Situated in the East of England, Maidstone belongs to the county of Kent, of which being the biggest borough inside of it. As a town, it was granted in 1549, booming with Norman and Tudor architecture and structures from the Middle Ages. Built mostly with stone, flint and brick, the resistant framework has stayed for…
Located just Southeast of Central London and sat adjoining the borough of Bexley, Dartford is a widespread settlement housing over 112,000 people. With multitudes of historic architecture, Dartford is a place where mixing archival structures within a modernistic city is widely common. If you live within Dartford, you will most likely live near or in…
Bromley is known for its expansive types of architectural styles. By area, Bromley is the largest borough in Greater London and one of the most rural. When having a home extension, there are many factors to consider which aren’t typically discussed. Onwards of April 2022, the London Borough of Bromley have made altercations to general…
Bexley, or otherwise known as Bexley Village or Old Bexley is in the southeast of Greater London. It holds historic features which are still a main attraction to this day and houses residents within the borough. It is also within the Metropolitan Green Belt which wraps around London, ensuring the city does not turn into…
When you are looking to hire someone to work on your home you want to be sure that you are hiring the right team for the job. One which has qualified and experienced staff who will understand what you need and deliver to a high standard. So if you live in, say, Maidstone and are…
Are you planning to make changes to your home in and around Bromley? Then you may need to submit a planning application. You may be able to make smaller changes to your home under permitted development rules, even some extensions or conversions. For most, though, and certainly for larger projects, you will need to submit…
One of the things that makes the South East unique is its blend of architectural styles. Our country’s rich history is clearly seen in the buildings around us – their location, design, materials and even their size. Bexley is a good example of this combination of traditional and modern design styles. So when it comes…
Visiting Royal Tunbridge Wells is a feast for the eyes and a walk back through history – particularly if you like architecture. Originally established in the early 17th century, it grew around the iron-rich chalybeate mineral waters spring, touted for its healing properties. What began as a spa town, took on Royal status and is…
Often mistaken for its more famous neighbour, Royal Tunbridge Wells, the market town of Tonbridge has its own important part to play in history. The older of the two settlements, it has its own architectural style. While it may not be as glamorous as its southern neighbour, it is well worth exploring. Start at today’s…
The first record of a town at Sevenoaks dates to the 13th century when it attained its charter as a market town. Since then, the architecture in Sevenoaks illustrates the town’s history through various building styles and materials. Over the last few hundred years, Sevenoaks shows off its history from the medieval Knole House to…