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Harron Homes reveals web transformation

September 25, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

Housebuilder Harron Homes has undergone a radical online transformation. Following a 75% rise in web traffic and a series of website updates to simplify the house shopping process from home, Harron Homes has introduced a new website with a sleek, modern design. Natalie Griffiths, Sales and Marketing Director for Harron Homes North Midlands explains what’s new. “The housing market isn’t slowing down, in fact Zoopla has reported a 137% rise in sales since the market reopened in the middle of May. At Harron, we’re determined to offer the best experience possible to our customers, and it’s evident an increasing amount...Read more

Housebuilder helps Armed Forces couple find their dream home

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A Forces couple from Derbyshire has been able to return to the UK and purchase their dream home in Sutton in Ashfield, thanks to Harron Homes’ Armed Forces discount. Management accountant, Kerry Ansell (39), and her husband Kris (38), who is an aircraft engineer in the Navy, recently purchased a Birkwith style home off plan at Harron’s Brierley Heath development and are currently renting in Derbyshire whilst they wait for the property to be completed. After three years living in South Carolina, it was time for the couple to settle back in the UK as Kris is now stationed at...Read more

Move in for Christmas 2020 and save money on your deposit with Harron Homes

September 14, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

Buyers who – after the challenges of 2020 so far – hope to be in a beautiful new home by this Christmas are encouraged to take advantage of Harron Homes’ ‘Move in for Christmas’ scheme. The leading developer is offering a contribution* towards the initial deposit for anyone who purchases their home by the 20th September with the view of legally completing and moving in before Christmas (by 11th December). There are a number of developments which are on track to have properties ready and available by Christmas. Along with the discount, it’s an incredible opportunity to guarantee yourself a...Read more

Care Manager utilises Key Worker discount to upgrade home for her family

September 8, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

A key worker from Mansfield has reserved a brand-new family home from developer Harron Homes at its Forest Reach development, using its NHS and Essential Worker discount offered to those working on the front line of the pandemic. Claire Bradford is a Peripatetic Manager at Cygnet Health Care, covering sites across the East Midlands for inpatients requiring mental health care. She will be moving into the four-bedroom detached Windsor style property with her husband Alan and their children – Charlie, four, and Madeline, three. They hope to move in later this year. “We started looking for a new home late...Read more

A historical treat from Harron Homes

August 28, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

Yorkshire housebuilder, Harron Homes is supporting local Harrogate gem, Ripley Castle. They’ve teamed up to share some exclusive footage of the stunning sights visitors can enjoy on Harron’s social media pages. Just three miles from Harrogate, Ripley Castle boasts acres of land and a history dating back over 700 years, making for a fascinating day out. The Walled Gardens are a pleasure to visit all year round with a riot of colours and scents from the collection of flowers and herbs. The Deer Park also offers a wide selection of wildlife to admire from 1000-year-old oak trees to the deer...Read more

Big savings for house buyers

August 27, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

The recent changes to Stamp Duty mean new house purchasers will be thousands of pounds better off. With 0% Stamp Duty to pay on homes up to £500,000, Harron home purchasers can expect to pay nothing, saving thousands to go towards a larger deposit, a stunning interior, or perhaps a luxury getaway. The average saving will be £4,400 per property according to calculations by the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR), and applies to all houses completed before 31st March 2021. These rates don’t apply to buy-to-let and second home purchases, but with a lower rate of 3% for...Read more

How one Harron homeowner is putting her stamp on her new home

August 24, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

Lockdown may be lifting, but we’ve all spent months mulling over our homes. With more time spent indoors, it’s been easier than ever to identify what works in our current set up – and what doesn’t. And while a luxury Harron Home might be a great starting point, people are keener than ever to make their mark on their property. We teamed up with one of our customers, Carla Bradley, to discuss how to treat your home as a springboard for your ideas and visions. “My taste is really varied,” says Carla, “so it’s important to me that everything has...Read more

Lockdown fun not a prob-llama for Harron Homes

August 4, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

We are supporting local business with a donation to Nidderdale Llama Farm. On the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, close to Harron’s Kings Croft development, Nidderdale Llamas is a wonderful retreat from the chaos of daily life. Spending time with llamas has been shown to assist mental health, a cause Nidderdale Llamas champion alongside MIND-UK. In an exclusive video for Harron Homes, found on our social media pages, owner Suzanne Benson explains the benefits of llama trekking and gives a sneak preview of the gorgeous scenery awaiting visitors. While the farm was closed during the height of the Coronavirus pandemic, virtual treks...Read more

Bloomin’ beautiful butterflies

July 16, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

As this year’s nationwide Big Butterfly Count starts this week (Friday 17th July), we've joined forces with Butterfly Conservation to demonstrate its commitment to the promotion of wildlife at its developments. Working together with Butterfly Conservation will mean that our new developments will follow bespoke planting and landscaping guidance designed to encourage butterflies and other wildlife. As well as the corporate commitment, we will be encouraging customers and our social media followers to take part in the Big Butterfly Count, with dedicated resources available including a photography competition and a colouring activity. Furthermore, we’ve developed some guidance for homeowners on...Read more

Make your garden work for you this summer

July 15, 2020 Posted in: News Posts

As we’ve now all spent almost four months in our homes and gardens thanks to lockdown, we’ve had time to notice whether they’re doing the job or whether they could be improved. For inspiration, we teamed up with one of our customers and Instagram blogger Carla Courtney to provide other homeowners with some top tips on how to transform a new home’s outdoor space.   The 32-year-old healthcare professional and Instagrammer said, “With the beautiful weather we’ve been having and the fact that nobody can really go anywhere during lockdown, we’ve been spending a lot of time in the garden....Read more