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Bee Friendly – By Holly Short
In the first of our green-fingered blogs, Holly from Grow Smiles gives us some brilliant advice on how we can help our yellow and black, furry, friends.
Why are bees important?
Approximately 80% of all flowering plants are pollinated primarily by bees as well as other insects and animals. Our food is reliant on this pollination as it provides the fruit and vegetables we eat as well as the crop to feed livestock. According to the Healthy Bees Plan 2030, bee crop pollination brings around £600 million per year to England and Wales based on crop pollination. Of course it also generates invaluable food for wildlife. Bees are an integral part of our eco system and without them we would be in big trouble.
Bees are in danger across the world with rapidly decreasing numbers. There are two main reasons – habitat loss due to urbanisation and intensive farming methods and the use of pesticides.
What can I do?
There are lots of easy way for you to use your garden to provide the bees with food and shelter. Learn to love your bees, find out about them – how to identify the different types, how they behave and what they need. By looking after the bees you will also be looking after other pollinators like butterflies.
Grow bee friendly flowers and plants.
Bees are around for most of the year, some emerge from hibernation as early as February and others are still flying around in November. You may seem them even earlier or later if the weather is mild. I have seen big fluffy, sleepy Queen bees on sunny days in January looking for nectar. So try to make sure that they have some form of food all year round. They need nectar to give them energy to fly and find nests and pollen to feed their bee grubs. You can often see the pollen stuck to their back legs so that they can take it back to the hive – see our photos at the end of the article.
The tricky times for bees are late Winter into early Summer and Autumn, when flowers are not so profilic as they are in full Summer. Plant bulbs in Autumn to provide flowers for the bees in these sparse times – Snowdrops, Winter Aconite, Hyacinths, Crocus, Fritillaria and Alliums. Look to include Autumn flowers plants in your garden such as Asters and Japanese Anenome. Ivy provides a wonderful source of nectar and pollen during the Winter months. Have a look at this wonderful seasonal guide created by Friends of the Earth.
Give them shelter
If you have space and can cope with a bit of wild in your garden – leave a patch of lawn uncut. Bees love sheltering in Clover, Dandelions and long grass. If you can’t do that, why not build a bee hotel? It doesn’t have to be complicated, just a box or even on old plastic drinks bottle with hollow branches, pine cones, drilled out logs – other pollinating insects will love it too. The Bee Friendly Trust have written a lovely, simple guide to help you build a bee hotel.
Learn to love your bees
Watching and listening to bees is mesmerising. In early Summer my garden is full of Alliums and in early Autumn, Asters – the sound of the buzzing is amazing and there are so many different types of bees to see. The Bumble Bee Conservation has a great tool to help you first identify the different types and then to learn about all of their unique habits. They also do some great posters and pocket books. Once you become more involved and connected with the bees, you will naturally want to look after them – which can only be good for the bees!
Don’t use or support the use of chemicals
Learn how to Grow Green – harness the power of nature to grow better plants without harming the environment. Our Grow Green article can help you – it’s updated with new things we learn – so very frequently. Also look at what’s happening in the world around you, at the big picture. For example, in 2021 the UK government reversed recently made decisions put in place to protect our bees and wildlife – read more at the Wild Life & Countryside Link. Stand up for our bees. (Update June 2021 – this decision has once again been reversed – so our bees are now more protected. It is still always worth keeping an eye on legislations as clearly they can be changed very quickly).
You will experience so much joy by loving and protecting the bees – new found buzzy friends that do so much good for our plant, not to mention beautiful flowers, plants and gardens. Our plant list highlights the plants we have that are bee friendly.
Bee friendly – Make the World a Better Place
By Holly Short
Grow Smiles, Church Farm, Betchworth, RH3 7DH
Content source: https://www.robertleech.com/bee-friendly-by-holly-short/
#Lingfield Luxury Homes#Bee Friendly Holly Short#Oxted Homes For Sale#Eco-friendly home#House Sale Oxted
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House clearance company London
Discovering a house clearance firm is not any easy task. A house clearing firm presents a variety of services: they might supply removing and relocation providers but can even be capable to assist you in eliminating all of the things that you do not need to take with you to your new dwelling. If you are in search of a local garbage clearance company who are so much cheaper and quite a bit much less problem to hiring a skip, it's good to name Garbage Clearance Burgh Heath at this time and ask what we can do for you.
Household clearances have the potential to be extremely complicated and demanding, particularly when coping with large volumes of waste items, which must be disposed of responsibly. At Norris Banstead, we provide garbage assortment providers to your own home and business.
House Clearance Company
Daddyremovals is a local Man Van Removals Firm, who offer the best answer for affordable and problem free move. During the home clearance course of, we purchase used furnishings and make them accessible for sale. We offer a full probate service, probate valuations, probate clearance and house clearance companies.
If you have years of outdated junk that you have not acquired the time to sort via, or furnishings and bins which might be too heavy to bring down, we are very happy to help. You'll be able to visit Banstead Rental Van Rent workplace to check our well maintained and fully outfitted autos devoted individually for the rental hire goal.
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Urban Chic & Rural bliss – Whyteleafe with Louise Simpson
We are launching a very select development in Whyteleafe, set back from a sought after road ‘Hilltop’ offers a collection of new apartments (available with ‘Help to Buy’) and two creatively designed houses to maximise the setting – in particular the views. Are you tempted to find out more about living in Whyteleafe, we hope you love our suggestions (and that you give us a call to book a viewing! – be quick they will be snapped up!)
Living in Whyteleafe gives you access to so many amazing places to visit, you are a short distance from stunning rural walks with a country pub, you can jump on the train and be in central London (London Victoria and London Bridge via Whyteleafe and Upper Warlingham) within approximately 30 minutes – for brunch, a day of shopping or a wonderful night out. With the M25 10 minutes drive and Gatwick 30 minutes drive via the A23 / M23 – the rest of the UK and the world are at your fingertips! We hope you enjoy our ideas and suggestions – ready for you to try out when you move to Hilltop (or perhaps you will visit one of these when you book a viewing)
Imagine just hopping on the train and enjoying all that London has to offer… use our ‘insider tips’ to access all the secret things in London that you’ve never heard of before – and become immediately ‘in the know’!
We’ve fallen in love with Secret London – this is a fantastic collection of blogs … which you won’t be able to resist. Whether you are looking for a somewhere quirky to visit, and interesting place for brunch, a fabulous place to shop, or an outstanding experience, make this your go-to place to visit. We hope you love it too!
Secret London
We’ve picked out a few of their current ‘Secret ideas’ to share with you, they sound amazing!
“Mariage Frères, Paris’s famous vintage-style tea emporium, has just opened in Covent Garden – and it’s home to the largest collection of tea in the world. Hidden away inside a beautiful five-storey Georgian townhouse in central London, Mariage Frères boasts an amazing restaurant, retail space, museum and two private event spaces. On the ground floor, you’ll discover a seriously long apothecary-style wall, home to the world’s largest tea collection. There are 1,000 varieties from 36 different countries, and they’re all available to purchase by weight. There are white, yellow, green, blue, black and red teas, as well as fruity teas, vintage teas and unique harvest blends. “ CLICK TO READ MORE
“Nicknamed Bookseller’s Row, Cecil Court is a hidden gem in the heart of central London. Packed with twenty-odd secondhand bookshops and antiquarian booksellers, it truly is a paradise for literature lovers. Just moments away from the hustle and bustle of Leicester Square, you’ll be surprised to stumble across such a peaceful gem. The shop fronts haven’t changed for over a century, so a walk through Cecil Court is like a trip back in time”. CLICK TO READ MORE
“We’ve found some of the best bottomless brunch deals in London for you to dive right into. Bottomless brunch is great because a) it has a fab name b) you can get daytime-sozzed and nobody bats an eyelid. There’s nothing quite like saying ‘bottoms up’ and knowing that you can continue to say it until it becomes ‘bosshomsup’. We’ve included a range of price points, and we kick off with some of the most OTT brunch parties that promise to have you dancing on the tables by early afternoon, before proceeding to more relaxed affairs.” CLICK TO READ MORE
If you are looking to stay closer to home, Mayfield Lavender Farm is a stunning place to visit in the summer time – you only have to look at the photograph to know the aroma will be heavenly! Perfect for an afternoon visit with a cup or tea, or perhaps a special birthday present for a friend.
Mayfield Lavender Farm
“Our 25 acre lavender farm with café and shop is located in Banstead (Woodmansterne), Surrey – approximately 15 miles from Central London. Our farm is a popular visitor attraction throughout summer where you can wander through a sea of beautiful organic lavender. The lavender normally starts to bloom towards the middle to end of June and the peak time is July and August however the weather can influence this so be sure to check our website for information”
“At our farm you can enjoy a delicious, fresh lunch or snack at our relaxed, al fresco café with picnic tables. Whether you fancy a panini, burger or a piece of our gorgeous home-made cake, we have it covered and much more besides! You can also book a lavender cream tea for an extra special touch or enjoy food from the barbecue during July and August. We are licensed to sell a range of alcoholic drinks including our unique lavender cider! Before you leave, don’t forget to visit our shop to buy one of our lavender plants for your garden, or simply treat yourself to our lavender products including toiletries, culinary treats or a beautiful bunch of fresh lavender.”
Looking for something more urban! Look no further than Box Park… the food at Box Park is truly outstanding – and only a hop, skip and a jump away from Whyteleafe – the Move Revolution team love the food from Bao Bao – it comes highly recommended. Box Park isn’t just for food lovers (although we are pretty sure you will be unable to resist the gorgeous food on offer when you visit) it hosts a wide spectrum of amazing events and activities. The Move Revolution team love Fight Klub… if you want to find out more and get a first hand recommendation just call Sam Webb (our Land & New Homes Manager) or Louise Simpson (Area Sales Manager for Whyleafe) who love this event!
