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15-31 JULY 2018 

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MONMOUTHSHIRE | SOUTH HEREFORDSHIRE | WEST GLOUCESTERSHIRE 

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HOME IN LLANDOGO, MONMOUTHSHIRE 

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Stately homes to visit this summer 

They are no longer the preserve of royalty and the landed gentry, stately homes make for a fantastic 

summer day out - each with a unique mix of history, architecture and amazing gardens. 

With blazing sunshine and roasting temperatures forecast for the week 

ahead, these palatial pads make a great alternative to the British coastline 

if you’re looking for a weekend activity that mixes sunshine with culture. 

Whether you’re a fan of botanical gardens, scouting for interiors inspiration or you 

simply want to look at some old-world glamour, there’s a stately home for everyone. 

Tredegar House 

Tredegar House is one of the architectural wonders of Wales and one of the most 

significant late 17th-century houses in the whole of the British Isles. 

Situated within 90 acres of amazing gardens and parkland, this red brick house 

provides an ideal setting for a fantastic day out. 

For more than 500 years the house was home to one of the greatest Welsh families, 

the Morgans, later Lords Tredegar. The Morgan family owned more than 40,000 acres 

in Monmouthshire, Breconshire and Glamorgan at the end of the 18th century. 

Events at Tredegar House 

Gardener’s High Tea : Thursday 19 Jul 2018 - 16:30-20:00 

Make the most of the late summer evenings with a 

tour of the walled gardens with Head Gardener Steve Morgan followed by a Lavender 

High Tea in the Orangery. 

Kayaking on the Lake : Saturday 25 Aug 2018 - 10:00-17:00 

Head out onto the beautiful lake for a kayaking session this Bank Holiday 

weekend. 

For more information and events see www.nationaltrust.org.uk/tredegar-house 

Dyffryn Gardens 

Dyffryn Gardens are an exceptional example of Edwardian garden design. Covering 

more than 55 acres they feature a stunning collection of intimate garden rooms 

including a rose garden, Pompeian garden and several ponds. 

Designed by landscape architect Thomas Mawson in 1906, the gardens are the 

early 20th-century vision of coal magnate John Cory and his son Reginald. 

Within the gardens, Dyffryn House, a grand Victorian mansion overlooks the key 

aspects of the gardens. Parts of the ground and first floors have been restored and are 

unfurnished. 

Events at Dyffryn Gardens 

Big Butterfly Count ; Friday 20 Jul 2018 - 11:00-16:00 

Find your favourite spot in the gardens to sit whilst you count the different butterflies 

and moths that flutter past. 

Botanical Art Course : Saturday 21 Jul 2018 - 10:30-16:00 

Join artist, Debbie Devauden, on a one day botanical art course and learn how to 

draw subjects from the beautiful gardens. 

For more information and events see www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dyffryn-gardens 

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A perfect view? 

This unique and individual character 

cottage sits in an elevated position above 

the village of Llandogo and is marketed 

by Archer and Co Chepstow office.

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Croft Castle & Parkland 

Croft Castle is set deep in the 

heart of Herefordshire countryside 

surrounded by 1500 acres of historic 

woodland, farm and parkland. This 

intimate house became the Croft family 

home before the Domesday Book. 

In the castle you can live life as 

Sir James Croft and find out how the 

family bought back their home in 

1923. Explore the family photographs 

or sit and read through the auction 

catalogues. Look out for the 1950s 

photographs and memorabilia which 

detail how Croft was at risk of demolition before 1957 

and what it was like here then. Big kids and little kids 

can enjoy 1950s games and toys in the family room, 

complete with costumes for dressing up. 

Events at Croft Castle & Parkland 

Peter Pan Trail : Saturday 21 July - 10:00-16:00 

Fly away to the Neverland of Croft and join Peter 

and Wendy on this classic adventure around the gardens. 

First World War Horses & Heroes : 

Sunday 12 August - 10:00-16:00 

Discover about the lives of horses during the First 

World War with live displays and demonstrations on the 

front lawn. 

For more information and events see 

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croft-castle-and-parkland 

Berrington Hall 

Standing proud and strong, this fine Georgian 

mansion sits within ‘Capability’ Brown’s final garden and 

landscape. In the parkland, you can explore Brown’s 

work with Red Earth’s ‘Genius Loci’ exhibition. In the 

house, discover jewel-like interiors, designed by Henry 

Holland and home to the Harley, Rodney and Cawley 

families. Experience some of the extremes of the 18th 

century in the wig and bum shop and discover the 

hidden ‘below stairs’. 

Created as the perfect house in the perfect setting, 

Berrington Hall has many secrets for visitors to uncover. 

In this, one of Henry Holland’s first houses, you can also 

explore the family rooms and see how the servants 

moved around the house unseen by the family and guests. 

Events at Berrington Hall 

Robinson Crusoe Trail 

Saturday 21 Jul - 10:00-16:00 

Are you brave enough to embark on a daring 

adventure around the grounds of Berrington this 

holiday? 


www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berrington-hall 

Tyntesfield Hall 

Tyntesfield, just a stone’s throw away from 

Bristol, was not built as a bold and extravagant 

statement of wealth, power or politics. Its 

purpose was simple; to serve as a family home. 

Once hidden and inaccessible, the ordinary and 

extraordinary lives and possessions of four generations 

of the Gibbs family are ready for discovery. 

The garden and estate balance faded beauty and 

function with an abundance of nature; celebrated in 

ornate Gothic carvings that decorate the house. Flower 

filled terraces, an empty lake, woodland, champion 

trees and productive kitchen garden give further 

opportunities for exploration.. 

Events at Tyntesfield Hall 

Tyntesfield nature at night walk 

Friday 27 July - 20:30 

Tyntesfield is home to a whole range of different 

types of wildlife. On this evening walk to launch the 

ranger weekend, Area Ranger, Darren, will introduce 

you to some of the species that live on site. 

Butterfly survey with a ranger 

Saturday 28 July - 11:15 & Sunday 29 July - 14.00 

Tyntesfield is home to hundreds of butterflies: see 

how many you can spot and learn about the different 

types with one of the National Trust’s rangers. 


www.nationaltrust.org.uk/tyntesfield 

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PROPERTIES 

Swift House, Monmouth 

RRK 01600 772929 www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

Price 

£350,000 

It is just a five minute walk from the town centre, the many shops, amenities and 

excellent schools. It has been tastefully extended and modernised to provide 2 reception 

rooms, a light and airy kitchen/diner, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, family 

shower room and downstairs utility/cloakroom. 

Tucked away in a cul de sac off St James Square this 

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very individual and spacious period townhouse 

has three double bedrooms, an enclosed garden 

and off street tandem parking bedroom living room living for room etctwo cars. 

bedroom bedroom 

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living living room room etc etc 

This two storey house has a useful shallow cellar accessed from the drive and is double 

glazed with mains gas central heating. Internal features include panelled doors, solid 

garage/covered parking parking 

oak flooring to kitchen and utility room and Victorian style bathroom suites. 

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TRAFALGAR HOUSE, MONMOUTH 

£735pcm 

3 ST JAMES STREET 

MONMOUTH 

£795pcm 

*NEW PRICE* This 2nd floor apartment 

comprises of an open plan kitchen diner, 2 

double bedrooms, the master room with an 

en-suite shower room & large bathroom. 

Agency Fees Apply 

***INCENTIVE FOR ALL JULY 2018 MOVE INS 

- FIRST MONTH RENT HALF PRICE***. 

Only 2 apartments now available. A 2 bed 

ground floor apartment currently undergoing 

renovation throughout. Agency Fees Apply 

13a MONKSWELL ROAD 

MONMOUTH 

£775 pcm 

LLWYNA, LLANISHEN 

£525 pcm 

A three/four bedroom semi detached house in a 

sought after area in Monmouth. Agency Fees 

Apply 

A fully furnished 1 bed apartment situated in 

beautiful surroundings. An open plan kitchen, 

diner and lounge with separate bedroom and 

shower room. All bills included, including Wi-Fi. 

Agency Fees Apply 

Call: 01600 772929 • lettings@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

www.roscoerogersandknight.co.uk

LUXFIELD HOUSE, USK £595,000 

LLANCAU COTTAGE, COLEFORD £595,000 

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Set in a pretty rural hamlet a short distance from the busy towns of Usk 

and Raglan this high quality newly constructed 4 bed family home 

incorporates all the modern day needs. Its aspect provides an attractive 

layout with bright, light and airy rooms throughout with countryside views. 

Landscaped gardens to the front and back with a sweeping tarmac 

driveway and a detached garage. 

This character stone 3 bed cottage enjoys attractive countryside views 

and high levels of privacy and is set within beautifully landscaped, 

mature walled gardens. An impressive range of outbuildings 

including attached annex, a detached garage & workshop complex 

all accessed by a private drive. Located close to Clearwell and Coleford 

with easy access to major road networks. 

1 THE SQUARE, GOODRICH £450,000 

Y CWT MOCHYN “THE OLD 

PIGGERY”, MONMOUTH £470,000 1 ST MARY STREET, MONMOUTH £380,000 

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In the heart of the picturesque village of Goodrich 

with primary school, pub, shop, active cricket/tennis 

clubs and village hall this pretty character 3 bed end 

of terrace cottage with South facing gardens and 

attractive views has planning permission for a 2 bed 

detached dwelling/cottage within the grounds. Off 

road parking and garage. Easy access to major 

road networks and high calibre schools at 

Monmouth and Ross. 

High above Monmouth with South facing, far 

reaching panoramic views across open 

countryside this unique and very pretty 2 bed 

conversion is one of an elite group of three barns 

which has been converted to a high standard 

with a distinct contemporary style internally and 

zoned under-floor heating. Set in approximately 

half an acre of landscaped gardens, ample 

parking, detached double garage and office it is 

located just a short drive away from the town 

centre and the major road networks. 

This Grade II listed end of terrace mews house 

enjoys a prime location in the old part of town a 

short walk from the centre. Capitalising on the 

original character the rooms are arranged over 

three floors with 3 bedrooms, a first floor lounge 

enjoying the views and a spacious open plan 

Kitchen/Living Room opening into a South facing 

enclosed courtyard garden. Private off road 

parking. Leasehold 983 year lease. 

3 Agincourt Square • Monmouth • NP25 3BT • Call: 01600 772929 

enquiries@roscoerogersandknight.co.uk • roscoerogersandknight.co.uk 

Monmouth & London offices

Sales: 01600 719184 

Lettings: 01600 719183 

MAPLE DRIVE, OVERMONNOW 

GUIDE PRICE £475,000 

6 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms. This is an 

absolutely must see house, it offers lots of 

accommodation for large families or potential 

multi-generation. Beautifully appointed 

throughout. EPC C 

RUSHEY MEADOW, MONMOUTH 


A very well presented and up together four 

bedroom detached modern family home with en 

suite to master bedroom, garage, and driveway. 

Tucked away towards the end of a much sought 

after cul de sac with Monmouth town centre 

approximately 1 mile level walk with local shops, 

park, school and fields nearby. 

HIGHFIELD RD, OSBASTON 


Ty Bryn is an exceptional four bedroom modern 

detached home on two floors with a low 

maintenance garden, ample parking, large 

detached single garage and lovely views. The 

property also features a sumptuous four piece 

bathroom, luxury shower room and stunning 

kitchen/breakfast room. EPC C 

KINGSWOOD ROAD, OVERMONNOW 


Detached double fronted family home featuring a 

double garage, driveway, four double bedrooms, 

two ensuite bathrooms plus an outstanding 

quarter circle curved garden room with exposed 

beams. EPC C 

LEVITSFIELD CLOSE, MONMOUTH 


A visually stunning four double bedroom 

detached executive home adjacent to fields with 

truly outstanding accommodation, the property 

offers an extended kitchen/family room of 

approximately 36 sq meters perfect for 

entertaining. 

