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Top 5 Pubs for Sunday Lunch in Berkshire

The Four Horseshoes – Chobham 

A beautiful village pub near Chobham Common. It’s a welcoming pub with fantastic food and there are so many amazing walks and rides all around.

The Winning Post – Winkfield

A hugely popular spot for locals and those from further a field. Set in the village between Ascot and Windsor, it’s a superb environment mixed in with amazing service, food and the odd celebrity.

The Fox & Hounds – Englefield Green 

Set in a beautiful position boarding the Windsor Great Park. Its the perfect spot for a well earned roast after a long walk, bike or horse ride in the Great Park.

The Half Moon – Windlesham 

Truly superb food, fantastically welcoming and heated outdoor seating. It’s perfect for families all year round.

The Carpenters – Sunninghill 

A visit to The Carpenters is a must! It’s a hugely popular local staple with an incredible atmosphere for England rugby matches, combined with the best of French and traditional English food.

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Simple Tips for Beginning Your Property Search

1. Begin early

Start researching well ahead of when you plan to buy – at least 6-12 months prior. This will give you plenty of time to research different areas and finances.

2. Research thoroughly

Read up on the different areas you are looking to buy in. Look at local amenities, school districts, and property value trends.

3. Understand your finances

Use a mortgage calculator to help you work out how much you can afford to borrow and how much you can afford to pay back each month.

4. List your must-haves

Make a list of what you want and need in a property. Having a clear list will help you narrow down your options.

5. Get a pre-approval

Get pre-approved for a mortgage to show sellers that you’re serious and financially capable of purchasing the property.

6. Talk to an estate agent

As much as the online portals can give you a good overview of a local property market, they don’t tell the whole story. Being on the books of estates agents is key. This will give you a first chance look at new properties as they come onto the market as well as access to the nearly 40% of properties sales that take place off market. 

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How to Prepare Your Winter Garden for Spring and Summer 2023

As we come out of Winter and the early signs of life in our gardens are signalled by bird song and daffodil shoots, we want to share with you a few tips to help you prepare, so you can make the most of your garden this Spring and Summer.

1. Start your garden early

Most vegetables and annual flowers will provide a bountiful harvest if they are planted early in the spring, starting as soon as the soil can be worked. Start prepping and planting in mid to late March, once the threat of frost has passed.

2. Amend the soil

Before planting, amend your soil with fertiliser, compost or manure, to give your plants a nutrient-rich environment to thrive in. Start with a soil pH test to determine acidity, and adjust as needed with lime and/or fertiliser.

3. Get mulching

Mulch helps retain moisture and keep weeds at bay, so cover flower beds, gardens and trees with several inches of mulch to protect their roots.

If you found this useful and would like any further advice on prepping and styling your garden – particularly if you’re looking to put your property on the market – then please do get in touch using our contact page.