Berkshire

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Homes with rare fishing rights make a splash in the market – with Ben Horne
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A surge of prime country homes along England’s chalk streams, including the River Test, has caught the attention of discerning buyers. Once a rarity, several high-value estates with private fishing rights have now come to market, offering not only exclusivity but custodianship of delicate ecosystems.

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Prime Resi: Middleton Advisors strengthens Country Buying team – with Jasper Colliver
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Middleton Advisors has expanded its Country Buying team with the appointment of Jasper Colliver as a buying advisor covering Surrey and East Berkshire. With nearly two decades of experience in the high-end property market, Jasper brings deep local expertise and insight into some of Surrey’s most sought-after areas

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Rural property prices drop – and buyers regain the upper hand – with Ben Horne
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The country house market has entered a new phase, with falling prices and greater negotiating power shifting to buyers. A combination of higher borrowing costs, reduced pandemic demand, and political uncertainty has caused widespread price reductions – in some regions, more than half of rural listings have been cut.

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Meet Jasper Colliver, Country Buying Advisor, Surrey & East Berkshire
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Jasper is the newest recruit to Middleton’s growing country buying team, ensuring that we have experts covering every part of southern England and Prime Central London. As with all of our advisors, Jasper is fully embedded in the area that he covers.

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When “buyer beware” isn’t enough: Hidden property pitfalls – with Ben Horne
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In The Times, Ben Horne, Head of Country at Middleton Advisors, discusses why even diligent buyers can be caught out by hidden issues when purchasing a property. From carefully timed viewings to overlooked local nuisances, Ben explains how Middleton Advisors goes beyond the surface to uncover what buyers might miss.

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Autumn Budget: What’s next for the UK property market? – with Ashley Wilsdon & Ben Horne
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As the Autumn Budget approaches, uncertainty is weighing heavily on the property market, with potential changes to taxation, stamp duty, and council tax influencing buyer and seller decisions. Experts highlight opportunities for decisive buyers, particularly in Prime Central London and regional markets, despite policy-driven hesitancy and rising costs.

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10 years, two markets, and what’s changed for buyers
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Ben Horne – head of our Country Buying department, and Ashley Wilsdon – head of London Buying, both joined Middleton in 2015. They sat down for a chat to mark their 10 years with the business.

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Why waterfront homes still command a premium – even in a cooling market – with Ed Sainter
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Waterfront homes continue to captivate buyers, commanding a 51% average price premium over inland properties. While high-end buyers remain active, the mid-market is under pressure from rising costs, including stamp duty and council tax.

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Why coastal living is back on the map in 2025 – with Ben Horne & Eilidh McIntyre
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Rising taxes on second homes and a cooling market mean prime seaside properties are more attainable than they’ve been in years. From Cornwall to the North East, buyers now have the upper hand and a chance to secure homes in some of the UK’s most vibrant, community-driven coastal towns.

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Middleton’s day out at Camp Mohawk!
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The country house market has shifted from the pandemic days of sealed bids and bidding wars to a more measured market where buyers are now prioritising transport links, good schools, and amenities – reports The London Magazine.

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What Does The Country Property Market Look Like Post-Pandemic?
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Is the countryside bubble truly over? Tom Hudson, Founding Partner and Head of Estates and Special Projects, recently sat down with Country and Town House’s Anna Tyzack to explain where…

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Ben Horne on Newbury, Berkshire
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With the new Downton Abbey film on the road to release, Newbury is reaffirming its place on the map. But its connection to the period drama isn’t the only thing…

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