Keep up to date with the latest McCartneys news.
Fri 16 August 2019
Kidderminster Office is always a hub of activity with sales, lettings and block management all operating under one roof Read More
Fri 16 August 2019
Agriculture has had some rotten press of late with much of it ill-informed nonsense Read More
Thu 15 August 2019
The second round of the countryside productivity small grant scheme is now open until midday on the 3rd September 2019. Read More
Wed 7 August 2019
The annual Honeybourne Lamb Sale proved once again to live up to all expectations. More lambs on offer, more buyers and a great trade. Read More
Tue 16 July 2019
It was once stated that people first diagnosed with dementia felt they had a mountain to climb Read More
Tue 16 July 2019
Pre Planning Consultation for outline residential planning permission on land south of Joe Deakin's Road, Presteigne, Powys Read More
Tue 9 July 2019
After much anticipation, the second round of the popular Countryside Productivity Small Grant scheme has reopened today. However, with the closing date for online applications less than 56 days away, closing midday on Tuesday 3rd September 2019, farmers must act quickly. Read More
Tue 9 July 2019
Those of us of a certain age will remember the advert with the late, great, Bob Hoskins, telling us just that. Well it is, and especially if you’re looking for a property. Read More
Mon 8 July 2019
McCartneys adds more stability for Knighton and surrounding areas by combining the strengths and experience with other offices, to offer an exceptional service. Read More
Wed 26 June 2019
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained permission for the change of use Read More
Thu 20 June 2019
As expected, the highest price on the day was for an abstract painting by the Taiwanese artist Richard Lin (Lin Show-Yu) 1933-2011 Read More
Mon 17 June 2019
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained householder planning Read More
Thu 13 June 2019
The Portcullis Auction Room are very happy to offer further works by and from the Estate of the Late Islwyn Watkins, 1933-2018; Lot 378, Lots 401 – Lot 415 & Lots 594 – Lot 599 Read More
Thu 6 June 2019
I was brought up believing that the BBC was the premier broadcasting network and that ITV was very much the poor relation Read More
Wed 29 May 2019
For many vendors I speak to the most important aspect of their sales journey is Read More
Wed 22 May 2019
Following a somewhat lack lustre start to the year now spring has finally arrived all things in the livestock sector are as usual at this time of year, beginning to “sing and dance”!! Read More
Mon 20 May 2019
With the deadline for Countryside Stewardship schemes just over two months away Read More
Thu 16 May 2019
After nearly 12 years in this job, I thought I had come across most scenarios however this was definitely a first and a learning curve at that to. Read More
Tue 14 May 2019
At the end of 2017 we received a call from Austin Powell, who wished McCartneys to act as agents, to sell Bucknell Railway Station. Read More
Mon 13 May 2019
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained householder planning approval for the demolition of Read More
Fri 10 May 2019
As with most medium to large companies nowadays, the IT infrastructure and technology used is at the heart of running the business and we here at McCartneys are no exception. Read More
Tue 7 May 2019
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained householder planning approval for the demolition of existing sun room and erection of a two storey rear extension to a detached rural dwelling. Read More
Wed 1 May 2019
“A house is made with walls and beams, a home is made with love and dreams”. Read More
Thu 25 April 2019
McCartneys are delighted to announce that Alzheimer’s Society is our Charity of the Year for 2019. Working with our local community fundraisers Lisa and Helen we will be raising money and awareness throughout the year to support people living with dementia across the UK. Read More
Wed 24 April 2019
When visiting potential clients to conduct a market appraisal, one point I always try to hammer home is first impressions count for a massive amount and this is something I feel very strongly about Read More
Wed 24 April 2019
Natural England made a shock announcement yesterday, that from tomorrow (25th April 2019) it will remove three general licences covering the control of 16 bird species, including crows, rooks, magpies and pigeons Read More
Fri 12 April 2019
and it is incredible to see what a difference some fine weather makes to the property market Read More
Fri 12 April 2019
In 2018 McCartneys and Phipps & Pritchard chose the British Heart Foundation as our Charity of the Year. Heart disease is one of the world’s biggest killers, the BHF funds vital research to save lives. Read More
Thu 28 March 2019
McCartneys report an excellent result for the annual sale of the Whitton Charity Lands grass keep Read More
Thu 21 March 2019
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval for the erection of 5 glamping pods at an elevated rural near Presteigne. Read More
Wed 20 March 2019
On 29th and 30th March McCartneys Fine & Country will be holding a property exhibition dedicated to our portfolio of homes for sale across Shropshire, Powys, Herefordshire & The Marches. Read More
Thu 7 March 2019
Clive Roads and myself attended the National Rural Business Awards at Chateau Impney Hotel last week representing McCartneys LLP and the whole of the Midlands in the Best Professional Services Business category. Read More
Thu 7 March 2019
McCartneys LLP is delighted to announce the promotion of Geraint Jones BSc (Hons) MRICS to a Partner within the firm, principally based out of Kington and Welshpool Read More
Thu 7 March 2019
McCartneys are delighted to be favoured with instructions to offer for sale in two lots Read More
Fri 22 February 2019
McCartneys won the West Midlands Best Rural Professional Services Business and now go forward to the National Final against five other businesses from Cumbria down to Somerset to see who is the Best of the Best Read More
Fri 22 February 2019
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained householder planning approval for the erection of a first floor rear extension to a small welsh cottage. Read More
Wed 20 February 2019
Much of the press I have been reading or listening to over recent weeks and the doom and gloom surrounding Brexit paints a very sad and depressing picture of the property market with a suggestion of a lack of sales and some prices having to be dropped significantly. Read More
Mon 18 February 2019
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained householder planning approval for the erection of a ground and first floor rear extension Read More
