FREE
Spring 2020
Tales from Wales
Westover Park residents share their experience
Creative Spring Cleaning Tips New Park Developments Little Helper Vouchers inside
Hello
SPRING Easter Giveaway Details Inside!
• Craft Ideas • Direct Debit Winners
• Wyldecrest in Bloom 2020 and much, much more!
Message from the Chairman
I hope this Easter holiday fills your home with peace, joy and plenty of colourful Easter eggs. Easter comes every year to teach us that seasons change as do our circumstances, but we must never ever give up & always be ready to welcome life with open arms. The body achieves what the mind believes. I truly believe in this quote & try to implement in my everyday life. Many people who know me also know that I work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Many people have asked me how I achieve that. I say it’s easy - I just don’t give up & I make sure that I stay positive and restart & refocus constantly as I go about life. I have always made sure that I don’t build a comfort zone around me as it is something which is easily done. But I also have realised that growth is only possible when you are willing to test yourself. Go-out, meet people and connect with those in your community. Also make sure that you focus on happiness, remind yourself of a recent day well-spent or job well-done. It is with my pleasure that I announce the winner of the Wyldecrest Charity scooter giveaway . The winner is Jacqueline from Quarry Rock Park! The Wyldecrest Charitable Trust team will be getting in touch to make the delivery arrangements shortly. Thank you for all residents for taking part in the contest. We are starting a new fundraising initiative to raise money for supplies to beat the isolation and disruption caused in the community due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Please find more details on the Wyldecrest Parks Charitable trust website & Facebook page.
Alfie Best, Founder and CEO, Wyldecrest Parks 2
Spring Edition 2020 Published by Wyldecrest Parks Wyldecrest House 857 London Road West Thurrock Essex RM20 3AT
“CHANGE is the only constant thing in the world”.
Chairman Alfie Best Managing Director Waseem Hanif Estates Director David Sunderland Editorial Enquiries & Advertisement magazine@wyldecrestparks.com Telephone 0844 567 7300 0844 892 7389 Sales 0330 133 7300 Email enquiry@wyldecrestparks.com
This SPRING: Revitalise & Renew Easter & easter eggs symbolise the renewal of life. Easter comes during spring and is a festival and holiday celebrated by millions of people around the world. Along with the Easter bunny, the most familiar symbol is the Easter egg which many Ancient cultures have viewed as a symbol of life & believed the world begun with an enormous egg. Whether it is observed as a religious holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, or a time for families in the northern hemisphere to enjoy the coming of Spring and celebrate with egg decorating and Easter bunnies, the celebration of Easter still retains the same spirit of rebirth and renewal, as it has for thousands of years. Easter tells us that life is all about second chances. But it means you need to open your mind up to a new way of thinking. The quicker we let go of old habits – the sooner we will discover & start enjoying new ones. The sooner we stop living our fears, the sooner we might start living our dreams.
FREE
Spring 2020
Tales from Wales
Westover Park residents share their experience
Creative Spring Cleaning Tips New Park Developments Little Helper Vouchers inside
Hello
SPRING Easter Giveaway Details Inside!
• Craft Ideas • Direct Debit Winners
• Wyldecrest in Bloom 2020 and much, much more!
We would like to gift 10 special Easter eggs to our residents. All you have to do is post on our Facebook page (@Wyldecrest parks) about how you have embraced change & renewed your life or living situation & we will send out these lovely jumbo eggs to the best entries. Best wishes, Wyldecrest Marketing team
Follow us on www.wyldecrestparks.co.uk www.wyldecrestholidayparks.co.uk
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Where to See Us This Season The World of Park & Leisure Homes South of England Show 2020 South of England Showground Ardingly West Sussex RH17 6TL 21st August 2020 - 23rd August 2020 Whether you’re searching for the latest Park homes, the best Parks, or looking for advice regarding financing, part–exchange or already enjoying the lifestyle and want to upgrade or refurbish – we will be there to help & advise you. With more than 75 parks spread across the UK – we have an unrivalled choice of residential parks for you. We will be displaying a beautiful Willerby Hazlewood and an Omar Newmarket park home. Why not come down and have a chat with our experienced team. We hope to see you there (at stand X26)!
Willerby Hazlewood Omar Newmarket
For more information regarding this show, call us on 0330 133 7300 Or visit The World of Park & Leisure Homes directly at www.parkhomeandleisure.co.uk
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SAPEY GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB Where everyone’s welcome!
