There is plenty more to Cheltenham than racecourses and handsome architecture, although when you imagine the Gloucestershire spa town this is probably what first springs to mind. For the most part, house prices reflect ‘Chelters’ innate desirability. During 2018, homes increased in value by 13 percent – around five times the UK average for the
You say Canterbury, I say ‘Archbishop of.’ Or possibly ‘The Canterbury Tales.’ But there’s more to this ancient city than Chaucer’s seminal medieval literature and the leader of the Church of England. Many cities claim to ‘have something for everyone.’ Arguably, Canterbury can stake a reasonable right to that claim. The more you learn about
As the UK’s biggest and fastest-growing New Town, Milton Keynes has a healthy economy, excellent transport links, and affordable modern housing (there are officially more show homes here than any other UK town or city apparently!). Originally developed as a Greater London overspill, Buckinghamshire’s Milton Keynes Borough boasts a vibrant town centre and local amenities
Located just 4 miles from central London, an eleven-minute jaunt on the Victoria line will take you from Victoria to Brixton. Located in the borough of Lambeth, this hometown to famous faces as diverse as David Bowie and John Major has had a sometimes-turbulent history. Once a rural farming community, the arrival of the railways
As the most southeasterly London Borough, Bromley is a place with swift access to the big city as well as the picturesque metropolitan green belt that extends to Kent – the garden of England. Bromley, the borough’s principal town, has emerged as one of London’s best up and coming spots for professionals, young couples, and
Deep in the heart of Devon, the historic city of Exeter came to prominence in Roman times and remains the county town of Devon. Direct rail connections to London, Bristol, Cornwall, Birmingham and beyond, plus an airport voted the “Happiest in the World”, make Exeter a key regional hub and gateway to the South West.
Beautifully preserved Georgian architecture, a thriving cultural scene and the picturesque backdrop of Somerset’s rolling hills are just some of the many reasons that make Bath a unique and stunning place to be. Known as “the original well-being destination”, Bath’s healing waters were a ‘hotspot’ (sorry!) as far back as 8000 BC. Early Roman invaders
Looking to lay your hat in a picturesque yet bustling location, rich in both ancient and modern culture? York could be the place for you. Founded in 71 AD by the Romans as Eboracum (and later Jórvík by the Vikings), Yorkshire’s county town has a rich and vibrant past still evident in its stunning architecture,
Situated a little over 20 miles from central London in north-central Surrey, present-day Woking has a largely contemporary feel, although it does have a fascinating history. Prehistoric burial grounds, the remains of a Roman settlement and an invasion by Vikings lend to the rich history of the town. Although depictions of the town by its
Vibrant, multi-cultural and close to London, Reading is the perfect place for anyone looking to relocate to a bustling yet family-friendly area within 30 minutes of the capital. Records show a settlement (’Readingum’) has existed in the area as far back as the 8th century. By 1525, Reading was the 10th largest town in England
Near enough to the Big Smoke to enjoy the hustle and bustle of London culture and a painless commute, but far enough away to enjoy wide-open spaces and avoid crippling house prices, Luton ticks a lot of boxes. The town is believed to have been established by the Anglo Saxons sometime in the 6th century