HEREFORD ROAD, MONMOUTH 


A stylish and contemporary late Victorian four 

bedroom terrace on four floors having been 

extensively remodelled, updated and exquisitely 

appointed by the present owners to very high 

standards. EPC D 

MADDOX CLOSE, OSBASTON 


A very well proportioned modern three bedroom 

detached family home built circa 1986 with 

garage, driveway and attractive gardens. Situated 

in a much sought after cul de sac with local 

church school nearby and Monmouth 

approximately 1 & 1/2 miles distance. EPC D 

BLAKE STREET, WYESHAM 


Offering excellent value. A very well presented 

and up to date two bedroom modern terrace with 

parking and backing on to farm fields. 

Situated towards the end of a small cul de sac 

with local school and convenience store nearby 

and Monmouth town centre approximately 1 mile 

distance. EPC C 

LLANGROVE, LLANGROVE 


Hidden gem! A magnificent 4 bedroom detached 

property located close to the village centre. with 

landscaped gardens a sweeping drive and a 

detached stone built office. 

EPC F 

monmouthpropertybureau.co.uk 

The Market Tavern, Agincourt Square, Monmouth NP25 3BT

PROPERTIES 7 

Monmouth Property Direct 

- A Success Story 

Monmouth Property Direct is pleased to announce yet another successful property sale. 

So, you may be asking, what is Monmouth Property Direct? 

Monmouth Property Bureau has always been at 

the forefront of innovation in property sales 

and with Monmouth Property Direct now 

offers a low fixed fee service for those vendors who are 

happy to manage the sale of their property themselves. 

We provide the marketing - the vendor manages the sale. 

How does this service differ from the existing online 

estate agents? Well for starters, there are no hidden 

extras, so you will only ever pay us £699 including VAT. 

Secondly you will have a local High Street presence with 

your property displayed in our prominent offices as well 

as access to our database of keen buyers to help you sell 

your property and expert advice, should you need it. 

Our latest success story is a beautifully presented 

four bedroom detached house on the Rockfield 

Development. The vendor Dr P said: “The property 

details and photographs were excellent and were placed 

once agreed on the Rightmove and Zoopla websites 

instantly.” 

Is it difficult to conduct viewings and negotiate 

prices directly? The owner undertook all of the 

viewings, negotiated the price for selling and is now 

dealing with solicitors and looking forward to moving 

home soon. They said: “This service worked well for us 

especially as when Monmouth Property Bureau received 

requests for viewings they referred them instantly to 

us.… People found talking to us as the owners very 

helpful as we could answer their questions straight away.” 

What’s included in the 

fixed fee package? 

1. A free market appraisal with an experienced 

negotiator who will agree a sale price with you based 

on years of experience selling houses in the area and 

applying current market trends. 

2. A ‘For Sale’ board. 

3. Colour brochures with a floor plan for you to give to 

prospective purchasers. 

4. Online advertising on the two busiest UK property 

portals, Rightmove and Zoopla, as well as on our 

own website. 

5. Your property will be displayed in our prominent 

showroom. 

6. We also book viewings for you too and give you a 

Vendor’s Information Pack with lots of helpful tips to 

guide you through the selling process. 

For further information on how you can save money 

selling your home contact Monmouth Property Bureau 

on 01600 719184. 

monmouth 

PROPERTY BUREAU 

Your local sales and 

lettings specialist 

Sales: 01600 719184 

Lettings: 01600 719183 

Thinking of letting your property? 

Whether you are looking to 

purchase your first Buy to Let 

or need to rent out the family 

home, our professional team 

have a wealth of experience 

in the property rental sector. 

For an award winning service 

call 

Monmouth Property Bureau 

on 

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or visit us at 

The Market Tavern, 

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76 Hillcrest, Wyesham 

Immaculately presented 2 bed detached bunglaow, good sized sitting room, well appointed kitchen 

and bathroom, enclosed garden, garage, off road parking, gas CH, Agency Fees Apply 

£750 PCM 

8 Hereford Road, Monmouth 

Beautiful 2 bed town cottage presented to a high standard. Sitting room with log burner, fitted 

kitchen, well appointed bathroom, WC. Gas CH, garden. EPC D Agency Fees Apply 

£725 PCM 

The Market Tavern, Agincourt Square, Monmouth NP25 3BT 

monmouthpropertybureau.co.uk

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PROPERTIES 

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Flat 6, Monmouth House, Monmouth NP25 3PY Price 

Archer & Co 01291 672212 www.archerandco.com £234,995 

Last opportunity to buy this brand new ground floor, 

1 bedroom apartment set within mature communal 

grounds. This apartment is well presented both internally 

and externally, providing low maintenance and security. 

Internally the property offers open plan living/kitchen/ 

dining area, brand new kitchen, brand new bathroom 

and ensuite to the master bedroom. Flooring is included 



Looking for a lock up and leave or to downsize? 

throughout, as well as lightfittings, window dressings and 



an integrated washing machine. An allocated private offroad 

car parking space is included. This home is offered 

chain free and is available for immediate occupation. 

Monmouth House is situated on the Hereford Road, 

close to Haberdashers School for Girls, only a short walk 

to Monmouth town centre with its individual shops, 

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named amongst the best places to live in Britain by The 

Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide, published in 

March 2018. 

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OUT AND ABOUT 

9 

Newnham-on-Severn: 

A hidden treasure at the edge 

of the Forest of Dean 

Newnham’s numerous listed buildings give evidence of its history as a prosperous port on the River Severn. 

The housing shows a great variety of styles, some of the buildings still show timber framing 

while other old buildings were re-fronted in the Georgian period. 

The High Street is divided down the middle by an 

open space containing lime trees and benches. 

Elsewhere the village has Victorian villas and 

redbrick terraces, beautifully converted warehouses and 

more modern housing. 

part of the Gloucester to Caerleon route. On the village 

green the remains of an 11th Century castle can be seen, 

built for defence against the Welsh. 

There was a ferry from Newnham to Arlington from 

the 13th century until after the second world war. In the 

middle ages Newnham became a significant river port 

and in 1171 King Henry II of England staged a large 

invasion of Ireland from here. The town’s success as a 

port and trading centre continued until the opening of 

the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal in 1827. 

Newnham has a pleasant balance of housing and 

green spaces. Both the churchyard with its peace garden 

and the village green have far reaching views. The 

recreation ground is adjoined by a play area and skate 

park. There are also plenty of walks and places to relax 

down by the river. 

The ever-changing Severn Estuary at Newnham 

is valued by walkers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 

Newham is one of the best places to watch the Severn 

bore - a tidal wave flowing in from the Atlantic and 

moving upstream towards Gloucester - which attracts 

many visitors and surfers each year. 

A lively village community 

Local facilities include a surgery, pharmacy, Post 

Office and library as well as small shops. The local 

primary school and lively parish church enjoy good 

links with the community. A project to raise money 

to restore the bell tower with its peal of 8 bells is well 

underway. Local groups include a film club, history 

society, garden club, a bridge club, the Newnham 

Players, a church choir, Messy Church, WI, a football 

club and a cricket club and a rugby club. 

A rich history 

Newnham’s location on raised ground at a point 

where the Severn could be crossed has made it a 

strategic position since early times. The Romans forded 

the river at Newnham and constructed roads here as 

St Peter’s Church dates from the 14th century and 

enjoys a commanding hilltop view over the river. The 

church building was moved from an earlier site that was 

endangered by erosion by the river. An explosion during 

the Civil War in 1644 (when Newnham was garrisoned 

by the Royalists) caused much damage to the church, 

and the church needed repair again after a fire in 1881 

just after a recent renovation. 

ON THE MARKET 

Eastways, Station Road, Newnham Price £259,000 

Steve Gooch 01594 542535 mitcheldean@stevegooch.co.uk 

A four-bedroom sunny detached family home with potential for 

modernisation. Enjoys pleasant views over fields and countryside. 

With mature enclosed gardens, off-road parking and integral 

garage. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, living 

room, dining area, conservatory, kitchen, utility room and cloak 

room. Upstairs are four bedrooms and a family bathroom. 

This property is located in the centre of the popular village 

of Newnham-on-Severn, which offers a range of amenities 

including post office, chemist, newsagents, library, health centre 

and junior school. Newnham boasts a rich history and over 100 

listed buildings. It lies within the Royal Forest of Dean, on the 

A48 between Gloucester and Chepstow with easy access to the 

M4. Internal viewing is highly recommended.

Making estate agency make sense. 

Contact us on 01594 811111 

or theteam@ferrino.co.uk 

47 High Street,Lydney, Gloucs GL 15 5DD 

JOYFORD, 

COLEFORD - £450,000 

ST WHITES ROAD, 

CINDERFORD - £399,000 

BAYNHAM ROAD, 

MITCHELDEAN - £275,000 

This delightful property is the perfect example of a picture 

postcard Forest cottage. It is set in an acre of beautiful 

secluded woodland at the end of a forest track and enjoys 

a great deal of privacy without being isolated. The cottage 

has been extended and modernised without sacrificing 

any of the original character, it retains a calm and restful 

atmosphere. The cosy, comfortable accommodation includes 

a dining hall and family room both with wood burning 

stoves, a fitted kitchen, separate utility/shower room, three 

bedrooms and a family bathroom. The later addition of a 

fabulous garden room successfully combines contemporary 

open-plan living with traditional style. Situated in the 

garden is a Scandinavian style log cabin, the ideal office/ 

studio or occasional accommodation for visitors. Mirey 

Cottage is a charming home nestled in a glorious peaceful 

woodland setting, it is the perfect country retreat. 

This handsome Victorian property with attached annex is 

situated on the edge of town in the heart of the Forest 

of Dean, Gloucestershire. It is a lovely home with a huge 

amount of character. The high ceilings and tall windows 

allow daylight to flood through the house creating a bright 

and cheerful interior. The accommodation is very flexible. 

It is arranged over three floors with three double bedrooms 

and bathroom on the first floor and a one bedroom suite 

with bathroom on the second floor. The one bedroom 

annex is attached to the main dwelling. It is extremely well 

appointed and with a private access, it can be completely 

self contained. The garden is well established, there is a large 

open garage with attached workshop and plenty of parking 

space on the drive. This is a very attractive property. It is in 

close proximity to town and the surrounding woodlands, 

and also in reach of major road and rail networks. The cities 

of Gloucester and Bristol are within commuting distance. 

This modern property is situated in a quiet corner of 

the village within walking distance of the shops, schools, 

library and village pub. The layout is designed to take full 

advantage of the outlook over the village towards the 

church spire and the lovely surrounding countryside. This 

view is best appreciated from the first floor conservatory 

and raised balcony. There is plenty of accommodation 

in this spacious family home. This includes a large living 

room, kitchen/dining room, a study, four bedrooms, three 

bathrooms and a also fully fitted utility room. There is a 

store room off the parking space, the garden lies mostly 

to the side, with a further area of garden at the rear. The 

view of the property from the road is very deceiving, you 

really have to view to fully appreciate the space on offer 

and the great position. 

MARIANS WALK, 

BERRY HILL - £249,950 

This attractive cottage built in 1840 is situated in 

a very pleasant friendly neighbourhood only five 

minutes’ drive from Coleford town. It is a home 

with a huge amount of charm, character and 

individual style all enhanced by a delightful garden 

backing onto woodland. The accommodation 

includes a cosy sitting room, the focal point being 

the fireplace with inset Aga multi-fuel stove, a 

bespoke oak kitchen and dining area with central 

breakfast bar with solid oak surface and a pretty 

garden room. There are two bedrooms and loft 

room which serves as an occasional bedroom and 

family bathroom. The garden is a haven for wildlife, 

peaceful and secure. There is parking space at the 

front of the property. A lovely home in a good 

convenient location. 

RUARDEAN HILL, 

DRYBROOK - £234,995 

This delightful detached bungalow is situated in 

peaceful neighbourhood of Ruardean Hill, a lovely 

position overlooking the beautiful Forest of Dean, 

Gloucestershire. The property is very well presented. 

It has a south facing aspect that creates a bright and 

cheerful atmosphere throughout. The generously 

proportioned accommodation includes a spacious 

sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, three bedrooms, 

two being large double rooms and a well-appointed 

family bathroom. The basement room is a real bonus. 