Box Park Croydon
“Boxpark is the world’s first pop-up mall – fusing the concepts of the modern street food market and placing local and global brands side by side, to create a unique shopping and dining destination. Opened in 2011, Boxpark established itself in the heart of London’s Shoreditch to demonstrate that it was entirely possible to bring dining and fashion back to the street and provide fertile ground for independent and established retailers to reach a large audience in a big and eye-catching way. Entirely constructed out of refitted shipping containers, Boxpark utilises a unique position in being able to offer affordable and flexible conditions for lifestyle brands, cafes, restaurants and galleries to trade and succeed. It’s a retail revolution that’s spawned many imitators but no equals. Until now.”
Everyman Cinema, Oxted
Looking for a cinema experience ..… longing for a really comfortable cinema chair, brilliant food and a chilled glass of wine – look no further than Everyman Cinema Oxted. Just a short drive from Whyteleafe, or hop on the train to Oxted (9 minutes from Upper Warlingham). Nici Jordan (Our Marketing Director) is a regular visitor with her family – “It makes going to the cinema extra special – we love the comfortable sofas at Oxted cinema – it’s a perfect night out”
Perhaps you are looking for stunning views at the same time as enjoying a game of golf… look no further than Woldingham Golf Club.
Woldingham Golf Club
“Nestled in the serenity of the Halliloo Valley just north of Woldingham, in the heart of the Surrey North Downs, Woldingham Golf Club’s excellent course and facilities have become a popular destination for both golfers and events planners. Designed by American course architect Bradford Benz, the beautiful, rolling course makes the most of the contours of the valley in which it sits and suggests a relaxed game many have yet to experience! A par 71 course in excess of 6,000 yards long from the yellow tees, the course is built on a chalk base, excellent for drainage which, together with the USGA specification greens, allows year round play. Golfers will decide for themselves their favourite holes, but for sheer beauty, the 4th and 7th at the far end of the course, in the bowl of the valley, will take some beating. Surrounded by the course, the Club’s stately neo-classical style clubhouse offers spectacular views across the course and the valley beyond – the view from the first floor event suite, with it’s large ornate stone balcony, truly makes the most of this.”
Or perhaps you enjoy the idea of being pampered! When looking to purchase a new home it’s always important to know if there is a brilliant barber / wonderful hairdresser in the local area.
Time Hair & Beauty
We recommend Time Hair and Beauty in Caterham. Achieving amazing reviews (and the hairdresser of choice for many of the Move Revolution team) – chat with the team if you would like to find out more!
Perhaps you are craving a country walk to a wonderful pub… The Botley Farm comes highly recommended by the Move Revolution team…
The Botley Hill Farm
This gorgeous pub is situated on the Titsey Estate, which is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Farmhouse is known for breathtaking views as it is at the highest point of the North Downs. There are great walks on the Titsey Estate with a historic house and gardens also St Agatha’s Church in Woldingham with a 750-year-old yew tree. There is a circular walk starting and finishing at Botley Hill Farmhouse.
Feeling tempted to find out more? Love the idea of Urban Chic meets Rural Bliss?
Give Louise Simpson a call on 0330 223 1000 find out more about the stunning new Hilltop Houses & Apartments or send her a message – perfect if you are looking for a unique apartment or stunning town house.
source https://www.moverevolution.com/blog/urban-chic-rural-bliss-whyteleafe-with-louise-simpson/
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Urban Chic & Rural bliss – Whyteleafe with Louise Simpson
We are launching a very select development in Whyteleafe, set back from a sought after road ‘Hilltop’ offers a collection of new apartments (available with ‘Help to Buy’) and two creatively designed houses to maximise the setting – in particular the views. Are you tempted to find out more about living in Whyteleafe, we hope you love our suggestions (and that you give us a call to book a viewing! – be quick they will be snapped up!)
Living in Whyteleafe gives you access to so many amazing places to visit, you are a short distance from stunning rural walks with a country pub, you can jump on the train and be in central London (London Victoria and London Bridge via Whyteleafe and Upper Warlingham) within approximately 30 minutes – for brunch, a day of shopping or a wonderful night out. With the M25 10 minutes drive and Gatwick 30 minutes drive via the A23 / M23 – the rest of the UK and the world are at your fingertips! We hope you enjoy our ideas and suggestions – ready for you to try out when you move to Hilltop (or perhaps you will visit one of these when you book a viewing)
Imagine just hopping on the train and enjoying all that London has to offer… use our ‘insider tips’ to access all the secret things in London that you’ve never heard of before – and become immediately ‘in the know’!
We’ve fallen in love with Secret London – this is a fantastic collection of blogs … which you won’t be able to resist. Whether you are looking for a somewhere quirky to visit, and interesting place for brunch, a fabulous place to shop, or an outstanding experience, make this your go-to place to visit. We hope you love it too!
Secret London
We’ve picked out a few of their current ‘Secret ideas’ to share with you, they sound amazing!
“Mariage Frères, Paris’s famous vintage-style tea emporium, has just opened in Covent Garden – and it’s home to the largest collection of tea in the world. Hidden away inside a beautiful five-storey Georgian townhouse in central London, Mariage Frères boasts an amazing restaurant, retail space, museum and two private event spaces. On the ground floor, you’ll discover a seriously long apothecary-style wall, home to the world’s largest tea collection. There are 1,000 varieties from 36 different countries, and they’re all available to purchase by weight. There are white, yellow, green, blue, black and red teas, as well as fruity teas, vintage teas and unique harvest blends. “ CLICK TO READ MORE
“Nicknamed Bookseller’s Row, Cecil Court is a hidden gem in the heart of central London. Packed with twenty-odd secondhand bookshops and antiquarian booksellers, it truly is a paradise for literature lovers. Just moments away from the hustle and bustle of Leicester Square, you’ll be surprised to stumble across such a peaceful gem. The shop fronts haven’t changed for over a century, so a walk through Cecil Court is like a trip back in time”. CLICK TO READ MORE
“We’ve found some of the best bottomless brunch deals in London for you to dive right into. Bottomless brunch is great because a) it has a fab name b) you can get daytime-sozzed and nobody bats an eyelid. There’s nothing quite like saying ‘bottoms up’ and knowing that you can continue to say it until it becomes ‘bosshomsup’. We’ve included a range of price points, and we kick off with some of the most OTT brunch parties that promise to have you dancing on the tables by early afternoon, before proceeding to more relaxed affairs.” CLICK TO READ MORE
If you are looking to stay closer to home, Mayfield Lavender Farm is a stunning place to visit in the summer time – you only have to look at the photograph to know the aroma will be heavenly! Perfect for an afternoon visit with a cup or tea, or perhaps a special birthday present for a friend.
Mayfield Lavender Farm
“Our 25 acre lavender farm with café and shop is located in Banstead (Woodmansterne), Surrey – approximately 15 miles from Central London. Our farm is a popular visitor attraction throughout summer where you can wander through a sea of beautiful organic lavender. The lavender normally starts to bloom towards the middle to end of June and the peak time is July and August however the weather can influence this so be sure to check our website for information”
“At our farm you can enjoy a delicious, fresh lunch or snack at our relaxed, al fresco café with picnic tables. Whether you fancy a panini, burger or a piece of our gorgeous home-made cake, we have it covered and much more besides! You can also book a lavender cream tea for an extra special touch or enjoy food from the barbecue during July and August. We are licensed to sell a range of alcoholic drinks including our unique lavender cider! Before you leave, don’t forget to visit our shop to buy one of our lavender plants for your garden, or simply treat yourself to our lavender products including toiletries, culinary treats or a beautiful bunch of fresh lavender.”
Looking for something more urban! Look no further than Box Park… the food at Box Park is truly outstanding – and only a hop, skip and a jump away from Whyteleafe – the Move Revolution team love the food from Bao Bao – it comes highly recommended. Box Park isn’t just for food lovers (although we are pretty sure you will be unable to resist the gorgeous food on offer when you visit) it hosts a wide spectrum of amazing events and activities. The Move Revolution team love Fight Klub… if you want to find out more and get a first hand recommendation just call Sam Webb (our Land & New Homes Manager) or Louise Simpson (Area Sales Manager for Whyleafe) who love this event!
Box Park Croydon
“Boxpark is the world’s first pop-up mall – fusing the concepts of the modern street food market and placing local and global brands side by side, to create a unique shopping and dining destination. Opened in 2011, Boxpark established itself in the heart of London’s Shoreditch to demonstrate that it was entirely possible to bring dining and fashion back to the street and provide fertile ground for independent and established retailers to reach a large audience in a big and eye-catching way. Entirely constructed out of refitted shipping containers, Boxpark utilises a unique position in being able to offer affordable and flexible conditions for lifestyle brands, cafes, restaurants and galleries to trade and succeed. It’s a retail revolution that’s spawned many imitators but no equals. Until now.”
Everyman Cinema, Oxted
Looking for a cinema experience ..… longing for a really comfortable cinema chair, brilliant food and a chilled glass of wine – look no further than Everyman Cinema Oxted. Just a short drive from Whyteleafe, or hop on the train to Oxted (9 minutes from Upper Warlingham). Nici Jordan (Our Marketing Director) is a regular visitor with her family – “It makes going to the cinema extra special – we love the comfortable sofas at Oxted cinema – it’s a perfect night out”
Perhaps you are looking for stunning views at the same time as enjoying a game of golf… look no further than Woldingham Golf Club.
