Journal
All the latest news, industry insights and updates from Team AB.
Natural Capital – what’s in it for you?
Natural Capital is rapidly becoming a term used and heard by farmers and their advisors in everyday life. The importance of protecting the environment is something farmers have always been aware of; however the constant discussion of climate change issues and public awareness regarding the environment is increasingly driving environmental discussions by governments, companies and […]
Ahead of the rest
We have been working our socks off whilst enjoying the recent festivities to bring you a range of new properties to the market – giving us a great start to 2020! 2019 brought a great year for Armitstead Barnett selling a wide range of rural and higher end properties across Lancashire and Cumbria. It certainly […]
Would you like a better working kitchen for next Christmas?
Island living could be just the thing to tempt you to be in a new home for Christmas 2020. Aside from gaining additional worktop space for cooking, plus extra storage, kitchen islands make great informal dining spaces for breakfast, coffee or the odd glass of wine, all whilst you are keeping the cook company. The […]
Agricultural Land update – Erratic weather, another period of uncertainty so what’s Changed?
As we start a new decade, it would be wrong not to look back over the last year, for once the weather was not the sole topic of conversation however the effects of the elements can sometimes be felt for days, weeks, months and even years. one thing is clear – weather patterns are becoming […]
Farmers to be given £3 Billion funding…
Earlier this week, the Chancellor has confirmed that nearly £3 billion of funding for 2020 will be available to support farmers once the UK leaves the EU. This cash injection will maintain the level of funding for Direct Payments at the same rate as last year. Sajid Javid (Chancellor) has confirmed the cash will be […]
Lettings makes changes
2019 has seen some big changes in the letting industry and there is plenty more on the way with ever changing legislation. We have seen an increase in Landlords feeling the pressure over the last 6 months, wanting to make sure they are in line with legislation which can become confusing and complicated if it […]
North West Farmland Market Update
The farmland market has proved far more resilient than many had predicted over the last 12 months, considering Brexit related uncertainty and the issues caused by the weather last year. Despite an overall increase in supply of UK farmland in the market, the average values have remained stable. This is an overall statement of the […]
Armitstead Barnett strengthens North West offering with NEW office in Clitheroe
Armitstead Barnett is pleased to announce the opening of an office in the heart of Clitheroe town centre, further expanding our presence in the North West. The office opens on Friday 1 February and is situated on Church Street in Clitheroe. Providing agency services for high end, rural and village homes along with more agricultural […]
Tenant Fees Ban
The Tenant Fees Bill is now moving quickly and is set to come into place later this year, meaning Letting Agents can no longer charge fees to tenants who would like to let a property.With this in mind, many agents around the country will be feeling the pressure and reviewing their fees to landlords. Here at Armitstead Barnett we […]
Lettings Service Expansion
Over the past 12 months Armitstead Barnett’s Lettings Department has seen tremendous growth; led by Leeann Swarbrick and now ably accompanied by Cathy Fish. Having invested heavily in our infrastructure and technology behind the department; streamlining processes and creating and improving better client experience, we are pleased to say that we are opening our lettings service across […]
The Future of Farming – Agriculture Bill
The Government’s long-awaited Agriculture Bill was published on the 12 September, setting out its intentions for future payments to landowners and farmers and a system of payments for public goods. This document is a crucial part of the Government’s planning for the future of farming and land management policy and is expected to become law […]
To Build or Buy?
When you think of Armitstead Barnett you might think we only deal with large rural properties, however we are conscious that we need to satisfy the needs of all our clients and that, in recent years, has turned to selling parcels of land with planning permission and marketing small, new build developments. 2018 has seen […]
