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                                                                                                                       MARCH 2011 ISSUE




      Localism Bill. Time for us to take over?
                                                                                                    HADLEY WOOD NEWS




      Pre-Nuptials. Julian Ribet explains
      Labradors. Jill to the rescue.                              Centenary Celebrations
      Mongolia. Camels and Gers
      Royal Wedding. Time for a party?                            March 25th –27th
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Editorial                                        Guinea, Australia and Fiji. Over the next      favour of the plan, Enfield Council would
In this issue David Burrowes MP talks            3 months another creature extinct apart        be required to accept it. Any planning
about the new Localism Bill and how it           from these countries will be on display. It    applications properly determined in
might affect Hadley Wood. Esther                 is the Alternative Vote (AV) system. On        accordance with Hadley Wood’s
Kurland, a local resident and town               May 5th you will have the chance to vote       neighbourhood plan would not be
planner, adds detail and points out that         in a referendum on whether to end the          subject to an appeal. HWA could allow
given the numbers of planners, architects        present ‘first past the post’ voting system    for a particular development or class of
developers and builders in the area there        based on one voter, one choice where           development without needing formal
must be enough expertise around for it to        the result is usually decisive and provides    planning      permission.      Developers
warrant serious consideration. On the            for stable government. The alternative         planning new housing would need to
legal front, following a new ruling by the       vote has a sting in its tail. It would allow   reach agreement with HWA and pay a
Supreme Court, Julian Ribet clarifies the        the supporters of fringe parties (including    levy to be used for the benefit of the
question of Pre- nuptial agreements and          extreme ones) to have their votes              community such as improving play
Jill Brooks tells us about the Lifeline trust,   counted several times and a candidate in       facilities.
an organisation which helps ‘rescue’             second or even third place could end up           The Bill also provides for greater
forsaken Labradors. Erika Lindsay goes           being declared the winner. I will be           transparency of information. The local
camping in Mongolia and finally Anna             campaigning to say “No to AV” and              community will be able to challenge the
Tasou raises the issue of whether Hadley         seeking to keep this rare breed of voting      Council about the cost and quality of
Wood should have a street party to               extinct from these shores.                     services provided to Hadley Wood. Look
celebrate the Royal Wedding on April               Democracy of course is not limited to        on my website www.davidburrowes.com
29th. Sounds like a good idea. We might          the institutions of government. Voluntary      for more details about the Localism Bill.
even start talking to one another.               associations like HWA are important to         I look forward to a future of Hadley Wood
Rod Armstrong                                    enable local people to be involved in the      residents and the HWA armed with the
                                                 community. The Localism Bill making its        new legislation leading a local revolution
                                                 way through Parliament provides the            of power to shape and improve the local
                      Power to                   most dramatic shift of power to local          area.
                      the people                 communities.                                   David Burrowes MP
                                                   If you have ever been frustrated by a        PPS to Rt Hon Oliver Letwin MP
                    In marked contrast           planning system which goes over the            www.davidburrowes.com
                    to the extraordinary         heads of the wishes of Hadley                  Westminster Office – 020 7219 5414
                    events in the Middle         Wood residents and ends up being               Constituency Office – 020 8360 0234
                    East,      in    our         determined by a Planning Inspector
                    democracy         the        you will welcome the Bill. It offers
                    power to change              the opportunity for the HWA to be
                                                                                                Pre-nuptials
local and national government is through         designated a neighbourhood forum.                                For better or worse –
the ballot box. Who and how that power           This would enable a neighbourhood                                pre-nuptial agreements
should be exercised has dominated                plan to be drawn up by HWA which                                 are here to stay, but will
Parliament’s attention in recent weeks. If       determines future planning applications                          anyone be richer or
you were to go to Broxbourne’s Paradise          in Hadley Wood. A referendum would be                            poorer as a result? Few
Wildlife Park you would see some                 held in the neighbourhood and if more                            people can have failed
interesting animals from Papua New               than half the people who vote are in                             to have spotted the


