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In the ever-evolving landscape of Greater London’s property market, two distinct areas, Wembley and Southall, have emerged as popular rental hotspots, both showing remarkable demand for residential accommodation. Grand Union in Wembley by Berkeley Group’s St George and The Green Quarter in Southall, another Berkeley masterplan development, stand out as beacons of modern living, attracting …

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The much-heralded Elizabeth line (also known as Crossrail), positions an already world-class transportation system firmly at the centre of a growth template that stretches into the 21st Century and beyond. Overview (opening & route map) In terms of sheer impact and reach, the Crossrail project vastly outstrips anything that has come before it on the …

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Any lingering doubts about Kensington’s reputation as one of the Prime Central London districts can easily be settled by taking a stroll down its vibrant main thoroughfare. Starting at the majestic museum quarter and ending at the ornate gates of Holland Park, Kensington High Street cuts a glamorous route through the entire area. In between, …

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We are seeing strong and increasing demand from Hong Kong professionals looking to find a home in London.  Many are moving to the UK under the BNO visa scheme and usually they decide to rent here first, perhaps for six months to a year, until they get to know an area and decide that this …

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The smoke and clamour of the old docks, factories and riverside warehouses may be long gone, but Bermondsey still retains a distinct air of Dickensian energy and enterprise. It’s a vibe that can be detected in the wonderful artisan food shops that line Bermondsey Street and the wonder experienced when walking into one of the area’s many art and design galleries.

As the renewal and transformation of the Wembley location picks up speed, Quintain Living is emerging as a clear front-runner in the race to be the area’s most talked-about symbol of progress. A welcomed build-to-rent development which offers a safe place to live and a great sense of community, Wembley Park is a winning combination …

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Not so long ago, a visit to Wembley meant that you were either attending an important football match or a must-see concert. This is because of Wembley Stadium’s history of hosting defining moments like the World Cup Finals and huge memorable concerts such as Live Aid back in 1985. As the most recent Euro 2020 …

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Despite the government “roadmap” which has encouraged businesses to implement home-working arrangements wherever possible, the law does not currently oblige employers to grant permanent work-from-home status to employees after the UK pandemic restrictions are lifted. As long as appropriate precautions are in place (i.e. distancing, sanitiser, screens etc), your employer can insist that you return …

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Marc von Grundherr, Director at Benham and Reeves reports from outside the All-England Tennis Club in Wimbledon, a venue that has hosted some of the most breath-taking moments in sport. It’s a place where legends are created as each year during the Championships, the world’s elite players compete for what is arguably the greatest grand …

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As the UK emerges from the health pandemic, Londoners are already taking advantage of their regained freedoms and what better place to start than in Hampstead. The affluent, family-friendly NW3 postcode has always offered an attractive mix of outdoor pursuits, good eating and cultural must-sees, so here are seven events in the area which indicate …

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Apart from being London’s two-thousand-year-old commercial lifeline, the River Thames forms a large part of its instantly recognisable cultural and historical backdrop, being the site of many iconic landmarks. It comes as no surprise then, that much like the banks of the Seine in Paris or along New York’s Hudson River, riverside apartments to rent …

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When does a brand become a legend? Many heritage products were conceived in the aftermath of the industrial revolution, with British goods having access to ready-made markets throughout a vast empire. Grandiose London headquarters became almost as iconic as the brands they sold, but in the mid-20th Century many were demolished or fell into neglect.