Thu 7 February 2019
Are you looking to apply for a grant or enrol in a scheme, then give one of our Rural Professional experts a call below, to find out how we can help? Read More
Thu 31 January 2019
Clive Roads takes prestigious position of Chairman of McCartneys. As Big Ben chimed 12 O’clock on New Year’s Eve, Clive Roads partner in McCartneys for 30 years became Chairman of the Partnership, taking over from a successful period from Glyn Owens – Partner running Knighton Market/Office. Read More
Fri 21 December 2018
2018 has been another busy year for the Planning and Survey department at McCartneys, and a highly successful one again too. A year which has seen the submission of 72 planning applications to 10 different local planning authorities, spanning the whole of Wales through to the Midlands and even beyond. Read More
Mon 17 December 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval for the erection of three new dwellings in the Greenbelt near to Wolverhampton. Read More
Fri 14 December 2018
Having been involved in negotiating countless deals over the years then the current furore over Brexit is rather interesting. It does appear that whatever one’s politics then the current process has not been handled too effectively. Read More
Fri 14 December 2018
Regular McCartneys auctions happen right across the firm and over in the North Worcestershire area with operations being overseen under our Phipps & Pritchard brand. Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys Partner, Nick Millinchip is based at our busy Stourport-on-Severn Office in the Wyre Forest district and comments as follows:- Read More
Thu 13 December 2018
McCartneys Planning and Survey department have obtained full planning permission for the erection of an agricultural building for storage of equipment and fodder. Read More
Tue 11 December 2018
Rural Affairs Secretary, Lesley Griffiths, has announced today an £80million lifeline is being offered to Welsh farmers. The funding will enable the extension of Glastir agreements, the continuation of the Farm Business Grant, a further round of the Glastir Small Grants and an additional £16million for the Sustainable Production Grant. Read More
Mon 3 December 2018
On Friday 7th December the team at Ludlow Office will be raising money for the British Heart Foundation. Read More
Wed 28 November 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval for the change of use of the traditional barn complex into a two residential dwellings on the English/Welsh borders on behalf of private clients. Read More
Wed 21 November 2018
When it comes to buying a new home, it is advised to have a building survey to help highlight any serious problems and advise you of specific risks before you commit to the purchase. McCartneys Planning and Survey Department undertake two of the three types of RICS surveys, the Homebuyers Survey and Valuation, and the Full Building Survey. It is often a surprise to both home owners and purchasers how long we will actually spend at the property undertaking the survey. Read More
Wed 21 November 2018
At the Royal Welsh Showground Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, Powys LD2 3SY McCartneys are once again the official auctioneers to the Royal Welsh Winter Fair Read More
Fri 16 November 2018
I have just read an article about the rise of the modular home, a flat pack home you can order online, have delivered and put up within weeks. One style actually is flat and you fold it out into a house! Read More
Wed 14 November 2018
This is a word that I hear used on an exceptionally regular basis: And in fairness we estate agents throw it about quite a bit in our sales particulars as well!! Read More
Wed 7 November 2018
On Sunday 11th November the nation will come together to remember all those who fought in the First World War. Here at our Ludlow office we wanted to show our respect and thanks and to have the opportunity to reflect and acknowledge the huge sacrifice made by so many on all our behalf. Read More
Mon 5 November 2018
Debbie Anderson is delighted that the team at Ludlow have once again achieved Gold standard in the British Property Awards for Regional Estate Agent in Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire and West Midlands. The team have now been shortlisted for a number of national awards which will be announced later in the year. Read More
Fri 2 November 2018
In the year 1874 much happened. Harry Houdini and Sir Ernest Shackleton were born. Aston Villa and Bolton Wanderers football clubs were founded. In America the U.S. Army was fighting the Commanche and Cheyenne Indian tribes. Read More
Mon 29 October 2018
McCartneys recently held a series of Basic Payment Scheme roadshows at Welshpool, Brecon, Worcester, Ludlow & Knighton. Read More
Thu 18 October 2018
Whilst out and about on my travels over the last few months I have been staggered by clients questions and expectations relating to service. Read More
Tue 16 October 2018
McCartneys LLP have been named Best Professional Services Business at the 2018 Midlands Rural Business Awards. Read More
Mon 15 October 2018
Technology has been around for donkey’s years and has been helping man kind in many ways from mass scale production to personal entertainment. Each year we find technologies getting refined and improved and every once in a while, something new and innovative pops onto the market, like the new influx of personal assistants being offered from companies like Google and Amazon. Read More
Wed 10 October 2018
Our last Kidderminster auction sale was held on Wednesday 29th May 2013 and was a very well attended event producing FIVE SALES. The results were as follows - click on pdf to view Read More
Wed 10 October 2018
Are you a first time property buyer? Partner Tom Carter shares some expert advice on the financial implications of buying your first home! Read More
Wed 10 October 2018
Yes, the market for residential property has much improved but it is not necessarily all about asking prices and selling prices with reference to the advice that we can offer to our potential vendors. Read More
Thu 4 October 2018
A leading firm of estate agents, independent auctioneers, chartered surveyors, valuers and rural professionals collected the Excellence in Leadership and Management Award at the annual Powys Business Awards. Read More
Thu 4 October 2018
UK Agriculture contributed around £10.3 billion to GDP in 2017, up some 20%, but at its most basic level it provides nearly 50% of the food we eat here in the UK. Read More
Wed 3 October 2018
McCartneys are pleased to be favoured with instructions to offer for sale by private treaty the holding known as Fron Grian, Cefn Coch, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 0AG Read More
