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Two local brokers have launched a new mortgage advice business

LOCKLEAZE LOVE

Bristol City Council’s cabinet has been asked to consider a proposal to dispose of disused land in Lockleaze to enable Legal & General to deliver over 180 new modular homes.

Bonnington Walk in Lockleaze is a former allotment gardens and has been allocated for housing in Bristol’s local plan for over 20 years. It is one of 43 sites the council has made available for new housing since 2016. The council and its partner The Bristol Housing Festival is suggesting that the land is developed using modern methods of construction, as an innovative solution to help address the shortage of housing in north Bristol.

Modular homes that are built using modern methods of construction can be of higher quality and built to last, as a result of the factory environment in which the components are created and strict quality control. “We’re doing everything we can to accelerate the building of housing across the city, especially council housing,” said Councillor Paul Smith. “Working in partnership with Legal & General Modular Homes means homes will be manufactured offsite and completed onsite, allowing homes to be built in days instead of months. It is particularly important to be building homes that people can afford, and I am pleased that there’s a commitment for up to 51% of the homes to be affordable through a mixture of homes for council housing and shared ownership.”

The proposed development will see improvements made to adjoining areas, including a community orchard, as part of a long-term plan to invest in Lockleaze.

A NEW CHAPTER

A Bristol businessman with a fascination for historical properties has bought the listed Wellhead building at Finzels Reach, which he plans to transform into a bar and café.

Ian Johnson, who has already transformed the Clifton Observatory into a café with a rooftop terrace and plans to turn the Clifton Rocks Railway into a museum, has bought the building from Cubex.

Directly overlooking the floating harbour, the Wellhead building was originally used to draw up water from the docks for the brewing process for Georges Brewery, which was founded on the site in the 18th century. Also part of the sale is a covered terrace, which has the Brewmaster’s Office overhead. “We’re delighted to be working to launch The Wellhead, a new café and cocktail bar in Finzels Reach, which will complement the fantastic restoration of other historic brewery buildings on the site,” says Ian. “We’ve always had an interest in working with old buildings, and the forerunner of Georges Brewery on this site was founded in 1788, just 22 years after the Observatory was built.”

Work was undertaken last year by Cubex, the developers behind Finzels Reach, to sensitively renovate the Wellhead building, which required significant work, including replacing the roof and retaining the original brickwork and fabric of the listed building. “The Wellhead is very prominent at Finzels Reach, effectively acting as the ‘front door’ to the new neighbourhood,” said Gavin Bridge at Cubex. “We are particularly pleased to have sold it to Ian Johnson, who has such an interest in bringing some of Bristol’s most fascinating historic buildings back to life.”

HELPING TO BUY

A Bristol-based mortgage business has been launched by two entrepreneurial mortgage brokers with a passion for providing friendly, easy-to-understand mortgage advice.

With 20 years’ combined experience, Peter Lloyd and Adam Wells launched Lloyd Wells Mortgages to make the process of house buying, for first-time buyers, buy-to-let investors and remortgagers, hassle-free.

“There is a mortgage for everyone –even in the current climate,” says Adam, recently named a Top Rated Adviser in The Times’ 2020 guide. “There will always be a level of uncertainty about finance and mortgages, but it’s so important for us to put people at ease. We pride ourselves on delivering a relaxed service at what can often be a stressful milestone in life.

“We make a point of going to our client’s home or place of work for their full appointment. It’s common for most mortgage advisors to not leave the office or meet clients in person, but we’re passionate about going on that journey with our clients – after all it’s usually one of the biggest financial decisions they’ll ever make!”

Lloyd Wells Mortgages offers downto-earth, practical home-purchasing advice thanks to extensive experience in delivering a wealth of complicated mortgage applications. The expertise of the specialist team ensures all circumstances, however niche, are catered for with a range of viable financial options. “Bristol has always been a destination for attracting employment growth within the media, arts and creative sectors,” adds Peter. “Over the past few years, this has resulted in an increase in individuals working as freelancers, contractors or entrepreneurial start-ups. It’s a common misconception that mortgage applications are simply not possible with just one years’ worth of accounts, but we’re here to help debunk those mortgage myths and help more independent young professionals become property owners.”