It has been converted to a den but would lend itself as 

an office, extra bedroom or storage room. It is accessed 

from outside. The garden is low maintenance with a 

secure rear courtyard providing a sheltered space to sit 

out. There is off road parking on the drive. This is a very 

attractive home in a very pleasant friendly community. 

WHITEHILL LANE, 

DRYBROOK - £128,950 

This pretty detached stone cottage is situated on 

a quiet lane in the heart of the village, in walking 

distance of the shops, village pub and primary 

school. It is a very easily managed property, the 

open plan design and south facing aspect create a 

bright and cheerful atmosphere. It has a modern 

kitchen/dining/living room, two bedrooms, and 

a family bathroom. The Spokes is a lovely neat 

home presented in very good order throughout, an 

ideal investment property, perfect holiday cottage 

or weekend retreat. A unique village home, a 

convenient location and a very competitive price 

tag. 

ferrino.co.uk

PROPERTIES 11 

bedroom 


Walmore Common, Minsterworth, Glos 

Ferrino 01594 811111 www.ferrino.co.uk 

Price 

£549,995 




living room living room etccentral heating 


a designated world heritage nature reserve, an important biological Site of Special Scientific Interest. 




3 

bathroom 

bathroom 

4 2 

bathroom 




Walmore Common spans over 142 acres of protected grassland eight miles west of Gloucester City. The area is 

Mallards Rise is situated in the heart of the Common. It stands in three and a half acres 

of level ground which is divided into garden, orchard and paddocks. It is a practical 

family home with plenty of internal space. The accommodation includes two reception 

rooms featuring wood burning stoves, a garden room and study, kitchen/diner and large 

utility room. There are three large double bedrooms. 

parking 

All are well proportioned, very light and airy. There is a number of outbuildings, a 

double garage and workshop, open fronted barns and former stable. Mallards Rise is 

one of only three homes situated on the common, a genuinely peaceful area and a rarity 


in this modern world. It is a property of individual style in a unique environment, a 

truly remarkable location. 

LPG GAS 

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which is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

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Open 7 days per week 

No Sale - No Fee 

Free Valuations 

Chepstow Office Tel: 01291 629292 

SEVERN BRIDGE PARK, BEACHLEY 

• DETACHED PARK HOME 

• TWO BEDROOMS, MASTER WITH EN-SUITE 

• LIVING ROOM 

• KITCHEN 

• OFF ROAD PARKING 

£169,950 

MATHERN WAY, BULWARK 

• SEMI-DETACHED PROPERTY 

• THREE BEDROOMS 

• TWO RECEPTION ROOMS 

• OUTBUILDING WITH STORE ROOMS AND W.C 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN • E.E.R - E 

£249,950 

MANOR WAY, PORTSKEWETT 

• WELL PRESENTED DETACHED DORMER BUNGALOW 

• THREE BEDROOMS, ONE WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 

• TWO RECEPTION ROOMS PLUS CONSERVATORY 

• KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM AND SEPARATE UTILITY 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN 

£359,950 

MALT HOUSE CLOSE, ALVINGTON 

• SPACIOUS DETACHED PROPERTY 

• THREE DOUBLE BEDROOMS MASTER WITH EN-SUITE 

• OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINING ROOM 

• KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM AND UTILITY 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN • E.E.R - C 

£285,000 

SEDBURY CHASE, TUTSHILL 

• IMMACULATELY PRESENTED TOWN HOUSE 

• MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE 

• FURTHER THREE BEDROOMS OVER TWO FLOORS 

• TWO OFF ROAD PARKING SPACES 

• NO ONWARD CHAIN • E.E.R - C 

£295,000 

MAIN ROAD, PORTSKEWETT 

• PERIOD SEMI DETACHED PROPERTY 

• 24’ RECEPTION ROOM 

• KITCHEN AND BATHROOM 

• TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS 

• GENEROUS GARDENS, DOUBLE CAR PORT & WORKSHOP 

£239,950 

THE OLD SCHOOL HOUSE, PORTSKEWETT 

• CHARMING FORMER SCHOOL 

• SPACIOUS RECEPTION ROOM,WELL-APPOINTED KITCHEN 

• LARGE MASTER BEDROOM, EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 

• TWO DOUBLE GUEST BEDROOMS 

• FAMILY BATHROOM • E.E.R - D 

£359,950 

MANOR BARN, PORTSKEWETT 

• IMMACULATELY PRESENTED GRADE II LISTED BARN 

• THREE RECEPTION ROOMS WITH VAULTED CEILINGS 

• KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 

• THREE DOUBLE BEDROOMS TO FIRST FLOOR 

• DETACHED HOME OFFICE 

£499,950 

Magor/Undy Area 

Tel: 01633 745396 

Chepstow Lettings Office 

Tel: 01291 624881 

APARTMENT, WELSH STREET, CHEPSTOW 

• TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT 

• BATHROOM WITH SHOWER 

• ALLOCATED PARKING 

• AVAILABLE 11TH JULY 

• EPC RATING D 

£620.00 PCM 

HIGH STREET, CHEPSTOW 

• TOWN CENTRE APARTMENT 

• TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS 

• OPEN PLAN SPACIOUS LIVING AREA 

• AVAILABLE 1ST AUGUST 

• EPC RATING E 

£625.00 PCM 

HAWTHORN CLOSE, BULWARK 

• TWO BED MID TERRACED HOUSE 

• KITCHEN 

• ENCLOSED REAR GARDEN 

• AVAILABLE 9TH JULY 

• EPC RATING C 

£625.00 PCM 

ELAN WAY, CALDICOT 

• SEMI DETACHED BUNGALOW 

• TWO BEDROOMS 

• LIVING/DINING ROOM 

• AVAILABLE 11TH JUNE 


£650.00 PCM 

DANES HILL, SEDBURY 

• THREE BED SEMI DETACHED PROPERTY 

• OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINING ROOM 

• FRONT SIDE AND REAR GARDEN 

• AVAILABLE 2ND JULY 


£675.00 PCM 

BAYFIELD WOOD CLOSE, CHEPSTOW 

• DETACHED TWO BED COACH HOUSE 

• LIVING/DINING WITH BUILT-IN STORAGE OPEN TO KITCHEN 

• BATHROOM WITH BUILT-IN SHOWER 

• AVAILABLE 10TH AUGUST 


£675.00 PCM 

ST KINGSMARK AVENUE, CHEPSTOW 

• SEMI DETACHED HOME 

• THREE BEDROOMS 

• DRIVEWAY AND GARAGE 

• AVAILABLE 1ST AUGUST 

• EPC RATING 

£800.00 PCM 

DEANS GARDENS, CHEPSTOW 

• DETACHED FAMILY HOME 

• FOUR BEDROOMS 

• DRIVEWAY AND SINGLE GARAGE 

• AVAILABLE NOW 


£995.00 PCM 

www.thinkmoon.co.uk

PROPERTIES 13 

bedroom 


TO LET 

Great Barn, Mathern NP25 3TL 

Moon & Co 01291 624881 www.thinkmoon.co.uk 

£2250.00 

PCM 





living room living room etc etc 

3 3 


1 

bathroom 

central heating garage/covered parking 

bathroom 

Premium detached stone barn accessed via a coded automatic security gate and private driveway. 


Restored throughout to a high standard with premium fittings, oak detailing and natural stone flooring. 




To the ground floor there is a light and spacious entrance 

area leading onto the large living area/drawing room, 

luxury fitted kitchen/dining room with granite work 

surfaces and range cooker, separate reception room, 

study room with spiral staircase leading to a utility 

room/cellar. 

A large impressive stone staircase leads to the first floor 

with four bedrooms, two en-suites and a family bathroom. 

Under-floor heating (gas fired) serves the property along 

with double glazing, ensuring a warm home. 

Externally there is ample parking and a large detached 

garage with an electric access door. The garden is primarily 

laid to lawn with a fenced perimeter and decked seating 

area leading from the main living area, benefiting from 

the views across open countrywide. 

The property is approached by a sweeping driveway 

leading to the house itself and the garage block, with a 

further spacious area to be utilized for additional parking 

or additional garden area. To the rear of the property 

is a spacious paved patio area with stone steps (having 

4 

bathroom 

GAS 


storage space under) leading up to the drawing room 

and additional storage space for garden furniture, etc, 

under the veranda leading off the kitchen/breakfast area. 

The garden itself is level and laid to lawn, with extensive 

views across the surrounding countryside. 

Situated only a few minutes drive from main roads 

offers access to the M4 corridor for Bristol, Newport or 

Cardiff. 

Offered unfurnished and available 1st August 2018. 

No Pets. 

parking 

Severn Heights 

Situated just a stone’s throw away from Lydney town centre, Redrow’s Severn 

Heights development offers the best of both worlds for work and leisure, with 

convenient transport links and the ancient woodlands of the Forest of Dean 

nearby. 

Residents will find a wide variety of local amenities around Lydney High Street, 

and for leisure facilities, the town has its own golf club, along with an excellent choice 

of pitches and courts, a new gym and swimming pool. 

The development is ideally located for commuters and has exceptional road links 

to Gloucester and the M4 motorway for those working further afield. Chepstow is 

located just 9 miles from 

the development and Bristol 

around 27 miles. For those 

who love the great outdoors 

the Forest of Dean is just 8 

miles away and for flights, Cardiff and Bristol Airport can be reached in under an hour. 

Severn Heights also sits within the catchment area of several highly respected 

primary and secondary schools, meaning children won’t have to travel far to access 

good quality education.

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PROPERTIES 

bedroom 


17 Wyebank Close, Tutshill NP16 7ET 

pa black 01291 630876 www.pablack.co.uk 

Price 

£289,950 


2 



bathroom 

bathroom 


bathroom 




2 2 1 


A superb opportunity to purchase this well presented detached bungalow set in a highly sought after location. 

Well proportioned accommodation benefiting from two double bedrooms and a loft 

room. Larger than average plot with driveway and garage. Landscaped rear garden. 

MUST BE VIEWED! 

The kitchen is fitted with a range of base units with laminate worktops incorporating a 

one and a half sink bowl and drainer. Plumbing for washing machine. Gas cooker point 

and space for a range style cooker. Space for a fridge freezer. Wall cupboards. Radiator. 

Upvc double glazed window to the side. Opaque Upvc double glazed door to the side. 


The driveway to the front leads central central to heating a heating single garage. Landscaped front with stone chippings 



and mature shrubs. 

An impressive enclosed rear garden which has a paved patio area and access door to 

garage, tired areas with flower beds, feature pond and rockery. Steps leading up to 


paved and lawned areas. Raised flower beds. Two further patio areas. Greenhouse. 

Superb timber summer house. Two garden sheds. 

GAS 

parking 

bedroom 


Goodrich, Ross-On-Wye 

pa black 01600 714355 www.pablack.co.uk 

Price 

£500,000 





Offered for sale with no onward chain, this stone built detached property was once the stable block for the near- 


by large country house and was converted in 1975 into a two storey residential property by the previous owner. 




This imposing property sits in an elevated position above the village, with commanding 

views across some of the most stunning open countryside in the area. The property 

has extensive grounds of over an acre, and includes a slightly sloping paddock which 

reaches the village, and at one time had an access gate there. 

Just below the house there’s a large, walled courtyard with a stable block and two open 

fronted barns. To the rear of the house there is a cobbled courtyard for car parking as 

well as a garage and storage shed. The ground floor accommodation briefly comprises 

an entrance vestibule with a flagstone floor and a spiral staircase to the first floor, 

4 

bathroom 

bathroom 

2 2 

bathroom 




parking 

a spacious lounge/sitting room with a wood burning stove and open in part to the 

gallery landing, a farmhouse-style kitchen with a Rayburn range cooker, a wraparound 

conservatory which is used as a dining room, a double bedroom and a shower 


room/WC. To the first floor there’s the previously mentioned gallery landing, a spacious 

study/office area, 3 double bedrooms, a bathroom with a separate WC, and a walk-in 

store room. 

Although the property retains some of the original character and features the property 

does benefit from double glazing and central heating. EPC G. 

