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December Newsletter

09/12/2024

Looking Ahead - Predictions for the Cotswold Residential Market 2025 - Treat yourself – The most luxurious Spas in the Cotswolds - Butler Sherborn’s Christmas Wishes – Pub of the Month - The Carpenters Arms, Fulbrook

November Newsletter

08/11/2024

Trump’s Victory & UK Base rate drop – Impact on the Cotswolds Residential Market - Autumn Budget - Anticipated stability – British Farmers protest against Reeves Tax changes A cracking Cotswolds ChristmasChristmas Markets, Fairs & Carols

October Newsletter

03/10/2024

Burford Residential Property Market by Katy Freeman - Ben Way’s Roundup of Eventing Season 2024 – Renters’ Rights Bill – Synopsis from Vanessa Carter - Head of Lettings -  BLACKLION Vodka made in the Cotswolds

September Newsletter

06/09/2024

Stability in the Cotswolds Residential Market ahead of the Autumn Statement – The Rural Land Market in the Cotswolds 2024 Award Winning Dryhill Wines and Bubbles – Richard Greasby, Head of Rural runs - The Atlas Mountains Ultra Marathon 

August Newsletter

02/08/2024
Sam Butler - Post Election Review of the Cotswold Residential Market - Butler Sherborn Sponsors Moreton Show Member’s MarqueeSaturday 7th September - Barn conversions - A selection of barns for sale in the Cotswolds - New Artisan Restaurant in Cirencesterpizza heaven!

July Newsletter

08/07/2024

The Labour win - Sam Butler predicts the Cotswolds residential market response  Development opportunities & Newly converted properties in the Cotswolds - No Planning needed for some barns subject to Permitted Development rights – Pub of the Month - The Five Alls at Filkins.

June Newsletter

06/06/2024

Reaction to the announcement of the General Election – Cotswolds residential property market – Aspirational Living - four stunning Cotswold houses – The Burford Festival – charming festival of the arts in a historic Cotswold town - Renters Reform Bill – in the run up to and after the Election

May Newsletter

09/05/2024

With sun, comes the stock – Butler Sherborn launches new properties into the Cotswold market  - Ben Way, Head of Butler Sherborn Equestrian Preview of Badminton 2024 - The Renters Reform Bill – Update - The Climate Crisis – trials and tribulations of farming in the Cotswolds

April Newsletter

05/04/2024

Six stunning Cotswold Family homes new to the market  -  Defra announces changes to Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme – Senior negotiator, Sophie Lane’s Cotswold Favourites -  Claire Halstead Interiors offers a bespoke ‘House Moving Service’ 

March Newsletter

08/03/2024

Sam Butler’s Budget Comment - Confidence in the Cotswold Residential Market- Move to the Cotswolds and savour the best produce from local farm shops and farmers’ markets Katy Freeman-Head of Burford Sales reveals her Cotswold favourites – Top Tips - for The Cheltenham Festival!

February Newsletter

08/02/2024

Sam Butler Comments - Positive outlook for Cotswold residential market – Ben Way -Head of Equestrian Previews the 2024 season – Valentine’s Day - Three romantic Cotswold cottages –  Stow Office’s Sophie Salter - Her Cotswold favourites

January Newsletter

05/01/2024

Sam Butler gazes into 2024 - Market Comment – Get your dream home in the Cotswolds - Four lovely country houses - Rural Land Values – Review and Outlook – The Art of Happiness with a Life Coach

December Newsletter

11/12/2023
Sam Butler’s Market Comment - The Chancellor’s Autumn Statement - The Hands Up Foundation – Founded by George Butler reportage war artist - Pub of the Month – The Stump, Foss Cross, nr Northleach - Christmas Wishes from Butler Sherborn

November Newsletter

09/11/2023

Snuggle up for Winter in the Cotswolds – 4 properties with welcoming fires - Top Tips - for Winter proofing your property –  Create Cosy Cotswold Interiors – with Lisa Burdas - Christmas is Coming – Christmas Markets & Advent Services in the Cotswolds

October Newsletter

06/10/2023

It’s Going nuts in the Cotswolds - Four lovely houses launched to the market – For Sale by Public Auction - The Old Puesdown Inn  - Ben Way’s Eventing - Season Round Up Firwood, Cirencester - An exceptional family house and gardens in Cirencester

