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Alburgh Barley Queen, Jen Mead blessing a field of the crop in the hope of a good harvest, watched by the Rev Chris Sutton
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Farm Inheritance Tax
The Labour government’s Autumn Budget, announced October 30, 2024, proposed changes to inheritance tax (IHT) on agricultural estates, effective April 6, 2026. Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) will offer 100% tax rel…
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St Winnold's Parade
The St Winnold's Parade is an annual event that celebrates Downham Market’s history, particularly its centuries-old connection to horse trading and its historic market charter. Held in the March each year, the parade commemorates the St Winnold’s Fair…