I'm a specialist writer for National World, publishing property and retro content across the company's sites around the UK.

From the most exclusive houses for sale and the best, most affordable and safest places to live in the UK, to mortgage advice and spectacular home makeovers, I cover the latest news on the property market. Whether you're renting, looking to buy your first home or considering a move, I’m doing my best to explain what it all means to you.

I'm keen to hear from you about why you love where you live, especially if you have a particularly quirky or unusual home, and any amazing home renovation projects you've undertaken - contact me via email above.

I also cover retro - taking a nostalgic look back through the decades, showing how the country and its regions have changed over the years, from shops we've loved and lost to the toys you might remember playing with as a child.

I am originally from London, where I worked on local papers for 10 years before moving up to Sheffield and joining The Star. I worked there for eight years, becoming chief reporter and covering all aspects of local, regional and national news.

When I'm not working, I enjoy walks with my partner and two kids, cooking, reading and occasionally getting the chance to watch films that aren't animated, though I am a sucker for Toy Story.