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Stovax & Gazco are heading to Skypark

SKY’S THE LIMIT

The Stovax Heating Group, trading as Stovax & Gazco, is consolidating its operations into one large site with work about to start on the build of a new facility at Skypark – the new Business Park next to Exeter International Airport that is currently being built.

The company, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year and has a 300-strong base of local employees, produce premium stoves, fires and fireplaces across solid fuel, gas and electric fuel types.

The proposed purpose built 196,037 sq ft manufacturing unit facility is being designed to be in the top 10 per cent of UK non-domestic buildings in terms of sustainability performance.

“The move allows us to keep our operation in the heart of Exeter and to preserve employment for our long-standing, talented team of staff, whose hard work, expertise and innovative thinking are at the very core of the Stovax & Gazco brand ethos,” says managing director Alistair Compton.

“This is a multi-million pound deal, and a historic event for the Stovax Heating Group,” Alistair concludes. For more: www.stovax.com

DIY SOS

Students attending WESC Foundation’s specialist College in Countess Wear, Exeter, will have a bright new space to live in, thanks to a complete refurbishment.

The ‘Bungalow Project’ will see local developers Burrington convert one of the charity’s old classrooms into a modern, twobedroom home for students. It will be a fully accessible single floor space ideal for students who might otherwise not be able to attend WESC Foundation College due to their level of vision impairment and complex needs.

“We’re delighted to be able to help WESC by using our skills and local contractors to carry out this transformation quickly,” says Mark Edworthy, group managing director at Burrington Estates.

“Although we have a little more time than the DIY SOS team usually have to complete the work, everyone here is raring to go. We can’t wait to watch the refurbishment unfold over the coming weeks to create a fantastic residential space for the students at WESC.” For more: www.burringtonestates.com

It’s a team effort for the project

SPOTTED!

The Grade II listed former Maritime Inn in Brixham has recently re-opened following extensive refurbishment transforming the property into five, brand new luxury suites with stunning harbour views.

The renovation of The Maritime Suites has taken two years and remains in keeping with the town’s fishing heritage: rooms are named after the trawlers that worked out of Brixham in the 17th and 18th Centuries; Provident, Leader, Golden Vanity, Vigilance and Pilgrim.

“The boutique, hotel style rooms are slightly different from our self-catered properties, but with the best position in Brixham, stunning views and interiors, the opportunity was too good to miss,” says James Lund, co-founder of Luxury Coastal.

“The building is part of local folklore and I am glad it has been brought back to life allowing guests to enjoy our town as much as I do.” The suites are now for available for holiday rental through South West specialists Luxury Coastal; www.luxurycoastal.co.uk

The launch of the ramp: the rainy day did not dampen spirits Time to celebrate the local property sector

GET NOMINATING!

Heads up to all those who work in the property sector in Exeter – the nominations for the first every Exeter Property Awards are open

From residential to commercial, from lettings to new builds, from civic buildings to bold re-imaginings, the Awards will celebrate every aspect of the thriving property sector in the region – and we want to hear from you!

The Exeter Property Awards take place on 19 November at Sandy Park and there are 20 different categories and you can enter for as many as you like.

The categories are: Winner of Winners, Architect, Civic Development, Commercial Agent, Commercial Development, Consultancy, Commercial Interior Designer, Contractor, Developer, Employer, Financial, Funder, Green Initiative, Legal, Residential Agent. Residential Development, One to Watch, Residential Interior Designer, Suppliers and Services, Transformation.

Head to the awards website where you can find all the information on how to nominate your business, including our top tips.

We thank our sponsors so far on board for 2021, led from the front by our headline sponsor Close Brothers Property Finance plus category sponsors Avalon Planning & Heritage, Halsall Construction, International Tiles & Bathrooms, Original Style, Vickery Holman, Willmott Dixon, Exeter Living and feature sponsors Redrow Homes, Triangle Networks and YBS Commercial Mortgages. To discuss how Sponsorship might benefit your business, please talk to harriette.dixon@mediaclash.co.uk or paula.miller@mediaclash.co.uk; www.exeterpropertyawards.com

RAMPING UP

A new ramp has been unveiled at Sideshore in Exmouth, providing step-free access from the walkway to the beach.

“Currently there are various stairways from the walkway onto the beach, but the new ramp will enable visitors to access the beach step-free, including those carrying sports equipment or those with limited ability,” says Simon Findel-Hawkins, Sideshore manager.

“We look forward to welcoming more visitors over the summer and hope the new ramp will be beneficial for those who may struggle with the steps.” For more: www.sideshore.co.uk

Luxury living

RIVERSIDE MEADOW The Topsham-based development offers beautiful homes in a safe and friendly environment

Looking for luxury living in Topsham exclusively for the over 50’s? Riverside Meadow, nestled on the banks of the River Exe in the picturesque and highly desirable town of Topsham is an exciting development of 20 luxury detached, bungalow-style park homes. There are four styles of brand-new homes to choose from, all of which come fully furnished in a choice of colour schemes. Each home offers a beautiful light and airy style with contemporary kitchens, bathrooms, two level parking spaces and spacious ‘blank canvas’ gardens to make your very own. We pride ourselves on providing residents with a safe, secure environment with a neighbourly community feel. Are all the homes the same? No. Each home is designed to be bespoke, just for you. Once you have chosen your desired plot on the development, you will then be expertly guided through the process of selecting which style of home will best suit your needs. From there you will be able to decide on your perfect layout and choose your colour scheme, fixtures, and fittings.

Why should I consider a park home? Park home living offers you the chance to downsize to a home with fresh new interiors, modern appliances and a practical, single storey, fully accessible layout. Park owner Penny Hardick is clear on the benefits of this lifestyle, “These superbly built, well insulated and ultra-modern homes are akin to brand new bungalows but for a lower price. They offer fantastic value for money, are cheaper to run than a house and offer all the mod cons”.

Quality and style Whether you are looking for cosy comfort or prefer a sleeker and more contemporary look and feel, the bungalow-style homes here at Riverside Meadow tick every box. Built to the highest British Standard 3632, our luxury homes are all protected by a “Platinum Seal” 10-year structural warranty for total peace of mind. The Riverside Meadow homes are built by one of the UK’s leading park home manufacturers, who have an enviable reputation for the design, build and quality of their residential park homes.

What is the lifespan of a bungalow-style park home? It’s often assumed that a park home will have a shorter life-span than a regular bricks and mortar house, but this is not the case. A wellbuilt park home that is properly maintained can be expected to last 70 to 80 years, or longer with the right care. This is not far off the figure expected for a site-built property, and as another benefit, park homes require much less work than a regular house to maintain, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the next chapter of your life! ■

To arrange your appointment to view or for an informal chat about the development, please call Penny on 01392 874 771 or 07785 246 087 or email info@riversidemeadow.co.uk. For more details, please visit our website www.riversidemeadow.co.uk