OIL

Sales - Monmouth 

SSTC 


Town 

House 


Great 

Location 


Village 

Location 

Llanrothal £478,500 

A stone built 3 double bedroom detached cottage in a very 

rural location and set in gardens of just under half an acre. 

The cottage is full of character and features, such as the open 

fireplaces with the wood burning stoves, ‘ledge and brace’ 

interior doors, oak floors and some beamed ceilings. EPC F. 

Abergavenny £335,000 

Located in the historic market town of Abergavenny, this Grade 

2 listed town house is close to the town centre and has been 

extensively refurbished by the present owners. The property, 

which originally dates from 1837, has been extended over time 

in order to provide a generous family home. EPC E. 

Raglan £250,000 

Raglan has a lively and friendly reputation with three Church’s, 

three pubs, two butchers, a primary school and health centre 

along with other assorted shops.... and, of course, the Castle! 

EPC C. 

Llandogo £142,000 

NEW TO THE MARKET is this lovely two bedroom property 

situated in the much sought after location of LLandogo with 

its own private garden and off road parking are just a few of 

these benefits of this home. EPC E. 


Reduced 


No Chain 


Village 

Location 

Must 

View 


Staunton £380,000 

A beautifully presented four bedroom detached home is 

situated on a private road with woodland views to the rear. 

Underfloor heating throughout, off road parking, garage, 

private garden and a yearly return of approx. £1400 pa on solar 

panels are just a few features of this wonderful property. EPC E. 

Brook Estate £199,950 

***FIRST TIME BUYER ALERT*** An extended three bedroom 

semi-detached property. Situated in the sought after location 

of Monmouth on the Brook Estate. The property offers 

downstairs cloak and utility room, light and airy living room 

open plan kitchen diner and en suite to master suite. EPC C. 

Whitchurch £250,000 

This bungalows accommodation briefly comprises an entrance 

hall, a lounge, 24ft kitchen/dining room leading to a conservatory, 

three double bedrooms and bathroom. The property includes 

oil central heating. Outside the gardens wrap around the There 

is a newly built single garage and off road parking. EPC E. 

Newton Lodge £1,400,000 

Set in well-defined grounds of over 5 acres (STM), with 

outstanding views across open countryside, Newton Lodge is 

a large 5 bedroom country house with a range of outbuildings 

and stone barns that have been converted into residential 

dwellings which provide a substantial rental income. EPC G. 

Sales - Chepstow 

NEW 


NEW 


NEW 


Reduction 

Wyebank Close £289,950 

Early viewing recommended - Well presented detached bungalow 

sought after area of Tutshill, two bedrooms cloakroom plus family 

bathroom, attic room, gas central heating UPVC double glazing 

good sized rear garden with log cabin greenhouse and two sheds, 

driveway leading to single garage. No chain. 

Monument Close £349,950 

Must be viewed four bed detached family townhouse spacious 

lounge leading to further reception room, open plan fitted 

kitchen/dining room with French doors leading to the South 

facing garden, driveway leading to garage, gas central heating 

UPVC double glazing former show home for Barratts. EPC C. 

The Paddocks £385,000 

Situated in a small cul-de-sac close to Chepstow centre, extended 

well presented family home with accommodation comprising entrance 

hallway open plan living room/dining area, fitted kitchen with granite 

work tops, four bedrooms re-fitted family bathroom, separate shower 

room with WC, gas central heating double glazing, landscaped rear 

garden with sun terrace, brick paved driveway and garage. Must be seen 

to be appreciated. EPC C. 

Rosetor, Undy £450,000 

**DECEPTIVELY SPACIOUS** Rosetor comprises five double 

bedrooms with a wonderful living space, with two receptions rooms 

and a generous kitchen diner leading to a large conservatory. This 

is an ideal family home that offer scope to grow into and develop 

further so ideal for that young family. Newly fitted block drive and 

GARAGE. Awaiting EPC. 


Planning 

applied for 


Stunning 


Coming 

Soon 


Rural 

Location 

Box Tree Cottage £325,000 

Delightful village location set in the midst of the Wye Valley 

conventional stone construction, two bedrooms renovation 

work needed, local primary schools at Trellech and Llandogo 

plus a selection of general stores for essentials. There is also a 

well know private school located in Monmouth. EPC F. 

Woolpitch, Chepstow £550,000 

**EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY THAT NEEDS TO BE VIEWED TO BE FULLY 

APPRECIATED** CALL TO BOOK YOUR TIME-SLOT TODAY** This 

immaculate newly renovated family home offers exclusivity and 

uniqueness! Open Plan, High End Bespoke Kitchen, Landscaped 

Garden, High Tech Lighting, En-suite Bathroom. Don’t miss this one. 

Little Hervells, Chepstow £650,000 

**UNDER CONSTRUCTION** Set just at the top of Chepstow 

town centre in its own private grounds Little Hervells offers the 

opportunity to combine town living with seclusion and privacy. 

These impressively built homes offer generous internal space, 

with gardens and garage. Call for further details. EPC exempt. 

Shangrila, Llanvair Discoed £560,000 

A beautifully presented four double bedroom detached family 

home with an indoor swimming pool and sauna. Located in one 

of the prettiest villages in Monmouthshire. Llanvair Discoed is 

a highly sought after village in Monmouthshire, that has been 

awarded the ‘Best Kept Village’ on several occasions. EPC F.

Guaranteed Rent 

365 days a year 

Even if the property is empty or in arrears 

01432 352116 www.northwooduk.com

PROPERTIES 17 

bedroom 


Hartleys Barn, Gorsley, Ross-On-Wye 

Parrys 01989 768484 www.parrys.com 

Price 

£385,000 






windows. There has been a lot of thought and attention to detail with quality fixtures and garage/covered fittings parking throughout. 

parking 




through a door to a downstairs double bedroom. There 

3 

bathroom 

bathroom 

bathroom 




1 2 2 

LPG 


Bespoke three-bedroom detached modern barn with cedarwood cladding and bespoke sliding sash wooden 

The accommodation comprises open plan kitchen/living 

area. The Masterclass kitchen has a central island with a 

pop-up downdraught hob extractor and has quality units 

and fittings with quartz stone worktops. The quality 

Bosch appliances include fridge freezer, combination 

microwave, oven, dishwasher and induction hob. It 

is very light and airy to the lounge area which leads 

is also a downstairs wet room and W.C. Upstairs there 

are two double bedrooms, one having an en-suite shower 

and separate W.C. Underground LPG Tank. 

The property has the benefit of Multi-Zone Underfloor 

Heating to downstairs (radiators to upstairs) and Whole 

House Heat Recovery Ventilation System and Smart 

heating control system (can be controlled by phone, PC, 

tablet). LED lighting throughout and TV aerial & data 

cabling to most rooms. Outside, there is a gated sweeping 

drive, ample parking leading to a double garage with 

automatic remote doors and loft storage, with power and 

separate workshop. The surrounding garden at the back 

of the property overlooks orchard and fields to the rear. 

parking 

bedroom 


Wyeside 

Fine & Country 01989 764132 www.fineandcountry.com 

Price 

£449,000 






four bedroom family home, finished to a very high standard and enjoying immediate access 




to beautiful countryside walks and other outdoor pursuits. 

4 

bathroom 

bathroom 

bathroom 




1 2 1 

LPG 


Positioned on one of the most scenic locations along the River Wye, Wyeside Cottage is a recently renovated 

parking 

The property consists of spacious ground floor accommodation, including a large living 

room with sliding double doors leading on to the front patio, a tasteful modern kitchendiner 

with separate utility room and a ground floor cloak room. To the first floor are 

three generous double bedrooms, two with built in storage and a lovely outlook over 

the river and surrounding woodlands, and a large modern family bathroom. On the 

second floor is the master suite, with fantastic views over the River Wye and towards 

Symonds Yat East. Symonds Yat situated in the heart of the Wye Valley is a delightful 

hamlet on the edge of the Royal Forest garage/covered parking parking parking parking 

of Dean overlooking the river Wye. It is an 

area with extensive outdoor pursuits to include canoeing, cycling and walking, as well 

as hotel, restaurant and public houses. More extensive social, cultural and shopping 

facilities can be found in the market towns of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth with their 

excellent road links.

4 4 4 C 

3 1 2 F 

4 2 2 F 

3 1 1 D 

CHEPSTOW 

Well presented extended detached 4 bed family house 

Popular location on outskirts of Town Centre 

Extensive views over open countryside 

BULWARK, CHEPSTOW 

Deceptively large 3 bed terraced house 

Extremely well presented. Very popular location 

Easy access to M48 Severn Bridge 

LLANDOGO 

Detached 4 bed country cottage 

Gated driveway providing parking for several cars 

Outstanding views over the Wye Valley & beyond 

BULWARK, CHEPSTOW 

Extended end of terrace 3 bed family home 

Very well presented 

Deceptively large level south facing gardens to rear 

Archer & Co Chepstow 01291 62 62 62 

£510,000 


£227,500 


£495,000 


£249,950 

2 1 1 C 

4 2 1 D 

3 2 2 G 

2 1 1 D 

TUTSHILL, CHEPSTOW 

Detached 2 bed bungalow 

Within walking distance of local amenities 

Level, private, low maintenance gardens to rear 


£240,000 

TRELLECH 

Spacious 4 bed detached family home 

Edge of popular village location 

Ample driveway parking plus garage 


£420,000 

DEVAUDEN 

Detached 3 bed dormer bungalow 

Well established landscaped gardens 

Gated driveway parking plus garage 


Guide price £390,000 

TINTERN 

Unique and charming cottage 

Edge of very popular village location 

Fine views 


£275,000 

3 1 2 D 

3 2 2 D 

4 2 3 C 

4 1 2 E 

ST ARVANS 

Extended end of terrace 3 bed house 

Very popular village location 

Landscaped gardens to front & rear 


Guide price £355,000 

NETHEREND, WOOLASTON 

Beautifully presented 3 bed bungalow 

Far reaching countryside views to the rear 

Ample off road parking & single garage 


£355,000 

DEVAUDEN 

Very well presented 4 bed brick built family home 

Low maintenance level, landscaped gardens to rear 

Ample driveway parking, double garage 


£460,000 

TIDENHAM, NEAR CHEPSTOW 

Four bed cottage in need of some modernisation 

Idyllic location in very popular village 

Tranquil gardens to front & rear 


£495,000 

4 1 2 D 

4 1 3 D 

4 1 3 D 

2 2 1 NEW 

RAGLAN 

Spacious 4 bed Detached Family Residence 

Level Position with Good Size Gardens 

Cul-de-sac Position 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

O.I.R.O £357,500 

NEW INN 

Superb 4 Bedroom Period Property 

3 Separate Reception Rooms 

Excellent Parking with Double Garage 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£359,950 

USK 

Conveniently Situated Detached Residence 

Well Proportioned Family Accommodation 

Well Maintained & Improved to a High Standard 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

£450,000 

BLAENAVON - PLOT 46 

Character Stone-faced Cottage 

Elevated Position with Superb Views 

2 Bedrooms (1 En Suite) 

Archer & Co Usk 01291 67 22 12 

O.I.R.O £153,950 

Associated Park Lane office

PROPERTIES 19 

bedroom 


Bridge Cottage, Tintern, Monmouthshire 

Fine & Country 01291 629799 www.fineandcountry.com 

Price 

£425,000 



3 




bathroom 

bathroom 



bathroom 




parking 

parking 


1 2 1 

Unique & individual three bedroom cottage in semi-rural location with separate annexe/studio. 


Low maintenance garden & sunken courtyard. 

This light and airy, unique, detached three bedroomed cottage is situated on the edge of 

Tintern, a village on the west bank of the River Wye, close to the border with England 

and about five miles from Chepstow and the M48 Motorway network. It is a popular 

village, well known for its exquisite countryside and spectacular scenery, and the ruined 

Cistercian Abbey. 

Approached via a wooden bridge spanning the Angiddy River, the water power which 

was instrumental in turning the wheels of industry for hundreds of years in the valley 

making it one of the earliest places in the UK to industrialise. 