September Newsletter

15/09/2023

New to the market - Four Cotswold homes with land and fruit trees –  Pub of the Month - newly refurbished The Sherborne Arms, Northleach – A classic Grade II Listed farmhouse with land - Pound Farm, Eastcourt – Sugarboo Extraordinary Cakes - Sensational Award winning Cakes in the Cotswolds 

August Newsletter

04/08/2023

Cotswolds property market remains active - Elizabeth D’Allemagne comments on price sensitivity –  Members’ Marquee at Moreton Show sponsored by Butler Sherborn again – Not sold for 65 years - The Old Rectory, Lighthorne comes to the market - Kingham gears up for The Big Feastival

July Newsletter

13/07/2023

A different market from 2022 - Sam Butler on the Cotswolds residential market – Need Mortgage Advice – contact Charlie Huxley Super Summer Stock - Butler Sherborn have some of the best houses in the Cotswolds – Pub of the Month – Spend Thyme at The Swan, Southrop 

June Newsletter

09/06/2023

Summer has finally arrived in the Cotswolds - 4 New properties to the market - The Renters Reform Bill – Some positives for Landlords and Tenants –  Refuge for a King - The Old Manor House, Baunton - Ben Way rides for The Nation – on Gunn Law

May Newsletter

19/05/2023

Strong appetite from Buyers for the finished product in the Cotswolds - Park House - great village house in delightful Alvescot - Glorious Cotswold Gardens - finally exploding into life! – Pub of the Month, The Chequers, ChurchillEnjoy excellent food at a charming pub

April Newsletter

04/04/2023

Sam Butler’s Market Comment on the Cotswolds property market – Top Tips - for designing a classic English garden – Rural Land & Farm Values in 2023 - Pub of the Month - The Royal Oak, Whatcote

March Newsletter

07/03/2023

Sam Butler’s Market Comment on the Cotswolds property market – Cheltenham Festival Preview - where to place your best bet! – Spring forward, make your move to the Cotswolds - Three lovely properties for sale - Pub of the Month - The Halfway House, Kineton

February Newsletter

10/02/2023

Sam Butler's Market Comment - Good News in the Residential Property market The Lodge at Dryhill - A simply stunning Cotswold property with spectacular views – Spring is just around the corner - Four country homes in the Cotswolds for sale – Ben Way previews his Eventing Season - prospects for the coming eventing year

January Newsletter

13/01/2023

A Positive start to 2023 - Sam Butler predicts more stability in the market, with a better balance of supply & demand Butler Sherborn Lettings Team win Gold AwardPub of the Month - The Crown, Minchinhampton – New Associate Partners of Butler Sherborn Congratulations to Ben Way, Sophie Lane & Katy Freeman

December Newsletter

06/12/2022

Cotswold Residential Property Market after Hunt’s Autumn Statement - Christmas in the Cotswolds - magical events for all the family – Reopening of The Swan, Southrop - Pub of the Month- Butler Sherborn wishes you all a Very Happy Christmas & New Year

November Newsletter

08/11/2022

Four Cotswold properties new to the market with woodburners, open fires and Agas for winter warmth – The Saharan Challenge – Richard Greasby’s feat of endurance - Market Comment on the Cotswold residential market together with four cracking cottages available across the area - Quintessential Cotswold Pubs for warm, winter belly fill 

October Newsletter

13/10/2022

Shock waves have reverberated through the property market Sam Butler’s Market Comment - Four perfect Cotswold country homes  - Landlord Alert New Smoke & Carbon Regulations - October Retrospective Fox Hill House Art Exhibition

September Newsletter

09/09/2022

Strong demand for Farms, Land & Equestrian property in the Cotswolds – Utility Bills - How to save money & help the planet – Quintessential Cotswold Village – Coln St Aldwyns – New Art Gallery in Milton-Under-WychwoodLesley Anne Doole

August Newsletter

05/08/2022

Stunning Cotswold family houses at over £2million - Festivals in the Cotswolds this summer holidays – Butler Sherborn sponsor The Members Marquee at Moreton Show - Rupert Aker Cotswold Landscape artist based in Painswick

July Newsletter

21/07/2022

New to the Market - a variety of quality properties available £775,000-£2.25m – Meet Katy Freeman Head of Residential in Burford – Daunted by Probate?a synopsis to help at a difficult time – Three lovely pubs in the Cotswolds for summer days

Butler Sherborn June Newsletter

17/06/2022

Summer Race for Space continues in the Cotswolds - 4 properties new to the market  - Farmland - Richard Greasby - How best to buy and sell it – 10 Top Tips for Buyersa few helpful hints - The Amphitheatre, Oddington – an exciting new open air venue for the performing arts

May Newsletter

10/05/2022
Butler Sherborn launches 5 stunning Cotswold properties £1.1m - £2.65m Biodiversity Net Gain aims to replace & enhance the environment lost to development Pub of the Month The Double Red Duke amazing food in a cool pub Young Entrepreneurs at Burford School The Tenner Challenge - a local Dragon’s Den.

