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New role created to boost Platinum Skies homeowners’ happiness and wellbeing

We have a created a brand new role which will focus solely on the happiness and wellbeing of our homeowners. Boosting happiness & wellbeing Laura Warwick has joined the team as Director of Lifestyle, Wellbeing and Entertainment, where she will be focusing on organising events and hosting community activities to bring the homeowners together to…

Places to visit in Taunton

Taunton is a quaint market town and the historic county town of Somerset. In this blog we run you through some of our favourite places to visit in Taunton or within a few miles of the town. 1.      The Museum of Somerset The Museum is housed in Taunton’s 12th century castle and run by South…

Top Tips for Moving with Pets

Moving day can be stressful enough without having to worry about the wellbeing of your furry friends.  In this blog we share our top tips for a happy, healthy and smooth move with your pets. There are several things you can do to manage stress levels for everyone and make your moving experience a happy…

How to make moving house less stressful

In this blog we will share our top tips on how to make moving house less stressful. Ask anyone who has ever moved to a new house, and they will almost always agree that it is a challenging life event. Why is moving to a new house so stressful? Moving to a new house is…

Best walks in Wiltshire: Dog friendly & river walks

When it comes to exploring the great outdoors, the Wiltshire landscape offers a feast for the eyes. With autumn fast-approaching, it’s the perfect time to get out and about for some rousing walks with your four-legged friend. So, dust off your favourite pair of walking boots, grab the pooch and explore the best walks in…

5 spring gardening tips to get your garden ready for summer

Spring has sprung, and it’s time to step outside and get your garden ready for summer with our top spring gardening tips. The dark winter months are over, you can look forward to sunny days and lighter evenings. Get ready for spring gardening which ones with the opportunity to create a beautiful outdoor space and…

Shared ownership luxury apartments for older people available in Dorset, Wiltshire & Somerset

Everyone knows that shared ownership is available for first-time buyers, but our research shows that a minority of people know about Older Persons Shared Ownership (OPSO). Shared ownership in Dorset, Wiltshire & Somerset We are proud to have several shared-ownership communities for over-55s in Dorset, with stunning apartments available at Vista in Parkstone, Esprit in…

Luxury apartments in Sherborne take shape in over-55s village

Our construction team have been working really hard to build a new apartment complex as part of a new over-55s independent-living village in Sherborne. Sherborne retirement village under construction We are constructing a range of luxury apartments, houses and a hotel in the new village at the top of Horsecastles Road and the A30, which…

10 useful tips to declutter and downsize your home

Making the decision to downsize your home, particularly if you have lived there for several years, is a significant one. While you may have moved home numerous times throughout your life and feel you have an idea of the process and knock-on impact, downsizing is a completely different prospect. Not only must you consider which…