Wed 3 October 2018
McCartneys report another excellent land auction at The Metropole Hotel, Llandrindod Wells on Thursday 27th September 2018. Read More
Wed 3 October 2018
Natural England has attracted widespread negative attention over recent years, and rightly so. The organisation has failed to process applications, failed to provide agreements within the agreed timescales and critically failed to make the deserved payments to claimants. This has led to Natural England being a highly unorganised organisation and resulted in turmoil. Read More
Wed 26 September 2018
McCartneys are grateful to be favoured with instructions to offer for sale the charming and attractive small farm known as Old Court. Located in a most beautiful part of south Montgomeryshire, the sale presents a prime opportunity to acquire a small farm with potential and diversification opportunities. Read More
Fri 21 September 2018
Back in 2002 McCartneys became a part of Fine and Country, a premium brand designed to market very special town and country property. Now 16 years later, together with independent agents in over 300 locations worldwide Fine & Country has become the UK’s fastest growing premium property brand. Read More
Thu 20 September 2018
McCartneys has been shortlisted for three awards run by The Negotiator Magazine. Established in 2008, the awards are the most prestigious of the UK residential estate and letting agency industry. Read More
Thu 20 September 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained outline planning approval for the erection of 3 dwelling on an infill plot in a town location. Read More
Mon 10 September 2018
Here at McCartneys we are embracing videography, we understand its importance and effectiveness as a tool for conveying information in a captivating and informative way. Read More
Mon 10 September 2018
The bureaucracy and red tape attached to the food production chain is now daunting when one remembers that farming is growing and rearing food to eat. It seems that every possible interest group, quango, government department has to have an input. Nor must we forget all the law and regulation that exists which governs food production. The whole thing is becoming more complicated as every year goes by and there must be a huge amount of duplication. Read More
Fri 7 September 2018
We thoroughly enjoyed attending Berriew Show again this year. Unfortunately the rain arrived in the afternoon but we didn’t let this dampen our spirits. We had quite a successful day at the show chatting to potential clients, handing out balloons, getting people involved in our ‘Guess How Many Sweets are in the Jar’ game and providing warm drinks and shelter from the rain in the afternoon. Read More
Fri 7 September 2018
Autumn planting if not already started will soon be in full swing. The earlier dry conditions made for most farmers to enact an early harvest. Read More
Fri 7 September 2018
Glygyrog Ddu hill is situated close to the coastal village of Aberdyfi with stunning views over the Dyfi estuary. Glygyrog Ddu hill extends to just over 90 acres, most of which has benefitted from ploughing and re-seeding during the last 15 years, to produce productive pastures to support both livestock grazing and fodder conservation. Although traditionally used for agriculture, the land would also lend itself to diversification, including recreational and amenity uses. Read More
Thu 6 September 2018
McCartneys are pleased to be favoured with instructions to offer for sale by Informal Tender the holding known as Cefncalonog, Newcastle on Clun, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 8QY. Read More
Wed 5 September 2018
McCartneys Planning and Survey department have obtained full planning permission for the erection of an agricultural building to cover an existing muck store and further develop and provide extra needed capacity on a local farm. Read More
Tue 4 September 2018
We are bracing ourselves for increased activity as we move into September. It is noticeable that peoples focus is turning back to property as we see the end of the Summer Holidays and children returning to school next week. The mailing list which has been surprisingly high with proceedable applicants the largest sector being those in rented has shifted in latter weeks with the first time buyers increasing once again. Read More
Tue 4 September 2018
This is according to figures provided by TwentyCi, an independent statistics provider. Growth is measured by the number of properties on the market in the last 12 months, in this case from August 3 2017 to August 2 2018, and compared to the previous 12 months (August 3 2016 to August 2 2017) in England and Wales. The results revealed that Fine & Country has grown by 18.9 % year on year, which is substantially higher than the next closest competitor at only 4.2% growth Read More
Fri 24 August 2018
I am so often asked how we differ from the online offering. My response is such that for tech savvy individuals the online option is attractive. Cost is a huge factor for many people however more often than not we see people who have paid and are having to pay again for a ‘true’ high street agent. The incentive for the online agent is building stock and their brand presence, their fees are paid up front so you question where is their motivation following taking your money to sell for you? They have been paid and listed your property – now what? Read More
Mon 20 August 2018
We’re happy to announce that McCartneys will be having a stand at Berriew Show again this year. We thoroughly enjoyed last year’s show so we’re looking forward to attending again, especially as it is the 70th anniversary of Berriew Show. Read More
Mon 20 August 2018
McCartneys Planning and Survey department have obtained full planning permission for the erection of a new grain storage building to further develop and provide extra needed capacity on a local farm. Read More
Fri 17 August 2018
McCartneys are very pleased to announce the successful completion of the Three Peaks 24 Hour Challenge by their team where during one of the hottest weekends recorded this year the three mountains of Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon were scaled within the set time limit of 24 hours. Whilst the challenge was no mean feat most importantly a fantastic £4,031 was raised for the British Heart Foundation, McCartneys’ chosen charity of the year. Read More
Tue 14 August 2018
With so much interest and success from last year it was a unanimous decision around the table to run the competition again. Read More
Mon 13 August 2018
McCartneys LLP Planning and Survey department have obtained full planning permission for the erection of an agricultural building to further develop and provide extra needed capacity on a local farm. Read More
