Western Daily Press (Bristol UK) back issues from January 2008:
Regency era recreated on outskirts of famous City
Jan 01, 2008 ... You may not be the Prince Regent, but you can live in a housebuilt in the style which took his name - and it will not cost youquite an arm and a leg! Redcliffe Homes is creating a new addition to Regency Bath, halfa mile from Bathampton. Its Solsbury Park development ...
Spacious lodge in Town centre
Jan 01, 2008 ... You will be pleasantly surprised at the amount of living spacethis house in the centre of Keynsham, near Bristol, has to offer. Litchfield Lodge, on Bath Hill, has also been beautifullyrenovated. There are two reception rooms, an office/games room, a kitchenable to double ...
New rule may push up prices
Jan 01, 2008 ... The compulsory introduction of Home Information Packs in twoyears time could lead to a cut-back in house sales and a rise inprices that come on to the market. This warning has been given by the National Association of EstateAgents, following an independent survey carried out on its ...
Best place for a picnic
Jan 01, 2008; ... What an apt name for a house whose gardens run down to the banksof the River Avon at Hanham Mills, near Bristol. Picnic House, aGrade II listed Georgian house dating from 1725, is in apicturesque valley set against the backdrop of woodland and a cliffface. Rumour has it that it ...
A convenient location is key to success of development
Jan 01, 2008 ... Linden Homes opens the doors of its sales and marketing suitetomorrow (May 27) at its West Quarter development in Bedminster,Bristol. There are only 17 out of the 34 apartments left to sell in thiscontemporary-styled scheme just a short bus ride from the city'sBroadmead shopping ...
A taste of cottage life near the castle
Jan 01, 2008; ... There have been several owners of what is now the Blaise Castleestate, in north west Bristol. They included the Smyths of Ashton Court and Thomas Farr, aBristol merchant who was responsible for building the sham Gothic-style castle in 1766. It was once used as an elegant ...
Fresh food for thought
Jan 01, 2008 ... If You want to prepare your meals in style, then IKEA has justthe right ingredients - and at an affordable price. IKEA kitchens are not exclusively about style, though theyclearly have loads of it. They are also about making excellentquality affordable to everyone. Choosing ...
A taste of cottage life near the castle
Jan 01, 2008; ... There have been several owners of what is now the Blaise Castleestate, in north west Bristol. They included the Smyths of Ashton Court and Thomas Farr, aBristol merchant who was responsible for building the sham Gothic-style castle in 1766. It was once used as an elegant ...
Cosy cottage tucked away in City village
Jan 01, 2008 ... If you are into nooks and crannies, exposed beams, stone walls,sash windows, and a secluded walled garden, then this cottage inWestbury-on-Trym might appeal to you. It is tucked away in Chock Lane in the oldest part of thehistoric village, and is thought to date from the mid dle ...
Part of grand design
Jan 01, 2008 ... Working as an interior designer for house builder BarrattHomes is still exciting even after eight years, Louise McCarthyinsists. She enjoys exciting challenges, such as the potential ofBristol's Malago Place. The two-bedroom flats and three-bedroom town houses ...
Room with a view
Jan 01, 2008; ... Willsbridge Mill, near Bristol and part of the Avon WildlifeTrust, offers an environmental education programme throughout theyear. One of its aims is to involve the public in wildlife and natureconservation through events and activities, and by working withlocal communities to ...
Gems from Victorian era
Jan 01, 2008 ... Many of the houses to be found in the Fishponds area of Bristolare Victorian gems. Two such examples, 30 Chester Park Road and 2Lodore Road, are on the market with Besley Hill for pounds254,950and pounds214,950 respectively. Set in a quiet backwater, the former has internal ...
A quarter to live in
Jan 01, 2008 ... Linden Homes has opened the doors of its sales and marketingsuite at its West Quarter development in Bedminster, Bristol. There are only 17 out of the 34 apartments left to sell in thiscontemporary-styled scheme just a short bus ride from the Broadmeadshopping centre. Even ...
Home with lake views
Jan 01, 2008; ... Have you seen those TV programmes about escaping the rat raceand living in the country? Well, now's your chance to do ityourself, by moving to Somerset. Shortcombe farmhouse, near West Harptree, which is availablefor rent, is in the perfect location - on a quiet lane, down a ...
