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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

"The lettings advisor who assisted us is wonderful, she made me feel very welcomed and really helped me settle down."

Ke Wen 84 days ago

"The team have been fab, the place is lovely"

Luke Wilson 14 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
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 Dover

Best places to eat out in Dover

History of Dover

Most prestigious roads in Dover

Things to do in Deptford

Local culture and history in Deptford

History of Dover

Dover is a local government district in Kent. The district was formed on 1 April 1974 by the merger of the boroughs of Deal, Dover, and Sandwich along with Dover Rural District and most of Eastry Rural District.

 

Most prestigious roads in Dover

The 10 most prestigious roads in Dover

Dover is a historic town in the county of Kent. It's largely famous for its iconic white cliffs and strategic port. Many of the roads within Dover are fairly prestigious—either having a nice view or some type of historic significance. Others simply are placed proximal to many different amenities. Some of the more notable ones include:

1. Marine Parade: Winds up the seafront, offering wonderful views of the English Channel and Dover Harbour. It is studded with Victorian- and Edwardian-style buildings, which most of the time have since been converted into guesthouses and apartments.

2. Castle Hill Road: Being very close to Dover Castle, it has surprisingly good history; one of the closest locations to the town's best-known landmark has views of the castle and the surrounding countryside.

3. Victoria Park Avenue: Running near Victoria Park, the avenue has Victorian and Edwardian houses with lovely, well-maintained gardens. Much is offered in this area of residence right next to schools and leisure facilities.

4. The Esplanade: This is a seafront road with panoramic views of the coastline and the harbour of Dover, lined with Georgian and Victorian Houses, some of which are now sensitively converted into boutique hotels or quality guesthouses.

5. Clarendon Road: This is a residential road of elegant Victorian residences with large houses; it is leafy in surroundings and the road is near to local shops and amenities.

6. St. Radigund's Road: This road passes through a residential area and extents near the St. Radigund's Abbey, with a frontal view of period properties having some ambiance. It is quiet but only near to Dover town center.

7. Grosvenor Road: This road has been described as situated in the West End of Dover and compromises an array of Victorian Terraced Homes and larger detached properties. This makes a favoured district for families because of its proximity to schools and parks.

8. St Martin's Road: This street lies just on the edge of the historic town center; it connects period properties to modern residential ones. There are local shops, restaurants, and transport links all in walking distance from this street.

9. Maison Dieu Road: This road takes its name from the historic Maison Dieu, which used to be a hospice for pilgrims. It gives a mix of period homes that relate to modern apartments with views over Dover Castle.

10. London Road: Being one of the thoroughfares of Dover, London Road connects the town centre to its outskirts. On either side, it is lined with a mix of residential property—shops and businesses.

These roads in Dover proud themselves on historic character, picturesque settings, and high residential qualities, which make the addresses

Best places to eat out in Dover

Best places to eat out in Dover

Dover has diversified options for any foodie, from British traditional to a wide span of international cuisine. To sum it up, here is a roundup of some of the best places to eat out in Dover:

1. Cullins Yard: This is a very popular restaurant for seafood and British classic dishes in a relaxed pub atmosphere right on the waterfront with fantastic views over the harbour, next to Dover Marina.

2. Allotment: This is a small warm, welcoming little cafe with homemade cakes, pastries, and light lunches in the town centre of Dover. Afternoon Tea is very popular here.

3. Hythe Bay Seafood Restaurant: This is a restaurant that has many main courses with seafood dishes because of the proximity to the seafront. Very suitable for who is in love with the sea in customers at Dover.

4. Il Rustico: Family-run proper Italian cuisine served in a warm, friendly setting; it contains pride in pasta dishes, wood-fired pizzas, traditional Italian desserts, and other classic dishes which makes it a very fine eatery.

5. The White Horse: This gastropub is sited within the historic village of St Margarets-at-Cliffe, which is justCo outside Dover, and hence ideal for visitors requiring the rustic country dining experience in the seasonal menus of locally procured ingredients taken into its offerings.

6. La Scala: A friendly, Mediterranean bistro in the Centre of Dover town with an Italian/Greek influence, warmth in service, and unpretentious surroundings.

7. The Honey Pot: A great restaurant out in the countryside within nearby Ash village with modern British food, locally sourced, and picking up great acclaim for Sunday roasts and seasonal menu courses.

8. The Three Horseshoes: This is a typical English pub in the village of Staple, located near Dover. It offers as much variety with classic pub cuisine as with local ales. It's great for casual eating.

9. Kaspa's:rst and biggest chain of designer dessert parlor, located right in Dover town center, satisfying all sweet-tooth temptations from waffles and crepes to sundaes and milkshakes.

