Block Management Caledonian Road

Caledonian Road's No 1 Managing agent

Block and Estate Management is about the minutia done well: the role of a Managing Agent is technical, administrative, practical and political. It takes joined up thinking to do what we do well as well as sufficient resource to react to whatever is necessary day-to-day.

As a Managing Agent we know our true business is building relationships with people. Our people are empowered and know that they can make a difference to how people feel about where they live. We call our 'Property Manager's 'Relationship Managers’ to embody our values which are to build relationships, add value, and to take the initiative. We lead the market in transparency and focusing on risk, cash, repairs and place making, usually in that order, and was the first Managing Agent to introduce a ' money back guarantee ’.

Being who we are would be impossible without our passionately committed people, whose qualifications we sponsor and who we support professionally to be the best they can be, as achieving a national training award and our Silver IIP status confirms.

Block Management Packages

An online service, like internet banking: we run demands, arrears, service charge accounts & legal admin, you set the budget and upload invoices to pay

How to change Managing Agent

Changing Managing Agent needn’t be daunting, we have a team dedicated to gathering information, benchmarking leases and setting up plant registers

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There’s a lot you need to know to run the service charge properly: politics, law, building pathology, financial accounting, company matters, here’s a few tips

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We understand the minimum fees of a full block management service may be prohibitive to small blocks – that’s why we created
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Regulated by

The Ringley Group is regulated by all three major bodies - Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and the Financial Conduct Authority.

Members of

We have professional memberships in The Property Institute, The Association of Rental Living, The Institute of Fire Safety Managers, Chartered Association of Building Engineers.

We empower teams out on site

Site staff are the eyes and ears of the developments we manage, they are fully connected to our customer relationship management systems. The work they do is visible to residents, e.g., day books and end of shift inspections on the Ringley Gateway portal.

We see success as the emotional connection of each resident to where they live, so the task is simple... to empower site teams to make a difference on resident at a time.

We hire and place a range of site staff including: Concierge, Caretakers, Housekeeping, Cleaners, Gardeners, Maintenance Engineers and more…
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Block and Estate Management is about the minutia done well: the role of a Managing Agent is technical, administrative, practical and political. It takes joined up thinking from a multi-disciplined team with one eye on the strategic long term plan and with sufficient resource to react to whatever is necessary day-to-day: the skills that block and estate management spans are: politics, building pathology, finance, legal knowhow and of course customer service too.

As a leading Managing Agent, we are a one-stop-property shop. We understand that our role is sometimes signposting Clients to get expert advice and supporting them to interpret such advice and make decisions. We support and help owners reach out to government and other local services where matters are beyond our day-to-day block management remit.

As a Managing Agent we know our true business is building relationships with people. Our people are empowered and know that they can make a difference to how people feel about where they live. We call our 'Property Manager's 'Relationship Managers' as our focus which is written up in our values is (a) to build relationships, (b) add value, and (c) to take the initiative: to us this means managing relationships. We lead the market in transparency and focusing on risk, cash, repairs and place making, usually in that order, and was the first Managing Agent to introduce a 'money back guarantee'.

We are not shy of hard work and believe our ability to get stuck in and find solutions that sets us apart. We are innovative to the core and committed to implementing good ideas in pursuit of 5* service.

Being who we are would be impossible without our passionately committed people, whose qualifications we sponsor and who we support professionally to be the best they can be, as achieving a national training award and our Silver IIP status confirms.


Block Management Reviews

"Very nice property. Grocery stories, restaurants, pubs, train station, bus services are all within proximity. Nice location. We find it to be a perfect space for our family. Staff is also very nice and cooperative."

Pranika Batra 78 days ago

"The lettings agents been absolutely spot-on. Always quick to sort things, proper sound, and no messing about. Had a washing machine on the blink recently, and she got it sorted faster than I could put the kettle on. If you’re after someone reliable who gets things done Cheers for everything!"

Vinay Choudhary 116 days ago

"We have had a problem with noise from the flat above us in Lady Isle House Ferry Court Cardiff. We contacted a Mr Paul Staniforth who immediately became involved and addressed the situation. We really do appreciate what he has done for us and cannot thank him enough. Once again a big thank you to Mr Staniforth. The noise above was intolerable."