Woldingham Golf Club
“Nestled in the serenity of the Halliloo Valley just north of Woldingham, in the heart of the Surrey North Downs, Woldingham Golf Club’s excellent course and facilities have become a popular destination for both golfers and events planners. Designed by American course architect Bradford Benz, the beautiful, rolling course makes the most of the contours of the valley in which it sits and suggests a relaxed game many have yet to experience! A par 71 course in excess of 6,000 yards long from the yellow tees, the course is built on a chalk base, excellent for drainage which, together with the USGA specification greens, allows year round play. Golfers will decide for themselves their favourite holes, but for sheer beauty, the 4th and 7th at the far end of the course, in the bowl of the valley, will take some beating. Surrounded by the course, the Club’s stately neo-classical style clubhouse offers spectacular views across the course and the valley beyond – the view from the first floor event suite, with it’s large ornate stone balcony, truly makes the most of this.”
Or perhaps you enjoy the idea of being pampered! When looking to purchase a new home it’s always important to know if there is a brilliant barber / wonderful hairdresser in the local area.
Time Hair & Beauty
We recommend Time Hair and Beauty in Caterham. Achieving amazing reviews (and the hairdresser of choice for many of the Move Revolution team) – chat with the team if you would like to find out more!
Perhaps you are craving a country walk to a wonderful pub… The Botley Farm comes highly recommended by the Move Revolution team…
The Botley Hill Farm
This gorgeous pub is situated on the Titsey Estate, which is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Farmhouse is known for breathtaking views as it is at the highest point of the North Downs. There are great walks on the Titsey Estate with a historic house and gardens also St Agatha’s Church in Woldingham with a 750-year-old yew tree. There is a circular walk starting and finishing at Botley Hill Farmhouse.
Feeling tempted to find out more? Love the idea of Urban Chic meets Rural Bliss?
Give Louise Simpson a call on 0330 223 1000 find out more about the stunning new Hilltop Houses & Apartments or send her a message – perfect if you are looking for a unique apartment or stunning town house.
from Move Revolution https://www.moverevolution.com/blog/urban-chic-rural-bliss-whyteleafe-with-louise-simpson/
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Urban Chic & Rural bliss – Whyteleafe with Louise Simpson
We are launching a very select development in Whyteleafe, set back from a sought after road ‘Hilltop’ offers a collection of new apartments (available with ‘Help to Buy’) and two creatively designed houses to maximise the setting – in particular the views. Are you tempted to find out more about living in Whyteleafe, we hope you love our suggestions (and that you give us a call to book a viewing! – be quick they will be snapped up!)
Living in Whyteleafe gives you access to so many amazing places to visit, you are a short distance from stunning rural walks with a country pub, you can jump on the train and be in central London (London Victoria and London Bridge via Whyteleafe and Upper Warlingham) within approximately 30 minutes – for brunch, a day of shopping or a wonderful night out. With the M25 10 minutes drive and Gatwick 30 minutes drive via the A23 / M23 – the rest of the UK and the world are at your fingertips! We hope you enjoy our ideas and suggestions – ready for you to try out when you move to Hilltop (or perhaps you will visit one of these when you book a viewing)
Imagine just hopping on the train and enjoying all that London has to offer… use our ‘insider tips’ to access all the secret things in London that you’ve never heard of before – and become immediately ‘in the know’!
We’ve fallen in love with Secret London – this is a fantastic collection of blogs … which you won’t be able to resist. Whether you are looking for a somewhere quirky to visit, and interesting place for brunch, a fabulous place to shop, or an outstanding experience, make this your go-to place to visit. We hope you love it too!
Secret London
We’ve picked out a few of their current ‘Secret ideas’ to share with you, they sound amazing!
“Mariage Frères, Paris’s famous vintage-style tea emporium, has just opened in Covent Garden – and it’s home to the largest collection of tea in the world. Hidden away inside a beautiful five-storey Georgian townhouse in central London, Mariage Frères boasts an amazing restaurant, retail space, museum and two private event spaces. On the ground floor, you’ll discover a seriously long apothecary-style wall, home to the world’s largest tea collection. There are 1,000 varieties from 36 different countries, and they’re all available to purchase by weight. There are white, yellow, green, blue, black and red teas, as well as fruity teas, vintage teas and unique harvest blends. “ CLICK TO READ MORE
“Nicknamed Bookseller’s Row, Cecil Court is a hidden gem in the heart of central London. Packed with twenty-odd secondhand bookshops and antiquarian booksellers, it truly is a paradise for literature lovers. Just moments away from the hustle and bustle of Leicester Square, you’ll be surprised to stumble across such a peaceful gem. The shop fronts haven’t changed for over a century, so a walk through Cecil Court is like a trip back in time”. CLICK TO READ MORE
“We’ve found some of the best bottomless brunch deals in London for you to dive right into. Bottomless brunch is great because a) it has a fab name b) you can get daytime-sozzed and nobody bats an eyelid. There’s nothing quite like saying ‘bottoms up’ and knowing that you can continue to say it until it becomes ‘bosshomsup’. We’ve included a range of price points, and we kick off with some of the most OTT brunch parties that promise to have you dancing on the tables by early afternoon, before proceeding to more relaxed affairs.” CLICK TO READ MORE
If you are looking to stay closer to home, Mayfield Lavender Farm is a stunning place to visit in the summer time – you only have to look at the photograph to know the aroma will be heavenly! Perfect for an afternoon visit with a cup or tea, or perhaps a special birthday present for a friend.
Mayfield Lavender Farm
“Our 25 acre lavender farm with café and shop is located in Banstead (Woodmansterne), Surrey – approximately 15 miles from Central London. Our farm is a popular visitor attraction throughout summer where you can wander through a sea of beautiful organic lavender. The lavender normally starts to bloom towards the middle to end of June and the peak time is July and August however the weather can influence this so be sure to check our website for information”
“At our farm you can enjoy a delicious, fresh lunch or snack at our relaxed, al fresco café with picnic tables. Whether you fancy a panini, burger or a piece of our gorgeous home-made cake, we have it covered and much more besides! You can also book a lavender cream tea for an extra special touch or enjoy food from the barbecue during July and August. We are licensed to sell a range of alcoholic drinks including our unique lavender cider! Before you leave, don’t forget to visit our shop to buy one of our lavender plants for your garden, or simply treat yourself to our lavender products including toiletries, culinary treats or a beautiful bunch of fresh lavender.”
Looking for something more urban! Look no further than Box Park… the food at Box Park is truly outstanding – and only a hop, skip and a jump away from Whyteleafe – the Move Revolution team love the food from Bao Bao – it comes highly recommended. Box Park isn’t just for food lovers (although we are pretty sure you will be unable to resist the gorgeous food on offer when you visit) it hosts a wide spectrum of amazing events and activities. The Move Revolution team love Fight Klub… if you want to find out more and get a first hand recommendation just call Sam Webb (our Land & New Homes Manager) or Louise Simpson (Area Sales Manager for Whyleafe) who love this event!
Box Park Croydon
“Boxpark is the world’s first pop-up mall – fusing the concepts of the modern street food market and placing local and global brands side by side, to create a unique shopping and dining destination. Opened in 2011, Boxpark established itself in the heart of London’s Shoreditch to demonstrate that it was entirely possible to bring dining and fashion back to the street and provide fertile ground for independent and established retailers to reach a large audience in a big and eye-catching way. Entirely constructed out of refitted shipping containers, Boxpark utilises a unique position in being able to offer affordable and flexible conditions for lifestyle brands, cafes, restaurants and galleries to trade and succeed. It’s a retail revolution that’s spawned many imitators but no equals. Until now.”
Everyman Cinema, Oxted
Looking for a cinema experience ..… longing for a really comfortable cinema chair, brilliant food and a chilled glass of wine – look no further than Everyman Cinema Oxted. Just a short drive from Whyteleafe, or hop on the train to Oxted (9 minutes from Upper Warlingham). Nici Jordan (Our Marketing Director) is a regular visitor with her family – “It makes going to the cinema extra special – we love the comfortable sofas at Oxted cinema – it’s a perfect night out”
Perhaps you are looking for stunning views at the same time as enjoying a game of golf… look no further than Woldingham Golf Club.
Woldingham Golf Club
“Nestled in the serenity of the Halliloo Valley just north of Woldingham, in the heart of the Surrey North Downs, Woldingham Golf Club’s excellent course and facilities have become a popular destination for both golfers and events planners. Designed by American course architect Bradford Benz, the beautiful, rolling course makes the most of the contours of the valley in which it sits and suggests a relaxed game many have yet to experience! A par 71 course in excess of 6,000 yards long from the yellow tees, the course is built on a chalk base, excellent for drainage which, together with the USGA specification greens, allows year round play. Golfers will decide for themselves their favourite holes, but for sheer beauty, the 4th and 7th at the far end of the course, in the bowl of the valley, will take some beating. Surrounded by the course, the Club’s stately neo-classical style clubhouse offers spectacular views across the course and the valley beyond – the view from the first floor event suite, with it’s large ornate stone balcony, truly makes the most of this.”
Or perhaps you enjoy the idea of being pampered! When looking to purchase a new home it’s always important to know if there is a brilliant barber / wonderful hairdresser in the local area.
Time Hair & Beauty
We recommend Time Hair and Beauty in Caterham. Achieving amazing reviews (and the hairdresser of choice for many of the Move Revolution team) – chat with the team if you would like to find out more!
Perhaps you are craving a country walk to a wonderful pub… The Botley Farm comes highly recommended by the Move Revolution team…
The Botley Hill Farm
This gorgeous pub is situated on the Titsey Estate, which is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Farmhouse is known for breathtaking views as it is at the highest point of the North Downs. There are great walks on the Titsey Estate with a historic house and gardens also St Agatha’s Church in Woldingham with a 750-year-old yew tree. There is a circular walk starting and finishing at Botley Hill Farmhouse.
