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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Daily Record
Margaret Fleming murder house snapped up by buyer after plot slashed in price
Vulnerable Margaret, 19, was kept prisoner at Seacroft, a bungalow on the banks of the River Clyde, in Inverkip, Renfrewshire, before her carers were convicted of her murder. A buyer has snapped up the land where murdered Margaret Fleming's home once stood after it was slashed in price. Vulnerable Margaret, 19, was kept prisoner at Seacroft, a bungalow on the banks of the River Clyde, in Inverkip, Renfrewshire, before her carers were convicted of her murder. The house of horrors, where detectives believe she may have been killed, was bulldozed after being bought up by millionaire developers from England in 2017. Now - after almost a year on the market - the plot is under offer after almost £20,000 was slashed off the £350,000 asking price. Property agents McEwan Fraser Legal previously told the Record they were close to making a sale after the knockdown price prompted a flurry of interest. In March, a spokeswoman said they were anticipating a 'high level of engagement from buyers looking to capitalise on this ready-to-build opportunity'. It's understood the sale is underway but still to be completed. Edward Cairney and Avril Jones were bot h convicted in 2019 of killing Margaret between December 1999 and January 2000, and each sentenced to life in jail with a minimum term of 14 years. Despite searches of Seacroft and its surrounding land, Margaret's remains have never been found. She was left in the evil couple's care after her dad Derek - a friend of the pair - died in 1995. Margaret had learning difficulties and had not been seen for 20 years. Her disappearance only came to light when she had to reapply for disability benefits and officials could not contact her. Police visited the house, sparking a missing person probe. It then emerged no one from social services had been in contact with Margaret for at least 17 years. At Cairney and Jones' trial, it was revealed that Jones had fraudulently claimed £182,000 in benefits after pretending for nearly two decades she was alive. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Cairney died in hospital in October 2023. Jones remains in prison. Coventry haulage firm Slam Transport bought the site for £120,000 and was given the go-ahead for two new homes several years ago. It said that new homes would help remove the 'stigma' attached to the land because of its association with the murder case. The 0.6 acre land at Seacroft, which boasts stunning views over the Clyde, was put on the market in July last year after plans to build a quartet of eco-friendly homes at the were withdrawn. But the site was marketed with planning in place for two, 4000 sqft houses. The property agent said: 'The striking design features modern materials, two levels of light filled accommodation with private parking and private gardens.' McEwan Fraser Legal declined to comment on the pending sale.
Wales Online
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Wrexham transfer target gets his wish after Ryan Reynolds makes 'aggressive' claim
Wrexham transfer target gets his wish after Ryan Reynolds makes 'aggressive' claim Wrexham, who are owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, have received an update in their bid to sign a Premier League star following their recent promotion Wrexham's co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have received an update on their bid to sign Tom Cairney (Image: Getty Images ) Wrexham's aim of signing Fulham skipper Tom Cairney have hit a snag, despite the North Wales club's strong interest in bringing the player to the Racecourse Ground. The Red Dragons, under the ownership of Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, have been linked with Cairney over the last month. Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson is anticipated to have significant financial support in the summer transfer window to strengthen his team after their promotion from League One. It was reported in May that Wrexham had tabled an attractive financial offer to Cairney as a top transfer target. However, Fulham have thrown a spanner in the works by offering the 34-year-old midfielder a new deal to remain at Craven Cottage. Cairney, who has two Scotland caps to his name, featured in 25 Premier League matches this past season and is currently considering his future. After netting a goal in Fulham's win over Brentford last month, Cairney shared his eagerness to stay at the club with BBC Match of the Day. Speaking about his contract situation, he said: "Nothing is sorted yet. Next week is my final game for Fulham. Hopefully it's not. In football, sometimes things go to the last minute and hopefully it's not my final time at Craven Cottage next weekend." Fulham boss Marco Silva also revealed his desire to retain a key player. "I think he is going to be with us and I hope it is the ambition to have him with us next season," he said. "He knows what I think about it. He's a very good footballer and I know how we can use him." Article continues below Wrexham have strongly been linked with a move for Fulham's Tom Cairney (Image:) Watch Welcome to Wrexham season 4 on Disney+ This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more from £4.99 Disney+ Get Disney+ here Product Description Welcome to Wrexham is back on Disney+ for a fourth season. Fans can watch the series with a £4.99 monthly plan, or get 12 months for the price of 10 by paying for a year upfront. The offer of a new contract strikes a blow to Wrexham's aspirations of landing the player, despite Hollywood actor Reynolds recently revealing their bold transfer market ambitions on the RobRyanRed podcast. He said: "We're coming to win. I can't give you a dollar figure, but I can tell you that we are going to be as