Fri 10 August 2018
There cannot have been a year when the weather has played such an important factor leading up to the annual sale at Honeybourne. With very little grass (if any) in most parts, I must have had dozens of calls asking me what will the trade be like “will there be any buyers” and “will the lambs be in suitable condition”? Read More
Tue 7 August 2018
From 5am on Thursday August 9th, farmers across Britain are being encouraged to take to social media to showcase the work they do within 24 hours using hashtag #Farm24. The social media campaign aims to provide an insight to consumers of the hard work and dedication which goes on behind the scenes in producing consumers food before it reaches the supermarket shelves. The event, which runs from 5am Thursday 9th August to 5am Friday 10th August, aims to reach over 112 million people and promote British agriculture. Read More
Wed 1 August 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained planning permission to extend the duration of the existing permission through a variation of condition application. Read More
Tue 24 July 2018
Whilst there is often information about what a surveyor will be looking at when undertaking a survey at a property, there is never really any advice for homeowners on how they can assist the surveyor to enable the survey to be carried out smoothly and in an acceptable amount of time. We felt that it would be well worth trying to set out a couple of basic points from our own experiences. Read More
Thu 19 July 2018
I am delighted to say that McCartneys Rural Professional Team has made the finals of the Rural Business Awards for the third year in a row, this time in the new Midlands Category. Read More
Thu 19 July 2018
McCartneys report a very strong standing straw trade over the 1175 acres of standing straw within north Herefordshire and the Powys border, which they have offered on behalf of clients through the beginning of July. Read More
Wed 18 July 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval and listed buildings consent for the erection of a two storey extension to a rural cottage. The extension provides a utility and shower room on the ground floor and a double bedroom on the first floor. This extension provides the cottage with 2 bedrooms in total allowing a family to live in the dwelling. Read More
Fri 13 July 2018
As a company we conduct ‘On Farm’ sales throughout the year. These vary from the usual retirement sales of live and deadstock to the more unusual auctions of reclaimed building materials to vintage and classic farm machinery. Read More
Wed 11 July 2018
We are celebrating 170 years in Estate agency this year. We are a trusted brand that has serviced Worcestershire, Wyre Forest and beyond and continue to do so. Read More
Fri 6 July 2018
With crops ripening rapidly due to the hot sunny summer and with standing straw prices at record highs due to the strong demand after a hard winter and the lack of straw – everything is heating up. Read More
Wed 27 June 2018
When I receive a sales enquiry from a client wishing to relocate from the City, I can completely understand. In August 2017, I knew absolutely nothing of Knighton, by September 2017 we’d made an offer, through McCartneys, on a Cottage. Read More
Mon 25 June 2018
The Government announced at the end of August that its consultation on a review of the Feed-in Tariff scheme. The announcement of the cut backs proposed was greater than what the solar energy industry expected and will possibly lead to some uncertainty in the short term. Read More
Fri 22 June 2018
Our Long Leasehold Property Management Department currently manages a portfolio of over 70 sites across the Worcestershire and Shropshire, ranging from housing estates to blocks of apartments, Listed Buildings to new purpose built blocks or conversions with managed facilities including gated entries, swimming pools or tennis courts. Read More
Fri 22 June 2018
On the 2nd May 2018 I completed my first year of working for McCartneys Estate Agents in the Welshpool Office. When I left Sixth Form in 2016 I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do but after a couple of weeks of working for McCartneys I had realised that estate agency was going to be the career for me. The past year has flown by but in the best possible way, as it feels like I have worked here forever. Read More
Fri 22 June 2018
We have officially kicked off our fundraising activities for the British Heart Foundation. If you visit one of our branches you’ll find a donation tin and lots of free BHF literature, so please do make any contribution you can. Read More
Fri 22 June 2018
As the second May Bank Holiday has been and gone there is a noticeable increase in viewing and offer activity. The diaries have been extremely busy which is great as the stock levels have been so very low for the last 18 months. It is good to see the stock levels increasing. Read More
Fri 22 June 2018
I have been astonished just lately by the amount of repeat business that I seem to be picking up. Either from clients whom I have sold property for in years gone by, previous purchasers who have bought from me and now wish to move on again and indeed new clients to whom my services have been recommended by others. Read More
Thu 14 June 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained reserved matters planning approval Read More
Tue 29 May 2018
Now is the time of year when our gardens come into their own. The Malvern Spring Festival kicked off the horticultural year in style and last week we had the joys of the Chelsea flower show. At this time of year when not at work I can be found in my garden, no good looking for me in the house, the garden is where I will be and where I am most content. Last night as I was tying up my sweet peas and trying the stop the cats from scooping tadpoles out of the pond I thought how vital our gardens are to us all. Read More
Fri 18 May 2018
With Debbie Anderson, who has been McCartneys property chairman since 2011, stepping down to concentrate on front line sales at the company’s Ludlow office, Tom Carter has been appointed as the new Chairman of McCartneys Property department. Read More
Fri 18 May 2018
With the uncertainties surrounding the future of Basic Payment, many farmers are considering whether now is the time to enter into a Mid Tier Agri environmental agreement and benefit from the funds available. Read More
Fri 11 May 2018
What do drones, driverless cars and cloud computing have in common? They are three of the 10 key drivers for rural change as identified by the global policy forum, the OECD, which held it’s 11th Rural Development Conference 9-12 April. Read More
