Block Management Colindale

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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

"I cannot speak highly enough of the on-site teams exceptional property management services. From the very first interaction, it was clear that she is a consummate professional with a genuine passion for her work. The teams dedication and attention to detail are unparalleled. They have always been so helpful and kind to us considering our needs and worries. We are so happy to be moving into our new flat!!"

Laiaa ME 126 days ago

"Our property manager is a complete star, she has persisted until she found a solution and gone not just the extra mile on our behalf, but many, many more. We are more grateful than we can say, what she has done will make a great difference to the wellbeing of an individual."

helen 125 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.
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.
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?

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

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
Head of Block Management
London & SE
Richard Read
Head of Block Management
Wales & West
Andrew Selwyn
Managing Director
South West
Nick Pratt
National Head of Site Staff
Block Management

Richard

Cardiff Office

Head of Block Management - Wales & West

Kate

London Office

Head of Block Management - London & SE

Nick

London Office

Block Management - National Head of Site Staff


Everything you need to know about Colindale

Best places to eat out in Colindale

History of Colindale

Most prestigious roads in Colindale

Things to do in Colindale

Culture and History in Colchester

History of Colindale

The name Colindale probably derives from the Colinn family who lived in the 16th century. The settlement originated in the late 19th century near the older but now lost hamlet of Colindeep, which lay in the valley of the Silk Stream, a tributary of the River Brent.

Once considered part of Hendon but now separated from that borough by the M1, the east side of Colindale has long been associated with aviation. In the years before 1914, aircraft building and pilot training dominated the locality – and these activities increased after the outbreak of the First World War, as related industries were drawn in by government intervention. Formed in 1918, the Royal Air Force used Hendon Aerodrome, which the government acquired in 1925. During the Second World War the airfield became a transport, communications and training base, but its unsuitability for post-war jet aircraft meant the last flying units left in 1957, although the RAF Hendon did not officially close until 1988. The RAF Museum opened on the plinth in 1972 in two of the airfield's original hangars, to which further exhibition rooms have since been added.

Most prestigious roads in Colindale

The 10 most desirable roads in Colchester

1. Lexden Road: This is a street with slightly more Victorian and Edwardian houses; hence, it is generally considered one of the better-heeled areas of Colchester, with large, sprawling houses and a rather leafy atmosphere.

2. Maldon Road: Running through highly regarded residential areas with a mix of detached to semi-detached houses, the road gives easy access to local schools and other amenities.

3. East Hill: This is a place near the town Centre of Colchester with historic buildings combined with modern residences nearby, bringing ease to accessing the local shops and transportation links.

4. Circular Road East: This road lies just near the park of Colchester Castle, providing fine views with detached period homes mingling with more modern developments.

5. Dedham Road: This road lies, again, on the approaches to the area of outstanding beauty of Dedham Vale and has some quite attractive property while enjoying easy access to the countryside for walking.

6. Broomfield Road: Tree-lined and near to Colchester General Hospital, offering a mix of residential property with local facilities nearby.

7. High Street: This is one of Colchester's main through roads, with historic buildings interspersed with shops and restaurants running along it; it can be described as the centre of the town.

8. Wivenhoe Road: Similar to the above, this road connects the town of Colchester to the nearby town of Wivenhoe and features a mix of residential properties, with access to local parks and riverside walks on its doorstep.

9. Mill Road: This street is situated within the ever-popular area of Lexden and comprises a variety of period homes construed within a quiet residential setting.

10. St John's Street: This is a historic street in the town centre, mixing residential properties with shops and eating houses to create a vibrant, convenient urban setting for living.

These roads are some of the better residential areas and districts in Colchester, comprising some of its attractive properties, conveniently located and close to their respective local amenities. Local real estate agents or websites on property would provide very accurate information with respect to specific property details and highly acclaimed areas as per individual taste and preference.

 

Best places to eat out in Colindale

Best places to eat out in Colindale

At Colindale, everything from casual eating houses to pubs to bars goes all the way up to more elite restaurants. Here is a run-down of some of the best places to eat out in Colindale:

1. Bang Bang Oriental Food Hall: A large food hall offering Asian food delicacies besides different Asian cuisines like Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Malaysian. Famous for casual dining and taste bud explorers.

2. Bella Vita: This family-run restaurant is full of warm ambiance from its Italian interiors and friendly service. It more or less came to the limelight from the locals, not only due to authentic pizza but also due to the pasta cuisine.

3. The Kitchen: This will be a setting of modern British food, with freshly prepared food done from the finest and locally produced ingredients on Colindale, Beaufort Park premises. An ideal place to dine for any type of casual dinner/special dining.

4. Chandni Chowk: Located in Colindale, it is a very popular Restaurant for Indian Cuisine. Chandni Chowk does offer traditional Indian Cuisine but focuses on North Indian cuisine. Traditional curries, tandoori dishes are their specialty dishes.

