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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 live in a gated development managed by Ringley since October 2022. I'm very house proud and like to keep things clean, organised and well maintained. I found it very frustrating when I realised that the estate was not managed well. I exchanged many emails with the manager at the time, to try and sort it out, without much effect. In early 2024 a new manager took over responsibility for our development and things started getting better. She organised leaseholders meeting to understand issues which needed addressing. Our gate has been out of order for almost two years and she got onto finding a contractor who can sort it out. She changed the ineffective cleaning company to improve cleanliness of the estate. I had a problem with pigeons fouling on my bedroom window. Eventually the pigeons found a way to enter the boxed roof gables, and set up a nest in there, which caused even more of them to hang out on the roof and around my window. The noise and fouling was relentless. I could not open my bedroom window at all. I was liasing with the previous manager for over a year to resolve this issue with no real action being taken. She instructed a pest control company and later a roofing company to close off access to the roof area and keep pigeons out, as well as install pigeon proofing measures. I can't thank her enough for getting this resolved. It allows me to get fresh air into my bedroom and enjoy my property again. She was also on the ball when a waste stack got blocked and I had dirty water backing up to my flat. She got a plumber out to resolve the issue promptly. She is professional, efficient and gets the job done. We are fortunate she took over management of our development. Thank you."

Aleksandra Kokot 147 days ago

"Absolutely delighted with the outstanding service provided by Anaconda Cut! From the very beginning of the moving-in process to the final stages, Antonia has been incredibly supportive and attentive. She answered all of our questions promptly and thoroughly, ensuring we were well-informed every step of the way. Antonia was very accommodating with all of our requests, always going the extra mile to make sure everything was in order. Her professionalism and dedication made the entire process stress-free and seamless. Thank you, Antonia, for making our move so smooth and enjoyable!"

Victoria Ivanova 133 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

The 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
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 Crawley

Best places to eat out in Crawley

History of Crawley

Most prestigious roads in Crawley

Things to do in Crawley

Crawley Cultural Scene

History of Crawley

Crawley is a large town and borough located in West Sussex. The area has been inhabited since the stone age and was a centre of iron-working in Roman times. Crawley developed slowly as a market town from the 13th century, serving the surrounding villages in the Weald.  

Most prestigious roads in Crawley

The 10 most prestigious roads in Crawley

Crawley is a town in West Sussex, lucratively placed for Gatwick Airport and well-balanced in terms of residential, commercial, and green spaces. Here are ten of the most prestigious roads in Crawley that come with desirable properties and attractive settings:

1. Pound Hill: This is a large residential area with spacious homes, including those on Milborne Road and Grattons Drive, very close to local amenities and schools.

2. Worth Park Avenue: This road falls within the district of Worth and is a fine avenue in terms of properties compared with other surrounding avenues; it incorporates the extra benefit of Worth Park Gardens, offering views and space for recreation for its residents.

3. Ifield Green: This would be a small, possibly quaint area of older, nice homes and some new developments with a country feel, yet close to Crawley town center.

4. Faygate Lane: This is a state-of-the-art home road situated in the area of Faygate, with large homes giving a more rural lifestyle but with easy access to Crawley and Horsham.

5. Old Hollow: This is situated in the Worth area and has large detached houses that are very quiet—hence, having some appeal to those looking for space and luxury.

6. Goffs Park Road: This road runs adjacent to Goffs Park and provides a few nice homes within an easy walk of leisure facilities of the park and the town center of Crawley.

7. Balcombe Road: A long road running through various parts of Crawley, including Pound Hill and worth, known for its mix of traditional and modern homes in desirable settings.

8. Tilgate Drive: This road is set close to Tilgate Park and so is highly sought after due to its pretty surroundings and proximity to a host of recreational facilities within the park itself, which also comprises lakes, gardens, and a nature center.

9. Copthorne Road: This road, too, provides a link to the village of Crawley's Copthorne and includes some smart houses as well. As such, it also provides for a quality semi-rural lifestyle with all facilities that a town would offer at one's doorstep.

10. St Nicholas Court: Situated in the district of Worth, this is some of the most upmarket close alignment of big, quality homes in a quiet surroundings, thereby making this a most desirable address within Crawley.

The finesse of these roads is underlined with locations that one could desire, attractive properties, and proximity to facilities, so they are considered among the most prestigious addresses in Crawley.

Best places to eat out in Crawley

The 10 most prestigious roads in Crawley

Crawley is a town in West Sussex, lucratively placed for Gatwick Airport and well-balanced in terms of residential, commercial, and green spaces. Here are ten of the most prestigious roads in Crawley that come with desirable properties and attractive settings:

1. Pound Hill: This is a large residential area with spacious homes, including those on Milborne Road and Grattons Drive, very close to local amenities and schools.

2. Worth Park Avenue: This road falls within the district of Worth and is a fine avenue in terms of properties compared with other surrounding avenues; it incorporates the extra benefit of Worth Park Gardens, offering views and space for recreation for its residents.

3. Ifield Green: This would be a small, possibly quaint area of older, nice homes and some new developments with a country feel, yet close to Crawley town center.

4. Faygate Lane: This is a state-of-the-art home road situated in the area of Faygate, with large homes giving a more rural lifestyle but with easy access to Crawley and Horsham.

5. Old Hollow: This is situated in the Worth area and has large detached houses that are very quiet—hence, having some appeal to those looking for space and luxury.

6. Goffs Park Road: This road runs adjacent to Goffs Park and provides a few nice homes within an easy walk of leisure facilities of the park and the town center of Crawley.

7. Balcombe Road: A long road running through various parts of Crawley, including Pound Hill and worth, known for its mix of traditional and modern homes in desirable settings.