Shane, 2 days ago

We work alongside those deploying capital: our VirginLand by Ringley identify sites, our capital markets team work on equity and debt, our Asset Managers act as Employer’s Agent during the build for Project Monitoring. Towards Practical Completion we will be preparing always to mobilse new assets, take plant handover, recruit great teams and lease up fast.

Institutions

We work to enhance the value of our Client’s asset and demonstrate good governance. To us this means engaging with leaseholders, residents and other stakeholders to ensure they are engaged with the management of each development.

Investors

Our aim is to make Management Company Directors feel empowered: to us this means 100% transparency and advising them of the options available to support decision making. We know volunteer directors have a day job, so work to delivery what they need in a timely manner and guide them on the decisions we need.

Management Companies

Within The Ringley Group we have a range of professional practices to enable transactions: Land Find, Valuers, Surveyors, Engineers and of course Ringley Law.
We work closely with official receivers, asset owners, lenders and tax consultants to support property owners throughout each assets lifecycle.

Home Owners

We work alongside those deploying capital: our VirginLand by Ringley identify sites, our capital markets team work on equity and debt, our Asset Managers act as Employer’s Agent during the build for Project Monitoring. Towards Practical Completion we will be preparing always to mobilse new assets, take plant handover, recruit great teams and lease up fast.
We work to enhance the value of our Client’s asset and demonstrate good governance. To us this means engaging with leaseholders, residents and other stakeholders to ensure they are engaged with the management of each development.
Our aim is to make Management Company Directors feel empowered: to us this means 100% transparency and advising them of the options available to support decision making. We know volunteer directors have a day job, so work to delivery what they need in a timely manner and guide them on the decisions we need.
Within The Ringley Group we have a range of professional practices to enable transactions: Land Find, Valuers, Surveyors, Engineers and of course Ringley Law.
We work closely with official receivers, asset owners, lenders and tax consultants to support property owners throughout each assets lifecycle.
Why Ringley?

Ringley is a group of companies. We are a diverse bunch with far reaching expertise in law, engineering, fire surveying and facilities management. Our data-led in-sourced model will save you money and we will listen, understand your goals and get things done. We are innovative and solutions oriented.

We promise:
  • 100% transparency
  • to find solutions
  • focused committed people

We're confident our teams will rise to any challenge, so... if you're not happy after 6 months, we will do the right thing

Why Ringley?

As a group of companies we are a diverse bunch with enough experts on board to be a one-stop-property-shop. We listen and align to each Client's goals so each of us knows what needs to be done all the while remaining innovative and solutions oriented - as a team - One Ringley.

We promise:
  • 100% transparency
  • to network and find solutions
  • focused committed people

We're confident our teams will rise to any challenge presented, so...
If you're not happy after 6 months, we will do the right thing

Our Block Management Team

The key to our success is our people.

Kate Robinson
Kate Robinson
MTPI MD Blocks/FM Management (London Region)
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Karl Bradley
Karl Bradley
Director of Facilities Management BSc IOSH MTPI MIWFM
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Natalie Birmingham
Natalie Birmingham
Customer Service Manager
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Nick Pratt
Nick Pratt
National Head of Site Staff Block Management
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Andrew Selwyn
Andrew Selwyn
Head of Block Management South West
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Chris Curtis
Chris Curtis
Operations Director of RISSS
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Everything you need to know about Caledonian Road

Best places to eat out in Caledonian Road

History of Caledonian Road

Most prestigious roads in Caledonian Road

Things to do in Caledonian Road

Caledonian Road - Cultural Scene

History of Caledonian Road

Caledonian Road is situated to the north of London, in the borough of Islington. It is 3.9 miles from central London. In 1826, during the reign of King George IV, (r. 1820-1830), a road was built from King's Cross to the Holloway Road. It was originally named Chalk Road, and ran through the Copenhagen Fields, for most of its length. In 1861, during the reign of Queen Victoria, (r. 1837-1901), it was renamed Caledonian Road. The name was derived from the Royal Caledonian Asylum, founded in 1815. This had moved to Copenhagen Fields in 1827. The asylum looked after children of soldiers, sailors and mariners, natives of Scotland, who had died or been disabled in the service to their country. It also cared for impoverished children of Scottish parents who lived in London, and were not entitled to limited relief. The building has since gone. However, its purpose now functions as a charitable trust.
In the 1850s, terraced houses were built in the area, for middle classes. These buildings soon declined, often with more than one family occupying each property. In 1842, the Pentonville Prison was built; and In 1892, Islington's first public baths were built.


