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The Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Dilapidated 500-year-old cottage which once appeared in iconic 90s music video hits market – do you recognise it?
A DILAPIDATED 500-year-old cottage which once appeared in an iconic 90s music video has gone on sale. The 1.5-acre Silk Mill could be yours for £75,000 - and it once featured in a smash hit by a famous singer. 6 6 6 Bryan Adams' (Everything I Do) I Do It For You topped the charts for a record 16 weeks in 1991 and was the theme for the blockbuster film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. Adams was featured performing next to Silk Mill in the track's music video, which was directed by Julien Temple. Now the mill, built 500 years ago near the village of Holford, Somerset, is on the market for £75,000. The 1.5-acre site includes areas of mature woodland, the fast-flowing Holford River, and the atmospheric remains of the former Holford Silk Mills, as reported by Luxury Property News. The spot is so special that Sir Paul McCartney even bought the surrounding woodland and later donated it to the League Against Cruel Sports as a wildlife sanctuary. Estate agent Ross Walls said: "Not many properties have such a back story. He added: "It's a great lifestyle or conservation opportunity. "I had an inquiry from a woman who loves Bryan Adams and was interested in leaving a property that means something to her to her children. "I've tried to contact Bryan Adams too, but so far without success." In the late 1790s, the poet William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy spent time living at nearby Alfoxton Park and frequently walked in Holford Glen. Soap stars' secret music careers revealed from EastEnders actress's 80s pop single to Corrie legend's TOTP appearance The waterfall along the river, just a short distance from the property, was one of their favourite places and is immortalised in Wordsworth's poem Lines Written in Early Spring. Mr Walls added: "It's an incredible place, truly magical." In the music video, you can see the ruin directly behind where Bryan Adams was singing. Founded by Huguenot refugees - protestants who fled France and southern Belgium from the 16th to the 18th century - the Holford Silk Mills once buzzed with industry, powered by the Holford River. But the mill fell into disrepair in 1860 after two fires destroyed it. Mr Walls said the property would not be suitable for someone trying to turn it into a home, but would be ideal for someone who wants to park up, go for a wander and escape. Adams, 62, is a Canadian guitarist, singer, composer, record producer, photographer, and philanthropist. Throughout the course of his career, he has sold over 100 million records worldwide and is responsible for the hit songs Summer of '69, Run to You, and Heaven. He is also known as one of the world's best-selling musicians and is reportedly the best-selling Canadian rock artist of all time. 6 6 6
Scottish Sun
24-04-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
We spent £70K transforming our 90s horror home into our Scandi-style dream pad but there's a mistake we deeply regret
Plus, eight easy DIY tips and tricks FLOORED We spent £70K transforming our 90s horror home into our Scandi-style dream pad but there's a mistake we deeply regret AFTER spending £70,000 renovating their home, a couple have admitted to making one mistake they deeply regret. Charlotte 'Betty' Hadley and her husband, Luke, had always dreamed of owning their own property. Advertisement 12 Charlotte and her husband Luke completed their home renovation together Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty 12 They spent £70k doing it up themselves Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty 12 The couple have turned it into a Scandi-style haven Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty When a house they loved came on the market for £543,500, they jumped at the chance to buy it. But as soon as they stepped inside, they realised how much work was needed to transform the dated '90s horror' into the Scandi-style haven they envisioned. With no DIY experience to speak of, the couple, aged 38 and 37, turned to YouTube tutorials to guide them through the renovation process. Fortunately, their hard work paid off, boosting the value of their home by £106,000. Advertisement However, not everything went smoothly, and they now regret certain decisions they made during the project. A video where they discuss their renovation mistakes has gone viral, racking up 5.4 million views and over 18,000 likes. 'I love our home, but I wish we didn't rush into things and always go with the cheapest quote,' the assistant underwriter, from Kent, told Luxury Property News. 'My piece of advice – always research the reviews of tradespeople. Advertisement 'If you buy cheap, you buy twice, and that's definitely proving to be the case for us. 'We'd also never go for black bathroom fittings again; it's the worst mistake of our renovation. We're sisters who bought an auction flat that was 'falling apart' - and saved £8k doing it up using ChatGBT 'They have all become chipped and damaged. 'I just don't think they were made to last in our opinion.' Advertisement Charlotte and Luke self-taught themselves the skills to spruce up their five-bedroom detached home, such as plastering, installing the kitchen and laying down flooring. They used Screwfix, Toolstation, B&Q and Amazon as their go-to places for replacing almost every aspect of their home – and for a fresh lick of paint. We're not planning to move for at least another 10 years while our children grow up, but never say never Charlotte 'Betty' Hadley And while it cost an estimated £70,000, and took one year to complete; there's still so much more to do. In the clip, she shows off their minimalist bathroom that cost £3,000 to transform. Advertisement The white tile walls contrast against the matte black fixtures, such as the sink and the shower. It looks spotless, until she shows the chipped black hardware and the taps, which are scratched and scuffed beyond repair. 