Thinking about a move? Imagine stepping out your front door, dog lead in hand, breathing in the fresh woodland air, and wandering through ancient trees only to emerge at a cosy pub just minutes later. Welcome to life near West Wood in Hadleigh, where peaceful woodland walks meet the irresistible charm of the dog friendly Woodman’s Arms.

This Small Business Saturday, it’s more than just shopping it’s survival. With rising costs hitting local shops hard this December, your support could be the difference between a neighbourhood full of life or just another empty storefront. Let’s shop local, together.

Selling a home isn’t always straightforward, especially when buyers keep dropping out. But sometimes all it takes is a fresh approach. Here’s how switching to auction turned a repeatedly failed sale on Canvey Island into a fast, committed and stress-free success.

As the Autumn Budget approaches, the property market does something strangely predictable: it takes a collective sip of tea, raises an eyebrow, and decides to wait and see what happens next. Buyers who were enthusiastic a week ago suddenly hover in “nearly ready” mode, as if the Chancellor himself might pop up and personally adjust their mortgages.