10. Burgate Coffee House: If you really want to have a leisurely time over a simple cup of coffee and perhaps with something light to snack on, then it has to be Burgate Coffee House. This restaurant, located within Dover City Centre itself, will serve all categories of sandwiches and salads, but certainly along with homemade cakes and other delicacies.

Be it seafood, international cuisine, or other local traditional British foods, these Dover restaurants ensure that you get what your heart desires at any time you visit this coastal town.

 

Things to do in Deptford

Best places to eat out in Dover

Dover has diversified options for any foodie, from British traditional to a wide span of international cuisine. To sum it up, here is a roundup of some of the best places to eat out in Dover:

1. Cullins Yard: This is a very popular restaurant for seafood and British classic dishes in a relaxed pub atmosphere right on the waterfront with fantastic views over the harbour, next to Dover Marina.

2. Allotment: This is a small warm, welcoming little cafe with homemade cakes, pastries, and light lunches in the town centre of Dover. Afternoon Tea is very popular here.

3. Hythe Bay Seafood Restaurant: This is a restaurant that has many main courses with seafood dishes because of the proximity to the seafront. Very suitable for who is in love with the sea in customers at Dover.

4. Il Rustico: Family-run proper Italian cuisine served in a warm, friendly setting; it contains pride in pasta dishes, wood-fired pizzas, traditional Italian desserts, and other classic dishes which makes it a very fine eatery.

5. The White Horse: This gastropub is sited within the historic village of St Margarets-at-Cliffe, which is justCo outside Dover, and hence ideal for visitors requiring the rustic country dining experience in the seasonal menus of locally procured ingredients taken into its offerings.

6. La Scala: A friendly, Mediterranean bistro in the Centre of Dover town with an Italian/Greek influence, warmth in service, and unpretentious surroundings.

7. The Honey Pot: A great restaurant out in the countryside within nearby Ash village with modern British food, locally sourced, and picking up great acclaim for Sunday roasts and seasonal menu courses.

8. The Three Horseshoes: This is a typical English pub in the village of Staple, located near Dover. It offers as much variety with classic pub cuisine as with local ales. It's great for casual eating.

9. Kaspa's:rst and biggest chain of designer dessert parlor, located right in Dover town center, satisfying all sweet-tooth temptations from waffles and crepes to sundaes and milkshakes.

10. Burgate Coffee House: If you really want to have a leisurely time over a simple cup of coffee and perhaps with something light to snack on, then it has to be Burgate Coffee House. This restaurant, located within Dover City Centre itself, will serve all categories of sandwiches and salads, but certainly along with homemade cakes and other delicacies.

Be it seafood, international cuisine, or other local traditional British foods, these Dover restaurants ensure that you get what your heart desires at any time you visit this coastal town.

 

Local culture and history in Deptford

Local History and Culture in Dover

Being soaked in history and rife with cultural significance, Dover occupies the forefront of England's narrative:

1. Historic Significance: Dover dates its origin from the Roman era when the settlement was called Portus Dubris. Being the closest point to continental Europe, and for that reason alone, it became a stronghold of military and trading importance for the nations of Europe through times past.

2. Dover Castle: Perhaps the most iconic landmark in Dover, just overlooking the town, this castle has sitten there for nearly a thousand years. It was one of the strongest defenses England ever had against invasion and later served as both a royal residence and a military stronghold.

3. Maritime Heritage: Being one of the principal port towns, it has a strong maritime heritage. The Dover Museum has on show artifacts and exhibitions that reveal much about this maritime history, including the role played during the Dunkirk evacuation in World War II.

4. White Cliffs of Dover: These chalk cliffs are synonymous with Dover and indeed the whole of Britain. Apart from their beauty, they have been a natural defense and navigation landmark for centuries.

5. Dover Western Heights—The Napoleonic period fortification complex that gives evidence to the military history of Dover. The complex of tunnels, gun emplacements, and barracks outlines evidence that gives strategic importance to the town.

6. Cultural Influence: The influence of the culture because of its proximity to mainland Europe is reflected in architecture, food, and traditions from the community

7. Literary Connections: A place of inspiration throughout the ages in some writers and artists, Charles Dickens and William Wordsworth mentioned the town in their works.

8. Local Traditions: There are numerous various festivals that have been celebrated to identify and preserve the history of the city; Dover is home to these. Among them is the famous Dover Regatta and also some annual events, which actually take place there, including an independent Film Festival in Dover.

9. Diverse Community: These individuals emanate from other backgrounds, hence highly contributing to the cultural tapestry and community spirit within the town.

10. Modern Developments: Touting its historical charm, Dover is fast developing itself through modern tourism initiatives, cultural projects, and community events that allow their heritage to shine.

Keeping everything in view, the local history and culture of Doverblend intrinsic tie-ups with its strategic location, nautical tradition, and timeless landmarks—these constitute what forms the huge appeal of this place for the visitor and the sustaining luce with which it binds its residents to their roots.