This amazing drone footage shows how the site of the former Bradgate House and the Grand Stables is falling into disrepair. The footage, taken by James Dawkins of Leicestershire from the Sky, shows a house which was built on the site and the old Grand Stables nearby. Both buildings are situated in Groby, off Bradgate Hill, around two miles from the famous ruins of the original Bradgate House in Bradgate Park. Although the first building in the video is not of Bradgate House, it is built on the site of the the second house which was built in the 1850s. Not to be confused with the 16th Century ruins, which are located in the park, the second house was built for George Harry Grey, Seventh Earl of Stamford. According to a 2004 Leicester Mercury article, when that house was completed, it was described as the 'Calendar House', because it was said to have 365 windows, 52 rooms and 12 main chimneys. Sadly, that huge house was demolished in 1926 and in its place there is now a much more modern … [Read more...] about Drone footage shows former Bradgate House site in disrepair
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Homes for sale: Here’s where the housing market is the hottest
Janna Herron USA TODAY Published 5:00 AM EDT Jul 31, 2019 Homebuyers are skipping the suburbs and exurbs of big cities and instead flocking to smaller, more affordable metro areas, according to Realtor.com’s list of hottest ZIP codes in the U.S., released exclusively to USA TODAY early Wednesday. Millennials are driving the popularity of these areas – from Shawnee, Kansas, to Goffstown, New Hampshire. They are looking for cheaper housing that isn’t too far away from the downtowns of the nearby cities where they can dine, shop and work. Affordability has been the motivating factor for the last five years as housing prices in some markets become too high. But this year’s even more extreme, says Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com. “Those markets that came on the list versus those that fell off are much less expensive, about a third less expensive,” she says. “That’s helping those areas to attract buyers, particularly … [Read more...] about Homes for sale: Here’s where the housing market is the hottest
The Bachelor takes its show literally on the road in 2020
The Bachelor host Chris Harrison announced on Monday night's The Bachelorette Men Tell All special that Bachelor Nation will be going on the road next year with The Bachelor Live On Stage. Tickets will go on sale on the official website BachelorLiveOnStage.com starting Friday, July 26, with the tour kicking off February 13 in Mesa, AZ. The live stage show will be hosted by The Bachelor Season 20 and The Bachelorette Season 11 star Ben Higgins. Tour: The Bachelor host Chris Harrison announced on Monday night's The Bachelorette Men Tell All special that Bachelor Nation will be going on the road next year with The Bachelor Live On Stage The stage show will essentially be a truncated version of a season of The Bachelor, condensed into one night. The official website, 'guarantees all the drama, the gossip and the romance of your favorite TV show in one delightful evening for the ultimate fan party.' RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Bachelor In Paradise Season 6 trailer … [Read more...] about The Bachelor takes its show literally on the road in 2020
Hope House partners web solutions provider to boost donations
A cancer patient support charity has revealed plans to extend its provision in Islandmagee. Hope House, founded by Roy and Dawn McConnell, offers free self-catering accommodation to cancer patients and their carers during or upon completion of their treatment for a short time of rest.Details of the proposal were revealed as the charity announced it has partnered with Flint Studios, a web solutions provider, to develop a website enabling it to accept donations online.Dawn said: “We have plans to convert a second, smaller property, also in Brown’s Bay, towards the end of the year. This will sleep two people and will be really helpful in catering to the demand for the service we provide. We’re hoping to start the renovations as soon as funds become available.”Since completing renovation of its centre in Brown’s Bay in October 2018, Hope House has raised £12,000 through the website and local fundraising efforts. Gifted by Flint Studios, the website also … [Read more...] about Hope House partners web solutions provider to boost donations
Zen group members hope for safe return of missing Buddha
Hebden Bridge Zen group’s Buddha has sat outside the meeting house through wind, rain, snow and, after Boxing Day, even flood - but is now missing. Until the recent floods the group usually meet four times a week at Hope House in the centre of Hebden Bridge, which is where the Buddha has sat outside for over two years.The Buddha has endured even the floods without moving once - even when the water was about a foot over his head!David Ford of Hebden Bridge Zen Group said “We know that Buddhism is all about non-attachment but we’ve had plenty of practice with that due to the recent floods and would like the lovely statue back.”The statue which was donated to the group is a little over a foot high, with a green shade and is also very heavy. If you do have any information on the Buddhas whereabouts please get in touch on 07970425932 or drop a note through the door of Hope House. The group continue to meet at different venues throughout the week whislt repairs are … [Read more...] about Zen group members hope for safe return of missing Buddha