The sunken courtyard garage/covered leads parking up parking to the parking parking glazed front door and the vestibule, entrance 

hall, kitchen/dining room, living room, cloakroom, three bedrooms (bedroom one with 

en-suite) and bathroom. There is also an annexe/studio which is an ideal teenagers den 

or studio. 

GAS 

parking 

bedroom 


Ty Cornel, Coed y Paen, Monmouthshire NP4 0SS Price 

Archer & Co 01291 672212 www.archerandco.com £620,000 


5 




bathroom 

Prestigious detached residence in village location with separate office annexe. 

This immaculately presented property is one of three 

prestigious detached houses built in 1998 by well known 

local builders Meadgate Homes. It enjoys a private front 

entrance from the Village road, with one other house, 

while its rear and south facing side gardens are most 

privately contained within mellow natural stone walls. 

The accommodation has been thoughtfully arranged 

to provide the 21’ sitting room with French windows 

opening onto the natural stone patio and rear garden, 

and the Kitchen and Day Room also share the same 

aspect with French Doors opening onto the patio. 

All rooms are of good proportion and upstairs four of 

bathroom 









the bedrooms are equipped with fitted wardrobes and power points, and independent alarm system. Above 

the Master bedroom benefits from a fully tiled en suite 

shower room. The specification includes fully double 

glazed windows, the front featuring leaded panes and 

all internal doors are solid light oak wood. A feature of 

particular note is the separate office/leisure room above 

the double garage. 

A tarmac drive to the front of the property provides 

parking and turning space and leads to the detached 

double garage with electrically operated up and over 

bathroom 

parking 


3 3 2 

door, side window and personal door, electric lights and 

the garage and with independent access from the garden 

is the office/leisure room with double glazed gable end 

window, two electric convector heaters, electric lighting 

GAS 

and power points, separate BT telephone line. 

The large rear garden is laid to lawn with beds of shrubs 

including clematis, hydrangea, ornamental trees and 

ground level shrubs with evergreens, perennial plants 

and spring bulbs. There are two natural stone patio areas 

to take advantage of the movement of the sun. 

parking

Chepstow 

Monmouth 

Usk 

Ross-on-Wye 

Abergavenny 

Newport 

SHIRENEWTON 

A versatile property with great potential for a variety of uses and situated within one of the more 

sought after villages in the area. Very convenient for Chepstow and the Severn Bridge. The property 

comprises a mainly stone built cottage of character which includes an impressive 32' living/dining 

room and two bedrooms. In addition, a detached converted barn, also with two bedrooms, is ideal 

for guests, two families or as a valuable source of income from long term or holiday lets. Outside 

there is ample parking and pretty surrounding gardens to each property. There is also potential, 

subject to consent, to join the two buildings into one large family home. Altogether, this provides a 

most attractive proposition with a variety of interesting opportunities depending on personal needs 

and requirements. EPC Rating: E 

PITCHING GREEN, BLAKENEY 

Nestled in magnificent countryside, this outstanding five bedroomed 'chocolate box 

cottage' of immense character and charm, the older part dating back to c1795, has been 

thoughtfully extended and beautifully refurbished with the versatile accommodation 

having enormous character with many unique features including exposed stone walls, 

beams and inglenook fireplace. Set in beautifully landscaped gardens of approximately 1 

acre, the accommodation comprises reception/dining hall, sitting room, utility room, 

ground floor bathroom, kitchen, living/dining room, library/study, five bedrooms and 

shower room. There is an ample driveway/parking and double garage. EPC Rating: E 

Forest of Dean 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 Guide price £410,000 

Fine & Country Chepstow 01291 629799 £615,000 

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SKENFRITH, MONMOUTHSHIRE 

A unique and desirable property which was built in 2014 to a high specification and 

includes a number of features expected in a quality home of this stature. Beautifully 

exposed timbers and wooden framework are depicted throughout, enhancing the 

overall natural blend of materials used to create style and character. The open layout 

provides a comfortable living arrangement along with the outdoor entertaining areas 

which take advantage of the surrounding countryside on the edge of the pretty village 

location. The substantial annexe offers an excellent convenient setting, accessed 

separately for privacy. Currently actively let for holiday use and providing income. EPC 

Rating: C 

MITCHEL TROY, MONMOUTHSHIRE 

An impressive well proportioned property offering Equestrian facilities, set in 

grounds of circa 5 acres. With a substantial two storey barn comprising loose 

boxes and storage area. Conveniently situated on the edge of the village with 

land bordering a brook. The main family home enjoys distant countryside 

views and benefits from a detached three bedroom holiday let with garden 

providing an income. EPC Rating: D 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £1,000,000 

Fine & Country Monmouth 01600 775930 £875,000

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GARWAY HILL, HEREFORD 

A delightful, well maintained, detached cottage of character with an abundance 

of original features. If you enjoy your privacy, this property is for you, tucked 

away on Garway Hill. Accessed via a well-established track, through a right of 

way which extends, across Woodland Trust land and the edge of a field. EPC 

Rating: D 

Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764132 £465,000 

HOWLE HILL 6.5 ACRES 

Located in a beautiful woodland setting offering peaceful and scenic 

surroundings, beautiful views and well maintained gardens, all in a plot of 

approximately 6.5 acres. The property has been thoughtfully extended over 

the years, with the original building constructed in the 18th century. The 

ground floor is exceptionally spacious, with several large reception rooms, and 

four double bedrooms to the first floor. The property is very private with a 

real feeling of solitude, yet offers easy access to the nearby market town of 

Ross on Wye and the nearby road networks. EPC Rating: E 

Fine & Country Ross-on-Wye 01989 764132 £795,000 

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RAGLAN 

Castle View Farm lies in a superb slightly elevated position on the outskirts of the village 

of Raglan and stands within approximately 7 acres of pasture land. The accommodation 

offered is spacious and ideally suited to a family home, however, has flexible 

accommodation which could easily be adapted for multi generational living if required. 

Externally the property has a stable block situated adjacent to the main property which 

is currently used as a gymnasium/laundry room etc in which is also an external shower 

area which has been utilised in tandem with the entertaining area in which is situated the 

hot tub and patio area. EPC Rating: F 

TROSTREY, NEAR USK 

Situated approximately 3 miles equidistant between Raglan and Usk the property comprises a most 

imposing double fronted detached Victorian residence standing in approximately 1.25 acres and set 

in an elevated rural locality with outstanding & far reaching views across Monmouthshire. The family 

residence set in tranquil rural surroundings has the benefit of 4 reception rooms, well fitted kitchen, 6 

bedrooms, 3 bathroom/shower rooms and offers well proportioned family accommodation which 

could easily be utilised for multi generational living. It is the Agents opinion that to appreciate the 

many unusual and unique features contained within this property an internal inspection is essential. 

EPC Rating: F 

Fine & Country Usk 01291 672034 £780,000 

Fine & Country Usk 01291 672034 £895,000

22 FRONT COVER HOME 

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Detached four bedroom country cottage with gated driveway providing parking for several cars. 


Outstanding views over the Wye Valley & beyond. 

This unique and individual character cottage sits in an 

elevated position above the village of Llandogo which 

was once a port, renowned for building the trow’ a flatbottomed 

river boat which until the 19th Century was 

used for trading up and down the River Wye. 

There are a plethora of local walks along the river bank 

and up through the village to Cleddon Shoots (a site 

of special scientific interest) and towards the village of 

Trellech. The Wye Valley Walk runs along the top of the 

village and the Offa’s Dyke walk is just across the river. 

The village itself is a designated conservation area. 

The property is approached off a quiet country lane 

through its own driveway which provides ample parking 

for several cars and commands truly magnificent views 

out over the Wye Valley and beyond. 

The accommodation comprises utility/boot room, kitchen, 

lounge/dining area, inner hall/study, sun lounge/dining 

room, shower room, four bedrooms and bathroom. 

parking 

parking 

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The idyllic gardens of this property are of a sloping nature, 

well landscaped with many mature trees and shrubs with 

the jewel in the crown’ being the truly magnificent views 

over the Wye Valley. 

The raised deck area is positioned to make the most of 

those views. Lawns, pond, meandering paths leading to 

various further seating areas and further patio/barbecue 

area. Outdoor storage, outside lighting.

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ADVICE 

25 

Property Fraud 

Increased publicity regarding cases of property fraud over the past few years have highlighted 

the need for all involved in the conveyancing process to be alert to the risks. 

Property is a valuable asset which can be sold or mortgaged to raise money and 

that is why it can be an attractive target for fraudsters. Sellers and Buyers 

can be impersonated by Fraudsters using fictitious ID; there are also cases of 

conveyancing firms being “cloned” by fraudsters including setting up fake websites, 

letter heads and e-mail accounts. 

Conveyancing Firms, Estate Agents, Lenders and Financial Advisors are all 

required to comply with the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations which include 

taking steps to check and verify clients ID and ensure the legitimacy of the other 

parties in the process. This can be frustrating for individuals who may be asked to 

provide ID numerous times throughout the process, but making thorough checks at 

the outset will help guard against property fraud. 

You are more at risk of property fraud if: - 

• your identity’s been stolen 

• you rent out your property 

• you live overseas 

• the property is empty 

• the property isn’t mortgaged 

• the property isn’t registered with the HM Land Registry 

There are some relatively simple steps that individuals can take to guard against 

property fraud which include: - 

• Arranging for the property to be registered with HM Land Registry – you may 

need the assistance of a Solicitor or Conveyancer for this 

• Ensuring that the Land Registry have correct and up to date information about 

you (e.g. your contact address) 

• Signing up to the Land Registry Property Alert Service – if someone tries to 

change your property title register, the Land Registry will notify you so that you 

can take action if it is a change that you weren’t expecting 

• Put a Restriction on your title – this will prevent the Land Registry registering a 

sale or mortgage unless a Solicitor or Conveyancer certifies that the application 

is made appropriately 

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26 THROUGH THE KEY HOLE 

Barn’s special magic 

Sharon Chilcott visits a 400-year-old barn which weaves a spell with its 

careful detailing and ‘masterful’ master suite. 

Sharon Chilcott 

This was the conversion that finally converted Janet 

Dennis to her husband’s way of thinking – never a fan of 

the idea of living in a renovated farmyard complex, she 

had tended to dismiss the idea of barns entirely. 

“This was the one that changed my mind,” she says. “Mike 

had always wanted a barn. I never had as they are often close 

together in complexes. We came down here for a holiday and 

saw the advert in the local paper. When we came down the 

long drive and through the gate into the courtyard I said, if 

I am going to live in a barn, this is looking promising! From 

there on, it just got better. The kitchen is fabulous, there are 

rural views from every window and when we walked into the 

master bedroom, I just turned to Mike and said, that’s it, this is 

the one. We hadn’t really intended to buy in this area – it was 

just the right property.” 

The Barn, Gamberhead Farm is set in a spread-out 

scattering of renovated farm buildings near the Herefordshire 

village of Wormelow, with its thriving village shop and post 

office. It’s approached along a dedicated, private drive which 

leads past an orchard which the couple have had planted 

with apple, pear and plum trees. When they first viewed it 

nine years ago, the 400-year-old stone barn had been newly 

converted to a high standard, with extensive use of oak for 

the ledge and brace doors and surrounds, bespoke staircase 

and galleried landing and for the impressive, solid wood 

kitchen, which is finished off with granite worktops. “I love 

this kitchen because it is so well designed,” says Janet. “It just 

works. Everything is built in and it’s got lots of space to walk 

all around it. Mike can make a cup of tea and I can be making 

pastry and we are not falling over one another. The ‘prep’ island

27 

in the middle is brilliant. When our grandchildren come and we harvest the apples we 

stand all around it to make apple pies.” 

The imaginative design cleverly blends the old and the new. Features like the 

upstairs arrow slit windows are reminders of the barn’s heritage. All the upstairs rooms 

are open to the restored, oak-beamed eaves and beamed ceilings and flagstone flooring 

throughout the downstairs give a rustic flavour. Yet, overall, the accommodation has a 

contemporary feel, is well-planned and practical and includes some inspired features 

– like the half-landing and galleried landing which make the most of the rural outlook 

and the masterful master suite which, for Janet, was this barn’s key selling point. Janet 

has kept the furnishings simple and colour co-ordinated, incorporating quality oak 

furniture and bespoke sofas and chairs, in mix-and-match colours. “That way I can 

swop things around,” she says. It’s a natural response to the flexibility of the space in 

this barn. Currently, the couple have a dining area downstairs and a sitting area on the 

gallery landing, but it would work equally well the other way round. 