April Newsletter

08/04/2022

It’s bloomin’ lovely in the Cotswolds this Easter 4 great additions to the Spring market from £650,000- £3,000,000 - Head of Butler Sherborn Rural, Richard Greasby extols the virtues of living and working in the Cotswolds - A stunning Grade II Listed Threshing Barn in a rural setting 5 Manor Farm Barns, Tarlton - Butler Sherborn Pub of the Month The Potting Shed, Crudwell

March Newsletter

11/03/2022

Stock Levels rising in buoyant Cotswold residential market, Invitations to pitch & instructions up twofold on first two months of 2022 – Cheltenham Festival Preview from Nicky Henderson’s Racing Manager, Charlie Morlock - Rural Payments Agency announces detail of Lump Sum Exit Scheme – The Old Stocks Inn, Stow-on-the-Wold- a quirky boutique hotel with superb restaurant

February Newsletter

08/02/2022

The Cotswold Lettings Market 2022 Comment by Head of Lettings Vanessa Carter – Busy, Busy Butler Sherborn are Hiring! 3 Great Job Opportunities in Butler Sherborn  George Irvine Cotswold based Landscape Artist reflects on his work – Pub of the Month The Lamb, Crawley 

January Newsletter

14/01/2022
Happy New Year  -  The Cotswolds ticks all the boxes for 2022 – 'I cannot see demand abating’ says Sam Butler – Farmland in High demand tooLeafield, an historic Cotswold villageButler Sherborn are hiring- an excellent job opportunity in Cirencester.

December Newsletter

13/12/2021
Happy Christmas - from Butler Sherborn – Sam Butler’s Comment on a Seller’s Market 2021 - Interview with Sophie Keogh - Life as a Senior negotiator in Cirencester - Villages of The Month - The Guitings 

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

11/11/2021

Variety is the Spice of Life in the Cotswolds – new to the market, three lovely houses – ‘When Fishes Flew’ the newest novel by Michael Morpurgo illustrated by George Butler – Bledington, Butler Sherborn Village of the Month – Vanessa Carter, Head of  Lettings, celebrates 21 Years at the firm.

October Newsletter

18/10/2021

Butler Sherborn have a wide variety of stunning Cotswold properties available –  Ben Way, Head of Equestrian rounds up the 2021 Eventing Season – Residential Lettings - Notice Periods revert to pre-pandemic levels – Butler Sherborn sponsors Burford School sports.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

17/09/2021

Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness - Four wonderful Cotswold properties.  Harvest 2021 – safely gathered in – yields variable. Fleet Street Exposures - Diary of a Photojournalist. Career opportunity - Secretary & Administrator to Rural Department.

 

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

19/08/2021

Back to School in the Cotswolds -  Family homes ready for the start of the academic year- Pub of the Month - The Norman Knight, Whichford – August Bank Holiday Beer Festival - We are Recruiting – Lettings Negotiator in our Burford office – Moreton Show Saturday 4th September 2021 – The Agricultural Society Show in the Cotswolds

July Newsletter

26/07/2021
Country Cottages in the Cotswolds – Butler Sherborn has four to suit most needs-  Landlords Wanted- Vanessa Carter, Head of Lettings at Butler Sherborn, has a solid list of tenants – The Wychwoods and their three villages under the boughs- Moreton Show- Butler Sherborn sponsors the Members Marquee

June Newsletter

29/06/2021

A stunning Cotswold farm, Manor Farm, Compton Abdale is on the market as a whole, or in lots – The Cotswold Guy, a gastronomic delight for the discerning - The Whichford Pottery and Straw Kitchen, a gardener’s gem with traditionally handmade terracotta pots, specialist plants and wonderful home made  food too!  