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coming to an end. So where does this
                                                   leave those who wish to protect their wealth
                                                   on divorce? The good news is that in the
                                                   right case a pre-nuptial agreement can have
                                                   decisive and compelling weight. However,
                                                   much will depend upon the factual
                                                   circumstances of each case and the overall          TAILORING AND REPAIRS BY EXPERTS
                                                   ‘fairness’ of the agreement. Pre-nuptial
                                                   agreements remain a sensible option for
                                                   couples for a variety of reasons; in particular,
                                                   for those couples who individually have
                                                   accrued substantial assets and who may
                                                   have already seen those assets reduced
                                                   (for example due to a divorce); for those
widely reported divorce battle between the         who have no intention of having any more           prenuptial agreement. It is hardly romantic
wealthy German heiress and the City-boy            children; and for those who are likely to          but can reduce a lot of potential heartache
turned academic. The attention-grabbing            inherit substantial family wealth and who          and a costly and protracted break-up battle.
ruling of the Supreme Court for the first time     want to protect their assets for future            Julian Ribet
provides clear guidelines on the circum-           generations. If either partner is looking to       Julian Ribet is a Partner at leading
stances where a prenuptial agreement may           protect their assets then it can make a great      specialist family law solicitors, Levison
influence the division of assets on a divorce.     deal of financial sense to execute a               Meltzer Pigott
This is a significant change – previously
(other than in certain limited situations)
prenuptial agreements were far less likely to
influence a Court. In this case the prenuptial
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Neighbourhood                                  area. This could include policies,                             changes to streets and parks etc are
Planning and the                               priorities for spending public money                           managed in the future.
                                               locally and Local Development Orders                              Sounds good? A couple of things need
Localism Bill                                  which grant planning permission for                            to be kept in mind. First, drawing up a
When you see the word ‘planning’ in our        some kinds of development without the                          plan that most people are happy with is
newsletter do you straightaway think           need for further applications                                  not that easy. There is an old saying
about         planning         applications,      The local authority check that the plan                     about three people talking – if they all
permissions, appeals etc? Who has              is in line with legal requirements, national                   agree after an hour at least two are lying!
proposed to build what where, how big          and London strategic policies etc.                             This is an exaggeration of course but we
will it be and how much annoyance with             The local authority hold a referendum                      can all imagine the differences of opinion
the builders create? This is probably          for local residents. If over 50% of voters                     which would need to be worked through.
what most people think planning is, a          approve the plan it is adopted and                                Second, there can be a lot of work
frustrating bureaucratic process.              influences what happens in the area.                           needed to create a good plan. It is not
   But planning is really about                                                                               normally a back of an envelope job – but
understanding places, what is good or          So basically the Bill is suggesting that at the moment it looks like very little
bad about them and agreeing on how             local communities draw up their own financial or practical help will be offered
they should be managed over time. This         plans for their areas which will influence to neighbourhood forums.
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used to be called Forward Planning and         how planning applications and possibly                            Third, the Government seem to be pro
should provide the basis by which                                                                             development. They say their Bill aims to
applications are decided.                                                                                     devolve responsibility and support
   The Coalition Government have ideas                                                                        localism, but also to encourage growth.
to shake up the planning system. They                                                                         They have talked about neighbourhood
recently published their Localism Bill                                                                        plans having to follow a ‘presumption in
which is due for royal assent this Autumn                                                                     favour of sustainable development’.
with enactment in Spring 2012. That is,                                                                       Definitions of the word ‘sustainable’
its content would become law in time for                                                                      abound, but basically neighbourhood
the Olympics.                                                                                                 plans that say ‘no growth’ ‘no building
   The Bill takes forward a lot of Big                                                                        anywhere’ are unlikely to get anywhere.
Society ideas but changes to the                    CONCERT DINNER                                               I could write reams more, but this article
                                                                     Friday 18th March
planning system are seen as at the                                                                            is probably too long and boring as it is!
                                                   Reception at 7.00pm with sparkling wine and canapés,
forefront of this policy. It describes a new      three course dinner and concert. The Brodowski String       But as a planner and a Hadley Wood
system of Neighbourhood Planning to                Quartet will perform the Shostakovitch String Quartet      resident I would be really interested in
                                                 No.8, and Schubert's Death and the Maiden String Quartet
allow local communities to have a greater         No.14 in D minor. Price: £55.50 per person – table wines    finding out if people wanted to start to
say in what happens in their area. The                 extra. Payable on booking. Dress code: Black tie.      discuss creating a neighbourhood
                                                            Privileged accommodation rates apply.
system would work something like this:                                                                        plan for Hadley Wood. Maybe this is
                                                          Mother’s Day                                        something the Association could take
   A Neighbourhood Forum is created.                                  Sunday 3rd April                        forward?
This could be three or more local                 Treat your Mother to Sunday Lunch at our Mary Beale         Esther Kurland
                                                  Restaurant. 3 course lunch, coffee and chocolates (with a
residents but where a residents group            surprise gift for mum) £40.50 per adult, children under 12
already exists this might be the most                £22.00. Payable on booking. Be sure to book early!
appropriate way to start.                              Alternatively treat Mother to Afternoon Tea                             Dear Editor
                                                 from £19.95 per person - between 3.30pm and 6.00pm.
   The neighbourhood area is defined                                                                                           I have received a letter from John Lewis’s
and agreed. Relatively straightforward for                                                                                     store offering to quote for building and
Hadley Wood, but more complex areas                                                                                            contents cover for our home. I contacted
and those that straddle local authority                                WEST LODGE PARK                                         them and was very surprised to be
                                                                       YO U R C O U N T RY R E T R E AT
boundaries could be hard to deal with.             Cockfosters Road, Hadley Wood, Herts, EN4 0PY. T: 020 8216 3900             refused cover. Apparently our post code
                                                                                                                       HWN48




