Leasehold vs freehold

Leasehold vs Freehold | Understanding property tenures


If you’re in the market for a property to buy in London, you’ll likely have considered leasehold vs freehold properties and might be hoping to learn a little bit more about the different types of property tenures and what they might mean for home ownership. When you’re looking at a property for sale in London, within […]

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Summer days out in West London 2022

Summer days out in West London 2022


The school holidays have begun over recent weeks, whilst some will have chosen to head out of the city and even overseas, many of us will be here for most of this break and will likely be seeking activities and summer days out in West London for all the family to enjoy.  Recently we rounded up some […]

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Parks in West London


Local residents have a number of options when it comes to green spaces and parks in West London; we’re fortunate to live in one of the leafiest parts of London. Together with the parks found in Chiswick, Hammersmith, Shepherd’s Bush, and the immediate neighbouring areas of ‘our patch’, those who live in West London also enjoy […]

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Grove Park House

Living in Grove Park


Have you considered living in Grove Park? This leafy part of south Chiswick is one of the most sought-after areas in W4 and for good reason. The large homes with generous gardens, top schools, independent shops and eateries, access to the river and of course, having Chiswick House and Gardens on the doorstep, all make […]

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Garden office

Designing a Garden Office


We recently asked local Interior Designer Sacha Kemp-Potter to explore the process of designing a garden office to ensure it is fit for purpose, meets any required planning permissions, suits its surroundings and is to the homeowner’s tastes. With many now working remotely or with hybrid roles that mean they work from home for at […]

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West London Property News


SUMMER 2022 ISSUE 3 As we reach the year’s halfway mark, the West London property market is entering a period of transition and adjustment. Both sales and lettings continue to be incredibly active; in sales, the ‘off market’ market is still buoyant with multiple homes being sold this way in recent weeks and in lettings […]

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Hammersmith Bridge

Living in Hammersmith Riverside


Living in Hammersmith Riverside is highly desirable. Running for a long stretch of the River Thames, Hammersmith Riverside boasts several popular riverside pubs, stunning period houses, top restaurants and modern apartment buildings. The area is incredibly varied, at the Chiswick end there are many beautiful older properties, a stroll along the path will take you […]

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What is a Passive House?


A Passive House is a home built to incredibly high energy efficient standards, designed to consume up to 90% less heating and cooling energy than conventional buildings. When it comes to energy efficient construction the Passive House is the world-leading standard, the mecca of all energy and sustainability consultants. That isn’t to say a Passive […]

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Artists at Home West London

Artists at Home 2022 | Celebrating West London creatives


The Artists at Home 2022 open studio event takes place this weekend, one of the most wonderful local events to take place each year and a real celebration of West London creatives, an event Horton and Garton are extremely proud to sponsor. Run by volunteers, Artists at Home began 40 years ago with just a […]

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Whats on Chiswick Summer 2022

What’s on in Chiswick | June, July and August 2022


If you’re planning to spend part or all of the coming summer months in West London and specifically in or around W4, you’ll be keen to know what’s on in Chiswick in June, July and August 2022. Here we highlight some of the upcoming events to be held in W4 from markets to festivals, outdoor […]

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Platinum Jubilee

Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in West London


Her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth II, has become the first British Monarch to celebrate 70 years on the throne, so how can you celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in West London? To celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s reign there will be a nationwide extended Bank Holiday weekend in honour of her Platinum Jubilee, running from Thursday 2nd […]

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Living in Ravenscourt Park

Living in Ravenscourt Park


If you’re considering a move to West London, you can’t do much better than living in Ravenscourt Park. This small district with its popular leafy park, lovely Victorian homes, good schools and excellent transport links is a desirable enclave of the W6 postcode. In terms of transport links, Ravenscourt Park has its own District Line […]

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