Latest News and Information from Smithers Purslow

Making the uninsurable insurable

12th January 2015

When the By Brook in Castle Combe, Wiltshire, overflowed in November 2012 it flooded three Grade II listed properties belonging to Patricia Beazer, wife of international business and property owner Brian Beazer. Built in the 18th Century, the limestone construction properties have kept their original appearance and are often used as a back-drop for historic...

Barn Conversions without Planning Permission

19th May 2014

On 6th April new regulations came into force which allow all agricultural buildings to be converted to residential use without the need for formal planning permission. There are limitations within the regulations, but nonetheless this provides a great opportunity for the likes of derelict barns to be brought back into regular use. Smithers Purslow can...

George Philips Award

4th February 2014

The George Phillips and Tony Traylen Awards are presented annually by Rutland Local History & Record Society in conjunction with Rutland County Council. The Awards are given in recognition of significant contributions towards conserving or enhancing the built environment of Rutland. This year Smithers Purslow was amongst 12 nominations in the following categories:- Winner for...

Investors in People Award

28th November 2013

Having successfully met the challenge of the recession, the management continue to focus actively on different marketing strategies and the overall development of the business.A summary of strengths and development aspects taken from the latest IiP report is as follows: Outstanding support for the cost of courses and qualifications Good communication of the company strategy...

Done and Dusted

30th October 2013

In November 2011 fire ripped through Claxby Hall, a privately owned Grade II* Listed building in Lincolnshire. With works now complete, Andrew Bussey of Smithers Purslow, Surveyors & Engineers for the project reviews the project’s highs and lows and key observations that listed building owners and professionals can refer to in the future. Key Project...