Scrolling property portals is useful, but registering with an estate agency can give buyers a more personal, proactive search experience, especially when the right home is about to come to market.

As school holidays approach, family buyers often become more focused. For sellers with space, gardens or flexible rooms, July can be a useful moment to attract motivated movers.

The private rented sector is changing at a pace we haven't seen for many years. While much of the attention has focused on the Renters' Rights Act, several other important legislative changes are either already in force or expected over the coming months.

From charity fundraisers and village shows to some of the region's best-loved community events, our Perry Bishop gazebo has been out and about supporting local organisations across Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire. Take a look at where it's been recently.