Open Competitions 2020
18th April 2020 - Alfie Best Spring AM-AM 20th April 2020 - Senior Ladies Open 9th May 2020 - Mixed Greensomes 21st May 2020 - Ladies Open AM-AM 27th May 2020 - Seniors Spring AM-AM 13th June 2020 - Gents Invitational 24th June 2020 - Seniors Open 11th July 2020 - U.S. Open 6th August 2020 - Ladies Invitational Day 2nd September 2020 - Seniors Autumn AM-AM
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To apply, visit www.sapeygolfandcountryclub.co.uk/open-competitions or email golf@sapeygolfandcountryclub.co.uk
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Wyldecrest In Bloom Gardening Competition 2020
Our most loved competition is back! Yes, that’s blooming right! A brand new season means blossoming gardens, so get your tools in one hand and your camera in the other because we’re ready to select this year’s most gorgeous garden amongst all our Residential Parks, as well as the most marvellous suggestion of container gardening at our Holiday Parks.
Sheila Sells 2019
Bernard Highgate 2018 The competition is open until 8th of September 2020! So ensure you send your photos along with your name & park address to us here: Marketing 857 London Road West Thurrock Grays RM20 3AT Or email your content to us at magazine@wyldecrestparks.com Resident submission from 2017 6
SAPEY GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB What’s On 2020 Guide
At Sapey Golf and Country Club we know the recipe for the best evenings out: combine a premier tribute act & music to sing along to, with real homemade food and a well stocked bar of premium drinks. Come and join us!
FREDDIE MERCURY
Friday 3rd April, Doors 7pm
NEW YEAR’S EVE
ROD STUART
Johnny Will has all Freddie’s trademark moves, vocals and showmanship and is performing the hit songs. This is a full impact show that won’t fail to impress! Tickets include supper with three menu options and mini dessert platters.
Thursday 31st Dec, Doors 8pm Put on your dancing shoes for our disco to welcome in 2021! Prosecco and canapés on arrival followed by a two course buffet supper. £25 per head, Members £20 per head
£20 per head, Members £16 per head
LIKE A ROLLING STONE
Saturday 12th Dec, Doors 7pm Our Christmas Party night with tribute artist Rod Stuart performing all the hits! Rod always has an exciting ability to engage crows with his talent and star-studded stage presence. Tickets include a two course dinner. £25 per head, Members £20 per head
Friday 4th Sept, Doors 7pm Flawlessly and uncannily reproducing the remarkable intense stage persona of Mick Jagger, the show is a raucous, rip-roaring rockfest! Tickets include supper with three menu options and mini dessert platters. £20 per head, Members £16 per head
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Spring Cleaning Spirit! It’s time to breathe some fresh air into your home. After spending the last few (Winter) months cooped up indoors, spring cleaning is an apt way to signify your own personal rejuvenation, like a caterpillar becoming a butterfly. Let’s clear up all the dust and clutter and spread our wings ready for the peaks of the year - and of course, the coming Summer. One of the most important aspects of a good spring clean, is getting to all the places you’d normally overlook during a regular, day-to-day clean. This means we’re getting to clean behind the sofas, the tops of fridges and it includes mattresses and upholstery. If you can, turn your bedding over to really get in between the crevices with a vacuum cleaner. Be wary of dust if tackling particularly caked areas. Dust can induce a spell of sneezing, so it’s always a good idea to keep some tissues with you. It’s helpful to plan your clean before you begin. Start by making a list of each room, and then note each aspect you’d like to clean. Then when you actually begin cleaning, you can check the items off your list. Completing objectives (no matter how small) can be very beneficial when trying to achieve a larger goal, as the feeling of accomplishment is a great motivator. The best part about the clean is you may uncover useful items or possessions long-forgotten. Why not get creative as you clean and find these treasures a new purpose? Check out the tips overleaf for some homespun cleaning solutions. Remember, your experience may vary! If you’re willing to share any personal techniques or wise ideas for simple and efficient home cleaning, of course you can share them with us.
Public Health Notice With the recent appearance of the coronavirus (COVID-19), ensuring you have clean hands is a good safeguard against spreading or catching the virus. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly & often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. NHS UK recommends the following: • Wash your hands when arriving home or into work • Cover your mouth & nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing • Bin the tissue, and wash your hands afterwards • Use hand sanitizer if there’s no soap and water If you believe you may be showing signs of coronavirus, do not panic, dial 1 1 1 and talk to the services there - do not go to a GP or hospital. 8
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10 Tips for a Tidy Home
Clean your doors and walls without damaging the paint Try diluting a cup of fabric conditioner in a bowl of warm water. Dip a soft scourer in the solution, and wipe doors or walls in circular motion. If necessary, dry with a microfibre cloth. The paint should remain intact and will have a nice fragrance too!