Fri 11 May 2018
As we all enjoy the fine weather of late, it is easy to forget that only about 8 weeks ago we were enduring a long hard winter and there was no sign of Spring. Read More
Wed 9 May 2018
McCartneys have been recognised as one of the best estate agents in the county, having received a Gold Award for their Ludlow branch from the British Property Awards. Read More
Wed 2 May 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval for the erection of 4 log cabins in woodland near to Builth Wells. Read More
Fri 27 April 2018
As of the 17th April 2018, Powys County Council now has a new Local Development Plan or LDP for short. The LDP has replaced the Unitary Development Plan (UDP) and covers the period from 2011-2026. Read More
Fri 20 April 2018
Could this be the time of the year to have a look through all those items in your loft. Antiques and collectables are more popular than ever. The television is full of programmes promoting the business and believe it or not collectable items are short in supply. Read More
Wed 18 April 2018
A new National Rural Crime Survey has been launched to shine a light on the problems and impact of crime in rural communities. Read More
Wed 18 April 2018
On Thursday 19th April 2018 McCartneys will be holding an auction of Welsh Single Farm Payment Entitlements. Read More
Thu 12 April 2018
Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys Partner Nick Millinchip is proud to announce the successful sale of the three iconic Grade II Listed Weavers’ Cottages’ rescued and painstakingly repaired by The Worcestershire Building Preservation Trust Ltd (WBPT) using grants and loans including substantial investment from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) of £730,000 and from the Architectural Heritage Fund of over £300,000. Read More
Fri 6 April 2018
The move has enabled us to offer all of the above services from one location. Customer service is at the forefront of our business and one of our key motivators is to ensure that we provide the best experience for our customers. Read More
Wed 4 April 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained householder planning approval for the erection of a single storey extension to a rural village cottage. The extension provides a large kitchen diner together with a utility room to the cottage. Read More
Wed 4 April 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval for the erection of 5 dwellings which includes 1 affordable dwelling. Read More
Tue 27 March 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning permission for the replacement of an existing rural cottage. Read More
Mon 26 March 2018
From 2nd April 2018 the new Farming Rules for Water are being introduced to all farmers across England, which must be adhered to. The rules seek to set a baseline of good farming practice in relation to the use of manures and fertilisers, as well preventing pollution and reducing soil erosion. The new Rules also require every field parcel to have a soil test every 5 years. Whilst termed a “new” set of rules, there is overlap with existing requirements under Cross Compliance. Read More
Fri 23 March 2018
This is a question which I’m often asked when clients are considering the sale of a property and I have to say that the answer has become more and more protracted over the years. Read More
Fri 23 March 2018
Sometimes a small addition can provide all the extra space that you need. A small rear sunroom added to a converted barn in North Shropshire. Read More
Fri 23 March 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval and listed building consent for the redevelopment of a farmyard to the South East of Worcester. Read More
Tue 20 March 2018
18 Pedigree Cows (2007 to 2016) and 1 Pedigree Murray Grey Bull (2012). Read More
Fri 16 March 2018
Welshpool RFC has been a huge part of their chairman Tom Carter’s life. Not only did he play for the club for nearly 17 years and captained the first team on numerous occasions, it’s also where he first met work colleague Jake Best (pictured above left) when he was playing youth rugby.  Both now work for McCartneys across the Welshpool and Newtown offices. Read More
Wed 14 March 2018
We love nothing more than helping you buy and sell property so you can move onto your next adventure in life and we’ve been on the move too! Our Phipps and Pritchard sales and lettings offices in Kidderminster have come together under one roof, 32 Worcester Street. Read More
Tue 13 March 2018
One of the most common questions which I’m asked whilst visiting properties is “should we do any work before putting the house on to the market?” Read More
Mon 12 March 2018
At Chillington Industrial Estate, Eastfields, Wolverhampton, WV1 2BS on SATURDAY 7th April 2018 at 11.00am prompt. Read More
Mon 12 March 2018
New legislation due to come into effect on the 6th April 2018 will relax the permitted development rights for agricultural buildings and increase the range of potential development opportunities. Read More
Mon 12 March 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval, and listed building consent for the change of use of a traditional part brick, part timber barn into four dwellings. Read More
Fri 9 March 2018
Another electric evening was experienced at Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel last Tuesday night 13th March. The latest property auction hosted by Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys was probably the most popular and successful event yet. Read More
Fri 9 March 2018
Last year, dressing as characters from the Wizard of Oz and a mass cycle ride were just two of the ways McCartneys raised money for mental health charity, Mind. With your help we’ve done phenomenally well, in fact better than the photo shows. Read More
Wed 14 February 2018
McCartneys LLP planning and survey department have obtained full planning approval and listed building consent for the change of use of an old pigsty into a podiatry clinic on the outskirts of Worcester on behalf of private clients. Read More
Wed 7 February 2018
Newcastle on Clun Football Club have been offered a great opportunity to purchase their football ground at Millfield in Newcastle. Read More
Wed 7 February 2018
The new Countryside Productivity Small Grant Scheme has opened today for farmers in England, covering the livestock, dairy, arable and horticultural sectors to purchase equipment to improve the productivity of their farms. Read More
Mon 5 February 2018
McCartneys LLP has appointed Mike Hamer to run the property side of its Kington, Knighton and Prestigne offices. Mike, joins the business with a wealth of experience, not only in property development, but also sales, marketing and research. Read More