Feeling tempted to find out more? Love the idea of Urban Chic meets Rural Bliss?
Give Louise Simpson a call on 0330 223 1000 find out more about the stunning new Hilltop Houses & Apartments or send her a message – perfect if you are looking for a unique apartment or stunning town house.
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Urban Chic & Rural bliss – Whyteleafe with Louise Simpson
We are launching a very select development in Whyteleafe, set back from a sought after road ‘Hilltop’ offers a collection of new apartments (available with ‘Help to Buy’) and two creatively designed houses to maximise the setting – in particular the views. Are you tempted to find out more about living in Whyteleafe, we hope you love our suggestions (and that you give us a call to book a viewing! – be quick they will be snapped up!)
Living in Whyteleafe gives you access to so many amazing places to visit, you are a short distance from stunning rural walks with a country pub, you can jump on the train and be in central London (London Victoria and London Bridge via Whyteleafe and Upper Warlingham) within approximately 30 minutes – for brunch, a day of shopping or a wonderful night out. With the M25 10 minutes drive and Gatwick 30 minutes drive via the A23 / M23 – the rest of the UK and the world are at your fingertips! We hope you enjoy our ideas and suggestions – ready for you to try out when you move to Hilltop (or perhaps you will visit one of these when you book a viewing)
Imagine just hopping on the train and enjoying all that London has to offer… use our ‘insider tips’ to access all the secret things in London that you’ve never heard of before – and become immediately ‘in the know’!
We’ve fallen in love with Secret London – this is a fantastic collection of blogs … which you won’t be able to resist. Whether you are looking for a somewhere quirky to visit, and interesting place for brunch, a fabulous place to shop, or an outstanding experience, make this your go-to place to visit. We hope you love it too!
Secret London
We’ve picked out a few of their current ‘Secret ideas’ to share with you, they sound amazing!
“Mariage Frères, Paris’s famous vintage-style tea emporium, has just opened in Covent Garden – and it’s home to the largest collection of tea in the world. Hidden away inside a beautiful five-storey Georgian townhouse in central London, Mariage Frères boasts an amazing restaurant, retail space, museum and two private event spaces. On the ground floor, you’ll discover a seriously long apothecary-style wall, home to the world’s largest tea collection. There are 1,000 varieties from 36 different countries, and they’re all available to purchase by weight. There are white, yellow, green, blue, black and red teas, as well as fruity teas, vintage teas and unique harvest blends. “ CLICK TO READ MORE
“Nicknamed Bookseller’s Row, Cecil Court is a hidden gem in the heart of central London. Packed with twenty-odd secondhand bookshops and antiquarian booksellers, it truly is a paradise for literature lovers. Just moments away from the hustle and bustle of Leicester Square, you’ll be surprised to stumble across such a peaceful gem. The shop fronts haven’t changed for over a century, so a walk through Cecil Court is like a trip back in time”. CLICK TO READ MORE
“We’ve found some of the best bottomless brunch deals in London for you to dive right into. Bottomless brunch is great because a) it has a fab name b) you can get daytime-sozzed and nobody bats an eyelid. There’s nothing quite like saying ‘bottoms up’ and knowing that you can continue to say it until it becomes ‘bosshomsup’. We’ve included a range of price points, and we kick off with some of the most OTT brunch parties that promise to have you dancing on the tables by early afternoon, before proceeding to more relaxed affairs.” CLICK TO READ MORE
If you are looking to stay closer to home, Mayfield Lavender Farm is a stunning place to visit in the summer time – you only have to look at the photograph to know the aroma will be heavenly! Perfect for an afternoon visit with a cup or tea, or perhaps a special birthday present for a friend.
Mayfield Lavender Farm
“Our 25 acre lavender farm with café and shop is located in Banstead (Woodmansterne), Surrey – approximately 15 miles from Central London. Our farm is a popular visitor attraction throughout summer where you can wander through a sea of beautiful organic lavender. The lavender normally starts to bloom towards the middle to end of June and the peak time is July and August however the weather can influence this so be sure to check our website for information”
“At our farm you can enjoy a delicious, fresh lunch or snack at our relaxed, al fresco café with picnic tables. Whether you fancy a panini, burger or a piece of our gorgeous home-made cake, we have it covered and much more besides! You can also book a lavender cream tea for an extra special touch or enjoy food from the barbecue during July and August. We are licensed to sell a range of alcoholic drinks including our unique lavender cider! Before you leave, don’t forget to visit our shop to buy one of our lavender plants for your garden, or simply treat yourself to our lavender products including toiletries, culinary treats or a beautiful bunch of fresh lavender.”
Looking for something more urban! Look no further than Box Park… the food at Box Park is truly outstanding – and only a hop, skip and a jump away from Whyteleafe – the Move Revolution team love the food from Bao Bao – it comes highly recommended. Box Park isn’t just for food lovers (although we are pretty sure you will be unable to resist the gorgeous food on offer when you visit) it hosts a wide spectrum of amazing events and activities. The Move Revolution team love Fight Klub… if you want to find out more and get a first hand recommendation just call Sam Webb (our Land & New Homes Manager) or Louise Simpson (Area Sales Manager for Whyleafe) who love this event!
Box Park Croydon
“Boxpark is the world’s first pop-up mall – fusing the concepts of the modern street food market and placing local and global brands side by side, to create a unique shopping and dining destination. Opened in 2011, Boxpark established itself in the heart of London’s Shoreditch to demonstrate that it was entirely possible to bring dining and fashion back to the street and provide fertile ground for independent and established retailers to reach a large audience in a big and eye-catching way. Entirely constructed out of refitted shipping containers, Boxpark utilises a unique position in being able to offer affordable and flexible conditions for lifestyle brands, cafes, restaurants and galleries to trade and succeed. It’s a retail revolution that’s spawned many imitators but no equals. Until now.”
Everyman Cinema, Oxted
Looking for a cinema experience ..… longing for a really comfortable cinema chair, brilliant food and a chilled glass of wine – look no further than Everyman Cinema Oxted. Just a short drive from Whyteleafe, or hop on the train to Oxted (9 minutes from Upper Warlingham). Nici Jordan (Our Marketing Director) is a regular visitor with her family – “It makes going to the cinema extra special – we love the comfortable sofas at Oxted cinema – it’s a perfect night out”
Perhaps you are looking for stunning views at the same time as enjoying a game of golf… look no further than Woldingham Golf Club.
Woldingham Golf Club
“Nestled in the serenity of the Halliloo Valley just north of Woldingham, in the heart of the Surrey North Downs, Woldingham Golf Club’s excellent course and facilities have become a popular destination for both golfers and events planners. Designed by American course architect Bradford Benz, the beautiful, rolling course makes the most of the contours of the valley in which it sits and suggests a relaxed game many have yet to experience! A par 71 course in excess of 6,000 yards long from the yellow tees, the course is built on a chalk base, excellent for drainage which, together with the USGA specification greens, allows year round play. Golfers will decide for themselves their favourite holes, but for sheer beauty, the 4th and 7th at the far end of the course, in the bowl of the valley, will take some beating. Surrounded by the course, the Club’s stately neo-classical style clubhouse offers spectacular views across the course and the valley beyond – the view from the first floor event suite, with it’s large ornate stone balcony, truly makes the most of this.”
Or perhaps you enjoy the idea of being pampered! When looking to purchase a new home it’s always important to know if there is a brilliant barber / wonderful hairdresser in the local area.
Time Hair & Beauty
We recommend Time Hair and Beauty in Caterham. Achieving amazing reviews (and the hairdresser of choice for many of the Move Revolution team) – chat with the team if you would like to find out more!
Perhaps you are craving a country walk to a wonderful pub… The Botley Farm comes highly recommended by the Move Revolution team…
The Botley Hill Farm
This gorgeous pub is situated on the Titsey Estate, which is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Farmhouse is known for breathtaking views as it is at the highest point of the North Downs. There are great walks on the Titsey Estate with a historic house and gardens also St Agatha’s Church in Woldingham with a 750-year-old yew tree. There is a circular walk starting and finishing at Botley Hill Farmhouse.
Feeling tempted to find out more? Love the idea of Urban Chic meets Rural Bliss?
Give Louise Simpson a call on 0330 223 1000 find out more about the stunning new Hilltop Houses & Apartments or send her a message – perfect if you are looking for a unique apartment or stunning town house.
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Say hello to Damian Bligh!
Say hello to Damian Bligh, Sales Manager at Move Revolution.
Damian has been part of the Move Revolution team for the past four years at our head office (covering Reigate to Oxted, Warlingham to Horley) – if you have moved in this area you will definitely have spoken to, or met Damian! We write these blogs so that you can get to know more about our team; who they are, how they work and what they love. When starting to right this blog it is so easy to say Damian is ‘unbelievable lovely’, ‘a really kind and thoughtful person’ combined with being ‘incredibly diligent and an expert in this area’. However, this really doesn’t cut through how much Damian really cares about his work – and also what a great laugh he is as part of the head office team.
Don’t just take it from us… these are a few phrases written by our clients in their independent reviews about Damian, so you can get a clearer, unbiased picture!
“Damian is tenacious, incredibly knowledgeable and reliable. He went that extra mile. His advice was sound, well researched and delivered the results”
“Damian is truly exceptional at what he does”
“Damian is incredibly helpful”
“Damian is extremely pro-active and helpful”
“Damian is professional, personable, knowledgeable, honest, has integrity, non-pushy, yes I am describing an estate agent…. Damian’s a rare breed”
“Damian is polite, professional and prompt.”
“Damian is friendly, empathetic and understanding”
Have you fallen in love with Damian? (If we could insert an emoji into the blog it would be the one with the wink!) We should point out Damian is very happily married, for those of you who love these qualities in a man (!!)…. However, if you are thinking of moving, then just give our head office a call on 01737 888220.
