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Palmers Green LIFE

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Evans and Davies in its heyday

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welcomeOn behalf of Anthony Webb Estate Agents, I would like to extend toyou a very warm welcome to the May edition of our magazine, PalmersGreen LIFE.

You will see that this month Palmers Green LIFE has grown. Iwould like to welcome Sue Beard, Ellie Sales and Fariz Uvaisonto our editorial team. Sue writes a Palmers Greencommunity website called Palmers Green Jewel in the Northand Ellie is the Chair of the PTA at Hazlewood School. Farizis a partner in the law firm Harper & Odell Solicitors.

The month ahead will be busy in Palmers Green forcommunity events. Hazelwood School will be holdingtheir Animal Fair on 9th June, there is the Open Studios &Art Trail in Southgate and Palmers Green on 8th & 9th Juneand the following week on 15th June the Green LanesBusiness Association will be holding the annual ShoppingFestival in Hazelwood Lane. All these events are supportedby Anthony Webb. For any further details feel free tocontact us.

Our readership is also growing as Palmers Green LIFE is nowbeing delivered to homes and businesses in Crouch End andMuswell Hill, as it seems that many people buying inPalmers Green are coming from these areas.

April has been another amazing month for the Sales andLettings departments at Anthony Webb. Go to our centrepage showcase to see some of our successes. Due to thissuccess we now have an addition to the team at AnthonyWebb, Susan Babaie. Should you be looking to buy, sell, letout or rent in Palmers Green or the surrounding area pleasedo not hesitate to contact Susan or anyone else from ourexperienced team.

This month, Past Times remembers the days when PalmersGreen had its own department store, Evans and Davies. Iam so glad that the building still survives on Green Laneseven though the store is a distant memory.

TonyTony OurrisDirector

Anthony Webb Estate Agents

Contents

Welcome ...................................2

Past Times in Palmers Green......3

Kenmare Gardens For Sale.......4

Park Avenue For Sale ...............4

Harlech Road For Sale .............5

Ulster Gardens For Sale ...........6

Palmers Green Jewel in theNorth ........................................7

AnthonyWebb Showcase ...8 & 9

Palmers Green ShoppingFestival....................................10

Hazelwood School Animal Fairand News................................11

Open Studios & Art Trail ..........12

Corrib Court To Let ..................13

Green Lanes To Let.................14

Empire Avenue To Let.............14

Ask a Local Lawyer .................15

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Nick FitzsimonsSales & Lettings [email protected]

Susan BabaieSales & Lettings [email protected]

Anthony Webb John ConstantineSales & Lettings [email protected]

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In 1920, Mr D.C. Exton Evans and Mr W Cook Davies,opened up a department store in Palmers Green whichwas called Evans and Davies.

Evans and Davies originally traded in a smaller shop a few doors away whichopened in 1911 and due to its success they decided to build a brand new buildingfor their store. The building, at 305-311Green Lanes, stood out with its grand1920’s splendour including a large central arched window over the top two floorsand its impressive façade which would immediately greet you as you came downGreen Lanes.

The store had 27 departments over three floors which you could use thepassenger lift to go between.The twoWelsh friends already had two other shopsin Leyton which they had opened in 1907 and with their latest expansion inPalmers Green they decided to open a department store that was in the style ofthose already established in the West End. Their concept worked and was aroaring success which set a standard that many other enterprises in the areaaspired to and benefited from.

The shops founders died in 1934 (Mr Davies) and 1938 (Mr Evans) but thedepartment store continued to trade as a thriving business under the same namefor many more years, even during the difficult years ofWorldWar II and the postwar period.

The shop was famed for having an overhead wire system to settle the bills forpurchasers. The sales assistant would place the account and the cash into a cupthat was attached to the overhead wire system. The assistant would then pull ahandle which would send the cup into the cashier’s office. The cup, containingthe change and the receipt, would then be returned by the cashier’s office tothe assistant in a similar way.

In 1956 during renovations to the store, the overhead wire system was removedand the shop fronts were changed.