                                                  Email: wlpreception@bealeshotels.co.uk Web: www.bealeshotels.co.uk
   The Forum develops a plan for the                                                                                           indicates we live in an area that is at ‘high




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A new lifeline for
                                               Labradors in Herts
                                               If you need to re-home your Labrador –
                                               or you are keen to adopt one – get in
                                               touch with The Labrador Lifeline Trust on
  Hatha yoga classes                           01923 446785; they’ve just set up a team
  starting on 7th May!                         of experts especially for Hertfordshire.
                                                  The team is led by Area Co-ordinator,
  At the Hadley Wood Association Hall          Janet Butler, they’ve all got many years
(far end of tennis courts Crescent East)
                                               experience in fostering and re-homing
    Every Saturday from                        Labradors – and their help has never
                                               been more important as austerity              anonymous to previous owners, the two
     9:30 am to 11am                           compels more and more people to give          are never put in touch directly. “Our
         All levels welcome                    up their pets.                                priority is always the dog and its welfare,”
      You’ll need to wear loose                   “Traditionally, people have re-homed       Janet Butler said. “The whole aim of the
                                               their dog because of changes in family        Trust is to help Labradors in need.”
   comfortable clothing and bring
                                               circumstances,       like    ill-health  or      This is why the team take so much
     your own mat and blanket.
                                               separation. But now we also meet more         trouble to find the best possible match
       Each class costs £10                    and more instances where it’s due to          between the dog and the new home. As
       NO BOOKING REQUIRED                     financial pressure. Some people even          Anne Carter, the administrator of The
                                               have to give up their houses and move to      Labrador Lifeline Trust, told us: “We treat
  For further information contact              property that is unsuitable for dogs, or      every Labrador as if it’s our own. We have
      Alex on 07881820051                      where dogs are just not allowed. It’s a       a register of potential, approved adopters
              or email:                        terrible wrench. People love their dogs,      but, if none of them seems absolutely
    aless1978@breathe.com                      and we’re there to make the parting as        right for a particular Labrador, we’ll place
                                               easy as possible by moving their              the dog with one of our specialist
  Experience the benefits of yoga both
                                               Labrador to an adopter who will love it       fosterers until we identify the new
        mentally and physically
                                               and care for it just as they did.”            permanent home that we feel is best.”
                                                  Janet and her team have a vigorous            And it doesn’t matter how old the dog
risk of flooding’. I protested that this was   vetting procedure for every potential new     is, The Labrador Lifeline Trust re-homes
nonsense and was referred to a manager         home, and they stay in contact with the       Labradors of any age. The Trust was
who confirmed, after investigation, that       adopter for the lifetime of the dog to        formed in 1996. It has been active in
we could not be covered. He also               monitor its wellbeing. The previous owner     Hampshire,         Surrey,     Lincolnshire,
mentioned that he had received other           can also monitor their dog’s new life         Nottinghamshire, Norfolk and Suffolk for
calls from this area all of which had been     through the Trust but there is total          many years, and now looks forward to its
refused cover.                                 confidentiality – adopters remain             Hertfordshire team being equally
   Once you have been refused cover you                                                         successful. If you’d like to become an
are legally obliged to declare it to any                                                        adopter – or you need to re-home your
future insurer so a refusal is a serious                                                        Labrador – or you could offer to foster
matter.                                                                                         a Lab, short or long-term – contact Jill
   Is Hadley Wood really at risk or has an                                                      Brooks on 020 8441 0766, email:
administrative       error   been      made                                                     jill.brooks7@btinternet.com. You can
somewhere? Does anyone know who                                                                 also find out more about the Labrador
sets these guidelines?                                                                          Lifeline Trust at: www.labrador-
Yours                                                                                           lifeline.co.uk.
Sandra O’Brart                                                                                  Jill and Harry Brooks