Joking aside (as this blog was being written, the above paragraph was read out loud in the office, Damian laughed, saying that his wife would find this very funny!) Damian is a true professional and a joy to work with; alongside the whole Head office team, headed up by Louise Simpson, they are truly brilliant at what they do. If you are thinking of moving in the Reigate, Redhill, Caterham, Warlingham, Oxted, Horley area you would be sincerely missing out if you didn’t give the team a call – with their expert knowledge, the right price and all the qualities listed above you will be moving into your next home very quickly! (Call 01737 888220 and book a valuation today!)
Part of getting to know our team is learning a bit about what they love getting up to when they are not at work, as well as finding out what they love at work!
How did you end up living in Oxted and working at Move Revolution?
We decided to move to Oxted, due to a number of factors. We were living in West London and both worked up in town, so it was important to live in a location that provided good links to London Bridge and Victoria. We had friends that lived in Westerham and came across Oxted from visiting them and liked that it had a Waitrose, numerous restaurants and boutique shops. In the 5 years we have been in Oxted, there have been a number of changes, like the Everyman cinema changing from one screen to three, plus creating a new much needed bar for the town centre. A couple of nice new restaurants and pubs opening are always welcome. And the Beer festival is getting bigger and better every year!
I had been working in the City as an equity derivatives broker, and was looking for a change in direction (without a commute!) I had previously been involved in outbound sales and recruitment which have similar transferable skills, with a passion for property this led me to estate agency, and in particular Move Revolution, with it’s clear focus on expertise, integrity and professionalism.
What are the three most favourite houses you have ever sold?
Tandridge Priory – This has to be top of the list! Tandridge Priory is a beautiful historic building set in 24 acres of land and in my hometown of Oxted. The potential for this property is very exciting and I can see the new owners creating a stunning home.
Clavadel – This is an Arts & Crafts property (‘think’ parquet flooring, bay windows with intricate design, inspired by the ideas of architect Augustus Pugin, write John Ruskin and designer William Morris) Clavadel is a stunning family home.
Hartswood Manor – Wing of an Elizabethan Manor House in Reigate with wood panelling throughout and one of the oldest staircases in the county – I love the traditional features and uniqueness of this home.
What do you love doing (when you’ve not at work)?
I love being with Bumble! (Those of you who know me will know I have a one-year-old gorgeous little girl called Bea, hence the name nickname Bumble) Bumble, as you can imagine, takes up most of my time outside of work – we love going out to the park as a family – I especially love seeing Bumble laugh when she is being pushed on the swing!
My other ‘love’ couldn’t be more different than being the Dad of a one-year-old girl. I really enjoy mixing house and techno, I’m a secret DJ who loves music and, I know you will laugh, this helps me feel younger and cooler than I am!! (Especially when I have only had a few hours sleep with a little one in the house!) If you love this type of music make sure you chat to me about this when we meet up!
How do you relax?
The addition of the Everyman cinema in Oxted has been fantastic. My wife, Claire, and I, love going to the cinema. It is a short stroll from our home in Oxted, which makes it really easy for a night out. Our favourite restaurant has to be the Thai Pad… add this to a brilliant film at Everyman, and that is the perfect way to relax at the end of a busy week.
What is your favourite day out?
I’ve realised that both my perfect days out involve alcohol! My perfect day out would either be Oxted Beer Festival – which has grown and grown over the past few years, a fantastic local event, everyone has such a great time, brilliant beer (obviously), great food and music. My real favourite though, would be to head up to West London where we used to live for a long boozy lunch at the great restaurants and bars around Portobello Road! (We can hop on the train in Oxted and be up in town 30 minutes later!)
What is your favourite walk?
Given its Autumn time, it would have to be Sheffield Park and Gardens – an amazing National Trust garden. At this time of year the trees look amazing – I can highly recommend a visit with family and friends.
What are your favourite apps?(Damian is known as being gadget and app crazy, we couldn’t resist asking him for his recommendations!)
MoneyBox – A financial app that rounds up your everyday purchases like buying a coffee at £2.50, then rounds up to £3 and takes the extra 50p and invests it in to an ISA.
Curve Card – A single debit card that you can load every debit and credit card that you have, and then select which one to use via the app. Great to save space in your wallet!
Dark Sky – Coming in to the winter months this is a brilliant weather app, as it will send you a notification when it is about to rain and then stop again. Gets it spot on every time!
Stocard – Lets you store every loyalty card you have and allows you to scan the barcodes at the till via the app.
What advice would you give anyone thinking of selling their home?
Now is a great time to sell, as there are a lot of buyers out there looking for properties, but not enough stock to facilitate their needs. Using the correct strategy in a more challenging market such as this, is key, and we have successfully advised our clients what approach would work best in order to find them the right buyer and best price. I think this recent review sums up exactly how we work (big thank you to our client Bethan for this amazing review)
“We got 4 different companies to come give a valuation and Damian provided the most detailed comparison work, plus the most informed advice on the current local sales situation. Communication was excellent. Our house sold in a matter of days, and we laughed, as the ‘for sale’ board wasn’t even up. Compared to the agents we have used when viewing properties to buy, Move Revolution is in a different league, it’s slick. I’ve been verbally recommending them to anyone who will listen” Bethan F, Reigate
If you are thinking of selling your home please give us call on 0330 223 1000, as you have read we are 100% focused on selling your house for the best possible price, and moving you as quickly as possible into your dream home. Book a valuation today!
source of this post came from Alexis Bush Blog https://www.moverevolution.com/blog/say-hello-damian-bligh/
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This week's best house for under £500k on sale in Surrey
The three-bedroom house near Oxted has parking for two cars, a garage and a lovely garden
from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/property-news/weeks-best-house-under-500k-15114225
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This week's best house for under £500k on sale in Surrey
The three-bedroom house near Oxted has parking for two cars, a garage and a lovely garden
from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/property-news/weeks-best-house-under-500k-15114225
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donnaprior published Incredible Oxted house has beautifully landscaped grounds...
Outdoor space is near the top of many house hunters' tick list, but why have one relaxing spot alfresco when you can have several? A detached house on sale at the moment in Oxted seems to be shaped around the name of the road it sits in – Wilderness Road – because everywhere you turn in the beautifully landscaped gardens, there is a stunning little oasis where you will feel a million miles away from the rest of the world. The five-bedroom Edwardian family home has around...
from Surrey Mirror All Content Feed http://www.surreymirror.co.uk/beautiful-5-bedroom-home-on-sale-in-oxted-for-1-750-000/story-30354102-detail/story.html
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donnaprior published Incredible Oxted house has beautifully landscaped grounds...
Outdoor space is near the top of many house hunters' tick list, but why have one relaxing spot alfresco when you can have several? A detached house on sale at the moment in Oxted seems to be shaped around the name of the road it sits in – Wilderness Road – because everywhere you turn in the beautifully landscaped gardens, there is a stunning little oasis where you will feel a million miles away from the rest of the world. The five-bedroom Edwardian family home has around...
from Surrey Mirror All Content Feed http://www.surreymirror.co.uk/beautiful-5-bedroom-home-on-sale-in-oxted-for-1-750-000/story-30354102-detail/story.html
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Growing Green by Holly Short
Growing Green is a more gentle, wise and holistic approach to gardening; ensuring our gardens fit into our natural eco system and play a beneficial role. In a nutshell this means using organic, natural and sustainable solutions, encouraging wildlife and reducing our carbon footprint. Here are the main things to consider:
There is no need to use chemicals in your garden. Nature gifts us everything we need. Read on to find out more about practical ways to use organic, natural solutions.
Use sustainable sources. One of the biggest issues in the gardening world is the use of peat in compost. Peatlands support an array of rare and unusual plants, insects and birds. They also store 25% of the global soil carbon and when peat is removed or dries, carbon is released. Gardening peat free helps minimises our impact on climate change and protects peatland biodiversity. Legislation is going through to ban the use of peat in compost but whilst that is happening you can vote with your wallet and buy peat free compost. Why not install a water butt? Your plants will prefer rainwater and saving water is always a good thing. Recycle and reuse – plant in yoghurt pots, take away cartons – think how you can repurpose items for your garden.
Encourage wildlife in your garden. Plant flowers that will provide bees and butterflies with food in the form of pollen. You can start as early as February with Hyacinths and Crocus. Have a read of our article – Bee Friendly. Bug hotels encourage insects and a pond can create a whole new eco system in your garden – including frogs – who eat slugs. Support the birds with food and nesting boxes, they will also eat garden pests. There are so many things you can do to encourage wildlife in your garden – I will write an article about it soon – in the meantime Ecosia it for more information (https://www.ecosia.org), Ecosia plant trees with their profits.
Consider your carbon footprint. This can be as simple as growing food in your garden – plant to plate versus plant to plane to distribution centre to supermarket is a no brainer. Coir based compost is better than peat based, coir plant pots are better than plastic – but coir is a coconut byproduct. We don’t grow coconuts in the UK – so they have to be flown in – so whilst you’ve ticked the sustainable and non-plastic box – your carbon footprint is blown.
Growing green takes a little effort but harnessing the forces of nature to protect the environment and produce stunning plants is incredibly satisfying and becomes a habit.Once you’ve started you will never consider a chemical, non-sustainable option.All it takes is a little effort and thought.
How do you apply it in practice?
Soil
Let’s start at the basics – the soil. Good soil is key to growing wonderful plants. Sometimes they may need extra help, in the form of feeding, fertilising, particularly when fruiting and flowering. There are lots of chemical solutions on the market.They work, in the short term, but they do absolutely nothing to sustain the beings in the soil that naturally fertilise it and can cause damage to natural, beneficial microbial organisms.