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Shaving foam on stubborn water stains
Shaving cream works wonders for removing water stains from shower glass. Apply the foam on the surface and leave to set for 15 minutes. Rinse off and buff with a dry cloth and admire your glossy glass!
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Shine your steel with olive oil
Olive oil has many nutritional benefits, but a lesser known benefit is how well it polishes! Put a little olive oil on a soft cloth and shine your utensils in a circular motion. This can be used on stainless steel cutlery, pots & pans or even appliances. Who knew?!
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Baking soda bathtub cleaner
Mix some hot water with one cup of vinegar and 1/2 cup of baking soda, then pour it into your empty bath, and leave it to set for 5 minutes. Plug the drain and begin filling the bath with hot water until it’s about 1/4 way filled. Leave it to set for another 5 minutes, then release the plug and rinse thoroughly.
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Make cleaning your microwave a (lemon) breeze
Add 15 drops of lemon essential oil into 1 1/2 cups of water in a microwave-safe bowl. Place it in your microwave and warm it on high for 5-10 minutes, leave the steam to condense inside the machine. Once it’s up, wipe away the softened food debris with a sponge.
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Lemon-based oven cleaner and degreaser
Fill a spray bottle with one cup water, one cup vinegar and some lemon essential oil. Spray over your oven and wipe clean. Sprinkle a bit of baking soda before you spray, if you’re dealing with stubborn stains.
Safe and affordable homemade window cleaner
You can make your own window cleaner by mixing white vinegar, a few drops of essential oil and distilled water. Give it a good shake and you’re ready to clean! It’s great for windows, mirrors and glass tops.
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Coffee filters become house dusters
Give purpose to any spare coffee filters you may have, and simultaneously dust your home! Coffee filters make are perfect for dusting your monitors like TV screens, and computer displays. The fine weaving in the filters don’t leave behind fibres like traditional cloths do.
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Help for a dodgy smelling drain
You may want to try this tip if you’re stuck with stinky drains. Pour one cup of white vinegar mixed with one cup of soda crystals down the clogged drain. Leave to sit for 30 minutes before pouring boiling water down the drain to clear the solution.
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Shinier, happier wood furnishings
You can tend to your varnished wood surfaces by mixing 2 tablespoons of olive oil & 1 table spoon of white vinegar with warm water in a spray bottle. Spritz it on your varnished wood and buff down with a dry cloth. If used on flooring be very mindful of any leftover residue from the olive oil. 9
New Developments Berrynarbor Park
Sterridge Valley, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9TA Berrynarbor Park is a cosy residential park in a spectacular & much sought after location. The park is located on the edge of the beautiful award winning village of Berrynarbor, on the North Devon coast. Situated 4 miles from the Victorian town of Ilfracombe, and 2 miles from the seaside village of Combe Martin, one of the gateways to Exmoor National Park. The park is terraced into the rolling North Devon hills offering every home a beautiful unspoiled country view. The park is set in acres and offers spectacular views across the village and out to the Bristol Channel, ideal for walking the dog or an afternoon stroll. We are doing a massive development on this residential park & we should have plots & homes available to view & sell very soon. To arrange an early viewing of this development please call 0330 133 7300.
We work with all leading residential park home manufacturers & our homes are built to residential standard BS 3632:2015. This means they are suitable for residential use throughout the year and are built to last! Coupled with a beautifully landscaped site with the highest quality materials you need to visit to see for yourself.