During the reign of King Edward VII, (r. 1901-1910), Caledonian Road station was opened in 1906, by the Great Northern, Piccadilly and Brompton Railway. The Caledonian Road Underground station we know today, is on the Piccadilly Line.
After World War II, (1939-1945), further developments took place, for example, the construction of council flats. In the 1980s, more houses were built, mainly at the northern end of Caledonian Road. Currently, the area has a massive waste recycling centre; and there are many community organisations, including gay rights, counselling, pacifism, Tibetan Buddhism, and support for prisoners' families. There are many home improvement shops, for example, ironwork, glass, paint and second-hand furniture.
Caledonian Road is relatively affordable; and "the Cally" as it is locally known, remains a comparative rarity in today's London: primarily a close-knit, working class community. More than 70% of the Caledonian ward's residents live in rented accommodation, mostly council flats. 

 


 

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Most prestigious roads in Caledonian Road

Caledonian Road, located in the heart of London, is a vibrant thoroughfare that perfectly balances Victorian charm with contemporary urban living. The area is known for its diverse architecture, ranging from elegant Georgian and Victorian homes to modern developments, making it a highly sought-after location for both residents and visitors. With excellent transport links, a wide variety of local amenities, and a lively community atmosphere, Caledonian Road offers an ideal blend of historic beauty and modern convenience.

  • Caledonian Road: This itself is a principal street, lined with a mix of Victorian terraced houses and modern developments, which has ease of access to local amenities and excellent transport links.
  •  Hillmarton Road in Caledonian: This is a leafy residence road with elegant Georgian and Victorian large family homes, often featuring spacious gardens and a real sense of period architecture.
  •  Hemingford Road in Caledonian: A grand-looking avenue with very nice Victorian terraces and leafy surroundings, creating a tranquil atmosphere and community feel to the road.
  • Offord Road in Caledonian: This road has a mix of Victorian and Edwardian properties with diverse architecture, cafes, shops, and green open spaces.

Whether you’re drawn to its rich architectural heritage or its modern urban vibe, Caledonian Road offers a dynamic and inviting place to live. This fusion of history and modernity ensures that it remains one of the most desirable locations in London..

 

 

 

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Best places to eat out in Caledonian Road

Caledonian Road is a vibrant and dynamic area in London, offering a mix of historic character and contemporary urban life. From charming Victorian terraces to bustling cafés, independent shops, and a diverse dining scene, this street is a microcosm of London’s eclectic spirit. With its excellent transport links and lively community atmosphere, Caledonian Road is a destination that seamlessly blends tradition with modernity.

1. The Drapers Arms: A gastropub, very famous for its seasonal setting of British dishes, and vast wines and ales portfolio. It's among those spots that one can't miss owing to the cozy atmosphere and quality food.

2. Sushi Tetsu: one of the very popular sushi places, keeps to a highly placed goal of staying true to the original Japanese cuisine through the use of fresh and high-quality ingredients. The venue itself is quite small, and visitors are many, so a reservation must be made.

3. Caravan: A very fashionable restaurant with a menu of global inspiration and specialty coffee, this relaxed dining venue brings dishes that take center stage in terms of flavor and combination.

4. Dishoom: Through the Irani cafes of Bombay comes this great Indian food within vibrant surroundings. From breakfast through dinner, it's a busy menu full of revised classic intricacies.

5. Prawn on the Lawn: A seafood restaurant-cum-fishmonger. You have an eclectic choice of fresh and sustainable seafood. It is small in setting; wonderful service though, truly one of the greatest dining experiences ever.

6. Moro: Lots-acclaimed restaurant with Moorish-inspired Spanish and North African fare. Moro's dishes can be described as full-flavored, yet seasonal, to bring out a side of the Mediterranean in London.

7. Padella: With handmade pasta dishes as the core cuisine, Padella can afford to have only simple Italian dishes full of flavor. It's known for reasonable pricing with awesome food, the ultimate in pasta.