As years went by, trade started to dwindle for the store as people’s shoppinghabits changed mainly due to the increase in popularity of indoor shoppingcentres with parking.The store struggled to survive. The Co-Operative took overthe store but this did not help matters and Evans and Davies finally closed downin 1980. During the early and mid-1980’s the building started to deteriorate dueto very little maintenance being done. The store was used by various marketstalls but not to a great success. In 1987 the building was renovated and theground floor was split into two stores occupied by Cullens supermarketand Multiyork Furniture.Cullens did not survivelong and tenants in theshop have since includedMoben Kitchens andcurrently Starbucks. Theupper floors are currentlyoccupied as counciloffices. The building hasalso been renamed asTriangle House.

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Modernisation required. An extended five bedroom 1930s built terracehouse located in this quiet residential turning within easy reach ofPalmers Green's shops, restaurants and mainline station. The property,

which is offered on a chain free basis, benefits from a living room, a sitting room,an extended kitchen/diner, a ground floor cloakroom, three bedrooms on the firstfloor with two further bedrooms on the second floor, many original features, gascentral heating, double glazing, off street parking (STPP) and rear garden. Theproperty also benefits from excellent road links into London via the A406 and A10.

Kenmare GardensPalmers Green, N13

5 bedrooms, 2 reception roomskitchen/diner, bathroom, garden

£384,950 Freehold

Awell presented two bedroom Edwardian ground floor garden maisonettelocated in this most popular residential turning under ten minutes walk toPalmers Green's shops, restaurants and mainline station (Moorgate). The

property benefits from a living room with doors to own garden, a kitchen/diner, autility area, a modern bathroom, two good size bedrooms, original featuresincluding a tessellated tiled hallway, own front door, off street parking and 73ftrear garden. The property backs onto the New River and Hazelwood recreationalground.

Park AvenuePalmers Green, N13

2 bedrooms, reception roomkitchen/diner, bathroom, garden

£299,950 Leasehold

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Abeautifully presented four bedroom Edwardian character house situated

in this most popular Lakes Estate conservation area turning located within

easy reach of Southgate's shops, restaurants and underground station.

The property retains a wealth of character features including original stained glass

leaded windows, fireplaces, cornices, covings and roses to high ceilings. Benefits

include a living room with original French doors opening to the conservatory, a

sitting/dining room, a spacious kitchen, a ground floor shower room and approx

70ft rear garden. An internal viewing is essential to fully appreciate this lovely

family home.


Harlech RoadSouthgate, N14

4 bedrooms, 3 reception roomskitchen/diner, bathroom, garden

£659,950 Freehold

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Awell-presented 1930s built four bedroom end of terrace corner house with

rear extension and annex to the side. The property is located in this quiet

residential turning within easy reach of Palmers Greens shops, restaurants

and mainline station. Benefits include an open plan through lounge, a spacious

sitting room, a kitchen, a ground floor double bedroom and a shower room in a

self-contained annex to the side of the house, double glazing, gas central heating,

off street parking for several cars, a double garage and a rear garden. The property

still offers further potential to extend subject to usual consents.


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Ulster GardensPalmers Green, N13

4 bedrooms, 2 reception roomskitchen, bathroom, shower room, garden

£459,995 Freehold

Palmers Green Jewel in the North

The thatched house that went for a BurtonIt may seem hard to imagine it now, but once upon a time PalmersGreen was famed for a quaint rural attraction. Until 1938, the siteof Palmers Green’s excellent hardware storeWestlakes was occupiedby “Ye Old Thatched Cottage”, a local landmark.

Alan Dumayne in his book Once Upon a Time in Palmers Green saysthat in years gone by the mere mention of the Cottage would bringa faraway look of sweet remembrance into old Palmers Greeners’eyes. The cottage had been built in the late 18th Century by theGovernor of the Bank of England Thomas Lewis as a lodge to the big

house, The Lodge, which once stood on the east side of Green Lanes. (Anthony Webb’s office isjust opposite the northern edge of The Lodge’s grounds).

The Cottage lost its rustic gardens to the widening of Green Lanes in 1906 and had begun to looka little sorry for itself by 1911 when it was rescued by one PercyWhellock, who had it as a gardenshop and nursery (there were two acres of ground behind). The cottage was a well-knownattraction,with colourful and abundant bedding plants in front setting off its attractive rural thatch.It was demolished to make way for a branch of Burton’s gentleman’s tailors in 1938.

