New Year’s Day is 1st January, isn’t it? Well not if you live in a wooded valley in Pembrokeshire where Hen Galan, or New Year’s Day, is celebrated on 13th January. This is the land that time forgot. Today the inhabitants of the Gwaun Valley, near Fishguard, are getting ready for tomorrow’s celebrations. They are … [Read more...]
Saundersfoot Harbour to Become an International Marine Tourism Destination
Saundersfoot Harbour, which dates back to the 1800s when it was a major harbour from which iron ore and coal were shipped from Wales, has taken a step nearer to becoming an international marine tourism destination having secured more than £600,000 in funding for its development. The project to transform the … [Read more...]
LSL Property Press Awards
The LSL Property Press Awards are designed to recognise the outstanding work and achievements of the UK’s leading property journalists. The Award Ceremony will take place on Monday, 16th March at a reception at 8 Northumberland Place, off Trafalgar Square, and is to be hosted by the former BBC Chief Political … [Read more...]
What Can We Expect from the Property Market in 2015?
Historically the market is very quiet in the run up to an election and this is followed by a flurry of activity in the three months after the election has taken place, whatever the result. Therefore, the first four months of 2015 is likely to be a buyers’ market with prices beginning to increase once the election is … [Read more...]
Tax Breaks for Multi-Generational Living
The television presenter, Sarah Beeney, of Property Ladder fame has called for those families who live with their extended families to be given tax breaks. Multi-generational living would save the State an enormous amount in payments for social care, she says. Multi-generational living used to be the norm with … [Read more...]
Pembrokeshire Shortlisted for Best UK Holiday Destination
Pembrokeshire has booked its place in the finals of the prestigious British Travel Awards. The awards, which are voted for by the general public, are recognised as the benchmark of excellence and to reach the finals is a true accolade. Pembrokeshire is shortlisted in the best UK holiday county/destination category, … [Read more...]
West Wales Property Finders Look Into Their Crystal Ball at the 2015 Property Market
Uncertainty due to next year’s General Election, interest rates, and the global economy will all be key factors in the property market over the next six to eight months. Carol Peett, Managing Director of West Wales Property Finders, says: “Looking ahead to 2015, the General Election is likely to cause uncertainty in … [Read more...]
Christmas Comes to Pembrokeshire
When it comes to Christmas markets, people tend to think of the famous markets in Germany and Austria but think again. Superb Christmas markets can be enjoyed closer to home, here in Pembrokeshire. The season kicks off with the Colby Woodland Garden Winter Fair on 15th November. Set in beautiful … [Read more...]
