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Friends of Sussex Hospices Christmas Gift Fair 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse we were delighted to sponsor the Friends of Sussex Hospices (FSH) Christmas Fair for the second year running. The event was held at the East Sussex National Golf Resort […]
Wear It Pink 2024
In October and November 2024, Batcheller Monkhouse was incredibly proud to once again take part in Wear It Pink Day. We came together to show our support for Breast Cancer […]
Mayfield Property Window Display
Batcheller Monkhouse are delighted to have a Property Window Display located in the heart of Mayfield, East Sussex. Our window display is conveniently situated on the High Street, TN20 6AQ, […]
Oxford Brookes University Careers Fair 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse had a successful day at the Oxford Brookes University Careers Fair on Tuesday 8 October 2024. We are proud to offer Graduate jobs and work experience roles across […]
Home and Garden Autumn Fair 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to support the Home and Garden Autumn Fair in East Sussex on Saturday 5 October 2024. Members of staff from our Battle and Tunbridge Wells Agency […]
Petworth Ploughing Match and Hurstpierpoint Ploughing Match
Our Rural, Agency and Planning Professionals had great success attending Petworth Ploughing Match and the Hurstpierpoint Ploughing Match in September 2024. Petworth Ploughing Match Batcheller Monkhouse attended Petworth Ploughing Match […]
The Glamping Show 2024
In September 2024, the Batcheller Monkhouse Chartered Town Planners had another successful few days attending The Glamping Show, a luxury camping and outdoor hospitality exhibition event. Staff from our Tunbridge […]
Laughton Ploughing Match and Weald of Kent Ploughing Match
In September 2024, our Rural, Agency, Lettings, Telecoms and Planning Professionals had great success attending Laughton Ploughing Match and the Weald of Kent Ploughing Match. Laughton Ploughing Match The first Ploughing […]
Haywards Heath Town Day 2024
What a fantastic day at the Haywards Heath Town Day 2024! The weather was ideal, with a great turnout of families and stalls to explore. The Batcheller Monkhouse stand was […]
The Big Planning Shake Up, Labour Government
Last month, Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlined her vision for boosting the British economy, focusing on reforming the planning system to unlock development. The new government announced plans to hire 300 […]
Brightling Flower and Dog Show 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to sponsor Brightling Flower and Dog Show on Saturday 20 July 2024. The picturesque village came alive with vibrant colours and wagging tails, drawing enthusiasts from […]
Unlocking the Potential of Natural Capital
Natural Capital encompasses the world’s natural resources and ecosystems, including air, water, soil, and living organisms. These elements provide essential goods and services that support human life and economic activity, […]
Labour’s Manifesto for the Rental Market
The Labour Party won the UK General Election on Friday 5th July 2024. We explore the potential impacts this could have on the Lettings industry. Labour’s manifesto mentioned some clear […]
Claremont Primary School Summer Fete 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to sponsor Claremont Primary School Summer Fete on Saturday 29th June 2024. Members of staff from our Tunbridge Wells Agency Department had a fabulous time at […]
The South of England Show 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to be back at The South of England Show on Friday 7th and Saturday 8th June 2024. The fantastic annual agricultural event was held at the […]
Home and Garden Summer Fair 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to support the Home and Garden Summer Fair in East Sussex on Saturday 1st June 2024. Members of staff from our Tunbridge Wells Agency department attended […]
Heathfield Agricultural Show 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to once again attend Heathfield Agricultural Show on Saturday 25th May 2024. Held at Tottingworth Farm in Broad Oak, our Agency and Rural Professionals spent the day […]
Haywards Heath Rugby Club Festival 2024
On 19 May 2024 the Batcheller Monkhouse Haywards Heath office were delighted to sponsor the Haywards Heath Rugby Club Festival. Staff from our Sales team attended the event, held at […]
Residential Planning Permission in Sittingbourne
In April 2024, our Tunbridge Wells Planning Team secured a resolution to grant planning permission for a residential scheme in Sittingbourne, Kent. The scheme will provide 27 residential flats across […]
DEFRA introduces 25% Area Cap for Sustainable Farming Incentive
In March 2024, DEFRA announced the introduction of a 25% Area Cap for 6 of the existing 23 actions offered under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI). This move is to […]
Farm Expo 2024
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to be back at Farm Expo in Detling, Kent on Wednesday 6th March 2024. Held at the Kent County Showground our Rural Professionals spent the day […]
Starmer wants homes built on Green Belt land in the South East
In February 2024, Sir Kier Starmer commented on the current level of housebuilding in the South East. Whilst lacking in detail, this statement by the Labour leader shows a promising […]
Planning Success utilising Permitted Development Rights
Unlocking Success: Tunbridge Wells Planning Team Utilise Permitted Development Rights In February, our Tunbridge Wells Planning Team achieved a significant planning success by leveraging the fall-back position established under permitted […]
Rural Grants Update
Following the latest announcements made by Defra, we have outlined the main updates and changes to the different grant funding schemes below: Improving Farm Productivity Grant For robotic or automatic […]