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Dovecote Barns in Purfleet officially launches

Dovecote Barns in Purfleet officially launches

A collection of replica barn conversions in the grounds of an outpost of the Royal Opera House has officially launched in Purfleet. The official opening of Bellway’s Dovecote Barns at High House has just taken place with guest of honour, Bill Samuel, Deputy Chair of the Regional Development Corporation, unveiling a plaque to mark the opening of this rather up-market site just within the M25 to the east of London.

Best ever incentive for buyers at Barratt's Aurora

Best ever incentive for buyers at Barratt's Aurora

First-time buyers looking for a new apartment close to Chelmsford town centre are being offered a wonderful chance to buy at a low price. For a limited time, Barratt Eastern Counties is offering its outstanding ‘Dream Start' incentive on apartments at Aurora.

A rosy life for keen gardener in Braintree

A rosy life for keen gardener in Braintree

The properties at the stylish retirement village of Meadow Park in Braintree, Essex have become very popular with those looking to downsize and with only three units remaining available this could be your last chance to move into this fantastic development.

Redrow gets muddy with £3,000 race sponsorship

Redrow gets muddy with £3,000 race sponsorship

In keeping with its philosophy of investing in the communities in which it builds, Redrow Homes is proud to become a main sponsor of the 2008 Maldon Mud Race.

Brand new homes go down a storm in Colchester

Brand new homes go down a storm in Colchester

Properties at George Wimpey's developments in Colchester are being snapped up fast as buyers realise the potential savings of owning a brand home. 35 have been purchased in just 10 weeks despite a national trend of slower sales, as people hurry to take advantage of a great range of money-saving deals from the leading housebuilder.

Studio style is all the rage in Gants Hill

Studio style is all the rage in Gants Hill

Property-seekers looking for a modern way of living need look no further than the stylish studio apartments now available at Invito, George Wimpey's sought-after development in up-and-coming Gants Hill, Essex.

New homes sales in Colchester buck national trend

New homes sales in Colchester buck national trend

House-hunters can't keep their hands off the new properties available at Bryant Homes' Churchill Gate and Pavilion developments in Colchester. 50 homes have been snapped up in the past 10 weeks, bucking the national trend for a downturn in sales.

Let to buy your dream home...

Let to buy your dream home...

Recent reports show that an increasing number of homeowners are renting out their existing property in order to buy the home of their dreams, like the homes at Charles Church's Bellrope Gardens development in Thaxted. When house prices then start to increase, homeowners will be in a better position to sell without losing their dream home due to an unsold existing property.

An opportunity not to be missed for Colchester house hunters

An opportunity not to be missed for Colchester house hunters

Bryant Homes is offering househunters in Colchester a one off opportunity to purchase a three-bedroom ‘Emmington' housetype for the unbelievable price of £170,000.

Accountants get a financial deal from Barratt

Accountants get a financial deal from Barratt

Press reports frequently talk about how difficult it is to buy a first home in the current market, but Barratt Eastern Counties has stepped up the support it offers first time buyers and is successfully helping many young people secure their first home.

Bocking Mill site manager wins award for excellence

Bocking Mill site manager wins award for excellence

Rob Ruffy, Site Manager at Bocking Mill, Barratt Eastern Counties' new development in Bocking, near Braintree, has been recognised with a Quality Award in the prestigious National House-Building Council (NHBC) Pride in the Job competition for quality workmanship. Rob, who lives in Maldon, has worked for Barratt for 12 years.

Find happiness at Quadriga

Find happiness at Quadriga

Recent research from the British Household Panel Survey has highlighted Colchester as one of the top twenty happiest places to live in the UK out of 273 districts. The research takes happiness, wellbeing and social issues into consideration and as a result has Colchester topped the tables. For those looking to have a little more joy in their lives, Bovis Homes Quadriga development in Colchester provides homebuyers with the perfect opportunity.

Alex figures out how to get a head start in Chelmsford

Alex figures out how to get a head start in Chelmsford

Accountants are well qualified to judge a great financial deal, so when 28-year old accountant Alex Heffer heard how much he could save on an apartment at The Tower, Barratt Eastern Counties' superb apartment development in the heart of Chelmsford, he jumped at the offer.

Buying new is as safe as houses

Buying new is as safe as houses

Buying new not only means your home is considered more secure, but according to Bryant Homes, you can save around 25%* on your home insurance premiums as a result.

First-time buyers find a solution at 24 Central

First-time buyers find a solution at 24 Central

First-time buyers looking to step onto the property ladder can find a fantastic solution at George Wimpey's 24 Central development in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.