Start a compost heap.Don’t throw your garden and kitchen waste (avoid citrus & meat) away.Chuck it on your compost heap.This will create wonderful compost that you can use on your garden to fertilise the soil.Compost bins will speed up the process – many councils encourage this form of recycling and offer discounts on compost bins. You could build one or just have a heap in a hidden spot of the garden. If you don’t have the space for a compost heap and have to buy it, make sure it’s peat free.
Create liquid fertiliser. There are many ways to this and it will really make a difference to your plants. We have seen tremendous results this year using Comfrey and Nettle tea. Here are some easy ideas:
Wait until the water from cooking your veggies, eggs or pasta has cooled and pour it over your plants; full of nitrogen, calcium and phosphorus – your plants will love it.
Collect nettlesand create nettle tea. It is said that you can grab a nettle in a certain way without being stung.We have tried this, with painful results, and most certainly say wear long gloves.Young nettles are best.
There are other forms of “tea” you can make – compost, Borage, Comfrey – have a scoot round the internet to discover the wonderful natural fertilising teas you can make. This is a fabulous article to read written by Matt Peskett, on his Grow Like Grandad page. Have a look at his page, there are lots of wonderful articles. Matt lives just down the road in Dorking.
Pests
So now we have naturally created the best environment for our plants, onto address the big caterpillar in the room. There is an army of creatures, natural beings, patrolling our gardens that are quite capable of undoing our hard work.Naughty nibblers that create holes in our leaves, decimate our seedlings and overwhelm our plants.Those beautiful white butterflies that flit around your flowers will lay eggs that turn into hungry, leaf munching caterpillars; slugs will leave a slime of destruction behind them and aphids will sneakily invade the underside of your leaves, slowly eating and taking over your plant.
Whilst it’s hard, as of course these creatures turn into the enemy in our heads, we must remember that they are all part of our eco system and serve a purpose in nature and our gardens.A bottle of chemical insect repellent/destroyer will solve your problem – but what problems does it create for nature?Slugs that have gobbled up chemical pellets will poison birds and hedgehogs that eat them, the chemicals can leach into your veggies – it’s just not good for your garden or our environment.So what can you do?
Trust nature. Nature has its own answer to ensure that plants survive. One minute you will be watching your plants being munched by a set of insects then the next minute nature will send in a new insect that will eat the first set! For example, Hoverfly and Ladybird larvae for example will eat aphids. Sometimes it’s hard to watch your plants dissolve before your eyes so there are some other solutions you can use.
Slugs – garden Velociraptors with on average 27,000 teeth!Their Achilles heel is that they hate onions and garlic.In my garden I have a whole area dedicated to Alliums (from the onion & garlic family).Unlike the rest of my garden – I never spy a slug in there.So one solution is to dot Alliums or other onion/garlic related plants around your garden.Another is to make a simple garlic wash.Start applying this from February – straight into the soil. The slugs start laying their eggs from mid February. According to Newcastle University studies, the garlic wash will destroy the eggs.
Blitz 1 bulb of garlic, boil in 1 pint of water for 3-4 minutes, strain & make back up to 1 pint.When you’re ready to use, dilute 2 tablespoons to 5 litres of water & sprinkle on leaves (or soil from mid February).Repeat every 2 weeks or after it rains.You can freeze the original mix or just leave in your fridge – it doesn’t matter if you wouldn’t eat it – it will still put the slugs off.It’s not fool proof but it really helps.
You can also put a rough mulch, egg shells or grit around your plants to put slugs off – they understandably hate a rough surface. Copper tape around pots is also said to work.
Companion plantingis a wonderful and pretty way to stop insects attacking your beloved plants.You can use them in different ways.Some plants emit a scent that will disguise your master plant and some plants even “sacrifice” themselves for your master plant.Companion planting can also be used for fertilising their nearby friends – look for nitrogen releasing plants such as Beans and Lupins.Books have been written about companion planting and it is really worth researching these, here are two of my favourites.
Marigolds– these colourful and easy to grow plants secrete a substance that keeps harmful nematodes like eel worms away.They also release a fungus that magically exchanges nutrients with their host plants for their mutual health and growth.Their scent deters lots of naughty nibblers such as white fly, tomato moth and cabbage white butterflies whilst at the same time attracting insects such as hoverflies whose larvae eat aphids.You can even make, you guessed it, Marigold tea to spray onto your plants!Plant them by potatoes, tomatoes, cucumber, aubergines, peppers and chillies.
Nasturtiums – these pretty, edible, easy to grow plants attract aphids which will attack them ahead of any other plants.Butterflies will lay eggs under their leaves that the caterpillars will feed on.Plant them by tomatoes, cabbages, cucumbers, squashes and fruit trees.
Spray Away.First try just spraying away with water. You can get rid of a lot of aphids with a squirt of water and the ladybirds, spiders and other garden cleaners will come in and do the rest of the work for you. If you do get a really bad insect invasion problem, we would recommend using a Neem oil spray, 1tsp Neem oil to 1ltr water.This will repel insects but does also kill the ones on your plant – up to you.It will not harm any creatures that then eat the insects. We try to use it as a repellent together with companion planting but will use it to kill insects if they are destroying one of our precious plants.It’s a personal decision.Neem oil is also great at getting rid of fungus, mildew and rust spots. If you haven’t got Neem oil to hand, just mix 1tsp of your (eco-friendly) washing up liquid with a litre of water and spray away.
Cats.Not an insect but we get a lot of questions about cats, we do not need or want to explain why these can be a pest.Avoid Nepeta – Cat Mint if cats are a problem – they love it.Mulching your beds with pine cones can also deter them.
These are just a few ways of how you can Grow Green. Take your growing to the next level with a longer term, more organic, natural and sustainable approach – become a positive part of the ecosystem and make it a lifetime habit.
If you. have any questions or suggestions – let us know email [email protected]
Harness the power of nature to Grow Green!
Holly Short from Grow Smiles
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Say hello to Damian Bligh!
Say hello to Damian Bligh, Sales Manager at Move Revolution.
Damian has been part of the Move Revolution team for the past four years at our head office (covering Reigate to Oxted, Warlingham to Horley) – if you have moved in this area you will definitely have spoken to, or met Damian! We write these blogs so that you can get to know more about our team; who they are, how they work and what they love. When starting to right this blog it is so easy to say Damian is ‘unbelievable lovely’, ‘a really kind and thoughtful person’ combined with being ‘incredibly diligent and an expert in this area’. However, this really doesn’t cut through how much Damian really cares about his work – and also what a great laugh he is as part of the head office team.
Don’t just take it from us… these are a few phrases written by our clients in their independent reviews about Damian, so you can get a clearer, unbiased picture!
“Damian is tenacious, incredibly knowledgeable and reliable. He went that extra mile. His advice was sound, well researched and delivered the results”
“Damian is truly exceptional at what he does”
“Damian is incredibly helpful”
“Damian is extremely pro-active and helpful”
“Damian is professional, personable, knowledgeable, honest, has integrity, non-pushy, yes I am describing an estate agent…. Damian’s a rare breed”
“Damian is polite, professional and prompt.”
“Damian is friendly, empathetic and understanding”
Have you fallen in love with Damian? (If we could insert an emoji into the blog it would be the one with the wink!) We should point out Damian is very happily married, for those of you who love these qualities in a man (!!)…. However, if you are thinking of moving, then just give our head office a call on 01737 888220.
Joking aside (as this blog was being written, the above paragraph was read out loud in the office, Damian laughed, saying that his wife would find this very funny!) Damian is a true professional and a joy to work with; alongside the whole Head office team, headed up by Louise Simpson, they are truly brilliant at what they do. If you are thinking of moving in the Reigate, Redhill, Caterham, Warlingham, Oxted, Horley area you would be sincerely missing out if you didn’t give the team a call – with their expert knowledge, the right price and all the qualities listed above you will be moving into your next home very quickly! (Call 01737 888220 and book a valuation today!)
Part of getting to know our team is learning a bit about what they love getting up to when they are not at work, as well as finding out what they love at work!
How did you end up living in Oxted and working at Move Revolution?
We decided to move to Oxted, due to a number of factors. We were living in West London and both worked up in town, so it was important to live in a location that provided good links to London Bridge and Victoria. We had friends that lived in Westerham and came across Oxted from visiting them and liked that it had a Waitrose, numerous restaurants and boutique shops. In the 5 years we have been in Oxted, there have been a number of changes, like the Everyman cinema changing from one screen to three, plus creating a new much needed bar for the town centre. A couple of nice new restaurants and pubs opening are always welcome. And the Beer festival is getting bigger and better every year!
I had been working in the City as an equity derivatives broker, and was looking for a change in direction (without a commute!) I had previously been involved in outbound sales and recruitment which have similar transferable skills, with a passion for property this led me to estate agency, and in particular Move Revolution, with it’s clear focus on expertise, integrity and professionalism.
What are the three most favourite houses you have ever sold?
Tandridge Priory – This has to be top of the list! Tandridge Priory is a beautiful historic building set in 24 acres of land and in my hometown of Oxted. The potential for this property is very exciting and I can see the new owners creating a stunning home.
Clavadel – This is an Arts & Crafts property (‘think’ parquet flooring, bay windows with intricate design, inspired by the ideas of architect Augustus Pugin, write John Ruskin and designer William Morris) Clavadel is a stunning family home.
Hartswood Manor – Wing of an Elizabethan Manor House in Reigate with wood panelling throughout and one of the oldest staircases in the county – I love the traditional features and uniqueness of this home.
What do you love doing (when you’ve not at work)?
I love being with Bumble! (Those of you who know me will know I have a one-year-old gorgeous little girl called Bea, hence the name nickname Bumble) Bumble, as you can imagine, takes up most of my time outside of work – we love going out to the park as a family – I especially love seeing Bumble laugh when she is being pushed on the swing!
