLE GREEN, PR3 2YQ £1,150,000
DEO FAVENTE, MERECLOUGH £525,000 A lovely barn conversion which is easily maintained and occupies a very pleasant semi-rural location on the outskirts of the village of Mereclough in Cliviger, with easy access to the motorway networks for Manchester (M65/66 - 10 minutes) and Leeds (M62 - 20 minutes), and just 4.5 miles from Burnley Town Centre. Recently upgraded and improved by the current owners this delightful residence offers internal FELLSIDE FARM, GRINDLETON NEW PRICE - £1,350,000 This exceptional detached stone built farmhouse with additional extension lies in a stunning elevated position with magnificent 180 degree views over the Ribble Valley countryside and will appeal to the equestrian enthusiast as the property includes approximately 9 acres of adjoining land and a large stable and garage block with stabling for three horses and garaging for six vehicles. Fellside Farm has been Situated in a quiet yet accessible location in the village of Knowle Green, Hilltop barn occupies a spacious plot extending to approximately 1.5 acres and is a stunning family home. This beautiful property has flexible accommodation which will appeal to many. The main house has four bedrooms, and four reception rooms, a spacious dining kitchen and impressive entrance hall. Outside there is a superb oak framed annex building which has accommodation of immense character with many quality features throughout and comprises; entrance porch, hallway, sitting room, L-shaped lounge and dining room, kitchen, utility, master bedroom with en-finished with high quality fitments and fixtures together with a wealth of solid ash joinery and although contemporary in character it has retained most of its original beams and trusses. The internal bedroom and en-suite facilities as well as a utility area. Approached by a private shared driveway, a separate, large tarmacadam driveway leads to suite sitting area, dressing area and bathroom, three further bedrooms (two with en-suites), box room/study and family bathroom. De Favente lies in gently sloping gardens which include a large sun patio and aaccommodation includes reception hallway, sitting room, dining room, farmhouse kitchen and study/sitting room to the ground floor and master bedroom suite with en-suite shower room and dressing room,an extensive parking area which also provides access to two double garages, and with extensive gardens and grounds, the property is all finished lawned area bordered by open farmland, in addition to a detached garage. EPC Rating Cthree further bedrooms, family bathroom and a second lounge to the first floor, whilst the adjoining annexe includes a shower room, sauna, games room and double garage. EPC Rating Dto a high standard. Early viewing is advised. EPC – D
HORNS FOLD, HORNS LANE, GOOSNARGH, PR3 2JF £945,000 - £975,000
FAR HILLOCK FARM, BLACKSNAPE £499,950HUBBERSTY FOLD FARM, BALDERSTONE £1,100,000Four high specification, five-bedroom, five-bathroom, luxury homes situated on an exclusive gated development close to Preston and the Ribble An attractive attached stone built farmhouse dating back to the 18th century, situated in an idyllic rural location in the heart of the West Pennine Moors, providing country living but with easy access to townsOf interest to both the agricultural and equine purchaser; a delightfully located modern detached farmhouse with adjoining barn, garaging and approximately 31 acres of adjoining gardens and agricultural land.Valley. These individually designed homes will be finished to the highest standard, affording luxury fitments together with the latest home automation and amenities. Ideal for equestrian use, Far Hillock Farm includes land extending to approximately 4 acres, a large yard area and a substantial detached stable block with three loose boxes and tack room, inThe property comprises a recently renovated and extended six bedroom farmhouse and detached garage block set in an acre of formal gardens together with a detached stone built barn benefitting from control system. The common theme for this development is quality. From decoration to fixtures and fittings with generous PC sums for kitchens addition to a good sized garden, whilst the internal accommodation comprises; entrance hall, cloakroom, utility, lounge, dining room, dining kitchen, rear porch/pantry, four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Theplanning permission for its conversion to provide a five bedroom dwelling with a gross internal floor area in excess of 4,000 square feet. Hubbersty Fold Farm is perfectly positioned in a quiet rural location onand bathrooms, this development is sure to impress. Each design is reflective of today’s modern living style and takes advantage of the superb rural property enjoys superb panoramic views of the West Pennine Moors and offers plenty of opportunity for quiet enjoyment such as walking, cycling, and sampling local produce in the area's public houses,the edge of the popular Ribble Valley village of Balderstone, approximately 1.5 miles from theA59, 5.5 miles from the centre of Blackburn, and 7.5 miles from the centre of Preston where there are a wide views. Horns Fold is the latest development by J Townley Ltd a local building firm with a reputation for quality and with a proven track record. restaurants and cafes. Manchester City Centre is also within easy reach, taking just 35 minutes from nearby Entwistle Station on the Blackburn-Bolton-Manchester line. EPC Rating Erange of services and amenities including rail services to Manchester.The M6 and M65 and the wider motorway network are all within easy reach of the property. EPC Rating DEnquire today. EPC - TBC
BEAUTY IS IN THE EYE
OF THE PLANNING OFFICER
New guidance puts the spotlight on high quality design to create beautiful and safe places in which to live, writes Zara Moon of ZMA
Last month saw the release of the new and updated National Planning Policy Framework document (the NPPF 2021). This document sets out the Government’s planning policies for England based on economic, environmental and social objectives. The NPPF is the framework for all local authorities to assess if planning applications meet planning policy and is used by professionals to justify proposals by referring to key relevant policies. In 2020 the Government proposed to reform the planning system to deliver more high-quality, well-designed homes and beautiful, greener communities to live in. The new NPPF forms part of the plan to revitalise and radically change the planning system in England. The main changes to the 2019 version of the NPPF is policy guidance designed to improve the standard of design of new developments to reflect the Government’s Building Better, Building Beautiful Commision. The focus is on high quality design, with ‘the fostering of well-designed, beautiful and safe places’. Never before has the term ‘beautiful’ been included within planning policy as a test to decide if a scheme is well-designed. Significant weight will now be placed on these policies when determining applications. This will be of benefit to local residents, Parish Councils etc. who wish to resist poorly designed schemes in their area.
When making planning decisions, a more significant weight will now be given to outstanding or innovative design, designs which promote high levels of sustainability or schemes which raise the design standard in an area in general. This also could mean that schemes which do not meet certain elements of planning policy, but that score highly in outstanding or innovative design, and would be a beautiful addition to the area could achieve approval which within the previous NPPF, the quality of design would not have carried as much weight. The updated policies may be more problematic for large scale developers, who now need to include more trees, landscaping and green spaces and in general raise the quality of high-density schemes. However, this will be a positive and welcome improvement for local residents and in particular the endusers of schemes, who will have a higher quality of life. At ZMA we have always pushed the boundaries of design for our sensitive sites when the high-quality design becomes the key factor to achieve approval. We believe that quality, innovation and sustainable design can tip planning balance in favour of development even when a site typically would not be supportable with a low-quality scheme. One of our key objectives as an architecture practice is to set a precedent for designing properties in rural areas. All of our schemes are design and context-led and we always aim to set a benchmark for the quality requirements of rural schemes. n
If you would like to create an innovative, outstanding, sustainable design please contact us for a free consultation to discuss your project
Zara Moon Architects We Transform Sites, Buildings & Lives Unit 37, Mitton Road Business Park Mitton Road, Whalley BB7 9YE 01200 403840 info@zaramoonarchitects.co.uk zaramoonarchitects.co.uk
