A recent visitor sketched their view of what life was like in our reception on Monday Mornings. Sorry to the rest of the world for the “in” joke, but you are welcome to visit us & come and see for yourself.
Staff Meeting in Reception
Pimlico Flats Newsletter May 2011
April featured a long holiday break due to Easter and the Royal Wedding which meant that most of Bradley Construction’s workforce seemed to disappear for around 2 weeks! Nevertheless the work has continued with all beams now in place and plastering ¾ of the way finished. All plumbing and electrics first fix have been completed and with the workforce back in full swing the soundproof flooring will be ordered in the second week of May, door frames are already in place in half the flats so doors will be ordered soon and so can some of the sanitary ware.
There have been reports of problems with the wifi – whenever we have investigated this we have found no problems connecting ourselves.
I have set up a Pimlico Flats Channel on Youtube in which I will be uploading various informative videos of Pimlico. If anyone has any contributions to upload they would be gratefully received, likes and subscriptions appreciated.
Generally no news is Good News!
Royal Wedding Street Party in Pimlico Westminster SW1?
Image via Wikipedia
Westminster CC Royal Wedding Street Party Regulations
If you are thinking of planning a street party or event to celebrate the Royal Wedding in Pimlico you have until tomorrow 15th March to apply to Westminster City Council. You need to Apply for an Event with the special events team, and an “event planning officer” will be in touch. The Council has vowed to keep to a minimum the amount of paperwork needed for residents to host a party to celebrate the royal wedding this Bank Holiday weekend (April 29th). Nevertheless holding a large event in Pimlico requires filling in up to eight council forms if roads need to be closed or temporary structures put up for a street party. There is a 48-page council ‘events guidelines for customers’ document but the events officer can help you with this and the council is committed to releasing community, voluntary and corporate groups from petty rules and regulations and will do all it can to help facilitate any parties, and many people will probably not even need to fill out any forms.
Why have a Royal Wedding Street Party?
- To meet your neighbours in a fun way where everyone can join in.
- Joining in the tradition with the royal wedding
- To build a friendly community, rather than being strangers – you don’t have to become friends, just neighbours.
- The street is the best place to meet as it is right outside your house.
- To enjoy the street without cars which normally get in the way.
- All ages and backgrounds can mingle in a relaxed way with less fear of difference.
- Kids can play safely for a change and adults can join in.
- It’s a great British tradition, and not just for kids.
How do I Organise a Pimlico Street Party?
Street Party
A ‘street party’ is a free party is organised by and for all residents in 1 or 2 small streets, without external publicity. It doesn’t need a great amount of finance, organisation, or effort. Luckily there is an online guide which promises that having a street party is easier than you may think and will definitely be worth it. Trust that your neighbours will want one, because they will! Check out the guide to organising a street party.
Whatever you do – have a great day!
Pimlico Flats have a Serviced Apartment available to rent for the Royal Wedding.
Pimlico Flats Newsletter – March 2011
Work started on the refurbishment of 71 Winchester St. on 1st February 2011 and we have been demolishing the interior of 71 Winchester Street and basically all that is standing are the main walls and the mansard above.
The staircase is still in situ but most of the internal walls have been removed to make way for new stud walls after all the steelwork is put in.
The steelwork started to arrive as from 1st March and the first fix electrics and plumbing have commenced. We hope that we are not being too noisy to upset any of the tenants or neighbours Winchester Street.
If there are any complaints please let Trevor Seenan the Site Manager know so that we can resolve the problem.
Any standard maintenance problems should follow Pimlico Flats standard procedure:
- See George in Reception 09:00 – 12:00 Mon – Fri. Also other times, and Saturday & Sunday mornings (fleetingly)
- Leave a note at Reception
- Telephone 07947 777575
- eMail maintenance@pimlico-flats.co.uk
Your Flat Flooded with Sewage for Christmas?
Fat in Sewer
Sorry to bring an unpleasant smell to the Christmas Festival, but whilst the traditional Christmas roast with all the trimmings may be one of the highlights of the festive season it could also be a hidden cause of flooding. Pouring leftover fat, oil and grease down the drain is a major cause of sewer and drain blockages.
Fat, oil and grease in liquid form may not appear to be a problem, but as it cools and hardens it can lead to leaks, overflows and even raw sewage flooding people’s flats. Even if hot soapy water is used, the fat will solidify on hitting the cold sewer walls and will collect other fat and debris. Over time this builds up, preventing the normal flow of waste water and debris passing through and consequently coming out of drains, sewers and potentially into your flat.
We do have programs of preventative maintenance to try to prevent blockages, nevertheless in any typical year we end up unblocking at least 2 or 3 drains. Please – allow the fat to solidify and dispose of it with the solid rubbish.
London Flats & Studios to Rent from Pimlico Flats – July/August
Studio
During July and August Pimlico Flats have a number of Studios becoming available. They are listed on our Available Page (see Menu Left), advertised on this Blog (see Advertising Panel Right) and of course advertised in the Property Portals through our account with Upad (see advert left). We have several of each type of property – 2 Bedroom Flats, 1 bedroom Flats, and Studios. Prices vary depending upon the property, the Studios from £1000 – £1250 pcm, the Flats from £1300 pcm. If a tenant has said that they wish to rent a flat and has left a holding deposit, we mark the listings as “Under Offer” pending taking references, and preparing the rental agreement. Once this process is complete the listing will be marked “Let” and left for a period.
Walk In Shower
These photos are for one of our new Studios – 75 Flat 12 which is available to rent for £1250 pcm from 1st August 2010.
Studio Kitchen
Studio Kitchen
Fitted Washer Drier
Fitted Fridge
Bathroom & Storage
Twin Headed Flood Shower
