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We offered 34 lots in our August auction, which is our largest August auction yet! We once again had a variety of lots on offer from small plots of land to large family homes and we are delighted to announce that we sold 89% of them, raising over £6 million for our clients. 2026 is…

The term “dilapidations” relates to the condition of a leased property that has deteriorated due to tenant neglect or other factors, which may then breach specific obligations within the lease to keep the property in repair (or to reinstate following alterations). This can then lead to legal and financial implications. Addressing dilapidations effectively is crucial…

Many properties within our region are founded on clay soils, which can expand when wet and shrink during dry periods. As prolonged drought conditions become more common, buildings on shrinkable clay are increasingly vulnerable to movement and subsidence, particularly older buildings with shallower foundations. Bedfordshire is particularly susceptible to drought-related building movement due to its…

In May this year, property portal Zoopla published an article with the headline “Why half of UK homes fail to sell…”. Their first key takeaway stated that 44% of UK homes listed for sale over the past three years failed to sell. It was a bold statement and highlighted the challenges facing today’s UK property market, rather than…

Overview This case concerns a successful appeal against Warwick District Council’s refusal to grant a Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) for the proposed erection of gates, railings, and brick piers at Eathorpe Hall, a Grade II listed property in Warwickshire. The Planning Inspector not only allowed the appeal but also awarded full costs against the Council…

If you own land on the edge of a village, town or settlement, there is a good chance you may have received letters from housebuilders, developers or land promotion companies expressing an interest in your property. While such approaches can be exciting, they can also be daunting and difficult to assess without professional advice. At…

Back in May, we wrote to confirm that the Government was considering changes to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), article here, which might bring positives to a planning system some feel is unnecessarily complicated and protracted. The Government have announced that planning applications made on or after 6th August 2026 for sites measuring 0.2 hectares or…

The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act has understandably raised concerns with landlords and property professionals throughout the country. However, following the implementation of the legislation on 1st May 2026, the day-to-day operation has so far remained very much business as usual. The Government’s main objective is to improve housing standards by the removal of…

Sustainable Farming Incentive Window 1 of the SFI 2026 scheme has been open since 30th June. Over 50% of the £60 million budget was used up within the first 4 days of the application window opening, with an announcement on 13th July that 75% of the budget had been used. The Department for Environment, Food…

The week commencing 20th July 2026 marks Farm Safety Week, an important industry-wide campaign supported by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). It provides an opportunity for everyone involved in agriculture to pause, reflect on current working practices, and review how risks can be better managed to improve safety across the sector. Taking the time…