My other ‘love’ couldn’t be more different than being the Dad of a one-year-old girl. I really enjoy mixing house and techno, I’m a secret DJ who loves music and, I know you will laugh, this helps me feel younger and cooler than I am!! (Especially when I have only had a few hours sleep with a little one in the house!) If you love this type of music make sure you chat to me about this when we meet up!
How do you relax?
The addition of the Everyman cinema in Oxted has been fantastic. My wife, Claire, and I, love going to the cinema. It is a short stroll from our home in Oxted, which makes it really easy for a night out. Our favourite restaurant has to be the Thai Pad… add this to a brilliant film at Everyman, and that is the perfect way to relax at the end of a busy week.
What is your favourite day out?
I’ve realised that both my perfect days out involve alcohol! My perfect day out would either be Oxted Beer Festival – which has grown and grown over the past few years, a fantastic local event, everyone has such a great time, brilliant beer (obviously), great food and music. My real favourite though, would be to head up to West London where we used to live for a long boozy lunch at the great restaurants and bars around Portobello Road! (We can hop on the train in Oxted and be up in town 30 minutes later!)
What is your favourite walk?
Given its Autumn time, it would have to be Sheffield Park and Gardens – an amazing National Trust garden. At this time of year the trees look amazing – I can highly recommend a visit with family and friends.
What are your favourite apps?(Damian is known as being gadget and app crazy, we couldn’t resist asking him for his recommendations!)
MoneyBox – A financial app that rounds up your everyday purchases like buying a coffee at £2.50, then rounds up to £3 and takes the extra 50p and invests it in to an ISA.
Curve Card – A single debit card that you can load every debit and credit card that you have, and then select which one to use via the app. Great to save space in your wallet!
Dark Sky – Coming in to the winter months this is a brilliant weather app, as it will send you a notification when it is about to rain and then stop again. Gets it spot on every time!
Stocard – Lets you store every loyalty card you have and allows you to scan the barcodes at the till via the app.
What advice would you give anyone thinking of selling their home?
Now is a great time to sell, as there are a lot of buyers out there looking for properties, but not enough stock to facilitate their needs. Using the correct strategy in a more challenging market such as this, is key, and we have successfully advised our clients what approach would work best in order to find them the right buyer and best price. I think this recent review sums up exactly how we work (big thank you to our client Bethan for this amazing review)
“We got 4 different companies to come give a valuation and Damian provided the most detailed comparison work, plus the most informed advice on the current local sales situation. Communication was excellent. Our house sold in a matter of days, and we laughed, as the ‘for sale’ board wasn’t even up. Compared to the agents we have used when viewing properties to buy, Move Revolution is in a different league, it’s slick. I’ve been verbally recommending them to anyone who will listen” Bethan F, Reigate
If you are thinking of selling your home please give us call on 0330 223 1000, as you have read we are 100% focused on selling your house for the best possible price, and moving you as quickly as possible into your dream home. Book a valuation today!
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Say hello to Damian Bligh!
Say hello to Damian Bligh, Sales Manager at Move Revolution.
Damian has been part of the Move Revolution team for the past four years at our head office (covering Reigate to Oxted, Warlingham to Horley) – if you have moved in this area you will definitely have spoken to, or met Damian! We write these blogs so that you can get to know more about our team; who they are, how they work and what they love. When starting to right this blog it is so easy to say Damian is ‘unbelievable lovely’, ‘a really kind and thoughtful person’ combined with being ‘incredibly diligent and an expert in this area’. However, this really doesn’t cut through how much Damian really cares about his work – and also what a great laugh he is as part of the head office team.
Don’t just take it from us… these are a few phrases written by our clients in their independent reviews about Damian, so you can get a clearer, unbiased picture!
“Damian is tenacious, incredibly knowledgeable and reliable. He went that extra mile. His advice was sound, well researched and delivered the results”
“Damian is truly exceptional at what he does”
“Damian is incredibly helpful”
“Damian is extremely pro-active and helpful”
“Damian is professional, personable, knowledgeable, honest, has integrity, non-pushy, yes I am describing an estate agent…. Damian’s a rare breed”
“Damian is polite, professional and prompt.”
“Damian is friendly, empathetic and understanding”
Have you fallen in love with Damian? (If we could insert an emoji into the blog it would be the one with the wink!) We should point out Damian is very happily married, for those of you who love these qualities in a man (!!)…. However, if you are thinking of moving, then just give our head office a call on 01737 888220.
Joking aside (as this blog was being written, the above paragraph was read out loud in the office, Damian laughed, saying that his wife would find this very funny!) Damian is a true professional and a joy to work with; alongside the whole Head office team, headed up by Louise Simpson, they are truly brilliant at what they do. If you are thinking of moving in the Reigate, Redhill, Caterham, Warlingham, Oxted, Horley area you would be sincerely missing out if you didn’t give the team a call – with their expert knowledge, the right price and all the qualities listed above you will be moving into your next home very quickly! (Call 01737 888220 and book a valuation today!)
Part of getting to know our team is learning a bit about what they love getting up to when they are not at work, as well as finding out what they love at work!
How did you end up living in Oxted and working at Move Revolution?
We decided to move to Oxted, due to a number of factors. We were living in West London and both worked up in town, so it was important to live in a location that provided good links to London Bridge and Victoria. We had friends that lived in Westerham and came across Oxted from visiting them and liked that it had a Waitrose, numerous restaurants and boutique shops. In the 5 years we have been in Oxted, there have been a number of changes, like the Everyman cinema changing from one screen to three, plus creating a new much needed bar for the town centre. A couple of nice new restaurants and pubs opening are always welcome. And the Beer festival is getting bigger and better every year!
I had been working in the City as an equity derivatives broker, and was looking for a change in direction (without a commute!) I had previously been involved in outbound sales and recruitment which have similar transferable skills, with a passion for property this led me to estate agency, and in particular Move Revolution, with it’s clear focus on expertise, integrity and professionalism.
What are the three most favourite houses you have ever sold?
Tandridge Priory – This has to be top of the list! Tandridge Priory is a beautiful historic building set in 24 acres of land and in my hometown of Oxted. The potential for this property is very exciting and I can see the new owners creating a stunning home.
Clavadel – This is an Arts & Crafts property (‘think’ parquet flooring, bay windows with intricate design, inspired by the ideas of architect Augustus Pugin, write John Ruskin and designer William Morris) Clavadel is a stunning family home.
Hartswood Manor – Wing of an Elizabethan Manor House in Reigate with wood panelling throughout and one of the oldest staircases in the county – I love the traditional features and uniqueness of this home.
What do you love doing (when you’ve not at work)?
I love being with Bumble! (Those of you who know me will know I have a one-year-old gorgeous little girl called Bea, hence the name nickname Bumble) Bumble, as you can imagine, takes up most of my time outside of work – we love going out to the park as a family – I especially love seeing Bumble laugh when she is being pushed on the swing!
My other ‘love’ couldn’t be more different than being the Dad of a one-year-old girl. I really enjoy mixing house and techno, I’m a secret DJ who loves music and, I know you will laugh, this helps me feel younger and cooler than I am!! (Especially when I have only had a few hours sleep with a little one in the house!) If you love this type of music make sure you chat to me about this when we meet up!
How do you relax?
The addition of the Everyman cinema in Oxted has been fantastic. My wife, Claire, and I, love going to the cinema. It is a short stroll from our home in Oxted, which makes it really easy for a night out. Our favourite restaurant has to be the Thai Pad… add this to a brilliant film at Everyman, and that is the perfect way to relax at the end of a busy week.
What is your favourite day out?
I’ve realised that both my perfect days out involve alcohol! My perfect day out would either be Oxted Beer Festival – which has grown and grown over the past few years, a fantastic local event, everyone has such a great time, brilliant beer (obviously), great food and music. My real favourite though, would be to head up to West London where we used to live for a long boozy lunch at the great restaurants and bars around Portobello Road! (We can hop on the train in Oxted and be up in town 30 minutes later!)
What is your favourite walk?
Given its Autumn time, it would have to be Sheffield Park and Gardens – an amazing National Trust garden. At this time of year the trees look amazing – I can highly recommend a visit with family and friends.
What are your favourite apps?(Damian is known as being gadget and app crazy, we couldn’t resist asking him for his recommendations!)
MoneyBox – A financial app that rounds up your everyday purchases like buying a coffee at £2.50, then rounds up to £3 and takes the extra 50p and invests it in to an ISA.
Curve Card – A single debit card that you can load every debit and credit card that you have, and then select which one to use via the app. Great to save space in your wallet!
Dark Sky – Coming in to the winter months this is a brilliant weather app, as it will send you a notification when it is about to rain and then stop again. Gets it spot on every time!
Stocard – Lets you store every loyalty card you have and allows you to scan the barcodes at the till via the app.
What advice would you give anyone thinking of selling their home?
Now is a great time to sell, as there are a lot of buyers out there looking for properties, but not enough stock to facilitate their needs. Using the correct strategy in a more challenging market such as this, is key, and we have successfully advised our clients what approach would work best in order to find them the right buyer and best price. I think this recent review sums up exactly how we work (big thank you to our client Bethan for this amazing review)
“We got 4 different companies to come give a valuation and Damian provided the most detailed comparison work, plus the most informed advice on the current local sales situation. Communication was excellent. Our house sold in a matter of days, and we laughed, as the ‘for sale’ board wasn’t even up. Compared to the agents we have used when viewing properties to buy, Move Revolution is in a different league, it’s slick. I’ve been verbally recommending them to anyone who will listen” Bethan F, Reigate
If you are thinking of selling your home please give us call on 0330 223 1000, as you have read we are 100% focused on selling your house for the best possible price, and moving you as quickly as possible into your dream home. Book a valuation today!