Hampton Loade Country Park Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 6HD
Hampton Loade Country Park is cosy, close-knit residential park nestled in the popular rural hamlet of Hampton Loade, Bridgnorth, near the River Severn Valley in Shropshire. Access to the park can be made via the A442 Bridgnorth to Kidderminster road. A unique aspect behind this park is its tiered layout, providing a range of beautiful views of the surrounding country. The remote location is a great boon for dog-walkers or trail enthusiast. The nearby town of Bridgnorth is just 6 miles to the north of the park and provides many practical amenities including retail stores, entertainment options and transport facilities. The district of Bridgnorth also provides many museums & traditional points of interest for those looking to find out more about the history of the area and beyond. This park will have plots & homes available very soon. You can still arrange a viewing, simply call: 0330 133 7300. 10
Local amenities include: Arley Arboretum & Gardens Alveley Social Club Severn Valley Country Park
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Local amenities include: Access to numerous beaches Larkstone Leisure Park Ilfracombe Town Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Centre
Bockenfield Country Park Felton, Nr. Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9QJ
Bockenfield Park is a fantastic locale that boasts easy access to both coast and country. Situated in an area with over 70 castle sites to discover, and including Hadrian’s Wall, it makes for the perfect base to venture off and explore from. Varying views over swaying corn fields and plenty of green spaces make this park a tranquil retreat for family and friends to make memories. All new caravans and lodges will be complete with private decking and dedicated parking. To arrange an early viewing of this development please call 0330 133 7300. We would be delighted to show you our proud treasure of Northumberland.
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Refurbished & Re-energised Saltmarshe Castle Park
Our beautiful Saltmarshe Castle Park recently opened the doors to its new, refurbished Club House. The club house caters to many recreations with its games room, inspiring menus & lovely ambience. Park residents often meet up in the club to watch football matches, catch up on events or just to celebrate anniversaries & occasions. It is literally a hub activity on the park!
Saltmarshe Castle Park is located in the quiet settings of the Bromyard downs & the Malvern Hills. It has a growing community of residents who have chosen this beautiful park as their home. The park always has a wide choice of plots & new homes to view & is one of UK’s premium residential park developments. The benefits of staying engaged in a community (especially as we age) are quite obvious, and can positively enhance our lives in a multitude of ways. In fact, the far-reaching effects cannot be quantified or measured nor they can they be substituted. Yet it is also common knowledge that loneliness, especially among the older people, is reaching epidemic proportions. Imagine you are 80 years old and lost your partner, living on a friendly residential park and meeting peers every Monday and Thursday morning for a coffee and a chat can work wonders. Now imagine that you live in an area where there aren’t enough jobs, people have turned to crime and you’re too afraid to go out of the house. What impact might each of these circumstances have on your health and well-being? We’re proud to say our residential parks offer a peaceful, friendly way of life in nice surroundings with strong communities.
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Inspiring tales from a park in Wales PARK IN FOCUS: WESTOVER PARK
Westover Park is a popular location found in the rolling hills of Carmarthenshire. We caught up with a selection of couples over the Valentines period. It’s always fascinating hearing about the move-in experience from residents across the Wyldecrest family. Steve & Carol moved into Westover Park about 2 months back! They are the proud owners of a brand new Willerby Hazlewood park home bungalow. We caught up with them on a sunny afternoon in freezing-cold weather, but guess where they were – outside, walking on the beach! We decided to downsize & found park homes a very viable option. We visited numerous parks around the South Wales/Tenby area as we wanted to be local. We came to Westover Park – fell in love with Westover Park & the Hazlewood park home bungalow – we knew we had found our forever home! One of the main factors was the proximity to a whole range of amenities like local shops, pubs, restaurants, doctor’s surgery, and hairdressers but also to be away from the hustle & bustle of a big city. The surrounding countryside is beautiful! We were living in a 2-bed detached home in the Midlands & we wanted to downsize to a bungalow-style, easy to maintain layout. So we sort of wanted to downsize to a park home bungalow, but in all honesty, our Hazlewood park home is probably the same size as our detached home. The kitchen & bedrooms are just as big and there is enough storage space. We have made many friends on the park & it is a very friendly, supportive, uplifting community on the park. There is always someone to chat to if you like, but everyone respects each other’s privacy & personal space as well! Before we decided to retire, Carol had a very rewarding job working in a care-home in the West Midlands & I used to work in the local garden centre. We have now settled into our home & the park & love to explore the surrounding areas. We just pack a Picnic & Go & head out to visit a new town or a beach. We often visit the various beaches around our park which are all less than a 30 minute drive from our home. With so much to explore & see, we are enjoying every moment of our retirement!