Well established and possibly at their zenith when they came to Palmers Green just before theSecondWorldWar, Burtons were founded in Chesterfield in 1903 by 18 year old Montague Burton(then known as Meshe David Oskinsky). Burton’s aimed to be an ethical employer by thestandards of the time, giving generously to support the arts and even playing a role in thefounding of the United Nations. One of Montague Burton’s mottos was ‘Good clothes develop aman’s self-respect’ and a full, smart but affordable three piece suit became known colloquiallyas the Full Monty.

It was a Burton’s tradition that the foundationstone for each new store should be laid by amember of the family, and Palmers Green’sstone can still be seen. If you ask nicely,Westlakes staff will proudly show you a pictureof the Thatched House and remains of theoriginal fittings from the 1930s store,including a fine parquet floor. They will alsocut your keys, supply you with a new phone,and give you DIY advice and the tools totransform your home, and do it all with afriendly smile. You don’t get that atHomebase.

For more about Palmers Green’s people andhistory, visitwww.palmersgreenn13.com

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New River Crescent, Palmers Green, N135 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, kitchen, 2 bathrooms, garden

£534,950 Freehold

Hoppers Road, Winchmore Hill, N214 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, bathroom, shower room, garden

£514,950 Freehold

Arnold Gardens, Palmers Green, N13bedroom, reception room, kitchen, bathroom, garden

£1,000 per month

Riverway, Palm3 bedrooms, reception room

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Meadowcroft Road, Palmers Green, N133 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, bathroom, garden

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Hamilton Crescent, Palmers Green, N134 bedrooms, reception room, kitchen/diner, 2 bathrooms, garden

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Osborne Road, Palmers Green, N132 bedrooms, reception room, kitchen, bathroom, garden

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The Green Lanes Business Association (GLBA) has been established for over 20 years now and for the majority of those years we have been actively supported by one of our local committee members -Tony Ourris - owner of the well known Anthony Webb Estate Agents.

Tony and his team have always been involved with the events that the GLBA organises for the Palmers Green area, and has sponsored events such as the Annual Shopping Festival, Treasure Hunt and the Easter Egg Hunton numerous occasions. Anthony Webb Estate Agents has always got into the spirit of these events, you will always see plenty of the Anthony Webb balloons tied up and down the high street on such days, always adding a dash of colour and atmosphere to our events.

We are grateful for the continued support of Anthony Webb Estate Agents and look forward to many more years of working together on community events!

This years’ Annual Shopping Festival and Treasure Hunt will take place on Saturday 15th June 2013. We have organised a lot of entertainment and have an exciting and family - friendly day of events for everyone of any age to join us and enjoy. Step out onto your local High Street and make the most of what will be a great day of fun! Here’s hoping to a nice sunny day!

Look Out For The Forth Coming Events During 2013 Costas GeorgiouChairman Green Lanes Business Associationand The Committee

MAKE IT YOUR FIRSTCHOICE TO SHOP ANDEAT LOCALLY BEFOREYOU CHOOSE TO DRIVE

AWAY TO THE BIG SHOPPING CENTRES

THE BUSINESS OWNERSWOULD LIKE TO THANK

ALL THE PALMERS GREENRESIDENTS AND OTHERS

FOR THEIRCONTINUED SUPPORT

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HPSA have been very busy overthe last few months leading up to theend of this academic year. On the28th April we hosted our first car bootsale in over 10 years. Thank you toeveryone that attended our event.The weather and atmosphere wasgreat and everyone had a fabulousday. With Anthony Webb’ssponsorship we raised over £2,000 forour school and hope to hold anothercar boot sale in the near future. Wewould love to see even more peopleattend next time and really build theevent for both the school and thewider community.

This term the children have beentaking part in our very own talentcontest “Hazelwood's Got Talent' andHPSA will host the final at the end ofMay. Everyone is very excited andwhen our finalists take to the stage,Tony from Anthony Webb will be aguest judge on the judging panel.

The largest fund raising event of thecalendar year is our “Animal Fair” thatwill take place on Sunday 9th Junefrom 12-4pm. There will be lots ofattractions for the family to enjoyincluding a petting zoo, bouncycastles, games and craft stalls, foodand drink. This event is an affordablefamily day out open to ourcommunity. Please join us to makethis our best fete ever.

