Blog
Knot wanted: Green impacts on property prices
26/07/21
There are many ways in which plants can adversely impact properties and their values. From overhanging and unruly trees to intrusive ivy and overgrown hedges and bamboo, it’s important to keep on...
From not a lot to Diddly Squat – what ‘Clarkson’s Farm’ reveals about diversifying
19/07/21
The divisive Jeremy Clarkson’s recent Amazon series ‘Clarkson’s Farm’ has been a hit with farmers and non-farmers alike. It has been praised for raising awareness of the difficulties...
Five minutes with… Amie Beacock, Assistant Surveyor
12/07/21
When and how did you decide to pursue a career in property surveying? I decided to get into surveying during the final year of my bachelor’s degree at Reading University. I realised I did not...
A country life - relocating to the countryside
05/07/21
For many people, the convenience of living in a city has been revealed to be a double-edged sword. If you take away the shops, the recreation and leisure, can work from home, and have to exercise from...
Forge Opens New Office in South Wales and Welcomes a New Director
28/06/21
We are delighted to announce the significant expansion of our business with the appointment of a new Director, Ed Merriman BSc (Hons) MRICS FAAV, who will head up our new South Wales office.Ed is a Chartered...
Diversification – storage, the long and short of it
21/06/21
With increasing challenges facing farmers and landowners in the UK regarding land usage, it’s important to consider all the options available to you.If you have areas of hardstanding that are not...