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10 Fun Summer Outdoor Activities for Kids – with TV’s Helen Skelton

The presenter and mum-of-two teams up with outdoor experts to suggest natural ways to keep children entertained outside over the summer. After months out of school during lockdown, children and their weary parents are now faced with yet more time to fill during the holidays. To help inspire them,… Read More

02/08/2020

Categories: Children's craft, Health

McCarthy Holden COVID secure procedures – Updated 25th July 2020

Following new government guidelines and changes that McCarthy Holden have made to staffing levels etc. the following is an updated procedure list of requirements that need to be complied to by all staff to ensure safety to both us and the public. This is an overview of procedures that… Read More

26/07/2020

Categories: COVID secure policies

10 of the Best Gardens to Visit this Summer

Many gardens have now reopened to the public for summer. Hannah Stephenson selects 10 of the best. Still short of things to do during summer holidays? Why not visit some of our most glorious gardens, which have reopened to the public. They all detail the Covid-19 safety measures they’ve… Read More

22/07/2020

Categories: garden design, lifestyle, Travel

7 of the Best Places for Wild Swimming in the UK and Ireland

From waterfalls in Yorkshire to glacial fjords in Ireland, there are so many amazing places for some al fresco exercise. This year, many swimming fanatics have had to find new ways to get their fix. Indoor pools are soon to be reopened in the UK and many have already… Read More

22/07/2020

Categories: lifestyle, Travel

How to Create a Garden Getaway to feel like you’re on Holiday

Choosing a staycation? You can still capture a feel of the tropics in your garden with plants and accessories, experts insist. While many of us may be staycationing this year, there are ways to create a holiday haven in our gardens using plants and decor that mimic a host… Read More

22/07/2020

Categories: garden design, lifestyle

Stamp Duty Changes To Boost House Market

Prior to today’s announcement the market was doing rather well post lockdown, so the new stamp duty announcements will boost house sales further. Nearly nine in 10 people getting on or moving up the property ladder where stamp duty applies will not need to pay the tax at all… Read More

08/07/2020

Categories: Financial, Investment, New Homes, property, Uncategorized

How to Talk to your Children about Racism and While Privilege

As protests continue around the world, Lauren Taylor finds out how parents can ensure their children understand what’s happening. George Floyd’s death in police custody and the subsequent protests across the world for the Black Lives Matter movement, has catapulted racism to the forefront of social consciousness. It’s long… Read More

01/07/2020

Categories: Education, politics

Explore these Crowd-Free Beauty Spots in the UK and Ireland

Domestic travel is set to be busier than ever this summer. Escape the bustle by avoiding the obvious destinations, says Sarah Marshall. How often do we dismiss the easy option? Regarded as being ‘too close to home’, domestic holidays are frequently overlooked in favour of more exotic escapes; shelved… Read More

01/07/2020

Categories: lifestyle, Travel

5 Ways to Work Summer’s Sorbet Shades into your Scheme

These sugary shades are made for quick decor updates, says Sam Wylie-Harris. Keen to give your home a summer refresh? An easy – and soul-soothing – route to bright and breezy decor updates are pretty pastels and sorbet shades. Not only do they add a sweet touch to a… Read More

01/07/2020

Categories: home, Interior Design

Get Set to go Wild: Why a Sustainable Safari should be your Next Holiday

Support conservation and indulge a passion for animals by planning a trip to Africa, says Sarah Marshall. In many ways, nature has flourished during lockdown: trees in city parks have breathed the cleanest air in decades, emboldened foxes are strutting along residential streets as if they own them, and… Read More

22/06/2020

Categories: lifestyle, Travel

News about property, the economy & lifestyle

10 Fun Summer Outdoor Activities for Kids – with TV’s Helen Skelton

McCarthy Holden COVID secure procedures – Updated 25th July 2020

10 of the Best Gardens to Visit this Summer

7 of the Best Places for Wild Swimming in the UK and Ireland

How to Create a Garden Getaway to feel like you’re on Holiday

Stamp Duty Changes To Boost House Market

How to Talk to your Children about Racism and While Privilege

Explore these Crowd-Free Beauty Spots in the UK and Ireland

5 Ways to Work Summer’s Sorbet Shades into your Scheme

Get Set to go Wild: Why a Sustainable Safari should be your Next Holiday

A Deadline Reminder For Residential Landlords

Is Your Rental Property Ready for Winter?

Spook-ify Your McCarthy Holden Board This Halloween!

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