Winter is a time when we see a lot of claims from our clients. With periods of sub-zero temperatures and storms, it can put your property at risk – from frozen pipes leading to escape of water, for example. And whilst there’s talk of another ‘Beast from the East’ in 2021, we’ve outlined some measures […]
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Keeping active during lockdown 3
It’s the start of a New Year and as we start lockdown 3, gyms and fitness centres have had to close. If you’re thinking that post-Christmas, you wanted to get back on or kick-start your exercise regime – don’t worry, we’ve got a list of online options for you to check out. PE with Joe […]
Best ways to save in 2021
If your bank balance is feeling the pinch after some Christmas spending, or perhaps your New Year’s resolution is to be better with money, well we are here to help. We’ve got some top tips on how to budget for the year ahead, be more aware of your spending, and save better. Money Savings […]
How to set your goals for 2021
Most people love a fresh start and there’s nothing quite like the start of a New Year to kick off some good habits or think about what you want to achieve in 2021. And this year, more than ever, we’re sure many of you will want to get out there, so to speak, and embrace […]
Students coming home for Christmas: Tips for parents.
Welcoming your children back home from university for Christmas is normally a joyous occasion. Even if the house does start looking a lot messier once they return… But this year, with things looking so different, the experience may cause some worry for everyone involved. For both students and their parents, a big concern could be […]
Brexit – Driving in and travelling to the EU
The UK officially left the EU on 31 January 2020 with a transitional period which ended on 31 December 2020. Just prior to this, the Government announced that it has agreed a deal with Europe. Whilst some of the finer details are yet to be made clear, we do know that the UK is not […]
Car security top tips for darker nights
Protecting your vehicle from theft should still be a priority for us all, despite us being at home more during this time. But there’s things you can do to reduce the risk such as protecting your key fob – keep your fob away from any doors and away from where the vehicle is kept. You […]
How to protect your home this winter
With the winter months approaching and the darker nights getting longer, you may be thinking more about your home security and how to deter would-be thieves. Now, you may think that with many more of us at home these days, due to lockdown restrictions, you’re less likely to be affected by break-ins and burglaries. Well, […]
A story that touched us.
The circumstances of a claim involving an A-Plan client is such that we would ask you to consider helping a little – there is absolutely no obligation at all, and equally we thought there was no harm in asking! Chris Williams-Ellis is a longstanding and loyal client of Thatcham, who was restoring a classic car […]
What to watch on Netflix this November
What better way to settle in for cosy nights than catching up on the latest shows on Netflix. And November sees the return of some firm favourites back to our screens. The Crown Season 4 of The Crown is set to land on 15 November, with the incredible transformation of Gillian Anderson as Margaret Thatcher […]