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A frost-dusted Willerby Hazlewood
Andy & Pam moved into Westover Park just in time for Christmas on 20th December 2019! They are the proud owners of a brand new Willerby Hazlewood park home bungalow. We spoke with Andy precisely on Valentine’s Day, after he had just finished exchanging cards! Andy wouldn’t share a picture of the card he actually drew & gave to his wife, as he felt it might be too risqué! We were living in Worcestershire before we moved to Wales. We were actually researching residential parks for a long time & visited a few. We saw a few parks & homes & after our research & number crunching, we found that Westover Park would give us the most value for our money. So after selling our home, buying this brand new Hazlewood 40 x 20 square feet home, we were able to release enough equity to take early retirement. Both Pam & I used to work in catering before. Westover Park is very competitively priced – so you can get a top of the line bespoke park home bungalow on that park which will not cost you a fortune.
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Retired life is actually fantastic! We basically can do what we want to do! Westover Park is located on the edge of the village of Whitland which has everything you need from vets to doctors to pubs to grocery etc. A great advantage is that the train station is very local & is less than a 10-minute flat walk so if you don’t fancy driving, taking the train is a very convenient option. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and there are some great beaches & towns less than a thirty minute drive away. Our 2 Scottish terriers Skye & Bree love the area & we can go & visit places & they can literally play for hours. We didn’t know anyone when we moved to the park but we visited quite a few times & spoke with a lot of different residents. They all told us how lovely it is living on this park & we made friends on every visit! Now that we have settled into our home & the area, I can say that the park & the area is certainly good in all respects! Well, I can say one thing I don’t like - everyone is crazy about Rugby in Wales! I prefer football & am a die-hard Liverpool supporter.
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Inspiring tales from a park in Wales PARK IN FOCUS: WESTOVER PARK
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For Thomas and his wife, the decision to move to a park home was an easy one. The benefits that park home living offers aligned well with what Thomas had in mind for a more relaxed home-life. He was kind enough to share his thoughts with us here. My wife & I lived in Birmingham, in a town-house spread over 3 floors. We had been thinking about downsizing into an easier to navigate bungalow that didn’t have any stairs. I used to lay floors for a living buy recently have had major problems with my back. Basically my doctors told me that I had to stop else there were high chances that I would end up in a wheelchair. My wife has a problem with her knee & would need a new one at some point. Going up & down two flights of stairs does take a toll! We saw some advertisements for park homes & decided to research them. We searched online, saw Wyldecrest Parks & visited one of the parks that was near to us. It was evident that park homes were offering a very viable option to downsize & offered a good bungalow-style construct as well. After my research I decided that we definitely needed a park home but in a park which offered more value for my money. The price of these homes goes up & down based on the areas & I was not actually fussed about being in a particular part of the country. Based on getting more for my budget, we visited Westover Park in Whitland & not only did we get a 2-bedroom bungalow for less than our actual budget, we actually loved the park. The area is beautiful & we could easily visualise living in the park. We feel like we are going on an adventure as we don’t know the local area, don’t know anyone on the park either. However I make friends very fast & from my visits, I think I will have a good circle of friends soon. We love travelling, whether its California, Hawaii and now, Pembrokeshire – we can’t wait to explore new places. My home is now under offer & I expect to complete it in the next few weeks. I am hoping to have money left over in the bank after finishing the payment for my new park home & that’s a great feeling! The park home bungalow we have chosen – a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom, gorgeous Omar Regency bungalow is ready & waiting on the park already. We will be taking some of our furniture with us & basically we are just waiting for moving day.
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Sheila & Dave Scottow had moved onto Westover Park and became proud owners of a brand new Willerby Hazlewood. Sheila practices yoga & meditation daily and is a very expressive character. Here’s what she had to say on their decision to begin again, on a residential park. Q. Why did you choose a park home & this location? We have friends who have park homes & we realized that they were an excellent option to downsize. We lived less than 45 minutes away by car and we were very familiar with the area. We were looking ta retiring in this area – while there are some parts which are as beautiful but are a bit remote, Whitland, on the other hand, is a lovely town & the park is located close to amenities, train-station, pubs, shops which can all be accessed by a short walk.
Q. What home did you choose? We saw a few homes which were available to view on the park. We ultimately decided on the brand new Willerby Hazlewood which has these lovely, high vaulted ceilings and such a nice layout. The kitchen, lobby & bedrooms are as big as those of other bungalows. Our park home is actually bigger than most apartments. Some of our friends who visit us honestly can’t believe how good it looks from the outside & the quality of the fittings & furnishings inside.
Q. How’s life on the park at Westover? Q. What made you choose Westover Park? The park is located right at the boundary of Pembrokeshire & Carmarthenshire, and has some beautiful towns nearby which we have always frequented.
Everyone is so friendly and willing to help each other out. I think I know almost everyone. It is a good place to retire and I have a cup of tea ready for everyone.