8. Tilgate Drive: This road is set close to Tilgate Park and so is highly sought after due to its pretty surroundings and proximity to a host of recreational facilities within the park itself, which also comprises lakes, gardens, and a nature center.

9. Copthorne Road: This road, too, provides a link to the village of Crawley's Copthorne and includes some smart houses as well. As such, it also provides for a quality semi-rural lifestyle with all facilities that a town would offer at one's doorstep.

10. St Nicholas Court: Situated in the district of Worth, this is some of the most upmarket close alignment of big, quality homes in a quiet surroundings, thereby making this a most desirable address within Crawley.

The finesse of these roads is underlined with locations that one could desire, attractive properties, and proximity to facilities, so they are considered among the most prestigious addresses in Crawley.

Things to do in Crawley

The 10 most prestigious roads in Crawley

Crawley is a town in West Sussex, lucratively placed for Gatwick Airport and well-balanced in terms of residential, commercial, and green spaces. Here are ten of the most prestigious roads in Crawley that come with desirable properties and attractive settings:

1. Pound Hill: This is a large residential area with spacious homes, including those on Milborne Road and Grattons Drive, very close to local amenities and schools.

2. Worth Park Avenue: This road falls within the district of Worth and is a fine avenue in terms of properties compared with other surrounding avenues; it incorporates the extra benefit of Worth Park Gardens, offering views and space for recreation for its residents.

3. Ifield Green: This would be a small, possibly quaint area of older, nice homes and some new developments with a country feel, yet close to Crawley town center.

4. Faygate Lane: This is a state-of-the-art home road situated in the area of Faygate, with large homes giving a more rural lifestyle but with easy access to Crawley and Horsham.

5. Old Hollow: This is situated in the Worth area and has large detached houses that are very quiet—hence, having some appeal to those looking for space and luxury.

6. Goffs Park Road: This road runs adjacent to Goffs Park and provides a few nice homes within an easy walk of leisure facilities of the park and the town center of Crawley.

7. Balcombe Road: A long road running through various parts of Crawley, including Pound Hill and worth, known for its mix of traditional and modern homes in desirable settings.

8. Tilgate Drive: This road is set close to Tilgate Park and so is highly sought after due to its pretty surroundings and proximity to a host of recreational facilities within the park itself, which also comprises lakes, gardens, and a nature center.

9. Copthorne Road: This road, too, provides a link to the village of Crawley's Copthorne and includes some smart houses as well. As such, it also provides for a quality semi-rural lifestyle with all facilities that a town would offer at one's doorstep.

10. St Nicholas Court: Situated in the district of Worth, this is some of the most upmarket close alignment of big, quality homes in a quiet surroundings, thereby making this a most desirable address within Crawley.

The finesse of these roads is underlined with locations that one could desire, attractive properties, and proximity to facilities, so they are considered among the most prestigious addresses in Crawley.

 

Crawley Cultural Scene

Local Culture in Crawley

Crawley is a town located in West Sussex, and it best describes itself as a town with a long history and lively local culture. Here is a brief overview of its cultural and historical background:

Historical Background:

1. Ancient Origins: Archaeological evidence proves Crawley dates back as far as the Stone Age, where the first men could have made their first settlement. The area has continuously been occupied through the Roman period and into the Saxon era.

2. Medieval Development: Crawley is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, so by that time, no doubt, it was already a settlement of some importance. The town developed at a crossroads and later became a market town during the 13th century.

3. Coaching Town: Crawley flourished in the 18th and early part of the 19th as a coaching town on the Highway from London to Brighton. It was during that time period when many inns and taverns were opened to service travelers.

4. New Town Era: In 1947, Crawley was marked for one of the New Towns, as outlined in the New Towns Act, aiming to take on the burden of the post-World War II housing shortage. It precipitated swift development with super-modern amenities and typical neighborhoods.

5. Industrial Development: The proximity of Gatwick Airport has resulted in Crawley becoming a main feature of business growth and economic rise for this town.

Cultural Life;

1. Diverse Community: Crawley is a multi-cultural populous town with people from various ethnicities and backgrounds giving life to the town. From festivals and food down to cultural events, the mix is just so rich here in one place.

2. Arts and Entertainment: The major event of cultural strictness is The Hawth Theatre. It hosts a wide array of performances, such as theatres, music, dance, and comedy. Conducts workshops and community art programmes based on theatres.

3. Heritage Sites: Crawley Museum has displays regarding local industries and the social history of the town and its notable residents, together with items of historical interest. Another major heritage site is Ifield Watermill, which is a restored 19th-century mill.

4. Events: Crawley does conduct annual festivals and events that prove to be diverse. Some examples include the Crawley International Mela for South Asian arts and culture and Crawley Festival, which is usually filled with music, dance, and family activities.

5. Local Cuisine: Bars and restaurants almost replicate the very diversity of the town in its eating out circuit, offering a fabulous variety in the kind of food: Indian, Thai, Italian, Caribbean, traditional British menu led by pubs. .

6. Green Spaces: Crawley features well-maintained parks and green spaces—Tilgate Park and Buchan Country Park are examples that present great recreational facilities which aid in enhancing the quality of life in this town.

7. Community Activities: A lot of community centers and other local organizations are found that host all sorts of activities, classes, support services, etc., giving the feel of community and belonging to people.

8. Sport and Leisure: Crawley has a wide and varied sporting culture with evidence of a K2 Leisure Centre and football, cricket, rugby, and other popular clubs in the scene. The town supports Youths and Amateur Sports through various programmes and facilities.

Conclusion:

From market town to New Town era, through continuing development, Crawley has always been home to a growing but lively and diverse community. It now stands rich in history and thronged by diverse populations, staying true to the arts and heritage that make it vibrant for people to live in and visit.