Wed 31 January 2018
Stars were lighting up the sky on January 13, when we announced the winners of our annual McCartneys group awards. Read More
Wed 17 January 2018
We have seen a very positive start to 2018. There was a noticeable quietening down of the phones, as expected, during December as people prepared for the festive season. Read More
Sat 13 January 2018
If you are thinking of selling your property or land in 2018, then you may have more options open to you than you realise. Read More
Wed 27 December 2017
A busy year for the planning and survey department at McCartneys in 2017, and a highly successful one to. A year which has seen the submission of 69 planning applications to 11 different local planning authorities, ranging from the Welsh Coast to the Midlands, down to South Wales. Read More
Fri 15 December 2017
During the Christmas period Ludlow Market will behaving sale on Wednesday 27th December 2018 and also Monday 1st January 2018. For more information please contact 01584 872251 and speak to Michael Thomas or John Uffold. Read More
Fri 15 December 2017
I am often asked about the noticeable array of emerging online estate agents. What do we offer that is different? Read More
Fri 1 December 2017
Informal Tender closing at 12noon on Thursday 7th December 2017. Read More
Thu 16 November 2017
If you are looking to sell your property, then now is the time to do it. Do not wait until Spring!!! But it’s Winter I hear you cry! Read More
Wed 11 October 2017
The Weavers’ Cottages in Horsefair, Kidderminster have been shortlisted as one of three finalists in the Best Rescue of a Historic Building category of the Historic England Angel Awards 2017 Read More
Tue 5 September 2017
McCartneys LLP has beaten off stiff competition to be named a finalist in the prestigious Rural Business Awards (RBAs), due to be held on 5th October. Read More
Mon 24 July 2017
Park Farm, Hartlebury, North Worcestershire - Special barn with planning permission for conversion and private 1 acre lake in a scene reminiscent of an oil painting! Read More
Sat 22 July 2017
"We have enjoyed a very positive July and August with much needed stock coming in and filtering through", explains Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys Property Expert Zoe Herbert from our Kidderminster office. Read More
Tue 18 July 2017
McCartneys are supporting Mind, the mental health charity and have organised a fundraising event on the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal on Sunday the 24th of September to raise monies and awareness for the cause. Read More
Thu 13 July 2017
More auction success at Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel, Kidderminster was achieved again last night with a staggering £1,743,000worth of property sold on the evening. Read More
Thu 6 July 2017
McCartneys are pleased to be favoured with instructions to offer for sale by Formal Tender the holding known as Bryngwlfa, Llanbister Road. Read More
Fri 9 June 2017
AND THE WINNER IS…………. McCartneys have just won The British Property Awards for BEST ESTATE AGENT IN WELSHPOOL. Read More
Wed 3 May 2017
Tom Carter, partner in McCartneys Welshpool office said: “I am absolutely delighted to have been short listed for such a prestigious award completely out of the blue, it is wonderful that once again our hard work and the unrivalled results that we achieve for our clients here in in Mid Wales are being recognised at a national level. Our customer service levels, response times to enquiries and the service that we offer out of office hours have been highlighted by the judges which we are really proud of as we strive to offer the very best estate agency service in the area.” Read More
Tue 2 May 2017
These historic Grade II Listed properties have been painstakingly repaired to the very highest standard and are now in the market to be sold straightaway priced to attract immediate interest from able buyers. Read More
Fri 7 April 2017
Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys Partner, Nick Millinchip is delighted to be favoured with kind instructions from The Worcestershire Building Preservation Trust (WBPT). Read More
Fri 7 April 2017
McCartneys are pleased to be favoured with instructions to offer for sale by public auction on Thursday 25th May 2017 (in 2 Lots) the holding known as Llwynmorfa, Crossgates. Read More
Fri 24 March 2017
Thursday 13th April 2017 between 9am and 2pm at Kington Livestock Market, Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. No appoinment is necessary, please just drop in. Read More
Wed 1 February 2017
Virtual 3D Viewings – Now Available exclusively through McCartneys Read More
Wed 1 February 2017
McCartneys LLP, has started the year with a flurry of new appointments to the partnership. With long-time Chairman John Uffold having retired at the end of 2016, the independent Chartered Surveyors, Auctioneers, Valuers, Land & Estate Agents and Fine Art Auctioneers have appointed Glyn Owens to the post. Read More
Wed 25 January 2017
A change of scenery proved to be very successful at the McCartneys 2016 Christmas/Awards party, held on Saturday 14th January at The Castle Hotel in Brecon. Read More
Wed 18 January 2017
McCartneys have again scooped an industry ‘Oscar’ at the Estate Agency of the Year Awards 2016 in association with The Sunday Times and The Times. Read More
Wed 18 January 2017
Thinking about waiting till the Spring to sell your home? Well you’re not alone, many people think the winter isn’t a great time to sell but that’s become something of a myth in the last few years. Read More
Tue 10 January 2017
During the course of 2016 Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys LLP were favoured with kind instructions to offer 24 varied lots for sale by Public Auction. For some of our vendor/clients then irresistible offers meant that a few lots successfully changed hands prior to auction but from those 24 instructions it is great testament to our skill, and expertise, is the field of auction that only just one lot did not actually transact. Thereby creating an incredible “strike rate” of 96%! Read More
Tue 13 December 2016
McCartneys was awarded Silver in the Best Wales Agency category at The Estate Agency of the Year Awards 2016 in association with The Sunday Times and The Times. Read More
Mon 5 December 2016
When you read news articles that says ‘Housing transactions to drop over next two years in ‘tough times’, we all buy into the idea that the housing market is on a downer, BUT don’t believe everything you read, remember headline grabbing articles sell papers. Read More
Thu 24 November 2016
A Thursday night bit of fun for a small group of 12 from various McCartneys offices raises £110 for Macmillan Cancer Support. Read More