Eye-catching cottage is a true tardis once inside
Jan 01, 2008 ... Although the area had been inhabited for hundreds of years, itwas not until 1853 that Sneyd Park and Stoke Bishop started tobecome one of Bristol's most upmarket suburbs. Situated well away from the city's industrial hub, with itsunpleasant smells and chimneys that belched ...
Part of grand design
Jan 01, 2008 ... Working as an interior designer for house builder BarrattHomes is still exciting even after eight years, Louise McCarthyinsists. She enjoys exciting challenges, such as the potential ofBristol's Malago Place. The two-bedroom flats and three-bedroom town houses ...
Stripped and ready for sale
Jan 01, 2008; ... An exclusive table dancing club, the first given a license inBristol for the full strip, comes under the hammer next month. The former pub in West Street, Old Market, now run as a gaynightclub at ground level and as Club Crme, pictured above, on theupper floors, is expected to go ...
Eye-catching cottage is a true tardis once inside
Jan 01, 2008 ... Although it was an area that had been inhabited for hundreds ofyears, it was not until 1853 that Sneyd Park and Stoke Bishopstarted to become one of Bristol's most upmarket suburbs. Situated well away from the city's industrial hub, with itsunpleasant smells and chimneys that ...
And now for the grand finale
Jan 01, 2008; ... It is nearly six years since work began on transforming a hugebrown field industrial site in Portishead from an eyesore into oneof the finest marina developments in the South West. But time is running out to buy a brand new home at Port Marine,for it is now reaching its final ...
Biggest 'parish' in all Bristol
Jan 01, 2008; ... There was a time when the popular suburb of Westbury-on-Trym wasjust a small Gloucestershire village situated several miles outside the city walls of Bristol. Today, this affluent area is a great attraction among homeseekers. Indeed, some say that when it comes to selling ...
City's new homes are ready for exploring
Jan 01, 2008 ... Cabot Court, Barratt Homes' newest development in the Bristolarea, takes its name from the city's illustrious explorer - butvisitors will have no trouble finding their way round. The sales office has opened in Church Road, Kingswood, featuringjust 23 homes. They have been built in ...
No ups and downs here
Jan 01, 2008 ... Those with a family will appreciate the size and space of theliving area which includes a large lounge leading on to an equallyspacious conservatory. This detached bungalow in Greenbank Road, Hanham, also has aseparate dining room, and the kitchen doubles as a breakfast ...
Bristol's eighth on investment hit list
Jan 01, 2008 ... The Channel 4property gurus Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer,pictured right, have named Bristol as one of the best places toinvest. This has given Bryant Homes a boost in the city, where the housebuilder's Saxon Gate and The Pavilions developments both offer anideal match for ...
Mixing the old with the new
Jan 01, 2008 ... Have you ever thought about living outside Bristol and drivinginto the city when you need to work or shop? There is excellent value to be obtained further north up the M5at, for example, the Bryant Homes development at Wycliffe Court,Stonehouse, near junction 13, where there are ...
Willsbridge pounds220,000
Jan 01, 2008 ... Grade II-listed ...
Shirehampton pounds154,950
Jan 01, 2008 ... Your Move Oliver ...
Royal Victoria Park pounds229,950
Jan 01, 2008 ... Set in stunning grounds, this home is in a tranquil, secludedlocation set behind an electric-gated entrance. The mews, ...
Shirehampton pounds289,950
Jan 01, 2008 ... Rodaway & Son ...
Victoria Park pounds320,000
Jan 01, 2008 ... Besley Hill ...
Westbury-on-Trym pounds425,000
Jan 01, 2008 ... Savills The Mall, ...
The science of finding a new home
Jan 01, 2008; ... The north Bristol suburb of Bishopston was the birthplace of oneof the world's greatest ever mathematicians. Paul Dirac was born at 15 Monk Road on August 8, 1902. He is regarded as one of the most influential scientists of the20th century, and made many crucial contributions ...
A surprise in store
Jan 01, 2008; ... Mention Yate and most people will think of a modern town nextto Chipping Sodbury which has grown beyond recognition since the1960s when the building boom really took off. Yet the area has a varied and interesting history, much of whichis chronicled at the Yate Heritage Centre in ...
