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Mitchell Evans Spotlight

Mitchell Evans is a medium sized architectural practice, specialising in managing a diverse range of architectural projects. In this interview we learn about the history of the business, what architectural trends are emerging and glean some tips if you’re planning an extension to your home.

Mark Hardy Spotlight

This month we speak with one of the people behind our marketing photos and videos, award-winning architectural and interiors photographer and videographer, Mark Hardy.

Clare Watson, Turmeric House

This month we speak to Clare Watson from Turmeric House, a Surrey-based concept and creative studio specialising in the styling and design of beautiful spaces

The Drunken Jockeys

Prior to the pandemic Drunken Jockeys’ mobile cocktail business was thriving but, when lockdown hit, cancelling weddings and events (their core market), the three business partners were forced to think outside the box.

Susie Evans

It’s been a tough time for the wedding industry of late. As she celebrates her 10th year as a wedding planner in Surrey, Susie Evans discusses the highs and lows of the past year.

Mad Lilies

In the latest of our Local Inspiration series we find out how Alison Howe, of Mad Lilies in Banstead, got into floristry, what it’s been like for the industry over the past year and why flowers are such a wonderful addition to a home.

Stephenson Wright

Never before have we spent so much time in our own homes, events of the past year have changed how we use our living space. We ask Natalie Stephenson and Juliette Wright about the ways in which people are altering their homes to reflect the status quo.

Sadie Pizzey Interiors

Spring is on its way and if you haven’t already used the time in lockdown to revamp your home then now is as good a time as any. In the latest in our Local Inspiration series we get some tips from Guildford interiors expert Sadie Pizzey.

Local Schools

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Charterhouse

Secondary School, Godalming

Charterhouse is one of the UK’s leading independent boarding and day schools, providing an outstanding education for boys and girls aged 13 to 18.

charterhouse.org.uk

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Cranleigh

Secondary School, Cranleigh

Cranleigh is Surrey’s leading co-educational independent school, offering boarding and day education for pupils aged 13 to 18.

cranleigh.org

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George Abbot School

Secondary School, Guildford

George Abbot is an outstanding secondary school in Guildford for students aged between 11 and 18, with a long tradition of academic excellence.

georgeabbot.surrey.sch.uk

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Guildford County School

Secondary School, Guildford

Guildford County School is an outstanding Academy secondary school and specialist music college for students aged 11 to 18, in the heart of Guildford.

guildfordcounty.co.uk

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Guildford High School

Secondary School, Guildford

Guildford High School is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18 which frequently appears in the list of top ten performing independent schools in the UK.

guildfordhigh.co.uk

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Longacre School

Primary School, Shamley Green

Longacre is a co-educational independent school for children aged 2 to 11. They are just five miles south of Guildford, but set in the glorious Surrey Hills.

longacre.surrey.sch.uk

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Royal Grammar School

Primary & Secondary School, Guildford

Royal Grammar School Guildford is rated one of the best independent schools in Surrey, providing an exceptional education for boys aged 3 to 18.

rgsg.co.uk

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St Catherine’s School

Primary & Secondary School, Bramley

St Catherine’s is a village-based school for girls aged 4 to 18, with a strong focus on academic achievement and ties to the Church of England.

stcatherines.info

St Peter’s Catholic School

Secondary School, Guildford

St Peter's Catholic School is a thriving co-educational secondary school and Sixth Form located in Guildford, with excellent facilities.

st-petersschool.co.uk