Mon 14 November 2016
Two customer satisfaction questionnaires from a property sale recently landed on my desk, which intrigued me enough to investigate the story behind them. Read More
Fri 4 November 2016
Property prices in Wyre Forest have seen quite an increase since Christmas and in general would be at least 5% up. Like the rest of the country we witnessed a real spike for transactions in the market in the run up to 1 April 2016 with buyers rushing to exchange contracts before the Government introduced changes to the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) system for buyto-let purchases and also second homes. Read More
Tue 11 October 2016
McCartneys are pleased to have been able to help in the fight to keep open one of our local village primary schools recently. Read More
Tue 20 September 2016
Kate Pinder achieves NFoPP QCF Level 3 Technical Award in Residential Letting and Property Management. Read More
Fri 16 September 2016
Our latest public auction sale was held on a hot evening on Tuesday 13th September 2016 seeing the room packed to full capacity with equally hot bidding! Read More
Mon 1 August 2016
The McCartneys summer auction attracted a good sized crowd with a variety of lots forward. A wide range of land and property gave the basis for a very successful evening. Read More
Fri 8 July 2016
The monumental decision on 23rd June to exit the European Union is likely to have significant repercussions for the agricultural industry in the UK. In the short term, things might be fine because a weaker pound means our exports will be more valuable and the imports more expensive. This could see livestock prices improve, although the implications on the goods we bring in from abroad is that they will be more expensive to buy. Read More
Fri 8 July 2016
At the end of June one would expect lovely sunshine and blue sky’s but that’s far from what we experienced when a McCartneys team took on Snowdon on 26th June in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Read More
Thu 7 July 2016
A Premier Sale of Classic Cars, Bikes and automobilia will be conducted by McCartneys at the Brecon Classic Motor Show on Sunday 7th August 2016. Read More
Wed 29 June 2016
So the referendum is done and the UK has voted to leave the EU. What will this mean for the property market in the coming months? I read reports ranging from utter doom to a sense of mild and considered optimism. Read More
Tue 28 June 2016
When asked how the market is at the moment, the only answer I can give is extremely good. It was thought by some that with the lead up to the EU referendum, and the uncertainty that surrounds it, sales would slow and the market would become quite quiet. Read More
Thu 23 June 2016
Donning my wellies I arrived at The Three Counties Showground Malvern on Friday 17th June to assist on our show stand. Read More
Thu 16 June 2016
We’ve been delighted to receive instructions to sell some wonderful country cottages in Mid Wales over the last couple of months and the results have been excellent for our clients in terms of prices achieved and the time taken to agree sales. Read More
Wed 1 June 2016
About 18 months ago we took the decision to start supporting a charity for the year. 2015 saw us raising money for the Air Ambulance with our main event being a sponsored walk up Pen Y Fan in the Brecon Beacons (pictured above) and all told we raised over £700 for this extremely worthy cause. Read More
Thu 26 May 2016
As far back as I can remember sponsorship has been the 'back bone' of many events both large & small. Without it many would find it hard to survive. Read More
Wed 11 May 2016
If glorious isolation is what you’re dreaming of then Warren House in Stansbatch, Herefordshire will be right up your street, or should we say track! Read More
Thu 28 April 2016
McCartneys are pleased to be favoured with instructions to offer for sale by private treaty Hill Farm, Bucknell. Read More
Wed 20 April 2016
Established 1848 Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys have been around property a very long time. In fact soon to be celebrating 170 years in Estate Agency. Read More
Mon 4 April 2016
Over half a dozen potential buyers were present in a full saleroom for McCartneys auction of the little Mission Hall at Hay-on-Wye. Read More
Mon 4 April 2016
Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys LLP has a fine heritage having been established all the way back in 1848 and still runs today with the very same deep rooted values such as honesty, integrity and professionalism underpinned by a friendly highly knowledgeable personal service yet at the same time we still always continue to strive for progression thereby leading the way in all aspects of modern property transfer in order to exceed our clients expectations. Read More
Fri 1 April 2016
What a word! We are, in our day to day capacity as valuers and auctioneers, being asked regularly to “can you please value this or value that”. But if you stand back and consider the word value and its associated close relatives, we have a whole world of words surrounding one core word. Read More
Fri 1 April 2016
Whether you are personally pro or anti Europe, the referendum on 23th June is likely to do nothing to help property sales this spring. Read More
Fri 1 April 2016
The first of the new properties at Rectory View in Berriew is now complete with the remaining three nearing completion. Interested parties are now invited to view unit two which is a large 3 bedroom semi detached house which exhibits the quality of finish that will be echoed throughout the development. Read More
Wed 30 March 2016
Last year I wrote about how if 2015 fulfilled half the potential it had promised, it would be a year to remember...I think it is fair to say that 2015 was definitely a year to remember! Read More
Tue 29 March 2016
The first auction of property recently took place at The Salwey Arms. Three lots forward, two in North Herefordshire and the other in Powys. Read More
Mon 21 March 2016
We are delighted to report on the success of our Spring Auction at The Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel on Tuesday evening of last week. The atmosphere was more akin to a sporting event. Read More
Tue 15 March 2016
With its spectacular countryside and ranking as one of the happiest places to live in the UK, mid Wales has long been a magnet for anyone looking to escape more frenetic parts of the UK. Read More
Tue 15 March 2016
In a fast-changing world, the vendors of Highclere in Newtown, Powys have taken a new approach to selling their five-bedroom house. Working with McCartneys to take advantage of premium marketing under the Fine & Country brand, they’ve also chosen to set up a Facebook page for their property to help convey a sense of lifestyle. Read More