5. Mantra Thai Dining: This restaurant specializes in authentic Thai cuisine that caters to spicy curries, stir-fries, seafood, and almost everything else one can imagine. The restaurant offers casual dining in an attentive service set-up.

6. Zizzi: This local link in the chain that is cooking up fresh Italian style has given modern, renovated setup in Colindale. It could house families from the start and never lost its touch on matters, least of all the romantic. Whatever it is—maybe just a glass of wine with friends or any other reception—you're sure to get something unique from this place.

7. Miller & Carter: With its proud history of top quality steaks and grilled meats, at Miller & Carter they assure refined dining straight in the heart of Colindale. This eatery focuses on especially high-quality cuts of beef that will be complemented by attentive service.

8. Costa Coffee: Whatever one would fancy in a perfect spot to enjoy that cup of coffee, Costa Coffee indeed offers a good variety of choice for hot and cold beverages that go well with sandwiches, pastries, and light snacks.

9. Kai's Kitchen: It is a small restaurant located in Colindale—much of the food is available to fill the stomach at cheaper prices and caters to fusion Chinese and Malaysian food. Mostly hopeless eat-in customers and 'takeaway' people visit it; to all, it is well known.

10. Subway: For easily accessible, no-fuss meals that are suited personally to your taste buds, Subway at Colindale lets customers choose between wide choices of sandwiches, wraps, and salads made fresh to order.

That spate of restaurants indicated the type of diversification that existed within Colindale itself, in which a brave new world of flavors and tastes hailed from all corners of the globe. There would be, in a place like Colindale, enough variety ranging from international dishes down to traditional British food

Things to do in Colindale

Things to Do in Colindale

There is quite a lot of things to do around and observe around Colindale. Here is a small run-down of things you can do in Colindale:

1. Royal Air Force Museum: Know about the history of flying at this RAF Museum, with its immensely huge collection of aircraft, exhibitions on the history of flying, and interactive displays.

2. Bang Bang Oriental Food Hall: if you need to get creative with food, then this food hall about Asian cuisine will learners as much variety as you may get in terms of countries in Asia—from Chinese to Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Malay.

3. Open green, walking paths, children's play areas—such is the setting of Colindale Park for open-air exercise and relaxation.

4. Shopping at The Mall Colindale: The Mall in Colindale offers a mix of shops, restaurants, and leisure pursuit ranging from retail outlets, coffee shops to a cinema.

5. Grahame Park Estate: Take in the local culture and residential architecture in Grahame Park—one of its large estates.

6. Local Markets: Take some time to get to the local markets for fresh produce and whatever else may be on display, such as Colindale Market or, quite near, Brent Cross Shopping Centre.

7. Colindale Library: Use local library facilities for much-needed resources, activities, and events for all age brackets.

8. Fitness and Leisure Facilities: Avail of local gyms, fitness centers, and leisure facilities for a good workout and other recreation facilities.

9. Restaurants and Cafes: Savor, in Colindale, restaurants from casual eateries to fine dining spanning across wonderful diversity.

10. Community Events and Activities: Join through their groups or organizations events or workshops for any activity happening within the community.

These activities are highly expressive in different ways and indicate cultural and leisure possibilities existing at Colindale. It caters to a varying profile of users, whether residents or visitors.

 

Culture and History in Colchester

Things to Do in Colindale

There is quite a lot of things to do around and observe around Colindale. Here is a small run-down of things you can do in Colindale:

1. Royal Air Force Museum: Know about the history of flying at this RAF Museum, with its immensely huge collection of aircraft, exhibitions on the history of flying, and interactive displays.

2. Bang Bang Oriental Food Hall: if you need to get creative with food, then this food hall about Asian cuisine will learners as much variety as you may get in terms of countries in Asia—from Chinese to Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Malay.

3. Open green, walking paths, children's play areas—such is the setting of Colindale Park for open-air exercise and relaxation.

4. Shopping at The Mall Colindale: The Mall in Colindale offers a mix of shops, restaurants, and leisure pursuit ranging from retail outlets, coffee shops to a cinema.

5. Grahame Park Estate: Take in the local culture and residential architecture in Grahame Park—one of its large estates.

6. Local Markets: Take some time to get to the local markets for fresh produce and whatever else may be on display, such as Colindale Market or, quite near, Brent Cross Shopping Centre.

7. Colindale Library: Use local library facilities for much-needed resources, activities, and events for all age brackets.

8. Fitness and Leisure Facilities: Avail of local gyms, fitness centers, and leisure facilities for a good workout and other recreation facilities.

9. Restaurants and Cafes: Savor, in Colindale, restaurants from casual eateries to fine dining spanning across wonderful diversity.

10. Community Events and Activities: Join through their groups or organizations events or workshops for any activity happening within the community.

These activities are highly expressive in different ways and indicate cultural and leisure possibilities existing at Colindale. It caters to a varying profile of users, whether residents or visitors.