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APSLEY ROAD, CLIFTON

This exquisite two bedroom first floor apartment is located in the heart of Clifton, less than quarter of a mile from the bars and restaurants of Whiteladies Road. With the added benefit of a single garage, this apartment the ideal choice for both retired, professional and family buyers. EPC C

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GUIDE £650,000

SALISBURY ROAD, REDLAND

For family buyers, the priority catchment area of Redland Green Secondary school will make this spacious four bedroom maisonette a must see property. The well planned living space has retained a wealth of character features all complementing the spacious modern interior, with the added advantage of off street parking and enclosed garden. EPC D

1 3 4

GUIDE £550,000

PASSAGE ROAD, WESTBURY-ON-TRYM

This fantastic three bedroom detached family home briefly comprises of an open plan L-shaped kitchen/diner, two reception rooms and separate garden room which overlooks and provides access to the 22m family garden. With the additional benefit of a self-contained one bedroom annex, this property provides a great potential. EPC D

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£595,000

WEST BROADWAY, HENLEAZE

Superbly presented throughout and significantly extended, this 1930’s semi-detached family home offers four good sized double bedrooms, two receptions; front with bay and rear with French doors leading to a 22m delightful garden and an L-shaped high gloss kitchen breakfast room. Private parking for two vehicles to front, double glazing and gas central heating. EPC D

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£769,950

CLIFTON BS8 GUIDE PRICE £1,250,000 This detached 1950’s family built house set within generous grounds enjoys an exceptional Clifton location. The interior requires some areas of modernising and is currently arranged with 3/4 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, bathroom, 2 cloakrooms, home office, kitchen/breakfast room and recently constructed studio annex. Attractive gardens and entrance drive.

WESTBURY-ON-TRYM BS6 SOLD £950,000 A handsome Edwardian 5 bedroom semi-detached family residence situated on the highly sought after Downs Park East. The house is well placed for Durdham Downs, Whiteladies Road and within walking distance of nearby North View and Henleaze Road with a local Waitrose store and Orpheus Cinema. An excellent choice of local independent and state schools such as Badminton, Redmaids’ High, Elmlea and Redland Green Secondary School.

REDLAND BS6 GUIDE PRICE £950,000 A charming and well-presented Grade II terraced listed family home, offers a generous and versatile interior, south west facing lawned garden and sun terrace. Superb location within close proximity of Durdham Downs and Whiteladies Road. No onward chain.

CLIFTON BS8 GUIDE PRICE £465,000 An impressive two double bedroom apartment on the ground floor of a stunning Grade II star listed period property, just a short walk from central Clifton Village and the wide variety of shops, cafes and restaurants on your door step.

Long Ashton, Bristol | Guide Price £850,000

A fabulous semi-detached family house on a highly sought-after road, with a delightful south facing deep rear garden, off-street parking and far reaching views.

Well—appointed family house of circa 2000 sq. ft | Superb open plan kitchen and family room with wood burning stove | Separate sitting room and five double bedrooms | Two family bath / shower rooms and a separate cloakroom | Utility room with rear access, and separate cloakroom | Detached garage (currently a home office space) | Superb south facing rear garden and extensive decked dining terrace | Excellent storage with potential to extend into the loft (STC) | Solar Panels with a useful income producing feed-in tariff | EPC: D

In all circa 1845 sq. ft (180.5 sq. m). Garage / studio office circa 216 sq. ft (20sq. m).

Woolmersdon, North Petherton Guide Price £1,350,000 A quintessential Grade II Listed Georgian house with elegant period features, Georgian house sat amongst rolling Somerset countryside with stunning views and set in approximately 7.36 acres of gardens and grounds. EPC: Exempt.

Princess Victoria Street, Clifton Guide Price £795,000 A stylish and sophisticated, 3 bedroom, split level apartment located in the heart of Clifton Village, beautifully renovated to the highest standard throughout, and packed with modern features and eco credentials, as well as a fabulous courtyard garden. EPC: B. Long Down Ave, Cheswick Asking Price £725,000 This modern, detached, 6 bedroom family house exudes style and is presented in immaculate condition throughout, offering an abundance of extras, as well as a double garage, gated driveway for 4 cars, large patio and lawned garden, located in the popular new development of Cheswick Village. EPC: B.

Welsh Back, Bristol City Centre Guide Price £595,000 Set in the heart of the Welsh Back in the centre of Bristol, this 3 bedroom vessel epitomizes city living at its best. Originally manufactured in Holland in 1923, Beachley is an 88 ft long Dutch barge that has undergone full out of water restoration and comes with a full residential mooring. EPC: Exempt.

Meridian Vale, Clifton Asking price £695,000 A delightful Grade II listed Georgian townhouse set over 3 floors with a pretty rear patio garden, located on this quiet Clifton terrace in a private cul-de-sac. EPC: Exempt.

Waterloo Street, Clifton Guide Price £399,950 A beautifully presented 2 bedroom, top floor apartment with vaulted ceilings, a fantastic roof terrace and located in the heart of Clifton Village. EPC: E.