So the road was named after the lower field, and the vendor’s family have owned that house for the past 85 years, which if nothing else is something of an achievement. Unfortunately they replaced the original slate roof with concrete tiles that are significantly heavier than slate, but did not think about strengthening it; pity really. The houses opposite were destroyed by the Luftwaffe, not friendly fire at that time, but this dwelling has not suffered too much. There’s little evidence of any serious movement, but some war glass still remains. It has been cut up a bit and loosely converted into two units. The original staircase has been lost, but there is still part of the lower section from which to make a replica. My Client has found an attractive house, needing the full Monty, but it will stand him and his family in good stead for years to come. And, he has a pleasant garden to grow his veg…   more »

Just fired off a missive to BH, FRICS, MICArb, 0045275 at RICS HQ – London. Residential Survey Working Group Commander. Not too happy about the new HomeBuyer format. Not too sure what the troops will think of it. Hey Ho into battle July 1st I’m reliably told! Tally Ho! Onwards and upwards!!!   more »