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Charity seeks adventurers to cross Scotland in a weekend! 18th January 2012
Children Today is looking for real adventurers to join them on the defining multi-sport journey of the British Isles to raise funds for vital equipment for disabled children. The Coast to Coast Challenge takes place over the weekend of 15th/16th September 2012. It is a route that traverses... Read More
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New year resolutions ?? 10th January 2012
2012 – Beat the New Year Blues with some top tip resolutions from Macmillan! With the festivities and fun of Christmas and New Year over, it’s not just the New Year Blues we have to look forward to! Now is the perfect time to make some New Year Resolutions that will kick start your... Read More
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Charity seeks adventurers to cross Scotland in a weekend! 10th January 2012
Children Today is looking for real adventurers to join them on the defining multi-sport journey of the British Isles to raise funds for vital equipment for disabled children. The Coast to Coast Challenge takes place over the weekend of 15th/16th September 2012. It is a route that traverses... Read More
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What's on in July: Avenues' guide to the best homes and gardens events 7th July 2008
What’s on in July Avenues’ guide to the best homes and gardens events Chinese landscape Discover the natural wonders of China at the British Museum. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and the British Museum have teamed up to bring plants from south-west China and elements of a traditional... Read More
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Flat out: Avenues' guide to flat-pack homes 7th July 2008
Flat out Avenues’ guide to flat-pack homes If the thought of assembling a flat pack piece of furniture fills you with horror, then Ikea’s new range of flat-pack style houses (pictured) may not be for you. The houses, which are known as BoKloks, (Swedish for ‘Live Smart‘) in... Read More
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What's in a name? Avenues' guide to house names 7th July 2008
What’s in a name? Avenues’ guide to property names The custom of naming a property is an old British custom which began with the landed gentry naming their manor houses and castles in the 17 Century. The idea gradually spread to the masses and everyday civilians began naming their homes... Read More
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It's a straw thing- a look at thatched properties 9th June 2008
It’s a straw thing… Thatched houses are the traditional country idyll. But are they really a dream come true? One of the quintessential images of English country living is the tiny cottage with a thatched roof and climbing roses around the front door. The reality of owning a... Read More
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Branching out-a look at treehouse living 23rd May 2008
Branching out Treehouses are not just for children…they also make great retreats, workplaces and even second homes. Tree houses have come a long way from a rustic children's hideout made from two planks and a couple of branches. Today, many of them are impressive architectural structures... Read More
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Share and share alike-the art of house swapping 23rd May 2008
Share and share alike Swapping your home could open up a whole new range of holiday opportunities… The sheer cost involved in traveling to far-flung destinations mean that many of us are limited to destinations that bit closer to home. There is however, a globally available form of... Read More
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Living on a houseboat 23rd May 2008
Take to the water Living on a houseboat With spring approaching, life on the water may seem that bit more tempting. But living on a houseboat is certainly not for everyone, and there are lots of factors to take into consideration before taking the plunge. Do you dream of life on the ocean... Read More
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Making the grade- a guide to listed property 6th May 2008
Owning a listed property is many people’s property fantasy, but the restrictions can make decorating or renovating it a struggle… There are around 370,000 listed homes in the UK. Whilst period features and historical or architectural interest are a real draw for many buyers, listed properties... Read More
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Fractional ownership-luxury living at what cost? 6th May 2008
Fractional ownership A luxury lifestyle for a fraction of the cost In America, fractional ownership is the fastest-growing segment of the property market, and now it is catching on here. It has been around for nearly 20 years, and is often mistakenly linked with the much-maligned Timeshare... Read More