8. Honest Burgers: A casual eatery proud of their brilliant burgers, @Honest Burgers cooked from native British beef and seasonal produce, all locally sourced. Offers a relaxed ambiance with a lot of options to suit both vegetarian and vegan tastes.

9. The Gate: Vegetarian creativity at its flavorful best and suitable for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike, the Gate supports seasonal produce and new cooking techniques.

10. The Gilbert Scott: Atmospheric dining in serious style, the Gilbert Scott serves up British classics within the iconic St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel, which is great for special occasions or just a taste of something memorable.

Whether you're seeking a casual meal, a cozy pub experience, or an exotic culinary adventure, Caledonian Road has something to suit every taste. This area continues to captivate with its unique blend of flavors, culture, and heritage, making it a must-visit spot in the heart of London.

 

 

 

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Things to do in Caledonian Road

Nestled in the heart of Islington, Caledonian is a vibrant area where history, culture, and modern attractions come together to create a captivating destination. From tranquil parks and fascinating museums to bustling markets and lively nightlife, Caledonian offers something for everyone. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or simply looking to unwind, this dynamic neighborhood has a variety of experiences to enjoy.

1. Caledonian Park: This historic park takes prominence with its Victorian clock tower and open green spaces. Caledonian Park is a tranquil retreat commanding views of London's skyline.

2. Street Markets in Caledonian: Get a flavor of the local culture by wandering around local street markets, such as Chapel Market and Camden Market. Two of the more popular, essentially wholesale markets, have all types of fresh produce, new one-off crafts, and Fashion gear.

3. Islington Museum in Caledonian: Learn more about Islington and his different areas, like Caledonian, at this Museum. It has displays about local heritage, art, and community life.

4. Dining and Cafes in Caledonian: From hundreds of restaurants, bars, cafes, and eateries, one will someday experience the eclectic scene serving food from every part of the world. Caledonian has both hip places and jewels that satisfy even the most discerning palates.

5. Architecture in Caledonian: Stroll around this district and take a view of the architecture with Victorian and Georgian houses on display. Walk by yourself in this area to see the historical appeal and varied architecture.

6. Union Chapel Events in Caledonian: Make your way to the iconic Union Chapel, a working church and concert venue locally known for its great acoustics and odd eclectic program of live music, talks, and events.

7.Upper Street Shopping in Caledonian: Take a walk down one of the liveliest shopping strips, featuring boutiques, vintage shops, and outlet stores—any shopper's dream, if you are a fashion enthusiast or looking for something special that will give way to your peculiar tastes.

8. Crystal Maze LIVE Experience in Caledonian: Join the lively Crystal Maze LIVE Experience, inspired by one of the nineties' most favorite TV programs, where you have to solve puzzles and challenges set within themed zones.

9. Nightlife in Caledonian: Caledonian has several pubs, bars, live music places, etc., that provide ample entertainment at night. Therefore, it generally serves as an excellent means to relax and socialize with friends.

10. Canal Walk in Caledonian: Take a gentle stroll alongside the local Regent's Canal, with beautiful scenery, historic landmarks around, boat-trip opportunities, and tow-path cycling at their disposal for cyclists.

With its perfect blend of historic charm and contemporary energy, Caledonian is a must-visit area in London. Its diverse offerings, from cultural landmarks to unique dining spots, ensure that visitors and locals alike can find something exciting to explore.

 

 

 

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Caledonian Road - Cultural Scene

 

Caledonian Road, affectionately known as "The Cally," is a vibrant cultural hub in North London. The annual Cally Festival celebrates the area's rich diversity with live music, food stalls, arts and crafts, and children's activities. This free public event fosters community engagement and showcases local talent.

The area boasts several cultural venues that contribute to its artistic landscape. The Pleasance Theatre offers a platform for emerging artists, featuring a diverse range of performances. Additionally, the House of Illustration, located nearby, celebrates visual storytelling through exhibitions and events.

Caledonian Road's rich history adds depth to its cultural scene. The Flying Scotsman pub, a Grade II listed building, reflects the area's architectural heritage. Furthermore, the novel Caledonian Road by Andrew O'Hagan offers a contemporary exploration of the neighborhood's socio-cultural dynamics.

 

 

 

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