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separate ger and ingeniously consisted
                                                of a Hozelock pump action container with
                                                a shower attachment.
                                                  The next day, we walked to the newly
                                                restored Redone Khombo monastery
                                                through acres of straw coloured and red
                                                bracken. Our goal was the summit of a
                                                nearby mountain for a good view. It was
                                                well worth it. As we climbed, we admired
                                                the wild rhubarb and fragrant ferns used
                                                to make incense. We caught a glimpse
                                                of the sand dunes of the “Little Gobi” and
                                                the serene monastery nestled in the
A Mongolian adventure                           valley below, greatly enhanced by the
We started our journey in Ulaanbataar,          sun’s warm appearance. Our descent
Mongolia. The bustling capital has a mix        was accompanied by the soothing sound
of Mongolian, Russian and modern                of the monks’ chants gently filling the air.
architecture and a generous sprinkling of         We joined a nomadic family at their Ger
“Irish Pubs”. After a day’s sightseeing we      to drink fermented mare’s milk (known
left for the countryside. We stopped to         locally as Mongolian beer). Our canapés
pick up provisions and gifts for a              were small blocks of condensed cow’s
nomadic family we were due to meet. Our         milk. Then, the teenage daughter donned
                                                a red satin tunic, poured some mares’          I noticed a queue of lorries waiting to
                                                milk (Aryk) in to a bowl and handed it to us   enter Mongolia from China. Nothing the
                                                to drink. It certainly lived up to its name    other way though. A Chinese solider at
                                                with a mild background taste and a             the top of a watch tower surveyed our
                                                twangy kick. It was time to milk the mares.    arrival through his binoculars. The red
                                                The men round up the foals to suckle           flag flapped in the breeze.
                                                momentarily before the women moved in             I was immediately aware of a marked
                                                with a bucket to milk the animals.             difference between the two countries. I
                                                  Tango naturally dropped in to the            was struck by the number of new
                                                conversation at dinner time. The guide         residential and industrial buildings in
                                                and her colleague were eager to learn.         China. Lacking in style but erect and
                                                The dining ger was quickly transformed         square, they transmitted the message
guide suggested we should buy                   in to a tango ger! An ideal way to pass a      “here I am”! A contrast with the laid-
something practical for the family: a           very cold evening.                             back gentleness of Mongolia.
packet of rice and a bottle of vodka!             I requested a camel ride before we left.        We did not realise we could disembark
Vodka is the Mongolian central heating          We drove off through the steppes and           at Erlian, the Chinese border town. We
as well as having medicinal properties          past a beautiful small lake near to which      were a little perplexed as the train pulled
and aiding digestion! I was struck by the       we spotted some camels and gers. We            in to the sidings. An army of Chinese
enormous range of Hungarian pickled             swapped our jeep for some camels and           engineers dressed in navy and yellow
cucumbers in the supermarket.                   we were off. Bactrian camels are larger        shell suits worked swiftly around the
   The urban landscape gave way to the          and woollier than their Middle Eastern         train. We watched from the window as
famous Mongolian steppes which                  cousins and are also more comfortable          our carriage was jacked up so that the
stretched forever. We drove through miles       to ride. We padded through the steppes         bogies could be changed! We finally left
of green plains encircled by mountains          until we reached the Little Gobi and           another hour later. We were in need of a
and spotted the occasional herdsman             walked up the small dunes. The                 snack but had been advised by many
rounding up his flocks. The temperature         cameleers were very jovial and we              people not to risk the buffet car. So, in
dropped to 6 degrees C and it started to        periodically stopped to take some video        accordance with the local tradition, we
rain. I pulled on my fleece in trepidation at   for that Hollywood effect.                     made up our pot noodles and sat back
our approaching three nights of camping.          We left the camp after three wonderful       to enjoy the rest our journey.
    We arrived at Delger Ger Camp, in the       days and drove back to Ulaanbataar to          Erika Lindsay
Hogno Khan Nature Reserve, 280kms               board the train for our 20 hour journey to
West of UB. Our Ger, (see photo), a             Jining, China. We were awoken at
spacious structure lined with felt and          7.30am by the attendant handing us
canvas had a small sink, two beds, a            immigration documents to complete. The
table and chairs all painted in orange with     sun shone as the train trundled through
a gypsy style pattern. A wood burning           the Gobi desert, punctuated by the
stove with a metal pipe flue stood in the       occasional ger and herds of animals.
middle. We need not have worried about          Soldiers scattered along the track saluted
the cold. We felt very snug wrapped in          us as the train slid in the Mongolian
wool blankets and a duvet with a roaring        border town of Zamin-Uud.
fire to warm us. The shower was in a              As we approached the Chinese border,

