Van Gogh Painting Finished

The external painting of the window frames and balconies of Van Gogh Court has been completed weeks ahead of schedule.

Despite emails from a couple of residents claiming that it was madness to undertake the work during the winter months, Hilton Abbey, the contractor, proved the professional advice correct by completing the project ahead of time and to budget.

The scaffolding, paid for until the middle of March, will remain in place so that repairs to the roof leading and capping can be carried out.

Frans Hals Key Fob Pilot

Frans Hals Court residents have been provided with key fobs to replace the door keypad system. The fobs work in much the same way as clothing tags in shops.

Instead of remembering a number and entering it on the door keypad unit, you just wave the fob at the door. The new system is thought to be more secure because only those with a fob will be able to enter the building without being buzzed in by a resident. Security has been a concern for a number of years with unauthorised canvassers and photographers gaining entry to blocks.

The scheme is intended as a pilot and, if successful, may be extended to the other blocks. Each property will be entitled to an initial allocation of two fobs. Additional fobs will cost £10 each so it will be important that owners retrieve the fobs from their tenants when they leave. 

Yardy Events for 2006

The Yardy Events Crew have written to residents to report on the successful social events held in London Yard in 2005 and highlight the exciting events planned for 2006.  

Letter from the Yardy Events Crew pdf

Dates for your Diary:

Sunday 09 April Easter Treasure Hunt on the Estate

Saturday 24 June Historic Island Walk and BBQ

Saturday 16 September Thames River Cruise from Greenwich (a popular request!)

Saturday 04 November Halloween Beach Party

Event Photos

See photographs of the Christmas lunch and other organised London Yard 2005 events. You can even add your own photos.

Click on Yardy Events logo