Sheila & Dave Scottow
My husband fell in love with the park as soon as he set foot on it while I took some time. Reason being I was a bit attached to my old home & garden. However, I ultimately understood that it made so much financial sense & also would free up so much of my time to do things I actually enjoy! I used to live in a huge house – it was a 250 year old cottage with quite a massive garden. So moving into a park home was a bit of an emotional decision for me. But even though our garden was massive- we didn’t really get to enjoy it. It actually took us a lot of time & energy to just maintain it & that’s why a park home has helped free us so much of our time! So even though it was a big property & had a massive garden – it was too much work for us.
Nestled halfway between the historic, bustling town of Carmarthen and the famous sunny beach towns of Tenby and Saundersfoot lies our lovely Westover Residential Park. The small town of Whitland, where the park is situated, takes its name from a Cistercian abbey from the medieval period and it will provide you with everything you need for your day-to-day needs. There are brand new homes available to view on this park, including an Omar Newmarket (36 x 20, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) starting from £149,995 & the affordable Wyldecrest exclusive model; the Omar Westbury (40 x 20, 2 bedroom 2 bathroom), with more availability and plots being developed. The Omar Westbury, a Wyldecrest Parks exclusive 19
If you’re nearing retirement and currently weighing up your next options, then this year could be a big one for you and your family. If the time is right for a move then it’s definitely time to consider a Park Home by Willerby. With Wyldecrest Residential Parks right across the country, many that have been thoughtfully placed in semi-rural areas with great access to local amenities, there’s somewhere out there that’s just perfect for your next chapter. Willerby’s exquisite range of park homes has been created with great care, astounding attention to detail, and has something to suit all tastes. The Hazlewood is perfect for those seeking a stylish, low maintenance home, while the Charnwood has a striking and modern appeal. Last but by no means least, the Delamere marries a contemporary home aesthetic with those all-important traditional touches.
Hazlewood
The words ‘practical’ and ‘luxurious’ spring to mind with the Hazlewood. With its generously proportioned rooms and thoughtful storage solutions, it’s not just about downsizing, but rightsizing too. The interior design of the Hazlewood is very much on-trend, with warm woods and fabrics in tones of cappuccino and blush. Boasting a large lounge, dining and kitchen area, and of course its two bedrooms, you’ll feel like you’re living in a boutique hotel with the textured wallpaper and warm, berry-toned curtains. 20
Charnwood
Cool and modern vibes breeze through the Charnwood, with its kitchen and utility areas in particular striking the fusion of glamour and functional living. A stylish fireplace situated on its own feature wall makes the lounge feel opulent, while designer touches flowing into the dining room create the perfect space for entertaining family and friends.
Delamere
The Delamare allows you to start living from the moment you move in - downsizers and shoe collectors, in particular, will gleam when they see the generous space available to store away items. The kitchen has plenty of worktop areas, storage cupboards and a practical utility room. Willerby’s design team can help realise your ideal space, including specific colour choices.
For more information on park home living or the Willerby range, contact the Willerby Showground on 01506 811247, visit www.willerbyparkhomes.com, or speak to the bespoke team at an upcoming event. 21
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Why Wyldecrest Parks? www.wyldecrestparks.co.uk
enquiry@wyldecrestparks.com
Get ÂŁ10,000 off select new homes!* As the largest Park Home operator in the UK, we can offer you many benefits like our relationship with Park Home manufacturers, a dedicated team of professionals with significant experience in the Park Home industry, very competitive pricing and much more! Buying a Park Home with us ensures you receive quality with economy and more value for your money.
We offer the flexibility of unique finance packages & timescales that work for you. Our Part-Exchange service aims to reduce the hassle or stress of selling your home for a Park Home. We have more than 75 residential parks conveniently located across the UK, so you’re sure to find the perfect area to suit you.
For more information or to request your free brochure, call:
find us online @wyldecrest
0330 133 7300
10 year warranty available on brand new Park Homes & Lodges only. Bespoke part-exchange scheme is available. Finance options are subject to status. Site and pitch fees will apply. Prices of homes vary between parks and are subject to availability. Pictures are for illustration purposes only. *Terms and Conditions apply, see online for more details at www.wyldecrestparks.co.uk
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New Owners! New Residential and Holiday Home Owners! A warm welcome to all our new residents that have moved into their lovely homes in the last couple months. We hope you settle in well to your new forever-home, and the tranquil parkcommunity lifestyle. This season’s seen a lot of new additions on the following parks:
Residential Parks!
