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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Garden centres in West London will likely be experiencing an incredibly busy period as the spring sunshine turned everyone’s thoughts to beautifying their outside patch whether it’s a lawned garden, a roof terrace, a patio or even a window box. Spring is traditionally a time when green-fingered customers stock up on trays of bedding plants,…
The proximity to the shops and eateries of Askew Village and the green space on the doorstep are just two of the factors that make living in Wendell Park such an appealing prospect. This is a small but vibrant micro area of the W12 postcode that buyers and renters often ask us about. With its…
SPRING 2022 ISSUE 2 The first three months of 2022 have been incredibly active for the West London property market for both sales and lettings. Across the UK house prices have continued to rise due to the imbalance between supply and demand. In London in particular the rental market has been exceptionally busy with properties…
If you’re thinking of adding some new artwork to your home, in this blog we highlight three West London artists you should know about. Artists at Home is a group of artists and craft-makers based in Chiswick, Hammersmith and Shepherd’s Bush. Horton and Garton are proud sponsors of the group and support their annual event…
Those of us who have lived in the area for some time know that we are fortunate to have a broad selection of sports clubs in West London. As estate agents, the whereabouts of the nearest sports club, gym, swimming pool or activity centre is information we offer to potential buyers, given the importance these…
One of the primary schools in West London that truly stands out is highly regarded St Stephen’s CE Primary School, led by headteacher Michael Schumm. We took the opportunity to talk to Michael about the school, his background and how he’s shaped St Stephen’s over the past 18 years as headteacher. About Michael Schumm If…
Horton and Garton asked local interior designer, Anna Ellis to give insight into the rising styles and new functionality expected of our homes that will shape interior design trends for 2022. Insight from Anna Ellis Interior Design As West London Estate Agents, we have seen first hand how covid has been a catalyst for changing…