aggressive as we can possibly be while being mindful of sustainability. We have a stadium to revamp, but will still maintain its character and culture." Wrexham manager Parkinson has also signalled his intent for strengthening his squad as they aim to compete in the Championship. Sign up to our newsletter! Wrexham is the Game is great new way to get top-class coverage Wrexham AFC is the arguably the fastest-growing club in the world at the moment thanks to a certain Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Dragons have achieved two consecutive promotions and are cheered on by crowds from not only North Wales but also from all over the globe, thanks to the success of the Disney+ documentary 'Welcome to Wrexham'. But does it have a dedicated, quality source of information piped through to your inbox each week, free of ads but packed with informed opinion, analysis and even a little bit of fun each week? That's where Wrexham is the Game steps in... Available every Wednesday, it provides all the insights you need to be a top red. And for a limited time, a subscription to 'Wrexham is the Game' will cost fans just £15 for the first year. Sign up for Wrexham is the Game here Article continues below He told The Leader: "Me and [assistant manager] Steve Parkin know the qualities we like in players and it is about identifying the positions we feel we need to strengthen, which we have done. "Then it is looking at the players available and having meetings with them, analysing what they bring and trying to bring the lads in which we feel can fit into the group we have already got because we have got a really good side. "We want to add to that. It is about improving the quality level with the right people. We are a club which has got a winning mentality, and we want to keep that."
Daily Mirror
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Ryan Reynolds made 'aggressive' claim as Wrexham dealt summer transfer blow
Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have been dealt a blow in their bid to sign a Premier League star despite promising to be aggressive in the transfer market Wrexham have been dealt a major blow in their bid to lure Fulham captain Tom Cairney to the Racecourse Ground. The Red Dragons, owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, have been strongly linked with a move for the midfielder over the last month. Manager Phil Parkinson is expected to receive substantial backing during the summer transfer window as he seeks to bolster his squad following Wrexham 's promotion from League One. Reports emerged in April that the club had offered a significant financial package to Cairney after making him one of their key targets. However, Fulham have confirmed that the 34-year-old has now been offered a new contract to extend his stay at Craven Cottage. Cairney, who has earned two caps for Scotland, made 25 Premier League appearances during the season just ended and is understood to be weighing up his options. He recently expressed his preference to stay with Fulham after scoring in their victory over Brentford in May. Speaking to BBC Match of the Day after the game, Cairney said: "I've been through a lot here, through a lot with the fans. It was an incredible moment when I scored. It's a special bond." Discussing his contract situation, he added: "Nothing is sorted yet. Next week is my final game for Fulham. Hopefully it's not. In football, sometimes things go to the last minute and hopefully it's not my final time at Craven Cottage next weekend." Fulham boss Marco Silva said he was also keen to keep hold of him. "I think he is going to be with us and I hope it is the ambition to have him with us next season," he said. "He knows what I think about it. He's a very good footballer and I know how we can use him." The blow to Wrexham's hopes of signing Cairney comes despite Deadpool star Reynolds pledging that the club will be bold in the transfer market this summer. Speaking on the RobRyanRed fan podcast, Reynolds said: "We're coming to win. I can't give you a dollar figure, but I can tell you that we are going to be as aggressive as we can possibly be while being mindful of sustainability. We have a stadium to revamp, but will still maintain its character and culture." Meanwhile, Wrexham manager Parkinson already knows which positions he wants to fill as he prepares for life in the Championship next term. "Me and [assistant manager] Steve Parkin know the qualities we like in players and it is about identifying the positions we feel we need to strengthen, which we have done," he told The Leader newspaper this week. "Then it is looking at the players available and having meetings with them, analysing what they bring and trying to bring the lads in which we feel can fit into the group we have already got because we have got a really good side. "We want to add to that. It is about improving the quality level with the right people. We are a club which has got a winning mentality, and we want to keep that." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Sign up to our newsletter! Wrexham is the Game is great new way to get top-class coverage Wrexham AFC is the arguably the fastest-growing club in the world at the moment thanks to a certain Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Dragons have achieved two consecutive promotions and are cheered on by crowds from not only North Wales but also from all over the globe, thanks to the success of the Disney+ documentary 'Welcome to Wrexham'. But does it have a dedicated, quality source of information piped through to your inbox each week, free of ads but packed with informed opinion, analysis and even a little bit of fun each week? That's where Wrexham is the Game steps in... Available every Wednesday, it provides all the insights you need to be a top red. And for a limited time, a subscription to 'Wrexham is the Game' will cost fans just £15 for the first year.
Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Wrexham's millionaire Hollywood owners set to be hit hard in the pocket as they try and build Championship squad
Wrexham have already been linked with a Prem side's captain WREX FACTOR Wrexham's millionaire Hollywood owners set to be hit hard in the pocket as they try and build Championship squad Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WREXHAM are learning there is a financial downside to their dramatic rise up the divisions. Phil Parkinson's Championship new-boys are offering huge deals to new players — but they are also stuck with older ones who have just picked up hefty pay rises for being promoted. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Wrexham finished second in League One this term Credit: AP 3 Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have now inspired Wrexham to three promotions Credit: Getty The likes of striker Paul Mullin are on even larger salaries than before, making exits difficult so that Dragons may have to pay some to leave the Racecourse on loans or frees. Wrexham finished second in League One on 92 points, five above Stockport and 19 behind runaway champions Birmingham. Upon the end of the season, the Red Dragons announced exits for eight players. Steven Fletcher, Mark Howard, Josh Adam, Jordan Davies, Harry Dean, Brad Foster and Liam Hall were all released. While Sam Dalby snubbed a new deal in January and will also be leaving. Wrexham have offered Callum Edwards a new deal. While an option to extend Aaron James' deal by a further year has been triggered. Wrexham have already been linked with several players since earning promotion. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK The Red Dragons are reportedly in talks with Fulham captain Tom Cairney. Cairney, 34, is out of contract and available on a free transfer. Wrexham stars celebrate in iconic Las Vegas casino and hijack luggage cart after Hollywood owners splash £500k on party But the former Scotland international would command hefty wages. Wrexham are believed to be in the market for experienced players, with Cairney fitting the bill.
The Irish Sun
25-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Wrexham's millionaire Hollywood owners set to be hit hard in the pocket as they try and build Championship squad
WREXHAM are learning there is a financial downside to their dramatic rise up the divisions. Phil Parkinson's Championship new-boys are offering huge deals to new players — but they are also stuck with older ones who have just picked up hefty pay rises for being promoted. 3 Wrexham finished second in League One this term Credit: AP 3 Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have now inspired Wrexham to three promotions Credit: Getty The likes of striker Wrexham finished second in League One on 92 points, five above Stockport and 19 behind runaway champions Upon the end of the season, the Red Dragons announced exits for eight players. Steven Fletcher, Mark Howard, Josh Adam, READ MORE FOOTBALL While Sam Dalby snubbed a new deal in January and will also be leaving. Wrexham have offered Callum Edwards a new deal. While an option to extend Aaron James' deal by a further year has been triggered. Wrexham have already been linked with several players since earning promotion. Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK The Red Dragons are reportedly Cairney, 34, is out of contract and available on a free transfer. Wrexham stars celebrate in iconic Las Vegas casino and hijack luggage cart after Hollywood owners splash £500k on party But the former Scotland international would command hefty wages. Wrexham are believed to be in the market for experienced players, with Cairney fitting the bill. 3 Tom Cairney has been linked with a move to Wrexham Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