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Say hello to Damian Bligh!
Say hello to Damian Bligh, Sales Manager at Move Revolution.
Damian has been part of the Move Revolution team for the past four years at our head office (covering Reigate to Oxted, Warlingham to Horley) – if you have moved in this area you will definitely have spoken to, or met Damian! We write these blogs so that you can get to know more about our team; who they are, how they work and what they love. When starting to right this blog it is so easy to say Damian is ‘unbelievable lovely’, ‘a really kind and thoughtful person’ combined with being ‘incredibly diligent and an expert in this area’. However, this really doesn’t cut through how much Damian really cares about his work – and also what a great laugh he is as part of the head office team.
Don’t just take it from us… these are a few phrases written by our clients in their independent reviews about Damian, so you can get a clearer, unbiased picture!
“Damian is tenacious, incredibly knowledgeable and reliable. He went that extra mile. His advice was sound, well researched and delivered the results”
“Damian is truly exceptional at what he does”
“Damian is incredibly helpful”
“Damian is extremely pro-active and helpful”
“Damian is professional, personable, knowledgeable, honest, has integrity, non-pushy, yes I am describing an estate agent…. Damian’s a rare breed”
“Damian is polite, professional and prompt.”
“Damian is friendly, empathetic and understanding”
Have you fallen in love with Damian? (If we could insert an emoji into the blog it would be the one with the wink!) We should point out Damian is very happily married, for those of you who love these qualities in a man (!!)…. However, if you are thinking of moving, then just give our head office a call on 01737 888220.
Joking aside (as this blog was being written, the above paragraph was read out loud in the office, Damian laughed, saying that his wife would find this very funny!) Damian is a true professional and a joy to work with; alongside the whole Head office team, headed up by Louise Simpson, they are truly brilliant at what they do. If you are thinking of moving in the Reigate, Redhill, Caterham, Warlingham, Oxted, Horley area you would be sincerely missing out if you didn’t give the team a call – with their expert knowledge, the right price and all the qualities listed above you will be moving into your next home very quickly! (Call 01737 888220 and book a valuation today!)
Part of getting to know our team is learning a bit about what they love getting up to when they are not at work, as well as finding out what they love at work!
How did you end up living in Oxted and working at Move Revolution?
We decided to move to Oxted, due to a number of factors. We were living in West London and both worked up in town, so it was important to live in a location that provided good links to London Bridge and Victoria. We had friends that lived in Westerham and came across Oxted from visiting them and liked that it had a Waitrose, numerous restaurants and boutique shops. In the 5 years we have been in Oxted, there have been a number of changes, like the Everyman cinema changing from one screen to three, plus creating a new much needed bar for the town centre. A couple of nice new restaurants and pubs opening are always welcome. And the Beer festival is getting bigger and better every year!
I had been working in the City as an equity derivatives broker, and was looking for a change in direction (without a commute!) I had previously been involved in outbound sales and recruitment which have similar transferable skills, with a passion for property this led me to estate agency, and in particular Move Revolution, with it’s clear focus on expertise, integrity and professionalism.
What are the three most favourite houses you have ever sold?
Tandridge Priory – This has to be top of the list! Tandridge Priory is a beautiful historic building set in 24 acres of land and in my hometown of Oxted. The potential for this property is very exciting and I can see the new owners creating a stunning home.
Clavadel – This is an Arts & Crafts property (‘think’ parquet flooring, bay windows with intricate design, inspired by the ideas of architect Augustus Pugin, write John Ruskin and designer William Morris) Clavadel is a stunning family home.
Hartswood Manor – Wing of an Elizabethan Manor House in Reigate with wood panelling throughout and one of the oldest staircases in the county – I love the traditional features and uniqueness of this home.
What do you love doing (when you’ve not at work)?
I love being with Bumble! (Those of you who know me will know I have a one-year-old gorgeous little girl called Bea, hence the name nickname Bumble) Bumble, as you can imagine, takes up most of my time outside of work – we love going out to the park as a family – I especially love seeing Bumble laugh when she is being pushed on the swing!
My other ‘love’ couldn’t be more different than being the Dad of a one-year-old girl. I really enjoy mixing house and techno, I’m a secret DJ who loves music and, I know you will laugh, this helps me feel younger and cooler than I am!! (Especially when I have only had a few hours sleep with a little one in the house!) If you love this type of music make sure you chat to me about this when we meet up!
How do you relax?
The addition of the Everyman cinema in Oxted has been fantastic. My wife, Claire, and I, love going to the cinema. It is a short stroll from our home in Oxted, which makes it really easy for a night out. Our favourite restaurant has to be the Thai Pad… add this to a brilliant film at Everyman, and that is the perfect way to relax at the end of a busy week.
What is your favourite day out?
I’ve realised that both my perfect days out involve alcohol! My perfect day out would either be Oxted Beer Festival – which has grown and grown over the past few years, a fantastic local event, everyone has such a great time, brilliant beer (obviously), great food and music. My real favourite though, would be to head up to West London where we used to live for a long boozy lunch at the great restaurants and bars around Portobello Road! (We can hop on the train in Oxted and be up in town 30 minutes later!)
What is your favourite walk?
Given its Autumn time, it would have to be Sheffield Park and Gardens – an amazing National Trust garden. At this time of year the trees look amazing – I can highly recommend a visit with family and friends.
What are your favourite apps?(Damian is known as being gadget and app crazy, we couldn’t resist asking him for his recommendations!)
MoneyBox – A financial app that rounds up your everyday purchases like buying a coffee at £2.50, then rounds up to £3 and takes the extra 50p and invests it in to an ISA.
Curve Card – A single debit card that you can load every debit and credit card that you have, and then select which one to use via the app. Great to save space in your wallet!
Dark Sky – Coming in to the winter months this is a brilliant weather app, as it will send you a notification when it is about to rain and then stop again. Gets it spot on every time!
Stocard – Lets you store every loyalty card you have and allows you to scan the barcodes at the till via the app.
What advice would you give anyone thinking of selling their home?
Now is a great time to sell, as there are a lot of buyers out there looking for properties, but not enough stock to facilitate their needs. Using the correct strategy in a more challenging market such as this, is key, and we have successfully advised our clients what approach would work best in order to find them the right buyer and best price. I think this recent review sums up exactly how we work (big thank you to our client Bethan for this amazing review)
“We got 4 different companies to come give a valuation and Damian provided the most detailed comparison work, plus the most informed advice on the current local sales situation. Communication was excellent. Our house sold in a matter of days, and we laughed, as the ‘for sale’ board wasn’t even up. Compared to the agents we have used when viewing properties to buy, Move Revolution is in a different league, it’s slick. I’ve been verbally recommending them to anyone who will listen” Bethan F, Reigate
If you are thinking of selling your home please give us call on 0330 223 1000, as you have read we are 100% focused on selling your house for the best possible price, and moving you as quickly as possible into your dream home. Book a valuation today!
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Meet the team: Mark Waldron
Mark has been with Move Revolution for 4 years and recently took over our Sevenoaks region. He’s doing a brilliant job and loves Sevenoaks, Westerham, Biggin Hill and all the local villages…we caught up with him to find out his secrets.
Where did you grow up and how did you get into Estate Agency?
I grew up in Crawley and went to college at Collyer’s in Horsham before heading to university in Canterbury to study Economics. I quickly realised a job based solely in an office environment wasn’t for me and that I needed a bit more variety! With a background in Economics… a ‘head for numbers’, but wanting to be ‘out and about’ and have lots of client contact, I decided to go into estate agency. I was lucky to start my career working for an independent agent in Whitstable, if you’ve ever been to Whitstable you will know it’s a beautiful town on the coast in Kent packed with stunning cottages and a wonderful selection of houses in the local villages – a very picturesque place to work.
Why Move Revolution?
After 12 months of seeing how a ‘traditional agency’ worked I was keen to find a better way of working. I discovered the estate agent Move Revolution, met with a few members of the Move Revolution team and realised that their way of working was forward thinking model. My eyes were opened, particularly with regards to working in an office, not a high street ‘shop’, and importantly having an expert team support team – professional photographers and a dedicated Sales Progression Team…
If you’re reading this, you probably know about the Move Revolution “difference” but in a nutshell, it’s about outstanding customer service delivered by expert estate agents, photographers and sales progressors who genuinely care that buyers and tenants move into their new homes as quickly at possible!
What do you love about what you do?
I love the challenges that each day brings, I love meeting different people each day and the ability to get out and about, but most of all I love the feeling of selling someone their dream home, and handing over the keys when they complete on their sale!
What’s your favourite style of property/interiors?
My love Victorian and Edwardian homes packed with the character – the high ceilings and picture rails that so often feature in these period homes.
We’d love to see a selection of your favourite properties you’ve sold while at Move Revolution, can you share them with us?
I loved selling this house because it was such a quintessential village home in Sevenoaks, lots of period features, formerly the village post office.
And these are a selection of my favourite shots of a couple of some memorable homes.
We hear you’re a big fan of coffee, where do you like to go for a perfect cup?
My current favourite is Darcey’s in Sevenoaks which is an independent speciality coffee house. Their beans are roasted on site and I have to say, it’s superb. The cakes aren’t bad either! I’d definitely recommend to anyone who likes coffee, it’s worth a visit.
A couple of my other coffee stop off points are Deli di Luca in Westerham and if I’m going to our head office I’ll pop into Robertsons in Oxted on the way. Both are great!
So that’s it, the man behind the Move Revolution Sevenoaks office! If you live in the area and want to sell your home, give him a call on 01732 617617 or fill in the valuation form.
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