Natural light floods 

into the downstairs 

dining area from the 

glazed entrance door and 

floor-to-ceiling glazed 

windows at the front 

of the property and the 

full-height windows at 

the back. Open plan to 

the kitchen, it makes a 

wonderful entertaining 

space. “You can sit at the 

table and look straight 

out at the garden and 

views.” says Mike. 

Leading off the dining area, along a corridor past the downstairs cloakroom and 

utility room, is a drawing room which is equally bathed in natural light from double 

glazed doors and side panels which look out over the paved garden terrace. When 

Janet and Mike moved in, the expanse of land at the back of the house was a field 

almost waist high in grass. Janet called on Alex Graham-Cameron (Demeter Designs), 

a garden designer she had previously used, who came down from Lincolnshire to help 

her transform it into a neatly-laid out lawn, with specimen trees, planted borders, 

box hedges and a circular maze of clipped yew and box hedging, which discretely 

disguises the property’s private treatment plant. In front of the barn, there’s a gravelled 

parking area with a three-bay carport and storage area alongside and there is also a 

useful outside storage shed. 

Set in the grounds there’s a summerhouse with a decked terrace for relaxing and 

opening from the dining area another area of raised decking creates a convenient place 

for entertaining. A flagstone terrace along the front of property is another lovely place 

to sit and enjoy the surroundings. 

Rural views can be enjoyed from the half-landing on the open tread staircase 

and further up, on the galleried landing, the couple have created a cosy seating area, 

looking out over the garden through the full height windows, which have electric 

blinds for shade on sunny days. 

To one side of the landing are two guest bedrooms, full of character, with exposed 

beams and arrow slit windows (complemented by added skylight windows). A roof 

ladder from one of the bedrooms leads to an attic playroom. “It was wasted space so 

we had it carpeted. Mike likes doing puzzles, which he can keep out up there and our 

grandchildren love to use it as a hideaway,” says Janet. 

Across the galleried landing is a family bathroom and opposite this, the smallest 

guest bedroom has been fitted out as a dressing room. Janet had the dressing table 

and cupboards tailor made to fit the space. “I didn’t want modern units; I wanted 

something in keeping with the property so we had them all hand made in a rustic 

design. But, these could all come out if someone wanted to turn this back into a 

bedroom,” she adds. 

And finally, to the wow factor, the master bedroom. With windows all along the 

end, stretching to the eaves, it gives views to the gardens and, at night, the stars. 

Janet has placed two club chairs to take advantage of the outlook and when their 

grandchildren come to stay, the couple use it as a space to relax and escape. 

Janet chose a really pretty fabric for the bed cover, with raised red roses on it, and 

the soft furnishings and bedside lamps are co-ordinated to match. 

The master bedroom has a stylish en-suite shower room in one corner and set into 

the eaves is an attractively-designed mezzanine, which the couple use for extra storage. 

They ended up in Herefordshire by accident but Janet and Mike soon fell in love 

with their home here and had originally intended it for their retirement. Now, family 

ties are pulling them back to Lincolnshire. “We love the area; when we come here we 

always feel as if we are on holiday, it is so relaxing,” says Janet. “I will so miss it.” 

Get the Look 

The bed in the master bedroom is from Simply Stunning, The Park, Wormelow, 01981 541144 www.simplystunningfurniture.co.uk 

The stylish drawer units for the mezzanine above the master bedroom were hand made by Onnen Furniture, Monmouth, 07957 136093 

Janet couldn’t resist this glass dish from La Piazza, 76 Monnow Street, 01600 716831 www.lapiazza-monmouth.co.uk 

Get the Lifestyle 

The Barn, Gamberhead 

Farm, Wormelow is on the 

market for £699,000 with 

Parrys Fine and Country, 

52 Broad Street, Ross on 

Wye 01989 764132 

www.fineandcountry.com

28 NEWS 

New proposals to support 

Welsh farmers unveiled 

Cabinet Secretary for Energy, Planning and Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths has launched 

a consultation on a new Land Management Programme to support Welsh farmers post-Brexit, 

replacing the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). 

new trading environment. We have the chance to design a ‘Made in Wales’ system 

that works for Welsh farmers and our communities. 

“The Programme marks a significant change. That is why we want to see a phased 

transition that balances time needed for change with the need to provide timely 

support. 

“Our new programme aims to keep farmers farming on their land and will enable 

the sector to thrive in a post-Brexit world.” 

The latest Welsh Government Brexit paper, Brexit and our Land, proposes two 

new large and flexible schemes to replace Basic Payment Scheme (BPS), Glastir 

and other parts of the Rural Development Programme. 

The programme will consist of the following two schemes: 

The Economic Resilience Scheme will provide targeted investment to land 

managers and their supply chains. It will provide investment to increase 

competitiveness and make improvements in resilience and productivity for highquality 

food production. 

The Public Goods Scheme will provide a new income stream to land managers 

delivering public goods from the land. It will enable them to help address challenges 

such as climate change mitigation, habitat loss, poor air and water quality. 

All land managers will have the opportunity to benefit from the new schemes, not 

just those currently receiving CAP. However, people will need to do things differently 

in return for this support. 

No changes will be made to the existing BPS scheme in 2018 and 2019 and all 

current Glastir contracts will continue to be honoured. From 2020, work will begin to 

move to the new schemes, including a phased reduction in BPS as new schemes come 

on-stream. The ambition is to have the new schemes fully in place by 2025 using 

existing high-performing Rural Payments Wales systems. 

The proposals will be subject to extensive consultation until October, working 

closely with key partners. A white paper setting out detailed proposals will be 

published next spring and we will publish a Bill before the end of this Assembly 

session to make provision for the reform. Funding from old schemes will not be 

withdrawn until new schemes are ready. 

Currently, the Common Agricultural Policy provides around £300m a year of 

support for Welsh land managers. The Brexit and our Land paper reiterates the 

importance that Wales should not lose a penny from leaving the EU and calls on the 

UK Government to urgently confirm that Wales will maintain its current share of 

funding. 

Cabinet Secretary said: “Welsh land matters. Over 90% of Welsh land is in the 

hands of our farmers, foresters or other stewards of the landscape. How land is 

managed matters to us all and our land managers have the potential to produce 

outcomes of huge importance to Wales. 

“Once we leave the EU, our access to markets and how we compete will change 

so maintaining the status quo is not an option. Exiting the EU means we have to do 

things differently and now is the time to prepare. We need to change how we support 

our farmers and agriculture sector to make them sustainable and able to thrive in a

HOME IMPROVEMENTS 

29 

The Top 10 Design Tips for converting 

an agricultural building into a 

stunning home, by award-winning 

Herefordshire architect Garry Thomas 

• Preserve the building’s original form 

and character 

Planning policy is all about preserving the heritage asset or its landscape character. 

Use original features like lean-tos and cat-slide roof additions for storage spaces, 

garages or even the energy centre to support your new home. 

• Use like-for-like materials and traditional 

techniques 

Use the following advice to convert an agricultural building 

into a stunning grand design home of your own. 

It is important to use the old build techniques to kept the historic structure in tact 

and help prolong its life e.g. lime mortar instead of cement. Cement accelerates the 

decay of an old building as it is too hard and causes the stone or brickwork to crack 

or weather badly. Lime is a flexible material and allows old buildings to move and flex 

throughout the year. 

• Minimise the subdivision of internal space to 

preserve openness 

Preserve as much of the traditional details and spaces as possible as it adds 

substantial value and character to your home. Adding internal dividing walls will lead 

to cracking and movement issues. It is far better to embrace open plan living and all 

that lovely space. 

• Keep the roof structure open and visible 

Old buildings use sizeable timber trusses and purlins throughout their roof 

structure. They reveal history and add particular character and value to your home 

like carpenters marks, candle flame burns, traditional pegged joints and even patched 

repairs. 

• Use existing openings and minimise the formation 

of new ones 

Make sure your architect designs a plan interior to fit the existing agricultural 

building. It takes experience but there is always a design solution around an existing 

structure. Change the design first, don’t change the old building if you can help it. 

• Steer away from ‘domestic-style’ windows and 

‘off-the-peg’ joinery 

Avoid modern off-the-peg products if you can. While hand made and bespoke may 

cost a bit more to begin with, it will last longer and add value to your home. 

• Keep any new additions sensitive in scale and 

style 

Try to allow the old building to be the main dominate design feature and ‘bolt ons’ 

should be recessive and not detract. Use scale and style with care - your architect will 

be familiar with how best to use these to maximise the design effect. 

• Alternative infilling - keep any links transparent 

using frameless glazing 

Old farm buildings by their nature are spread out and have interconnecting parts 

and links. If two separate buildings are not far apart, a glazed link may be possible. 

A minimal frame will allow the old buildings to shine through and there’s so much 

budget-friendly glass technology around now. 

• Avoid inserting floors that cut across window 

openings 

The height of agricultural buildings means that floors can be inserted with ease. 

However, window openings and levels often won’t conform, so measure the window 

sills and heads first to understand exactly where the floor levels will fall and arrange 

your design to work with them. 

• Keep flues and soil vent pipes hidden or on minor 

elevations 

Traditional agricultural buildings seldom have chimneys. Due to building 

regulations flues have to penetrate the roof level by quite some distance and the 

minimum wood burner flue length is 4.5m, so it is important to factor these into the 

design because, if they are located badly, they will detract in the roof scape. 

Find more useful free building and planning information on Garry’s website 

www.thomasstudio.co.uk or contact him on 07747 478079 / 01432 860338 or 

info@thomasstudio.co.uk.

LLANSOY, USK 

SELLACK, ROSS ON WYE 

SSTC 

2.64 

acres 

Wern Cottage 

• Beautiful rural position with stunning views 

• Two bedroom detached bungalow in need of modernisation 

• Pretty gardens | Detached garage 

• Potential for extension (STPP) 

• EPC Rating: D 

Guide Price - £345,000 

RAGLAN, USK 

The Grove 

• Beautiful situation and position in the rural hamlet of Sellack, Ross on Wye 

• Good accessibility to the major road networks of South West/South Wales 

• Stunning Grade II Listed property boasting a wealth of character features 

• Carefully refurbished | Seven Bedrooms | Paddocks 

• Further land and Barns available by separate negotiation | EPC Rating: E 


PENALLT, MONMOUTH 

SPECIALIST RURAL PROPERTY AGENTS 

Hillcrest 

• Convenient for access to nearby A40 & A449 

• Spacious accommodation 

• Three bedrooms 

• Gardens to front and rear 

• EPC Rating: E 

• Also available with building plot 


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The Orchard 

• Sought after location in the popular 

village of Penallt 

• Spacious four bedroom detached 

bungalow 

• Detached workshop with potential (STPP) 

• Beautiful private gardens 

• EPC Rating: D 


PENALLT, MONMOUTH 

LYDART, MONMOUTH 

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acres 

The Old Post Office 

• Sought after location in the popular village of Penallt 


• Three bedroom property in need of refurbishment 

• Good sized private gardens | Garage/Workshop 

• Building plot also available by separate negotiation | EPC Rating: E 


Little Box Cottage 

• Superb position within the rural hamlet of Lydart, five minutes from Monmouth 


• Character three/four bedroom cottage | Stunning views 

• Summer Kitchen | Stabling | Paddocks | Woodland 

• Paddocks extending to approximately 9 acres | EPC Rating: E 


www.powellsrural.co.uk

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Little Box Cottage, Lydart, Monmouth 

Powells 01600 714140 www.powellsrural.co.uk 

Price 

£730,000 

Little Box Cottage is a characterful rural retreat with superb views, situated in the small hamlet of Lydart. 