12 Spare bedroom before renovation Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty 12 Living room before renovation, showing furniture and a conservatory Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty Advertisement 12 Bedroom after renovation with mauve walls and a large bed Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty Charlotte estimates it's going to cost another £500 to repair. For now, though, they're focusing on adding more character and personality to their humble abode before taking on any other renovations. She hopes sharing her home transformation journey will help others not to make the same mistakes they did. Advertisement She added: 'I've always admired home accounts and decided on a whim to start my own. 12 Kitchen during home renovation, showing an arched doorway to a partially-installed kitchen Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty 12 Downstairs toilet before renovation Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty 12 Partly renovated downstairs toilet with a new sink, gold fixtures, and a round mirror Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty Advertisement 'I love giving advice on what to do – and certainly not what to do – for others. 'We're not planning to move for at least another 10 years while our children grow up, but never say never. 'My advice? Try and do as much as you can yourself. 'There are so many tutorials out there and you might just surprise yourself with what you're capable of doing. Advertisement 'Just make sure not to rush into anything.' 12 Charlotte deeply regrets one particular mistake Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty 12 Renovated living room with beige sectional sofa and herringbone flooring Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty 12 Renovated kitchen with white sink, gold fixtures, and flowers Credit: Jam Press/@at_home_with_betty Advertisement
The Sun
24-04-2025
- General
- The Sun
We spent £70K transforming our 90s horror home into our Scandi-style dream pad but there's a mistake we deeply regret
AFTER spending £70,000 renovating their home, a couple have admitted to making one mistake they deeply regret. Charlotte 'Betty' Hadley and her husband, Luke, had always dreamed of owning their own property. 12 12 12 When a house they loved came on the market for £543,500, they jumped at the chance to buy it. But as soon as they stepped inside, they realised how much work was needed to transform the dated '90s horror' into the Scandi-style haven they envisioned. With no DIY experience to speak of, the couple, aged 38 and 37, turned to YouTube tutorials to guide them through the renovation process. Fortunately, their hard work paid off, boosting the value of their home by £106,000. However, not everything went smoothly, and they now regret certain decisions they made during the project. A video where they discuss their renovation mistakes has gone viral, racking up 5.4 million views and over 18,000 likes. 'I love our home, but I wish we didn't rush into things and always go with the cheapest quote,' the assistant underwriter, from Kent, told Luxury Property News. 'My piece of advice – always research the reviews of tradespeople. 'If you buy cheap, you buy twice, and that's definitely proving to be the case for us. 'We'd also never go for black bathroom fittings again; it's the worst mistake of our renovation. We're sisters who bought an auction flat that was 'falling apart' - and saved £8k doing it up using ChatGBT 'They have all become chipped and damaged. 'I just don't think they were made to last in our opinion.' Charlotte and Luke self-taught themselves the skills to spruce up their five-bedroom detached home, such as plastering, installing the kitchen and laying down flooring. They used Screwfix, Toolstation, B&Q and Amazon as their go-to places for replacing almost every aspect of their home – and for a fresh lick of paint. We're not planning to move for at least another 10 years while our children grow up, but never say never Charlotte 'Betty' Hadley And while it cost an estimated £70,000, and took one year to complete; there's still so much more to do. In the clip, she shows off their minimalist bathroom that cost £3,000 to transform. The white tile walls contrast against the matte black fixtures, such as the sink and the shower. It looks spotless, until she shows the chipped black hardware and the taps, which are scratched and scuffed beyond repair. 12 Charlotte estimates it's going to cost another £500 to repair. For now, though, they're focusing on adding more character and personality to their humble abode before taking on any other renovations. She hopes sharing her home transformation journey will help others not to make the same mistakes they did. She added: 'I've always admired home accounts and decided on a whim to start my own. 12 12 12 'I love giving advice on what to do – and certainly not what to do – for others. 'We're not planning to move for at least another 10 years while our children grow up, but never say never. 'My advice? Try and do as much as you can yourself. 'There are so many tutorials out there and you might just surprise yourself with what you're capable of doing. 'Just make sure not to rush into anything.'