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

27/05/2021

Elizabeth D’Allemagne - Head of Residential Sales reports on the Cotswolds property market - Pub of the Month, The Plough Inn, Ford – Reduction in Notice Period given to Tenant’s effective 1st June 2021- Basic Payment Scheme, Consultation on phasing out of support by 2027.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

27/04/2021

'Strongest market for a decade’ says Sam Butler – Offers to Viewings ratio high at 1 Offer : 2.6 Viewings  - Oxford Shirt Company in Burford, buzzing again as retail restrictions relaxed  - Ben Way, Head of Butler Sherborn Equestrian, launches his 2021 Eventing season with an eye on Lumuhlen –  The Scenic Supper with stunning views in the Cotswolds- book an amazing fine dining experience, an antidote to Covid.

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25/03/2021
Ten Questions & Hidden Horrors to be addressed to ensure a swift move - Sunaks’s Balancing Act with extension of the SDLT holiday – FWP Matthews, the Cotswold Artisan Millers – Basic Payment Scheme now open for 2021 Applications - Butler Sherborn Career Opportunities - Wanted - Rural Surveyor: Residential Negotiator: Lettings Negotiator

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

25/02/2021
Chancellor expected to extend SDLT Holiday to 30th June to support residential market - Escape to the Cotswolds & your own bolt hole  - Debit Respite Scheme ‘Breathing Space’ assists tenants in arrears – Cotswold Gold & Charlie Beldham, the local Midas  - Countryside Stewardship Scheme BPS deadline Monday 17th May 2021.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

26/01/2021
Elizabeth D'Allemagne comments on the market - A shout out to our village shops - Pub takeaway of the month, The Bell, Langford - New property to the market, Glebe House, Naunton.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

18/12/2020
Looking to rent in the Cotswolds by Christmas - DEFRA forecasts farming income 2020 v 2019 - Basic Payment Scheme reductions 2021 - 2027 - This month's hot properties

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

23/11/2020

Cotswold residential market maintains momentum in Lockdown2- Christmas in Covid well spent in the cosy Cotswolds– Ben Way, Head of Equestrian, assesses 2020 Season-CLA survey reveals migration from the City to the countryside among the young– Support your Local- The Fox, Oddington 'Pub of the Month'.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

22/10/2020

Covid fuels even greater demand for Residential Lettings in the Cotswolds - Demand for country properties has been relentless since mid May - migration from cities and Covid hot spots to the countryside shows little sign of easing - Countryside Productivity Small Grants Scheme now open to farmers to assist with efficiency and environmental impact.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

24/09/2020

190% rise in Buyer Registrations July-September 2020 v 2019 -Cotswolds Property Market remains frenetic – Stamp Duty Holiday extension to 31st March 2021 – Why your daily bread will cost more- Assured Shorthold Tenancy -Notice Period

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

20/08/2020

Cotswolds Property Market Boom - Butler Sherborn launches a range of houses £675,000-£2.8 million - A controlled return to Equestrian Activities and excellent Equestrian properties available- Rural Matters-Greening no longer applicable to BPS Applications 2021

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

14/07/2020

Market Comment from Sam Butler - Moving to the country is back in vogue - Stamp Duty Holiday- Ash Die Back Implications for our countryside 

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

03/06/2020

From famine to feast is perhaps over-stating the case slightly, but it is certainly fair to say that we have had our hands very full in the last two weeks. Since the Prime Minister and Government elected to allow restricted movement (allowing our team to begin viewings and visits once more) we have been able to show properties again, albeit following strict distancing protocols and with everyone wearing the requested PPE.

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Butler Sherborn Newsletter

01/05/2020

Looking Ahead - Keeping the Cotswolds going - Keeping you and your livestock safe - Before anything else; preparation is the key to success - Stay in, and stay cosy. Watch a movie!

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

31/03/2020
Market Comment from Sam Butler - Covid-19 Butler Sherborn statement - You can now apply for BPS - Volunteering opportunities.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

27/02/2020
The Cotswolds Four great properties to relax in - Pub of the Month The Crown Inn, Church Enstone - Overwhelmed by Probate? Hennie can help - Energy Efficiency Regulations in private Rented Property

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

28/01/2020
Buy in the Cotswolds with confidence - The Agricultural Bill to be passed shortly - Pub of the month, The Five Alls, Filkins - Explanation of Red Book Valuations.

Butler Sherborn December Newsletter

19/12/2019
Butler Sherborn Burford office - Success in 2019 - Butler Sherborn's Sporting Achievements 2019 -  Farmers begin receiving BPS payments - Property Valuations How We Can Benefit You.

