--- title: Domestic Removals Blog | Bournes | Kirsty Parsons (2) description: Kirsty has been working with subject matter experts at Bournes since 2006 to create useful moving and relocation content for customers. In her current role as Marketing Director her goal is to make the moving experience simple and happy for every customer Bournes supports on their relocation journey. Kirsty's articles have been featured by Industry Publications including FIDI Focus, BAR Removals and Storage, Expat Academy, Re:Locate, The Portal and more. Removals and Relocation Kirsty has a BA (Hons) in Business Studies from the University of Derby as well as a professional diploma in marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing. 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In her current role as Marketing Director her goal is to make the moving experience simple and happy for every customer Bournes supports on their relocation journey. Kirsty's articles have been featured by Industry Publications including FIDI Focus, BAR Removals and Storage, Expat Academy, Re:Locate, The Portal and more. Removals and Relocation Kirsty has a BA (Hons) in Business Studies from the University of Derby as well as a professional diploma in marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing. 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[Read More](https://www.bournesmoves.com/5-tips-for-packing-a-winter-essentials-box) ## [Rye Bonfire - A Local Tradition](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/blog/home-moves/local-traditions-that-make-you-love-your-home-town) By [Kirsty Parsons](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/author/kirsty-parsons) - November 20, 2014 ![Rye Bonfire - A Local Tradition](https://www.bournesmoves.com/hs-fs/file-1979574746-jpg/blog-files/ryebonfireboys-150x150.jpg) Wherever we grew up, or move to there is more to feeling at ‘home’ and loving where you live than just your house – the vibe and spirit of a town/city and its community can really make a difference. In medieval Rye, birthplace and home of Bournes Removals HQ, there is always something to look forward to. From snow covered cobbles in the winter to nearby beaches in the summer, from Wild Boar Week and Scallop Week for the foodies to everyone’s favourite night of the year, Rye Bonfire Night. [Read More](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/blog/home-moves/local-traditions-that-make-you-love-your-home-town) ## [Downsizing is the top reason for selling a house](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/downsizing-is-the-top-reason-for-selling-a-house) By [Kirsty Parsons](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/author/kirsty-parsons) - November 20, 2014 ![Downsizing is the top reason for selling a house](https://www.bournesmoves.com/hs-fs/file-1979260587-jpg/blog-files/decluttering-infographic.jpg) Discussing figures provided by a recent Lloyds Bank Report the Independent have today reported that the top reason for selling a house is downsizing. The report found that around 1/2 of the home owners planning to sell in the next few years are doing so to downsize, and further that 43% of those looking to downsize were doing so to reduce living costs, with 1/3 looking to fund retirement plans. [Read More](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/downsizing-is-the-top-reason-for-selling-a-house) ## [Moving to Ashford? Here's What to Expect from Your New Town](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/moving-to-ashford-kent-expectations) By [Kirsty Parsons](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/author/kirsty-parsons) - November 20, 2014 Fast becoming one of the biggest towns in the South East, Ashford is a thriving place to live and work. Whatever your reason for moving to Ashford, you won’t be disappointed with what’s on offer at your new town.  [Read More](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/moving-to-ashford-kent-expectations) ## [Self-storage VAT regulations](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/blog/home-moves/self-store-companies-now-to-charge-vat) By [Kirsty Parsons](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/author/kirsty-parsons) - November 19, 2014 The government’s 2012 budget announced changes to the current self-storage VAT regulations.  [Read More](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/blog/home-moves/self-store-companies-now-to-charge-vat) ## [Downsizing? Long and short term storage solutions.](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/blog/home-moves/downsizing-long-and-short-term-storage-solutions) By [Kirsty Parsons](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/author/kirsty-parsons) - November 19, 2014 Are you downsizing and having a clear out but don’t want to throw things away forever? Long and short term storage are excellent ways of saving space without getting rid for good. [Read More](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/blog/home-moves/downsizing-long-and-short-term-storage-solutions) ## [House selling tips: 8 ways to sell your house](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/tips-for-selling-your-house) By [Kirsty Parsons](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/author/kirsty-parsons) - November 19, 2014 Moving entails a lot more than just packing your bags. One of the most important parts of the process will inevitably be selling up. But these days there's a lot of competition, so you have to be on top of your game when looking for ways to sell your house and stand out from the crowd. So what can you do to speed up the process and get your house shipshape? Read our top house selling tips for more information... [Read More](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/tips-for-selling-your-house) ## [What to expect when moving to Tunbridge Wells](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/blog/home-moves/moving-to-tunbridge-wells) By [Kirsty Parsons](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/author/kirsty-parsons) - November 19, 2014 ![What to expect when moving to Tunbridge Wells](https://www.bournesmoves.com/hs-fs/file-1979261822-jpg/blog-files/removal-company-delivering-150x150.jpg) Whatever the reason for moving to Tunbridge Wells or wherever you’re moving from, you’re probably curious as to what your new town has in store for you. If you're wondering what life is like in a Royal Spa town then read on to find out more... [Read More](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/blog/home-moves/moving-to-tunbridge-wells) ## [Funny moving house stories](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/funny-moving-house-stories) By [Kirsty Parsons](https://www.bournesmoves.com/home-moves/author/kirsty-parsons) - November 19, 2014 Moving can be one of the most stressful events we go through and we all have our stories - some that make us laugh because they are so unbelievable, some because of pure comedy value and some where we *have* to laugh else we’ll cry. If you need reassuring that everything will be alright in the end when moving house then here are a selection of some funny moving house stories we've recently received... 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