We get it, your pet is part of the family. But when it comes to selling your home, their presence (and let’s be honest, their smell) can sometimes be a bit of a deal-breaker for buyers. In this blog, we’re diving nose-first into how your beloved furry friend might be holding back your sale — and w

This Halloween, something spook-tacular is happening in Hockley. For the first time ever we present the Hockley Halloween Trail 2025! Whether you're a little monster or just young at heart, this is your invitation to enjoy a safe, exciting Halloween adventure right in the heart of our village.

When it comes to selling your home, small improvements can make a big difference to the final price you achieve. The good news is that you don’t always need a full renovation. With a few cost-effective upgrades, you can boost your property’s appeal and attract more motivated buyers.

Living next to the woods, we expected to feel closer to nature, but we didn’t expect to make friends with it. We thought we would spend our mornings listening to the birds and admiring the trees. Instead, we find ourselves checking that Freda the fox, our uninvited but much-loved garden guest has returned safely from her nightly wandering!