July Newsletter

July Newsletter


Market Comment - More Than Just A Garden - Elizabeth D'Allemagne, Partner at Butler Sherborn, gives her thoughts on the power of a beautiful garden...

Summer Viewings and First Impressions: A Seller's Guide - Butler Sherborn share their insights on some of the key features buyers tend to notice during summer viewings, and the importance of kerb appeal...

Uk Mortgage Market Update - June 2020 - Charlie Huxley, the founder of Huxmor Limited, discusses the recent developments in mortgage rates...

Giffords Circus Returns to the Cotswolds with its Most Ambitious Show Yet: Waterfield - Over the years, Giffords Circus has established itself as a much-anticipated part of the Cotswolds summer calendar...



Market Comment - More Than Just A Garden 

When it comes to selling a home, much attention is often given to kitchens and bathrooms. Yet increasingly, it is the outdoor space that can capture a buyer's imagination.
 
The way we live has evolved as has the weather, and gardens are no longer viewed as a secondary outside space to be enjoyed occasionally. Instead, they have become an integral part of the home; a place to entertain and effectively have become an extension to the house to relax, dine and cook.

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Summer Viewings and First Impressions: A Seller's Guide

As the countryside bursts into life and longer days encourage more property viewings, summer is traditionally one of the busiest periods in the Cotswolds property market. Buyers are often looking to make their move before autumn, while sellers benefit from showcasing their homes at a time when gardens, natural light and outdoor spaces are at their very best.

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Giffords Circus Returns to the Cotswolds with its Most Ambitious Show Yet

With its burgundy-painted wagons, vintage circus tent and enchanting blend of theatre, music, comedy and world-class circus performance, Giffords has become a familiar fixture of the season, drawing audiences to village greens, castle grounds and country estates across the region.
 
Touring until late September, the show promises an unforgettable experience for families, visitors and long-time Giffords fans.

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UK Mortgage Market Update - June 2026

If you're buying, selling or thinking about remortgaging, the mortgage market right now deserves your attention.
 
The good news is that things have stabilised. Lenders including NatWest, Barclays, Santander and Halifax have all been trimming rates through May and June, and the best two-year fix on the market today sits at 4.40% for those with a 40% deposit.
 

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