Holiday Parks!
Blueleighs Park Gattington Park Quarry Rock Park Westover Park Travellers Rest Park
Saltmarshe Castle Park St. Cyrus Park
Welcome Home! There’s no better time to make the move to a park home than the present. Here at Wyldecrest we do our best to ensure that transition is as easy and as comfortable as possible.
From everyone at Wyldecrest
Direct Debit Winners! Our Direct Debit winners are residents that cover their pitch fees through Direct Debit. Each month, 3 residents are selected at random to win! This month’s winners are:
A resident on: Gattington Park A resident on: Westover Park
A resident on: Penwor tham Park
All our current residents are eligible, provided they use the Direct Debit payment system. Stay tuned, it could be your turn next!
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Wyldecrest Little Helpers Our Wyldecrest Little Helpers are here again to award another handful of parks and residents with very special magazines, each containing supermarket vouchers. The vouchers are randomly inserted into some of the magazines, so make sure you check yours to see if you are one of the lucky residents to win an extra Little Helper this quarter!
Small things, big difference Were you one of the lucky ones who already grabbed a Little Helper? Then we would love to hear from you! Your comments and feedback are what helps us to improve and progress and we would love to know when our small little things really make a difference to people’s lives.
Would you like to feature in our magazine? Well, this magazine is for you; the residents. It should be about you; the residents. Finally it should be by you; the residents! So we would like to feature you and your story in our next issue. We will make the effort worth your while as well. Well how about more shopping vouchers? If you could submit your entries by: email them to us at magazine@wyldecrestparks.com Or WhatsApp them on 07379 927 088 Or post them to us: Marketing, Wyldecrest House, 857 London Road, West Thurrock, Essex, RM20 3AT
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We understand that these are currently uncertain & confusing times. We would love to have you visit & experience our parks and homes in person, but we do understand that you may have some reservations about making the trip. So in these special circumstances we are offering some options for you to be able to explore our parks from the safety of your own home:
Our local park/sales manager will come & meet you at your home. They can show you the various homes available & explain all details about parks, costs, availability & timelines.
You can drive through the park(s) of interest at a convenient time. We can then arrange for the available show home(s) to be opened & ready before you visit. You can look around & leave without meeting anyone & then discuss details with our manager over the phone.
Our park/sales manager can do a video chat with you from the park or the home & then give you a guided virtual tour. You can access it via your iPhone or iPad or computer.
We have 360 video tours of many homes and pictures of the actual parks/homes available as well on our website & on request. Please let us know if you are interested in any particular park/home If you are interested & would like to secure a particular plot or home, you can reserve it with a token deposit.
Any deposits taken for appointments held over the phone/without visiting will be fully refundable until you can physically visit the park/home*. That will depend on the current situation & no pressure will be made to visit if it is not safe to do so.
*Terms and conditions apply
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For Sale Omar Westbury
Willerby Hazlewood
Omar Regency
36 ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom
36 ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom
38 ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom
Gattington Park
Penwortham Park
Quarry Rock Park
Dogdyke, Hawthorn Hill, Coningsby, Lincolnshire, LN4 4XA
Stricklands Lane, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire PR19YD
Claverton Down, Bath BA2 6EF
Willerby Charnwood
Omar Elveden Cottage
Willerby Hazlewood
40 ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom
45ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom
36 ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom
Rookery Drove Park
Saltmarshe Castle Park
Rookery Drove, Beck Row, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk IP28 8GG
Stourport Road, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4PN
Westover Park
West Street, Whitland, Carmarthenshire, SA34 0AH
Prices include a £10,000 discount.
Residential Home Owner’s Referral*
Tell all your family and friends about our homes and amazing offers - if they go onto buy, you can also earn £1,000! Images are for illustration purposes *Terms and conditions apply.
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For Sale Atlas Chorus
Wessex Classic
Willerby Peppy
36 ft x 12 ft 2 Bedroom
40 ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom
35 ft x 12ft 2 Bedroom
Saltmarshe Castle Park
Sapey Golf and Country Club Upper Sapey, Worcestershire WR6 6XT
St. Cyrus, Montrose, Scotland DD10 0DJ
Atlas Lilac Lodge
Omar Westfield
Willerby Brockenhurst
36 ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom
40 ft x 20ft 2 Bedroom
38 ft x 12ft 2 Bedroom
Stourport Road, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4PN
Bradgate Holiday Park
Manston Court Road, Margate, Kent CT9 4LG
Holiday Park Owner’s Referral*
Badgers Retreat Park
Tunstall, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL10 7RF
St. Cyrus Holiday Park
Port Haverigg Park
Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria LA18 4LG
Recommend a friend or relative to a Wyldecrest Park, if they go on to purchase a Holiday Home with us, you can earn up to ÂŁ1000! The more friends you refer, the more you benefit Images are for illustration purposes *Terms and conditions apply.
