Urban Explorers – Boundary Responsibilities

Dear Resident With Urban Explorers still seeking to gain access to the estate (to view redundant buildings), we reiterate our request to all owners of such properties, and in the surrounding area (which may provide access routes), to make sure that all boundary fencing is properly secure. Whilst some may feel it is for the […]

Emergency Tree Works – Thurs 10th August 2023 – Road Closure Time Change

Dear Resident We apologise for the inconvenience but due to operational changes from the contractor carrying out the works, the Camp End Road entrance will now need to be closed from 0800. The reopening times will stay the same. Camp End Road Entrance – 8:00am to 12:30pm Thank you for you co-operation.

Emergency Tree Works – Thursday 10th August 2023

Dear Resident, Unfortunately, we have discovered two very large Scots Pines that have died and are in need of removal. The trees are located at the Camp End Road entrance and Golf Club Road (opposite the Golf Club). In order to remove these trees safely we will be required to close off each area whilst […]

Trespassers: “Urban Explorers”

Dear Resident Further to our web post of 27 August, two “Urban Explorers” (whose ‘hobby’ is to explore empty and redundant buildings) entered the estate yesterday afternoon. They were picked up by a boundary property’s CCTV and then apprehended by our security (with the support of a resident’s private security), before being handed over to […]

Trespassers: “urban explorers”

Dear Residents, It has recently been brought to our attention that individuals from a group called “urban explorers” gained access to two empty properties on the estate some weeks ago. These individuals like to explore redundant or empty buildings and then post their trespass on You Tube. Following on from this, we have two further […]

Tree Works – Warreners Lane

Dear Resident We would like to inform you that from Tuesday 18th July we will be carrying out remedial tree works on a number of Oaks in Warreners Lane; the works are set to last 3 days. Whilst the contractors are carrying out these works, they will also be on the lookout for the Oak […]

Security – Old Avenue

Dear Resident, I understand there has been some speculation that as part of security review the security guard at Old Avenue will be removed.  This is not the case and there are no plans to remove the security officers from either Brooklands or Old Avenue entrances. Following on from the security survey, the Board are […]

Lost Budgerigar

Dear Resident, We have been contacted by one of our residents who have recently discovered a budgerigar in their property, which may be a pet that has lost its way home. We kindly request your immediate attention as the resident will be going away soon. If this lovely bird belongs to you or you know where it may reside, please […]

SGHRA Security Survey – Reminder

Dear Resident, A gentle reminder to those owners who have not yet completed our Security Questionnaire. As we mentioned at the AGM and in the Spring Newsletter, we are seeking the owners’ views on how security on the estate is carried out – both in terms of the current provision and how it should be […]

Foxes

Dear Resident We have recently received several reports from residents who have highlighted concerns regarding foxes and their behaviour on the estate. As we have now started to get some lovely summer weather, and the BBQs are out, foxes will be attracted to the smells as they have a strong sense of smell. To deter foxes, there are […]