Will the General Election Affect House Prices?

The Labour Party has enjoyed a landslide UK General Election victory this month – and even returned Ruddington’s first Labour MP in over half a century. Although housing was not top of everyone’s agenda this time around, it’s still an important subject that many home owners, and soon-to-be first time buyers, are watching very closely, writes Benwell Daykin Estate Agents. But has the General Election impacted house prices already, and will it cause any significant changes now the election has taken place? Has the general election affected house prices so far?…

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Riverfall Celebrates a Decade of Financial Wisdom

A Ruddington-based financial planning and mortgage firm is marking a decade in business. Riverfall Financial, founded in 2014, is located on the first floor of 17-21 High Street. The team began their tenth birthday celebrations with a visit to RuddFest {top photo}. Business owner Jessica McGowan, CFP™ Chartered FCSI, explains: “As Managing Director, and fellow Ruddington resident of 15 years, I’m thrilled we have reached our decade in business – as well as the first anniversary of moving in to our village centre offices. “It’s an achievement we’re really proud of and it’s testament…

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Near & Far Removals

Moving house can be a stressful experience, however a long established Ruddington based removals company promises to take care of everything for you – with safe, quality service at an affordable price. Near & Far Removals is managed by husband and wife team Martyn and Elaine Langridge and has been helping to relocate homeowners and businesses across the East Midlands and the rest of the UK since 2003. After Brookside Autoservices closed, in November 2022 the firm moved into neighbouring premises at Unit 8, Brookside Road. It now employs a staff of around 18 people…

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Greg Hill Carpets & Flooring

If you’re looking to spruce up your home, office, shop or hospitality venue with a new carpet or replacement flooring, you need look no further than Greg Hill Flooring. With over 25 years’ experience and specialist knowledge, and with a dedicated showroom on Dutton’s Hill in Ruddington since 2017, the company is here to help guide you to your next floor covering. Greg Hill Flooring specialises in supplying and fitting a comprehensive range of carpets from wool twists, Berbers and synthetics to Axminster, plus the installation of Amtico, Karndean and…

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First Home: It’s Just What the Doctor Ordered

Two young doctors have bought their first house together after choosing their perfect plot at the beautiful ‘Lace Fields’ development here in Ruddington. First-time buyers James Reekes and Siddhee Pradhan {pictured top) were delighted to be helped every step of the way by award-winning housebuilder William Davis Homes. Hospital doctor Siddhee and research scientist James say they love the countryside setting of Lace Fields after moving from a flat they rented in Beeston. The couple originally met while studying at the University of Nottingham. “It’s really exciting to have our…

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New Showroom and Website for Mascari Design

A lot has been happening recently at Ruddington’s Mascari Design. There’s been a rebrand, a huge investment in their showroom on Charles Street and  the launch of their brand new website! On the recent showroom refurbishment at 5 Charles Street, Managing Director Rob Mascari says: “We have been planning a complete remodelling of the showroom for the past year and we are delighted to have made it happen. For the first time in our history, we have totally reimagined the use of our showroom to enable an exciting customer experience. “With…

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