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Dating back to approximately 1746 the property, along with its stabling and nine acres 

of paddocks, certainly offers an attractive country package. 

The property offers a family kitchen and two large reception rooms. Three/four 

bedrooms on first floor offer flexible accommodation. A ‘Summer Kitchen’ provides 

an outstanding outdoor entertaining space on an elevated terrace with stunning 

elevated views over surrounding countryside and towards the Welsh hills. There is an 

equestrian yard with two stables and a tack room, a small barn, useful for livestock 

and storage and a double garage/workshop. Varied land, with a mixture of amenity, 

woodland, pasture and paddocks extends to approximately nine acres in total. 


Little Box Cottage offers 

central 

the 

heating 

opportunity to acquire a good sized landholding, ideal 


for equestrian bathroom bathroom or smallholding use, in a stunning garage/covered rural position, parking parking 

yet still offering good 

accessibility- to the major road networks of the M4/M5/M50. 

garage/covered garage/covered parking parking parking 

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ESTATE AGENCY SALES NEGOTIATOR 

Monmouth 

A superb new opportunity has arisen within our expanding agency 

sector for a dynamic, driven and experienced Sales Negotiator 

to progress a range of premium estate agency sales instructions 

of rural residential property. 

An exceptional candidate is sought which will have ideally existing 

estate agency experience and strong client/applicant interpersonal 

skills, along with the drive and passion to develop and secure new 

instructions, and deliver a first class professional service to clients. 

We are seeking a committed, ambitious and personable individual to 

handle all aspects of sales instructions for vendors of country houses, 

village houses, cottages, smallholdings and equestrian properties. 

Existing agency experience preferred. 

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For the successful candidate excellent opportunities exist 

for career development. 

Rewarding financial package dependant on experience & results. 

For a Job Role Information Sheet containing further details, 

and/or for a fully confidential discussion, 

please contact David Powell Managing Director 

07841 204060, david.powell@powellsrural.co.uk 

Singleton Court Business Park, Monmouth NP25 5JA 

Email: enquiries@powellsrural.co.uk 

Telephone: 01600 714140 

www.powellsrural.co.uk

ADVICE 

33 

Self employed Mortgage 

Q&A with Blestium 

Martin Newell 

Can I get a mortgage if I’m self employed? 

Yes, you can still get a mortgage if you are self-employed, but there may be more 

information you will need to provide. Here is what you need to know about getting a 

mortgage and being self-employed 

What counts as self-employed? 

You will be classed as self-employed if you own around 25 percent of a business, a 

limited company or if you are a sole trader or in a partnership. 

Is it difficult to get a mortgage if you’re self-employed? 

It can sometimes be more difficult to get a self-employed mortgage than it may 

have been before the recession, but this is the case with mortgages generally. 

You now need to get your income verified by an accountant or HMRC when you 

apply for a mortgage, because all lenders will want to assess your ability to repay. 

Can you still get a self-certification mortgage? 

No, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) banned self-certification mortgages in 

2011. This stopped people applying for mortgages where they did not have to prove 

their income. 

Who can get a self-employed mortgage? 

Most lenders are happy to give mortgages to self-employed people if: 

• You have been trading for at least three years. 

• You have two years of accounts or self-assessment tax returns available. There 

are a few mortgage lenders that will consider an application with one years 

accounts if accompanied with a healthy income projection for the upcoming 

year. 

Some stricter lenders may want to see a prediction of your future clients or 

contracts, to make sure you can afford your mortgage repayments. 

Speaking to Blestium Financial Services can help you find the right deal, and meet 

the requirements for a successful application. 

How is a self-employed mortgage calculated? 

The amount you can borrow and the way it’s calculated depends on the lender, 

which is why it is important to shop around for the best deal. 

Some lenders set the amount you can borrow based on your previous few years’ 

income, whereas others calculate it based on only your previous year of trading. 

They will also calculate your mortgage offer differently, depending on your legal 

status: 

For sole traders and partnerships, lenders take net profits as income. 

For limited companies, the lenders look at salary and dividends. In some cases, 

they look at salary and net profit of the company. 

The problem lenders face when deciding how much to lend to you often lies in 

the difficulty of establishing your regular income. For example, you might have quiet 

months or years, or periods when your business does better. This could distort the 

amount of money that a lender would offer you. 

How to improve your chances of getting accepted 

The length of time you have been trading is incredibly important, so time your 

application accordingly. 

Make sure your accounts are up to date, perhaps by using an accountant. You 

should also know your net profit before tax. 

You can do a self-assessment, by filling out a SA302 form in order to prove your 

income. If you have been trading for a while, it’s likely that you will already have 

completed a self-assessment tax return. 

Can you get the same offers as people who are employed? 

Yes, there is no reason why being self-employed should limit the mortgage deals 

available to you. Most lenders do not discriminate on this basis. 

Like employed buyers, you can help your chances of getting accepted for a 

mortgage by having: 

• A healthy deposit 

• A good credit rating 

• The ability to cover your mortgage repayments 

Look at all your options, and make sure you have the evidence you need to prove 

that you are able to repay the loan. 

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34 INVESTMENTS 

Properties in Welsh holiday lettings hotspots 

see highest price increases in 2018 

Second Estates, the UK’s first holiday property fund, analysed price data from HM Land Registry to find that 

holiday lettings hotspots in Wales have seen the highest price increases in the UK over the past twelve months. 

A popular holiday letting area, the Forest of Dean has seen prices increase by 7% over the past year up to £351,315, 

on average, whilst homes in the Brecon Beacons increased in value by 6% to £233,965. 

Popular holiday destinations close to London have also seen strong increases 

over the past twelve months. Locations within a two-hour drive of London such 

as the Kent Downs and Isle of Sheppey have seen price increases of 4% and 

average properties now selling for £343,481 and £252,960 respectively. 

Well-known holiday locations in Cornwall such as St Austell, Bideford and 

Mousehole have also seen gains as the tourist industry has seen a ‘Brexit Bounce’. 

This provides a marked contrast to prime second home locations like Salcombe and 

Sandbanks that have seen declines in prices mirroring the softness in prime London 

prices. 

2018 top 10 holiday letting property sales value increases 

Location 

Average Price 

Increase in 

past 12 months 

Forest of Dean, Wales £351,315 +7% 

Brecon Beacons, Wales £233,965 +6% 

Cranborne Chase, Wiltshire £300,620 +5% 

Kent Downs, Kent £343,481 +4% 

Isle of Sheppey, Kent £252,960 +4% 

Malvern Hills, Worcestershire £413,361 +4% 

St. Austell, Cornwall £221,570 +4% 

Bideford, Cornwall £273,888 +4% 

Mousehole, Cornwall £291,275 +3% 

Suffolk Coast & Heaths, Suffolk £342,393 +3% 

Prices in Wales have primarily been driven by a surge in transactions as people 

rushed to complete purchases ahead of the switch from stamp duty to the new Land 

Transaction Tax which came into effect on 1st April 2018. Locations such as the Forest 

of Dean and Brecon Beacons are consistently popular for second homes and holiday 

lets and investors. 

Alistair Malins, CEO of Second Estates, says, “Holiday lettings can provide 

investors with better returns than buy to let properties, but knowing where to invest 

is key. Well-known locations like Salcombe may seem like obvious options, but 

properties are prohibitively expensive and prices have stalled in recent years. We’re 

Highest sales volume growth since 2016, by postcode district 

Postcodes seeing the highest increase in sales since 2016 

compared to the previous 2 years. 

Postcode 

Sales Volume Growth 

FLA19 - Bootle, Lake District 154% 

LL44 - Dyffryn Ardudwy, North Wales 143% 

SA39 - Pencader, Mid Wales 126% 

SA68 - Cresselly/Saundersfoot, South Wales 107% 

LL47 - Portmeirion/Talsarnau, North Wales 89% 

LL71 - Llanerch-y-medd, North Wales 89% 

LL49 - Porthmadog, North Wales 85% 

SA19 - Llandeilo/Brecon Beacons, South Wales 82% 

LL32 - Conwy, North Wales 81% 

SY18 - Llanidloes, North Wales 79% 

LL37 - Llwyngwril, North Wales 75% 

TD12 - Coldstream, Scottish Borders 75% 

LL35 - Aberdyfi, North Wales 73% 

NE19 - Kielder Forest, Northumberland 73% 

SA65 - Fishguard, South Wales 71% 

starting to see a resurgence in less expensive seaside locations that are starting to 

catch up with their more glamorous neighbours. Wales also offers great value and it’s 

unsurprising investors have moved swiftly to snap up properties and avoid the hike in 

transaction costs. 

“Second Estates is the first fund to operate in this market, making it easier for 

sophisticated investors, family offices and institutions to benefit from these returns 

without the associated hassle. We use booking and valuation data to intelligently 

predict the highest yielding properties in high value regions to pinpoint properties 

that will deliver an excellent return for investors. We also manage the properties 

on behalf of investors, to maximise occupancy rates. This drives the best yields for 

investors, whilst also delivering more vital tourist income for local communities”.

NEWS 

35 

Monmouthshire Letting Service to offer 

landlords free advice and support 

Monmouthshire County Council’s lettings service will offer its unique knowledge and guidance 

to a range of towns across the county this summer. 

Monmouthshire Letting Service (MLS), which prides itself on providing a ‘no fee hassle free’ 

lettings experience, hopes to encourage more landlords to sign up to the service. 

Monmouthshire Letting Service (MLS) is a letting agency with a difference 

where both landlord and tenant are listened to and valued equally. The team 

have a breadth of experience and are eager to offer advice and support to 

help landlords with the daunting journey of letting out a home. 

The friendly team can help landlords get the best tenants for their properties. MLS 

offers free quarterly property inspections, a non-emergency repairs service, out of 

hours emergency call out and guaranteed rental payments. 

A payment of up to £1,500 is available for landlords willing to offer longer periods 

of settled accommodation. The team hope that this will increase the number of 

properties available for households who struggle to find accommodation in their home 

communities. 

The team will be on hand to talk to landlords at the following locations: 

• Tuesday 17th July 9.30am - 2.00pm Abergavenny Market 

• Friday 20th July 9.30am - 2.00pm Monmouth Market 

• Tuesday 24th July 9.30am - 2.00pm Caldicot Market 

• Thursday 26th July 10.30am - 2.00pm Chepstow, Beaufort Square 

County Councillor Bob Greenland, cabinet member with responsibility for housing 

said: “Landlords with properties in Monmouthshire looking for a no fee, hassle-free 

lettings experience should go along and talk to the team at MLS. I encourage landlords 

to seek advice and sign up to theMonmouthshire Lettings Service. We need to 

enable people of all ages to stay within the county and this is a great opportunity for 

landlords to help communities stay together.” 

For more details on the service offered by MLS contact Lindsay Stewart on 

01291 635713 or email: mls@monmouthshire.gov.uk. 

Are you a 

LANDLORD 

with properties in 

Monmouthshire and North Gwent. 

And looking for a ‘no fee hassle free’ 

lettings experience? 

If you are then come and talk to the team at 

Monmouthshire Letting Service (MLS) - We are a 

letting agency with a difference where both the landlord 

and the tenant are listened to and valued equally. 

The team will work with you to help manage and advertise your 

property as well as find you vetted tenants; and for a limited 

period only we offer a ‘golden welcome’ package. 

For more details on our service 

and what we offer, please contact 

Lindsay Stewart on 01291 635713 / 

e-mail: mls@monmouthshire.gov.uk. 

Ydych chi’n 

LANDLORD 

gyda eiddo 

yn Nhrefynwy a Gogledd Gwent. 

Ac yn edrych am brofiad gosod 

‘dim tâl dim trafferth’ ? 

Os ydych, dewch i siarad a’r tîm Monmouthshire Letting 

Service (MLS) - Rydym yn asiant gosod gyda gwahaniaeth 

lle rydym yn gwrando a gwerthfawrogi y landlord a’r tenant 

yn gydradd. 

Bydd y tîm yn gweithio gyda chi i helpu rheoli a hysbysebu eich 

eiddo a darganfod tenantiaid sydd wedi ei dilysu; ac am gyfnod 

cyfyngedig rydym yn cynnig pecyn ‘croeso euraidd’. 

