Peter

The sales performance of the first quarter has been very similar to the first quarter of last year. Although stock levels are down the amount of sales is pretty much the same. There is definitely a real want for property in the Calne area and surrounding villages

Calne comes alive with the sound of music, the smells of good food and the sights of dancing, costumes and happy faces at the annual Calne Summer Festival.

Yes it is that time of year again. The Brilliant Calne Duck Race will be with us on the 16th May. Hundreds of large hand painted Ducks fighting their way down the river to become the Champion of the Year.

Gaps in the market and getting the price right mean that some homes are on and gone in a flash

The last two weeks of January 2015 followed a path that we have experienced in times past. Historically we always prepared for a blistering last 14 days of January and we were not disappointed this year.

2015 is a very exciting year for the Town and over the last year the Chamber has been very involved in promoting the Town and setting up foundations for future success. Intentions and things to look out for in the coming year are;

The probability is that there will be an increase in tourism in one of our Wiltshire County Towns. Working groups over the last few years have targeted a previously overlooked jewel with a rich heritage that is under exploited.

A very eventful year for us at Butfield Breach the market kicked off in January with a bang and has been furious ever since.

The year 2014 has flown by for me! I think it is because I really enjoy working with Peter, Melanie and Steve actually.

The Chancellor of the Exchequer said in his Autumn Statement that Stamp Duty would be cut for 98% of Homebuyers. A Christmas present from the Chancellor.