Settling In
Tuesday, January 31st, 2023
The first month of 2023 is practically over. You’ve celebrated your last holidays in your old home and can’t wait to celebrate new ones in your new home. Having taken all of January to move, unpack and settle in, now is the time to host your housewarming party! We know, you’ve just completed a herculean […]
Read ArticleFriday, October 21st, 2022
Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of York, one of the UK’s top 20 institutions according to the 2022 University League Tables. Whether your acceptance means a transnational or transatlantic move, it is likely that once the feelings of elation subside, you will find yourself thinking about the logistics involved. We have previously shared […]
Read ArticleTuesday, April 26th, 2022
Where has the time gone? You’re probably thinking about the butterflies you felt the first day you stepped onto campus, and now, here you are submitting your final assignment. The moment is likely a little bitter-sweet but reality beckons; graduation is just a week away, and you have done absolutely nothing! Okay, deep breaths, there […]
Read ArticleWednesday, July 15th, 2020
Well, you’ve only gone and done it – you’ve managed what once felt impossible and finally unpacked the final box. Now? There’s nothing else for it. It’s time to party (let’s face it… you’ve earned it!). Here’s our guide for throwing an awesome (and well-deserved) house-warming party. Settle on a party style What’s it to […]
Read ArticleMonday, June 15th, 2020
Calling all singletons of the north. If you’re looking to fall head over heels, you may want to hot foot it over to Manchester, where there are 17 million fellow singles living (the largest proportion of singles in any British city). That means that more than half of all Manchester over-16s are without a partner. […]
Read ArticleFriday, January 3rd, 2020
Ahhhh Ikea – the Swedish powerhouse known for its fabulous meatballs, cool Scandinavian style and infuriating flat pack furniture (seriously, how can one bedside table require 105,463 screws?!). If you want to hold onto your sanity and avoid a pile of Ikea products created from moments of flat pack induced-rage, you’d better read this guide… […]
Read ArticleWednesday, September 26th, 2018
Moving home can be an incredibly stressful time for a dog, and whilst it’s in their nature to adapt to a new environment, it can nevertheless take some time and effort to make sure the transition is as smooth as possible. There are three important problems to solve. First, we need to prepare properly. Second, […]
Read ArticleTuesday, April 24th, 2018
Study after study consistently finds that moving gets tougher with age. Uncertainty, overwhelming tasks and leaving behind a loving home of happy memories must be met with care, patience and consideration. These three elements form a firm foundation when it comes to helping your elderly friend or family member move. Be Understanding In our younger […]
Read ArticleTuesday, February 27th, 2018
Moving day – done, dusted. Now it’s time to let the world know that you’ve made it to your new address – that includes personal contacts, utility companies, doctors, dentists and the list goes on (and on and on, if you’ve just moved your York business). Here we make this humongous task a little easier, […]
Read ArticleTuesday, November 21st, 2017
We’ve previously written plenty of blogs with advice about preparing to move house and settling down in a new area, but we’re yet to put together a check list of things to tick off immediately after you’ve shut the door of your new home. So, here it is… 1. Double check that all of your […]
Read ArticleThursday, September 28th, 2017
Just when you thought you had it all under control, with the removals firm booked, the solicitor set to go and the cleaners ready to give your property a quick once over, you realise that you’ve not yet let any of the many businesses you use know about your move. Fret not, here we run […]
Read ArticleThursday, September 7th, 2017
We’re always blogging about York and what draws so many people to this shining star of a northern city, and this time round, it’s time to put the spotlight onto York’s many cultural attractions. Pyramid Gallery Amongst the tens of art galleries in York is the Pyramid Gallery, a place that showcases the very best […]
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