Am fwy o fanylion am ein 

gwasanaethau a chynigion, 

cyswlltwch â Lindsey Stewart 

ar 01291 635713 / 

e-bost:mls@monmouthshire.gov.uk.

36 MARKETS 

Returning to 

‘Bank of Mum and Dad’: 

more Second Steppers rely on family and friends 

to move up the property ladder 

• A third of Second Steppers need an average of £25,450 support from family and friends to help take the next step 

• Nearly three-fifths (58%) also said that without financial support, they wouldn’t be able to make their next move 

• Bank of Mum and Dad makes significant sacrifices to help, with almost half planning to downsize in order to help plug 

the gap 

Many homeowners ready to take their second step on the property ladder now 

rely on financial help from family and friends to help make the jump from 

their first home, according to the latest Lloyds Bank Second Steppers report. 

More Second Steppers are having to borrow from family and friends to trade up 

the property ladder, with one third (33%, up from 27% last year) saying that they 

require financial support from their mum and dad, grandparents or friends. 

The average amount that Second Steppers expect to borrow has also increased by 

over £4,000 (£4,219) compared to last year to £25,450, despite 57% having already 

received financial support for their first property worth an average of £19,824. 

In addition, nearly three-fifths (58%) say they wouldn’t be able to make their next 

move up the home-owning ladder without generous family and friends coming to the 

rescue. 

As well as using equity from their current property (62%) and personal savings 

(39%), over one in five (22%) second steppers will mainly look to borrow from 

the Bank of Mum and Dad to raise the deposit required to fund their next move. 

Grandparents will also be asked to support (13%) and even friends (6%). 

Parents make sacrifices to help their 

children to make the next move 

Where second steppers look to borrow from the Bank of Mum and Dad, parents 

have had to make sacrifices. Over half (54%) will raid their own savings to provide 

help and just under half (48%) of these plan to downsize to release more equity to 

support their kids. Two-fifths also plan to remortgage to raise money to give to their 

children so they can trade up the property ladder. Just under a third (29%) also 

said they will sell another property to help and nearly a fifth (19%) said they would 

sacrifice holidays or hobbies in order to support their offspring. (Table 1) 

The challenges that Second Steppers 

face impacts family planning 

But movers are also planning to make sacrifices to sell their first home and achieve 

their second property aims. Almost three in ten (28%) Second Steppers have said that 

they will have fewer children than originally planned due to the challenges they have 

faced whilst trying to make the next move. This is up by 16% from last year. More 

Second Steppers are also delaying having children due to the difficulties faced. 

Andrew Mason, mortgage products director at Lloyds Bank, said: 

“Support from generous family and friends remains vital in helping Second 

Steppers in taking the next step on the property ladder, despite more Second Steppers 

now feeling optimistic about the housing market. 

“We continue to see parents make big sacrifices as their children return for help 

with housing for a second time. However, to ease the burden on parents, we are seeing 

more Second Steppers plan ahead for their next big move by saving and paying more 

to their mortgage.” 

Two in five Second Steppers say that 

market conditions have improved 

Although today’s Second Steppers need to borrow more from family and friends, 

two in five (40%) say that conditions have improved since last year. There has also 

been an increase in the number of Second Steppers who are saving to support their 

next move, with 67% saying that they are making regular contributions to their 

savings, a slight increase from last year (61%). The number of Second Steppers 

overpaying their mortgage to help increase equity has also increased from 41% to 47%. 

The gap between the sale of a Second Steppers’ current property and the cost 

of their perfect home – usually a detached property – is now £135,985. However, 

the average equity level of £85,877 can help reduce this gap by 63%, meaning that 

Second Steppers need to add an extra £50,108 to their existing mortgage. 

Financial support isn’t the only thing 

stopping Second Steppers 

Finding the right home remains a key issue for Second Steppers, with just over a 

quarter (26%) saying that they have not found the right property yet and 25% saying 

that there is a lack of affordable property available. 

These, and other factors, resulted in six in ten Second Steppers wanting to make 

the move last year not being able to do so which will have an impact on the number of 

properties available to first- time buyers. 

New Housing Minister appointed 

Kit Malthouse has been appointed housing minister to 

replace Dominic Raab who was promoted to Brexit secretary 

following the resignation of David Davis. 

Malthouse becomes the 15th housing minister in the past 17 years. He became an MP in 

2015 representing North West Hampshire and since the beginning of the year has been 

parliamentary under secretary of state in the Department of Work and Pensions, looking 

after family support, housing and child maintenance.

NEWS 

37 

It’s coming home: England 

wins the World Property Cup 

The 52 year wait is over for England as the country finally triumphs over the world’s 

leading footballing nations in the Leeds Building Society World Property Cup. 

The Society asked its members which of the nations competing in the 2018 

World Cup in Russia they would live in if money was no object. 

It was England and its green and pleasant land that came out on top of 

the 32-country competition. England, with 31.8% of the vote saw off the nearest 

competition in the shape of Australia (13.6%), with Spain (9.1%) and Switzerland 

(8.4%) battling out the minor places. 

Some of the world’s leading football powers bowed out at the quarter-final 

stage, with Portugal (6.5%) and Germany (3.3%) failing to make the final four. The 

Scandinavian nations of Denmark (5.2%) and Sweden (3.3%), which regularly feature 

in the Social Progress Index research as providing the best quality of life in the world, 

were eliminated in the last eight. 

Some notable holiday destinations failed to receive enough votes to make it into 

the knockout stages. Popular destinations for UK holidaymakers, including France, 

Croatia and Iceland all fell by the wayside early, packing their bags and heading home. 

Richard Fearon, chief commercial officer at Leeds Building Society, said: “England 

lays claim to be the home of football and this survey has revealed our members are 

proud to call England home.“Despite other nations offering some of the best quality of 

life around the world, England still came out on top. 

“Our mission is to help people save for their future and have the home they want. 

Whether that’s saving for a move to other side of the world, or buying a property 

closer to home, we focus on what matters to our customers and work together with 

them to make things happen.” 

Bristol & West property auction 19th July 

The next property auction by Auction House Bristol & West will be held at Ashton Gate Stadium, 

home of Bristol City FC and the Bristol Bears, on Thursday 19th July, with bidding starting at 7pm. 

Within the interesting mix of lots are apartments, houses, land, garages, and commercial premises with guide prices starting at just £50,000 - £60,000, offering some 

amazing opportunities to investors, business people, and owner-occupiers looking to buy in Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire or Gloucestershire. For those who are unable to 

attend, the auction will be broadcast live at auctionhouse.co.uk and bidding is also available by letter or by telephone. 

Included in this coming Auction are local properties in Coleford, Lydney and Blakeney; 

Lot 2 – Caragh House, 

Newland Street, Coleford, 

Gloucestershire, GL16 8AH 

Guide price £385,000 - £435,000 

This is a high yielding investment property with a wellestablished 

income of circa £40,000. A substantial 

and imposing Grade II Listed town house arranged as 

eight self-contained one-bedroom flats, all currently let 

to tenants, most of whom have been in occupation for 

several years. The flats would benefit from modernisation 

and improvement, and there is potential to convert some 

to two-bedrooms. There is a large cellar and a large rear 

garden, both of which offer development potential. With 

various options, this is sure to be of great interest to 

investors and developers.Viewing by appointment only. 

Lot 4 – Alvington House, Alvington, Lydney, 

Gloucestershire, GL15 6AB 

Guide price £425,000+ 

Set in just over three acres of mixed woodland and lawn, 

this substantial detached, Grade II Listed house comes 

with a detached two-bedroom annex and an impressive 

history. Ideally positioned just outside Alvington, around 

four miles from Lydney and equidistantly around 25 

miles from Bristol and Gloucester, this former mill 

house is arranged over three floors with two reception 

rooms, four double bedrooms and extensive cellars. The 

property needs updating and modernisation but will 

make a fine family home with additional two-bedroom 

accommodation, in its own private grounds, with 

potential to extend as planning permission has lapsed for 

a large rear extension. Viewing by appointment only. 

Lot 10 – Tanglewood, New Road, 

Blakeney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4DF 

Guide price £375,000+ 

With a raft of viable, potentially very lucrative options, 

this is a terrace of formerly four homes, requiring 

modernisation, in the popular village of Blakeney, on 

the edge of the Forest of Dean, around three miles from 

Lydney. Once the village store, this impressive property 

offers significant accommodation comprising a threebedroom 

cottage with basement utility room, a threebedroom 

maisonette and two one-bedroom flats as well 

as a sun/garden room and two garages. There is masses of 

potential - for use as holiday rentals, as a tea rom or other 

commercial use, or could be refurbished into several 

self-contained properties for rental or re-sale, subject to 

consents. Viewing by appointment only. 

Auction House is the UK’s largest and most successful land and property auctioneer, with over 100,000 national registered buyers. As part of Bristol-based Morgan Beddoe estate agents, 

Auction House Bristol & West has been selling property via auction since 1991. For more information, to download the catalogue or to make viewing appointments, call Auction House Bristol 

& West at Morgan Beddoe Estate Agents on 0117 964 4949, pop into Morgan Beddoe at 94E Whiteladies Road in Clifton, Bristol, or visit www.auctionhouse.co.uk/bristol. The auctions team 

is currently accepting entries for the next event, which will take place on 20th September. If you’d like advice on selling at auction, or a chat about any property-related matter, pop into or call 

Auction House Bristol & West at Morgan Beddoe.

38 HOME IMPROVEMENTS 

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS 

39 

Five Easy Steps to a Greener Home 

With rising energy prices and increasing concern for the environment, many 

of us are doing what we can to make our homes as eco-friendly as possible. 

From the smallest of changes to our behaviour at home, to overhauling 

the structure of our properties, there’s a huge variety of things we can do 

to reduce the size of our carbon footprint. 

Let’s look at some simple and actionable tips to move 

towards the goal of having a greener home. 

1. Use energy efficient appliances 

Washing at 30 is all very well, but what does it 

matter if your beaten up old washing machine is 

consuming vast amounts of water while doing so? 

Appliances today are more energy efficient than ever, 

so it could be worth upgrading. From your kettle to 

your fridge, have a look around your home to see which 

items are consuming more than they need. 

It’s not just the big appliances that are worth looking 

at. The Energy Saving Trust estimates that lighting 

accounts for almost 20% of electricity usage in the 

home. This means that switching to energy saving bulbs 

could be well worth your while. 

2. Fit new windows 

If you’ve got tired old windows, you could be losing 

a great deal of your heat in the winter. Even with the 

curtains closed, inefficient windows are responsible for 

a good deal of energy wastage in the winter months. 

Fitting new, energy efficient models will not only knock 

a chunk off your annual fuel bills, but it will also do 

wonders for the environment. 

3. Change your behaviour 

Our energy usage isn’t just down to the appliances 

we use. What’s equally important is the way in which 

we use them. Making a few small changes to our 

behaviour at home can have a dramatic impact on the 

size of our utility bills. 

Switching unused lights and appliances off is a 

great place to start. In the winter, it also pays to close 

windows, curtains and doors whenever possible, and to 

use heating only in rooms which are being used. 

4. Insulate your loft 

A large proportion of the heat you lose in the winter 

is lost through the top of your home. Heat rises, and 

there’s nothing you can do to stop it. What you can do 

is trap it. 

Insulating your loft can have such a positive 

environmental impact that many people are eligible to 

receive a grant from the government for doing it. At 

little cost to the homeowners, loft insulation is simply a 

no brainer! 

5. Grow your own 

Last but not least, it’s time to make your garden 

work for you. Outside space is a hugely valuable asset 

for a number of reasons – chief among them being the 

opportunity to grow your own. 

The food we buy from the supermarket has often 

travelled a long way, thus having a sizeable carbon 

footprint. If you can grow enough veggies for even 

just one or two nights a week, you’ll see your footprint 

massively reduced. Needless to say, it’s also incredibly 

rewarding. 

Make a few small changes from the list above and 

you’ll see concrete changes to your household’s energy 

consumption within just a few months.

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