BRFR Cake Stop 'breaking news' miscellany

[Poacher]

I do believe the fundamental error was, not to plough the proceeds back into building Social Housing.

That was deliberate policy; local authorities were not allowed to use the proceeds of sales to pay for new homes.

 

[Pblakeney]

That was deliberate policy; local authorities were not allowed to use the proceeds of sales to pay for new homes.

Maggie wanted everyone to be slaves to their mortgages. Seems to have worked.

 

[BoldonLad]

That was deliberate policy; local authorities were not allowed to use the proceeds of sales to pay for new homes.

yes, I knew that

 

[icowden]

Who is the person in Scotland you are talking about? I would happily take that castle.off them for £300k.

Looked again - it's not actually a castle and it does need work...
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/scotland-now/gallery/remote-scottish-mansion-15-bedrooms-34447837

A secluded Scottish mansion home to 15 bedrooms and its own waterfalls has hit the market for less than £300,000.

Achnashellach Lodge is situated in the Wester Ross area of the Scottish Highlands. Previously a guest house, it dates back to the nineteenth century and is set within around 18 acres of woodland gardens.

The home features a spacious kitchen, 15 bedrooms, seven bathrooms, seven utility rooms, two receptions, four lounges, and two dining rooms. It even includes a billiards room and a separate games room.

Future Property Auctions describes the property as a "potential stunning family home, guest house, boutique hotel or spa", as well as an opportunity for "exclusive remote Scottish living." It is set to be auctioned off in February, with a starting bid of £293,000.

The front of Achnashellach Lodge is "in reasonable order" according to sellers. However, the back is in a "non-habitable condition" and will need major repairs.

The listing states: "Achnashellach Lodge is a magnificent titled shooting Lodge surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. A former 15 bedroom guest house and residential property in need of full restoration set within approx 18 acres of private, rural woodland.

"The property retains many original features throughout. A grand portico entrance leads to a series of spacious reception and lounge rooms dating from 1860s.

"A hydro-electric power system from the river was installed in 1927 but is also in need of restoration."