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Upmarket agency gets to the haart of the capital

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:34:56 GMT

The largest independent estate agency in the UK has launched a new upmarket sister agency in response to the growing demand for a niche estate agent to meet the needs of discerning buyers at the top end of the property market.

Otway to take on Cannes and then Friars

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:27 GMT

Former Aylesbury dustman turned singer John Otway is taking his rock spoof film to the famous Cannes Film Festival.

Producer hoping for roaring success in Ice Age documentary

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:19:58 GMT

This sabre toothed tiger is just one Ice Age animal recreated in a BBC documentary masterminded by a Thame woman.

Geoff Cox’s DVDs: Gangster Squad

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:31:28 GMT

Action-heavy crime thriller GANGSTER SQUAD (15: Warner) has more brawn than brains, but sets its sights firmly from the start and hits the mark with relish.

‘Time to make a move if you have your eye on a particular school’

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:53:27 GMT

It’s coming up to half term, and it’s a key time of year for many parents as arrangements are made for the allocation of school places.

More protection for owners of leasehold flats is welcomed

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:53:20 GMT

Owners of leasehold flats will get greater protection against poor service from managing agents following the launch of a new regulatory regime.

This Ashridge event isn’t half appealing!

Wed, 15 May 2013 07:51:20 GMT

Organisers of the first Ashridge Half Marathon hope that this serene scene will entice enthusiastic athletes to sign up for next month’s event and boost numbers after a slow start.

Stables sounds call for walkies

Wed, 15 May 2013 07:35:49 GMT

Supporters of the Gaddesden Place Riding For The Disabled charity are gearing up for one of their big annual fundraising events next month.

Missy Malone – she’s naughty but nice

Wed, 15 May 2013 05:47:32 GMT

Shakespeare, the Beatles and Andrew Lloyd Webber have all crossed the Atlantic to leave a mark on the cultural fabric of the USA, and so has Piers Morgan for that matter – but did you know that burlesque was also a British export?

Tringe team’s roving over to Berkhamsted

Wed, 15 May 2013 05:22:15 GMT

Anyone with fond memories of last summer’s Roving Comics night, the traditional launch event of the Tringe comedy festival, will be experiencing a dab of deja vu when they check out the bill for a feast of fun planned for Berkhamsted next month.

Evergreen but never stuck in a rut: Alan Candy road tests the Suzuki Jimny

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:07:42 GMT

When does a car become iconic? It’s a question Suzuki 4x4 fans should have no problem in answering – especially when it’s an SUV now into its 43rd anniversary.

Help To Buy is helping the market, say surveyors

Mon, 13 May 2013 08:54:04 GMT

Chartered surveyors say that their expectations for property sales in the East were at their most positive in more than four years during April – and point to the the government’s announcement on the ‘Help to Buy’ scheme making a real impact on the housing market.

Matt Adcock’s film review: Star Trek Into Darkness

Mon, 13 May 2013 03:59:02 GMT

“You think your world is safe? It is an illusion. A comforting lie told to protect you. Enjoy these final moments of peace. For I have returned, to have my vengeance!”

Alan Dee’s movie preview: The Great Gatsby, Fast & Furious 6

Sun, 12 May 2013 09:38:32 GMT

Yes, I know, I know – it’s a dream team, isn’t it?

‘Good neighbours add value to your home’

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:00:54 GMT

Anti-social neighbours are the biggest turn-off to prospective homebuyers, according to a recent survey of over 4,000 potential purchasers by PrimeLocation.com.

Geoff Cox’s DVDs: Django Unchained

Fri, 10 May 2013 08:44:24 GMT

Quentin Tarantino follows up his war homage Inglourious Basterds with another Oscar-winner, DJANGO UNCHAINED (18: Sony), a thrilling swagger through the good, bad and ugly sides of slavery.

Pies, marathons and TV: Aylesbury’s Cooray stars in new Greggs show

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:30:22 GMT

Aylesbury marathon man and Greggs worker Anruadha Cooray will get more time in front of the cameras in a Sky documentary.

Congratulations, it’s Rental Freedom Day - but not for Londoners!

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:20:12 GMT

Break out the bubbly and propose a toast – today, Sunday, May 12, is this year’s Rental Freedom Day.

Matt Adcock’s film review: Dead Man Down

Mon, 06 May 2013 06:30:54 GMT

“They killed my wife. They killed my daughter. They should have made sure they killed me too.”

Alan Dee’s movie preview: Star Trek - Into Darkness, The Reluctant Fundamentalist, Mud

Mon, 06 May 2013 06:29:47 GMT

The summer blockbusters are stacked overhead in a landing pattern to ensure maximum box office bang for buck, and touching down this week, hot on the heels of Iron Man 3, is Star Trek: Into Darkness.