Daily Record
21-04-2025
- Daily Record
Stunning Scottish beach in 'UK's best place' goes on sale – and price is jaw-dropping
The beautiful stretch of land is available to purchase for the bargain price of £7,000 - less than half the average cost of rent for a year in Edinburgh, the Scottish capital A breathtaking Scottish beach is up for grabs at the bargain price of just £7,000. Nestled on the picturesque Shapinsay Island in Orkney, this freehold, 200 sqm plot has been touted as a "fantastic investment opportunity". In contrast, Edinburgh's average rent soared to an eye-watering £1,424 per month as of March 2025. It means that for less than six months' rent in the capital, you could potentially own a piece of idyllic land, provided the remote lifestyle appeals to you. The land, which boasts incredible views, appears almost tropical with its light blue waters lapping against the shore, as highlighted by Luxury Property News. The Rightmove listing for the beach states: "With gorgeous views of the north sea and neighbouring islands, this would be the ideal plot for a self-build holiday cottage, providing you and your family the perfect getaway from your busy lives (subject to planning consents). "The plot of land is roughly 200sqm and could also be used as a camping/caravan site - current Orkney tent pitching fees are roughly £15-£30 per night. "The land is near the Lairo water, which is a wetland renowned for a wide variety of bird species, and would be the ideal spot for bird watchers and ornithology enthusiasts." The sale of the beach will take place through an online auction on Wednesday (April 23). Initially listed at £8,000, the starting price has since been reduced. The island was previously voted the best place to live in the UK thanks to its low prices and crime rates, as well as its stunning landscapes. According to Shapinsay is a fertile island packed with wildlife, with other highlights including an Iron Age broch, a heritage centre, and Mor Stein (an ancient standing stone). The Scottish island, which is around seven miles long and three miles wide, has a population of about 350, according to the Shapinsay Development Trust, which added that it's convenient for both commuters and visitors. Once you step off the ferry, you arrive in the village of Balfour. Built in the 1780s and initially named Shoreside, Balfour features stone cottages that used to be the homes of workers on the Balfour estate. By the time it reached the 19th century, it had 28 houses and 116 residents, with some of the occupations of the locals including millers, shoemakers, blacksmiths, fishermen and tailors. Other highlights include the Smithy Café and Restaurant and the Thomas Sinclair shop, which is reportedly a good place to see the island's local seals, who can be spotted on the shoreline beneath the store. Further points of interest on the island include Dishan Tower and Balfour Castle. However, the castle is currently in private ownership and not accessible to the public.
Daily Record
21-04-2025
- Daily Record
Stunning Scots beach hits market for less than half a year's rent in Edinburgh
A stunning Scottish beach has hit the market for a bargain £7,000. Located on the beautiful Shapinsay Island in Orkney, the freehold 200sqm piece of land has been described as a "fantastic investment opportunity". The average rent in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh hit a whopping £1,424 per month in March 2025. This means that for less than half a year's rent, you could potentially bag yourself your own slice of paradise - as long as you don't mind living in a remote location. With stunning views, the land looks almost tropical with the light blue waters rolling onto the beach, as reported by Luxury Property News. The beach's Rightmove description reads: "With gorgeous views of the north sea and neighbouring islands, this would be the ideal plot for a self-build holiday cottage, providing you and your family the perfect getaway from your busy lives (subject to planning consents). The plot of land is roughly 200sqm and could also be used as a camping/caravan site - current Orkney tent pitching fees are roughly £15-£30 per night. "The land is nearby the Lairo water, which is a wetland renowned for a wide variety of bird species, and would be the ideal spot for bird watchers and ornithology enthusiasts." The beach is being sold via an online auction on Wednesday (April 23). The starting price was initially £8,000 but it has since been knocked down. Shapinsay has its own regular ferry service from Kirkwall, the largest town in Orkney. The island was previously voted the best place to live in the UK thanks to its low high prices and crime rates as well as its stunning landscapes.