A surprise in store
Jan 01, 2008; ... Mention Yate and most people will think of a modern town nextto Chipping Sodbury which has grown beyond recognition since the1960s when the building boom really took off. Yet the area has a varied and interesting history, much of whichis chronicled at the Yate Heritage Centre in ...
This is just the place for a drink after work ...
Jan 01, 2008 ... There is no finer way of relaxing after a hard day's work thansipping a gin and tonic, cold lager or an iced lemonade. Even better if you can enjoy it on a decked roof terrace watchingthe sun go down. Which is probably one of the reasons why home seekers areflocking to ...
Rushing home to a super view
Jan 01, 2008 ... House hunters are queuing up, in their hundreds, to registertheirinterest in buying one of Persimmon's 139 new homes thatare going up in Rush Hill Road, three miles from Bath city centre. Pulteney View will bring a range of stylish one to five-bedroomproperties to the ...
Get fit from your doorstep
Jan 01, 2008 ... If you are a sporting type, there are a number of choices closeto home if you move into this house in Woodland Road, Weston-super-Mare. It is near the 18-hole golf links, Woodlands Tennis Club andWeston Cricket Club. Should you prefer a brisk walk, the sea front and ...
Badgers a priority at the priory
Jan 01, 2008 ... A House builder has welcomed the very first family to "sett" uphome on their new development in Portishead. But there was no traditional handing over of keys to theoccupants at The Priory by sales representatives at Redcliffe Homesbecause the family were already in residence. The ...
Westbury park pounds450,000
Jan 01, 2008 ... Accommodation comprises a lounge, dining room, kitchen/breakfastroom with modern fitted kitchen, downstairs wet room andconservatory. On the floor above are four bedrooms and a ...
Homes or holidays, head for the med!
Jan 01, 2008; ... Do you sometimes find yourself at work wondering if there's anyescape from the rat race? Do you feel that life is so hectic andstressful that you never have chance to relax? If so, then don't miss an event that's taking place at theHoliday Inn, Filton, this weekend, June 24 and ...
Flax Bourton pounds300,000
Jan 01, 2008 ... Superb apartment in ...
Dundry pounds375,000
Jan 01, 2008 ... Well proportioned ...
Cottage's period features preserved
Jan 01, 2008; ... Burnett may only be a small Somerset hamlet, but it has stronglinks with the UK's oldest surviving all-girls school - The RedMaids School in Bristol. It was founded in 1634 as the result of the benevolence of JohnWhitson, who was a merchant, mayor of Bristol and Member ...
Modern touch
Jan 01, 2008 ... This house on Kensington Hill, Brislington, can only be describedas an impressive three-storey family home that incorporates periodfeatures with a classic modern touch. End-of-terrace number 558 still has some original cornicing,beautiful stained glass and sash windows, which were ...
Are you sitting comfortably?
Jan 01, 2008 ... If you're looking for some essential dining furniture thissummer, look no further. Ikea understands that everyone has a unique taste for style andfor different furniture designs with a range of uses. That's partly why Ikea brings in new lines throughout the year.It also aims ...
Stake your claim in City's hotspot
Jan 01, 2008; ... There are certain addresses in Bristol which attract moreattention than others, and it usually follows that you will pay apremium if you want to buy a house in these locations. One address that immediately comes to mind is Stoke Bishop, whichwas once part of rural Gloucestershire ...
Moving is a question of lifestyle
Jan 01, 2008 ... Business is booming at Lifestyle, Bradley Stoke's longest servingindependent estate agents. So much so that the firm's headquarters, at the 24-hour mainTesco supermarket, is bursting at the seams. As a result, a new and larger office has been opened nearby atBradley ...
Period style with space to swim and ride
Jan 01, 2008; ... Wrington is most fortunate as it is one of those picturesqueSomerest villages that does not have a busy main road runningthrough it. However, it is not that far from the A38, and since it is some 11miles from the centre of Bristol, it is a popular choice with citycommuters and ...
The tale of a home situated between two cities
Jan 01, 2008 ... An impressive three-storey family home, which incorporatesperiod features with a classic modern touch, is for sale at 558Kensington Hill. This splendid end-of-terrace property still retains some beautiful stained glass, sash windows and cornicing. The accommodation on the ...
New local school will help sales
Jan 01, 2008 ... With a new local secondary school opening soon, the Redland areaof Bristol has been highlighted as one of the UK's best sites forproperty investment. The latest spur to the local housing market came from the popularproperty-based television show Location, Location, ...
