Leicestershire

Housebuilder helps preserve local history
Local housebuilder David Wilson East Midlands is hoping to add to the myth of Bosworth and King Richard III after excavating a stone coffin buried at its Lanterns development on Candle Lane in Earl Shilton.

Escape to the country at Haswell Meadows
On the edge of Barwell village with easy access to the A47 and open countryside, David Wilson East Midlands' Haswell Meadows development has the perfect rural setting and the scheme of its stunning new showhome has been designed specifically to compliment its ideal location. Situated on the Common on Barwell, Haswell Meadows is an exclusive development comprising just 20 three-, four- and five- bedroom family homes.

Time is running out to buy at Fox Hollies
The clock is ticking for house-hunters who want the chance to move to a stunning George Wimpey home at the Fox Hollies development in the picturesque north Leicestershire countryside.

Residents have their say at Earl Shilton and Barwell
David Wilson East Midlands has commissioned an extensive, independent survey of Earl Shilton and Barwell asking local people what they really think of their villages. As a goodwill gesture, anyone who fills out the questionnaire will be entered into a prize draw where they could win a £500 Christmas shopping spree at their local Co-op.

Signed, sealed and moved within four weeks
Harpinder Buhal found her perfect home at David Wilson East Midlands' Meadow Grange development in Barrow-upon-Soar and amazingly found herself all moved in within four weeks of signing on the dotted line.

Premier housebuilder does the double at design awards
David Wilson East Midlands, the region's premier housebuilder, is celebrating after winning two prestigious Charnwood Design Awards. The awards, which are held every two years, aim to commend outstanding architectural work within the Borough's built environment.

New homes sell like hotcakes in Humberstone
Home-hunters can't keep their hands off the stylish range of brand new properties at Bryant's popular development in Humberstone. Six homes have been snapped up in the past fortnight, bucking the national trend for slower property sales. But with prices from just £99,995 and substantial additional savings available for all types of buyers, there's little wonder people are turning to the new-build market.

Undeniable opportunities at Ridgway Mews in Leicester
Offering a selection of luxury family homes in a highly sought after location, it's no wonder that there are only four homes now remaining at Charles Church's Ridgway Mews development in Leicester. With each home featuring a superior specification and ready to move into in time for Christmas, this really is an opportunity not to be missed.
‘Don’t get in a fix – buy new’ says Jelson
When buying a second hand home it can be easy to forget about the value of fixtures and fittings – until you are unexpectedly faced with paying for them all. According to a survey by Moveme.com, one in three sellers take things with them when they move that they were supposed to leave behind.

For a gem of a home see the 'Sapphire' at the Oval
Househunters looking for a brand new home have only a handful of chances left to reserve their place at The Oval development in Groby. Only nine stylish properties remain for sale, including the four-bedroom ‘Sapphire', an amazing family-sized property that comes complete with carpets and floorings for just £229,995.
Leicester builder best in Britain
An amazing transformation of a run of the mill 1960s house in a village near Leicester into a light-filled 5-bedroom contemporary cedar-clad family home won Ellis & Hughes the title of Master Builder of the Year 2008.

Move up in the world at Stoneygate
Househunters seeking elegant three-storey living need look no further than George Wimpey's exclusive Ascot Priory development in Stoneygate, Leicester. The private, gated development comprising just 24 luxury homes each with a garage and additional off-road parking, is aimed squarely at those who are looking for a traditional yet stylish, family property in an excellent location.

The perfect prescription for NHS staff in Leicestershire
Leicestershire NHS employees looking for a new home should get themselves down to David Wilson East Midlands Grange development off Glenfirth Way, because the local housebuilder has the perfect prescription of special offers exclusively for these key workers.

Miller Homes takes a view on part-exchange
Miller Homes East Midlands is opening doors to home-buying opportunities by holding a part-exchange open weekend at one of its premier Leicestershire developments, Lakeview Chase.

The showhome with the wow factor
The stunning new art deco inspired showhome at David Wilson East Midlands' latest Earl Shilton development, The Hedgerows, has literally wowed visitors with its extravagant and luxurious theme.