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February 4, 2026

Remortgaging in 2026? Why Independent Legal Advice Matters More Than Ever

Fixed‑rate mortgage coming to an end this year You’re not on your own 2026 is a major remortgage year for thousands of homeowners as fixed...

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February 4, 2026

Ground Rent to Be Capped at £250: What Leaseholders in Cumbria Need to Know About the 2026 Reform

Leaseholders across Cumbria and the South Lakes are set to see a major change to how their homes are managed The Government has announced plans to...

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January 27, 2026

Thomson Hayton Winkley to Sponsor Emerging Food & Hospitality Talent at the 2026 Cumbria Food Awards

Cumbria’s food, drink and hospitality scene continues to thrive, and the Cumbria Food Awards 2026 are set to showcase the very best of it on 12...

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January 12, 2026

All change on the Family Farm Tax!

On 23rd December, the Government gave farmers an early Christmas present, announcing a significant change (U-turn!) regarding the availability of...

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August 17, 2025

Welcome to THW – Liam Mulholland

We’re delighted to welcome Liam Mulholland to Thomson Hayton Winkley as a solicitor in our agricultural department at the Rural Law...

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August 17, 2025

Thoughts on farming and the Finance Bill 2025

Head of Agriculture at our Rural Law Practice, Verity Gawthorp writes: “Any hopes that the Government would have a sudden change of heart were...

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August 12, 2025

Just Married? Why It’s Time to Revisit Your Will

Summer weddings bring sunshine, celebration, and the start of a new chapter But amidst the excitement of planning honeymoons and settling into...

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June 10, 2025

Freehold vs Leasehold: Which One’s Right for You?

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make But before you fall in love with a property, it’s important to...

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June 4, 2025

Separated or Divorced and Planning a Trip Abroad with Your Child? Here’s What You Need to Know

Taking your child on holiday after a divorce can be a rewarding experience—but it also comes with legal responsibilities If you’re a separated or...

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May 27, 2025

A warm THW welcome to Patricia and Claire

Are residential property lawyers like buses  You wait and then two come along at once! We were delighted to recently welcome Solicitor Patricia...

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May 20, 2025

When & Why You Should Update Your Will

Creating a will is a crucial step in ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your death However, simply drafting a...

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May 13, 2025

Cumbria Tourism Awards 2025 – finalists announced

We’re thrilled once again to be sponsoring the Best New Business Award at the Cumbria Tourism Awards 2025!   This award recognises outstanding...

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May 7, 2025

The True Cost of Buying a Home – It’s Not Just the Deposit

Buying a home is a major life milestone, but many buyers are surprised to discover that the deposit is just one of many costs involved From legal...

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May 1, 2025

Where there’s a Will, there’s a dispute

Should you have been left something under a Will Were you left a legacy but believe a Will to be unfair Do you have a potential claim A Will is a...

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