Ellie Sales, PTA Chair - HPSAHazelwood School, Hazelwood LaneN13 5HE

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Dan Maier is one of those people who thought,“wouldn’t it be great if…” and before she knew it, she was running a major event! Many areas in London hold open studios events but until 2012 nothing existed here. In 2011, Dan, a local designer with a national reputation, decided to find out if there were any other creative professionals living locally that she could connect with. She put the word out and a host of amazingly talented people emerged. The enthusiasm to meet like-minded folk was so great that they decided to meet more regularly and a network, Creative Exchange, was formed. Open Studios & Art Trail grew from this. “The quality and variety of the work astounded visitors last year who had no idea of the talent on our doorstep; so we’re back in June determined to put our area on the map as a creative destination. It’s an opportunity to buy unique pieces direct from makers and see where they’re made. Where our Open Studios differs to others is our collaboration with retailers…” says Dan…“artists and designers open their studios off the beaten track, but visitors can also meet them in cafés and shops. We’re giving shops free window displays and brightening up the high street.” Having designed window displays for the likes of Wallis, Heals and Peter Jones, Dan knows the value of visual merchandising to business and is keen to improve the vibrancy of our high streets. She hopes the Art Trail will inspire retailers to do more with their displays to attract local shoppers.

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Astunning converted two bedroom duplex apartment occupying the first

and second floors of this Grade II listed former school building. The

property, which has been renovated to a high standard, benefits from a

spacious living area with a 14ft high ceiling and original wood block parquet floor,

a contemporary kitchen area with integrated appliances and granite work surfaces

and a modern bathroom with massage shower cubicle. The living area and master

bedroom are pre-wired for surround sound, HDMI, cable and remote lighting. The

apartment is ideally situated for both Palmers Green’s and Southgate’s shops,

restaurants and transport facilities. The property is offered part furnished and is

available from the 1st July 2013.


Corrib CourtPalmers Green, N13

2 bedrooms, reception roomkitchen/diner, bathroom

£1,300 per month

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Awell-presented two double bedroom first floor converted flat situated inthe centre of Palmers Green very close to shops, bus routes and mainlinerailway station, giving access to Finsbury Park and Moorgate. The flat, that

has recently been re-decorated, benefits from two large double bedrooms, anopen-plan kitchen/living room with appliances, double glazed windows and gascentral heating. The property is fully furnished and available immediately.

Green LanesPalmers Green, N13

2 bedroomsopen-plan kitchen/reception room

bathroom

£1,000 per month

Awell-presented three bedroom end of terrace house which benefits fromtwo double bedrooms and one single bedroom, an open-plan throughlounge, an extended kitchen/diner with appliances, gas central heating and

bathroom/shower. The property is offered fully furnished, has a rear garden witha brick built barbecue area and has off street parking for two cars. Availableimmediately.

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3 bedrooms, reception roomkitchen/diner, bathroom, garden

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Ask a Local LawyerFariz Uvais is a partner in the law firm Harper & Odell and has a consulting office inPalmers Green. Write in and ask your legal questions. Fariz will try and answer yourquestions in Palmers Green LIFE each month.Send your questions to Harper & Odell, 348 Green Lanes, N13 5TJ or by email [email protected].

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I own a leasehold flat and I have heard that I may beentitled to extend the lease, is this actually possible?Lease extensions protect and add value to a leasehold property.Having a longer lease will make it easier for a purchaser to obtain amortgage, and therefore your flat will be more attractive incomparison to others with shorter leases.

The law grants long leaseholders the right to extend their lease by 90years e.g. if there are presently 76 years remaining, you can obtainan extension to 166 years (76+90). This applies whether or not thelandlord agrees.

A further advantage to extending a lease under the 90 year route isthat the ground rent is reduced to zero. This comes into effectimmediately, not after the expiry of the original term.

Where possible one should extend a lease before the number of yearsremaining reduces to below 80. Under the rules applicable tovaluation of the landlord’s interest, it gets significantly moreexpensive to extend a lease when the unexpired term falls below 80years.

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The primary legal requirements for the right to extend are:(i) the leaseholder must have owned the flat for a minimum periodof 2 years; and

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