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Easter Recipes Bunny Soup Bowl Method • With the regular roll, cut 1/2 way across the bottom, making a flap to hang it on the larger roll. • Cut the top section off the bread bowl in a U shape, with a ledge to sit the smaller roll on. This will be our soup bowl. • Remove the inside of the bowl, and set it aside for dipping in the soup later. You can also keep a small piece for the tail of the Bunny.
Ingredients
1 Regular sized roll (can be homemade) 1 Bread bowl (can be homemade) 2 Chocolate chips 1 Pink button candy 5 Toothpicks Soup of your choice (can be homemade) Optional: Fresh parsley
• Slice the top of the larger roll you removed earlier into two earshaped pieces. • With a knife, carve a hole in the smaller roll where you’d like the Bunny’s nose, and push the button candy in place. Repeat the step with the chocolate chips for the eyes. This will be the Bunny’s head. • Secure the head on the bowl using three toothpicks. Poke the other toothpicks in the bottom of each ear and attach them to the head. • Place the parsley around the base of the bowl as a grass garnish. The bread from the inside of the bowl can now be used as the tail. • Add your choice of soup to the bowl and enjoy!
Hot Cross Lemon & Bread Pudding Preparation Preheat the oven to 60°c (140°c fan ovens/ gas mark 3), then grease the baking dish with some butter. Method • Cut each bun into 3 slices. Spread the curd across the buns before sandwiching them together. Place each bun in the dish. • Whisk eggs, cream, milk and leftover curd together, then sieve it into a jug. Add a hint of vanilla, 3 tbsp of sugar before pouring our custard over the buns. Leave it to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. • Sprinkle sugar and lemon zest over the dish before placing in the pre-heated oven. Allow to bake for 30-40 minutes, or when the top is golden and the custard has set. • Leave to stand for 5 minutes before serving with a helping of cream!
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Ingredients
Butter to grease 4 Hot cross buns (left out overnight) 200g Lemon curd 2 Eggs 200ml Double cream 200ml Milk ½ Teaspoon vanilla extract 4 tbsp sugar Some lemon zest Optional: Cream to serve
Share your throw creation with us on facebook @wyldecrestparks
Something to try No Sew-Throw
What you’ll need: • Two sheets of fabric of a similar size and material - we find fleece fabric works great, as most stretch fabrics don’t fray
Got plenty of old clothes left over from winter? Now you can re-purpose those rags by turning them into throw cushions and blankets.
• Scissors or a rotary cutter • Tape measure/ruler Estimated time up to 2 hours. (Depending on the size of throw)
A tip before we begin: put both rectangle/square layers of the fleece together to cut them at the simultaneously to save time!
Difficulty:
From the two pieces of fabric - in this case we’ll be using fleece fabric - cut 56” x 70” rectangles. If you’d like a square cushion, make the cuts 20” x 20”. It’s up to you!
Place the fabric rectangles’ insides together. Ensure the sides of the fabric you want to display are on the outside, facing you. Cut a 7” square from each corner of both pieces.
For the fringe, cut 7” into the both fleeces, with 1” between each cut. Continue this across all sides around your cushion.
Finally, tie the loose ends together: one loose end of the top layer to the respective end on the bottom. Complete this around the cushion and you’re done! You can use this technique to create blankets too, by tying the ends of each fringe to another fringed throw.
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Welcome to the Wyldecrest Swap Shop. Get something good, for nothing! A special gift to our residents - a website exclusively for the Wyldecrest Parks Family! The Wyldecrest Swap Shop is a chance to swap anything you’ve got lying around at home (that you’ve been meaning to clear out, but haven’t gotten around to it) for something else. It’s a simple idea, but an effective one!
Instead of just throwing your old stuff away, why not swap it? You might make some money, or maybe you’ll get something equally as interesting in return!
You know - one person’s trash is another person’s treasure! Find out more at www.wyldecrestswapshop.co.uk