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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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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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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 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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Why January could be the perfect time to buy or sell – with Ben Horne
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Property markets are no longer tied to the traditional buying and selling seasons of spring and autumn, as unpredictable factors reshape the timing for prime transactions. This year has seen unusual patterns, with early buyer interest in January, a quiet spring, and a sudden increase in buyer numbers as winter approaches.

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Buying in the country, with Ben Horne
Buying in the country, with Ben Horne
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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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Why are fee-paying school parents eyeing up state schools? Head of Country Buying, Ben Horne speaks to the FT
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Labour’s recent promise to add VAT to private school fees if elected is causing some families to reassess their finances and motivating them to live closer to a good state…

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Unusual Things to Do in Bath
Unusual Things to Do in Bath: A Walk Around
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We act on behalf of private clients searching for the perfect property in the UK countryside. Here, Middleton’s Ben Horne and Adam Buxton take a walk around Bath and pick out a few of the attractions that might form part of an assessment for a client looking to move out of London.

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A Wander Through the Hampshire Downs
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The Hampshire Downs is a beautiful area of untouched, undulating chalk downland at the intersection of three counties – Hampshire, Wiltshire and Berkshire.

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