Kick off with a pounds1,000 voucher
Jan 01, 2008 ... Housebuilder Crest Nicholson has kicked off with a World Cuppromotion across all of its nine sites in the South West, runinguntil the final match on July 9. Buyers who reserve a home during the World Cup and exchangecontracts within 28 days will qualify for a pounds1,000 ...
A heavenly spot to watch a glorious sunset
Jan 01, 2008 ... You can appreciate some heavenly sunsets as the golden globesinks slowly in the West, dropping fast over Redcliffe Bay inPortishead. And there is no better place to experience them than from thegardens of this house in Heavens Lane, which is less than ten yearsold. The ...
New strip is an instant hit with budding Beckhams
Jan 01, 2008 ... A Team of budding Beckhams has said a big thank you to KT EstateAgents of Stoke Gifford for providing a new kit for the Stoke Laneunder-sixes football team. Here KT partner Nick Jackson is being presented with a thank youcard and framed team photo from Andy Bombroff (centre ...
Beating bigger bills
Jan 01, 2008 ... Utility bills are predicted to rise dramatically over the nextyear, along with the annual hikes in council tax. These predictedrises are playing a major part in peoples' thinking when theypurchase a new home. Some surveys predict that essential bills like water, gas,electricity ...
Making a splash in the hub of the City
Jan 01, 2008 ... The Bristol Residential Letting Company has already rented out 15properties at the recently completed 360 building on Bristol'sHarbourside. The Crest Nicholson development is proving popular with a widerange of tenants, including people from as far away as America,Sweden and ...
Wraxall, pounds450,000
Jan 01, 2008 ... Set over three floors with views over Wraxall towards the MendipHills, this house has three bedrooms (one en suite), bathroom, studyand kitchen/family room. All windows to the rear have views overthe ...
Stoke park, pounds329,995
Jan 01, 2008 ... Three-bedroom coach house
Westbury, pounds275,000
Jan 01, 2008 ... Charming cottage ...
Clifton, pounds399,950
Jan 01, 2008 ... Mews-style house
Finding the home with all you need
Jan 01, 2008; ... Centuries ago, long before Bristol began to expand itsboundaries, the Stockwood area was part of a range of huntingwoodland extending from Kingswood to Filwood on the edge ofHartcliffe. Although mentioned in the Domesday Book - no doubt becauseWilliam the Conqueror wanted to know ...
How to search for the perfect lifestyle
Jan 01, 2008 ... Business is booming at Lifestyle, Bradley Stoke's longest servingindependent estate agents. And the firm's headquarters in thisfast-growing community, at the 24-hour Tesco supermarket, isbursting at the seams. As a result, a new and larger office has been opened nearby ...
The art of bed making
Jan 01, 2008 ... The staff at Ikea know their beds are the perfect way to get agood night's sleep. The beds are also beautiful to look at,fantastic to lie in, and excellent quality. And all this at pricesthat put great designs firmly within everyone's grasp. What more could you possibly ask for? A ...
Beating bigger bills
Jan 01, 2008 ... Utility bills are predicted to rise dramatically over the nextyear, along with the annual hikes in council tax. These predictedrises are playing a major part in peoples' thinking when theypurchase a new home. Some surveys predict that essential bills like water, gas,electricity ...
The Pavilions are not far away
Jan 01, 2008; ... It has been joked about for years, but it has often been saidthat if you want to sell a house in the Southmead area of Bristol,describe it as being in the area next door, Westbury-on-Trym! Not anymore, according to Bryant Homes. The area has undergone aperiod of regeneration, and ...
City's bargains come under the hammer
Jan 01, 2008 ... Properties with reserve prices topping more than pounds2millionwill come under the hammer at Besley Hill's auction on Thursday,July 20. Thirteen lots are on offer at the sale, being held at the HolidayInn, Filton Road, Hambrook, near Bristol, at 6.30pm. "It's an interesting ...
A boom Town at head of the river
Jan 01, 2008; ... Portishead has seen some very dramatic changes to its skyline inthe last few years. Once a small fishing village - its name derivesfrom the "port at the head of the river", there are still ironrings, evidence of where fishing boats used to moor, on the HighStreet's walls. About ...