Mon 14 March 2016
I am often asked, when I am undertaking Marketing Appraisals, whether we have people waiting to view properties such as the one I am inspecting. Read More
Sun 21 February 2016
With more changes to stamp duty due to come into effect on the 1st April 2016, it would be prudent for any buy-to-let or second home buyer to be aware of the impact this will have on them. Read More
Fri 19 February 2016
Historic Weavers’ Cottages in Horsefair, Kidderminster to be offered for sale by Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys – following extensive repair and conservation by The Worcestershire Building Preservation Trust Ltd having secured a mix of important grant and loan funding to do so! Read More
Fri 12 February 2016
As 2015 came to a close we saw several changes for the lettings market bringing in new rulings as of October 1st. These changes were in respect of carbon monoxide / smoke alarms in rented accommodation along with grounds for landlords regaining possession of their properties. Read More
Mon 8 February 2016
2016 is going to be an eventful year for the residential letting market in Wales. We will see the tax and stamp duty changes that were announced in the budget and autumn statement take effect, along with the Renting Homes Bill potentially becoming law which could see significant changes to the way in which residential tenancies are written in Wales. Read More
Mon 1 February 2016
Let’s face it, January is a bit of a long haul, we have all (just about) recovered from the excesses of Christmas, ignored our bank statements, waited for pay day, got the kids settled back into school, probably signed up for gym membership, battled against seemingly never ending rain and gale force winds; now helpfully all named so we know when to expect the latest onslaught from Gertrude or Jonas or maybe storm Kevin? We got though Blue Monday which is a miracle given the fact that all the news reporters spent the whole of that day telling us how awful everything is and to top it all no one I know won the £33m on the lottery. Read More
Mon 21 December 2015
BUILD Magazine announced on 17th December the winners of the Real Estate & Property Awards. Phipps & Pritchard are awarded Best Local Estate Agency Worcestershire 2015. Read More
Fri 18 December 2015
Christmas is almost here and historically the property market usually quietens down…….but not so at the Tenbury Wells office of McCartneys who are reporting record numbers of sales for the month of December. Read More
Thu 10 December 2015
McCartneys LLP has been named Best in United Kingdom in the Best Real Estate Agency category at the final of the International Property Awards Summit held at London’s Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square, 7th December 2015. Read More
Thu 10 December 2015
McCartneys was awarded as Wales Estate Agency of the Year 2015 at The Estate Agency of the Year Awards 2015 in association with The Sunday Times and The Times and sponsored by Zoopla Property Group. Read More
Thu 10 December 2015
From 1st January 2016, Building Regulations covering construction of all new residential properties in Wales will change. It will become mandatory to have a water fire sprinkler system installed. This new requirement will have to comply with BS 9251 : 2014. Read More
Mon 30 November 2015
Tom Carter, partner in charge at McCartneys in Welshpool and Newtown is delighted to announce the appointment of a new member of staff. Read More
Wed 28 October 2015
In its quest to discover the best real estate professionals in the world, the International Property Awards in London invited agents and agencies to present their full range of services. The judging committee chaired by two members of the House of Lords scrutinised hundreds of entries and McCartneys with Phipps & Pritchard was a top scoring entrant for Best Real Estate Agent UK. Read More
Thu 22 October 2015
In the property world, open house viewings are becoming more common as part of an overall marketing strategy. The idea of an open house viewing is that the house is available for a period of time on a certain day for any interested buyers to come and look around. Read More
Fri 16 October 2015
Hay-on-Wye Primary School infants made a visit to our Hay Office earlier this week to discover what our job was all about. Read More
Fri 16 October 2015
All in a days work when McCartneys with Phipps & Pritchard hit London to collect their awards. Read More
Tue 13 October 2015
When it comes to superheros, McCartneys have their own "Iron Man" in the shape of Jamie Tulloch who took part in the Ironman Wales competition held on Sunday 13th September. Read More
Mon 12 October 2015
On Friday evening myself, Anneka, Chris, Zoe and Mark representing McCartneys and Phipps & Pritchard went down to London to the 2015 UK Property Awards ceremony. Read More
Fri 4 September 2015
The results of the UK stage of the International Property Awards 2015-2016 have just been announced and McCartneys is justifiably proud to be among the winners. Read More
Fri 24 July 2015
This property is a brand new instruction being handled by Phipps & Pritchard with McCartneys Partner Nick Millinchip who is based at Stourport-on-Severn Office on 01299 822060. Please click the link for full details of Howney Stile, Orleton, Stanford Bridge, WR6 6SX Read More
Wed 22 July 2015
Only one fantastic 3 bedroom house remains at the Royal Glassworks – Plot 5, nearing completion and ready for immediate occupation – which is priced at £165,000. Read More
Tue 14 July 2015
It’s always great to see local businesses thriving within our community and on the 1st July I was lucky enough to be invited to the first birthday celebrations of Great Escape Fitness, Gym and Spa in Welshpool. Read More
Tue 14 July 2015
Marketing is one of the major components of any good estate agency business and the key debate amongst most agencies is online marketing or print media. Read More
Thu 25 June 2015
Senior Sales/Lettings Negotiator and newly appointed Office Manager Hazel Price joins the team at Leominster. Having worked for McCartneys for 9 years and responsible for a number of duties from sales negotiating to lettings, undertaking appraisals and listings within Herefordshire, Shropshire and Powys. Having Hazel on board will further strengthen the already dynamic team of Lister & Valuer Lee Anderson, Sales Negotiator Julia Skivington and Administrative Support from Amy Paddock. Read More
Knighton Office – “We would both like to express our gratitude for the helpful way in which you assisted our purchase. Every communication with all the staff involved was such a pleasant and encouraging experience. We love the cottage and again many thanks.”