Butler Sherborn November Newsletter

21/11/2019
Butler Sherborn bucks the trend - Pub of the month - Strategic Property Development - Grants from Rural Development Programme for England. 

October Newsletter

22/10/2019

‘Four Cotswold Barns new to the market  - The Hare, Milton- Butler Sherborn’s Pub of the Month  - Exchange rate set for Basic Payment Scheme 2019 - What 3 Words, a digital life line.’

Butler Sherborn September Newsletter

05/09/2019
Ben Way heads to Burghley - Pub of the month, The Bell, Langford - Six great properties close to excellent Cotswold pubs - Chimney Farm Barns, a unique opportunity.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

06/08/2019

Elizabeth D’Allemagne offers Mill Hill Farm, Sherborne as a whole, or in 2 Lots – Butler Sherborn sponsors Members Marquee at Moreton Show -The Old Farmhouse, Idlicote, home to racing camels comes to the market- Newland Homes inspires Britain

Butler Sherborn June Newsletter

27/06/2019
Village cricket in the Cotswolds, Five properties new on the market, Richard Greasby, Head of Rural makes his Ultramarathon bid to run 100kms, The Tenant Fees Act 2019, and Country House Consultancy Butler Sherborn's comprehensive service.

Butler Sherborn May Newsletter

31/05/2019
Flaming June - Six new properties to the market, Richard Greasby trains for the Cotswold Ultra marathon and the new Cirencester Residential Agency Team are settled in.

Butler Sherborn Monthly Newsletter

25/04/2019
Grade l Listed Northwick Park apartment for sale, the perfect time to search for your new Cotswold home, Butler Sherborn's Country House Consultancy service and The London and Country property show in Chelsea.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

28/02/2019
Ben Pauling's Top Tips for the Cheltenham Festival, Important dates for Countryside Stewardship grant applications, New Tenants Fees Legislation and a lovely selection of properties in the Cotswolds.

Butler Sherbron Newsletter

24/01/2019
Ella Canby of Sugarella finds specialist catering staff, Henrietta Hargreaves advises on small grant schemes, Ben Way has £20 million of equestrian property available and for Valentines Day love nests in the Cotswolds.

Butler Sherborn December Newsletter

18/12/2018
Butler Sherborn's Head of Lettings, Vanessa Carter flags up for Landlords Tenancy deposit cappings. Bramble & Gooseberry Vintage Interiors with festive ideas. Brand New Cotswold homes by Newland Homes Ltd, Near Broadway. Burford Woodcraft independent retailer promoting contemporary British craftsmanship.

Butler Sherborn's November Newsletter

29/11/2018
Two important articles from the Rural Department of Butler Sherborn feature in the November Newsletter. Jonathan Malings contributes the Pre-Brexit British Farming item. Henrietta Hargreaves explains the importance to Landlords of the update on the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).

Butler Sherborn's October News 

30/10/2018
The best Autumn properties ripe for the picking. Richard Greasby, Head of Rural comments on UK Farming post Brexit. Ben Way summarises his eventing season and the current equestrian property market. New Burford cafe run by Lynwood & Co.

Butler Sherborn September monthly update

28/09/2018
Vanessa Carter heads the Lettings team expansion with Emma Abbott in Cirencester. Lovely Autumn properties close to pubs. Karen Horne of Beltaine Designs choses Autumn collection. 

Butler Sherborn Monthly Update

16/08/2018
Butler Sherborn welcomes new staff to its Cirencester office and Rural Department. Invitation to Moreton Show, see our best selection of properties with pools.

Butler Sherborn Newsletter

02/07/2018
Butler Sherborn has enjoyed a busy start to the Summer. Houses are selling, at the right price.  Vanessa Carter - Head of Lettings has a wealth of prospective tenants; Richard Greasby - Head of Rural advises on the Future of Farming post Brexit and Permitted Planning is explored by Jonathan Malings.

Butler Sherborn Spring Newsletter

27/04/2018
Elizabeth D'Allemagne comments on the Spring market.  Ben Way previews his eventing season and advises on the Opportunities and Pitfalls of buying an equestrian property.  Richard Greasby - Head of Butler Sherborn Rural advises on the problems that farmers are facing with hedges.


 

Newsletter March 2018

12/03/2018
A hectic start to Spring- The Cheltenham Festival - Preview of Ben Pauling's runners, Update on Land Values & Probate, and an invitation to The London & Country Property Show, Olympia

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