    6
Yoga classes to start in
                                                                        Hadley Wood
                                                                        Hatha yoga classes are starting on 7th
                                                                        May at the Hadley Wood Association Hall
                                                                        ( far end of the tennis courts on Crescent
       Book your car in for any
                                                                        East). Every Saturday from 9:30am to
valet and receive a FREE Spray Polish                                   11am. All levels welcome.
  or have your Patio+Driveway jet                                          Alex Taylor has been a practitioner of
    washed and get 20mins FREE                                          yoga for the past 14 years and teacher for
    Call Adam on 07973 272 347                                          2 years. She trained with the renowned
                                                                        and worldwide accredited Sivananda
 Pilates Teacher - Personal Trainer                                     organisation in Tyrol, Austria. Her own
 Established lower back specialist                                      journey with yoga has been extraordinary
                                                                        and started when she lost a close friend.
  Would you like a more toned, more flexible, longer,                    Her dedication to her practice and her
         leaner, stronger look to your body.
 These are just a few of the benefits Pilates offers. Private sessions
                                                                        teaching has made her very popular
 are becoming increasingly popular as exercises can be adapted to       among her students. One recently quoted:
                    suit peoples individual needs.
                                                                        “Alex teaches in a very caring way. You
The sessions enable you to have a more personal method of learning.
  Don’t live with back pain book now to see a specialist
                                                                        can tell she is passionate about what she    Yoga is for everyone and not just a specific
 Lower back pain is extremely common and can be acute enough            does. I am forty years old and I’d like to   group. In the classes the main focus will
     to stop people functioning normally on a day to day basis.         thank her for helping me touch my toes.      be on relaxation and combining a variety
  Pilates is a key exercise method for helping to improve posture
              and therefore relieve daily aches and pains.              This is a real achievement for me!”          of energising poses to tone and purify the
             Contact Stuart on: 07787 552326
                                                                           Hatha yoga is a combination of poses,     body. The focus will be on realigning the
            or email: stuart@pilates-stuart.co.uk                       relaxation, and meditation. Men and          spine, allowing you to gradually feel lighter
                                                                        women, young and old are all welcome.        with time and elongating muscle groups
                                                                                                                     that have become shortened through
                                                                                                                     cardiovascular exercise, such as running

  The Spring 2011 clothes sale!                                                                                      and gym work. However don’t be fooled,
                                                                                                                     yoga can also be a fantastic workout. At
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                      Beautiful clothes at amazing prices!                                                           take on your daily challenges. You’ll need
                                                                                                                     to wear loose comfortable clothing and
  Come and see our extensive range of New, Designer Ladies Trousers,
                                                                                                                     bring your own mat and blanket.
     Jeans, Separates, Outfits, Rainjackets & HandbagsMany labels
                                                                                                                       Classes cost £10. email Alex,
    including Gardeur, Nougat, Monari, Signature and lots more too!                                                  aless1978@breathe.com for further
   Wednesday 13th April 2011 10.30 am until 8pm The Hadley Wood                                                      information.
      Association Centre. 7 Crescent East, Hadley Wood, EN4 0EL                                                      Alex Taylor
   (behind the tennis courts & near the station) Everyone is welcome.
       Bring your friends, come for a coffee & browse in a relaxed
         atmosphere!£1 entrance & commission from sales go to
                       Cherry Lodge Cancer Care
               For more info 01344 454423 or 07790326981



               Shall we celebrate the Royal
                Wedding in Hadley Wood?
At the recent Hadley Wood Association annual meeting, it was suggested
  we celebrate the forthcoming royal wedding of Prince William to Kate
Middleton on the 29th April. The proposal was that to mark this wonderful
event we have a party at the Hadley Wood Association Centre (our village
  hall) next to the tennis courts. Before we steam ahead with obtaining a
budget and start any preparations we need to get some idea of the support
 we might have from the community. How many HW residents would be
                            interested in attending?
    We welcome your thoughts and do let us know by the 31st March.
        Contact either Anna Tasou at annatasou@hotmail.co.uk or
                     Laura on 07949073536. Thank you.

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ALDENHAM                                                                           CUFFLEY                                                                          HADLEY WOOD
                                                          Guide Price
                                                                                                                                             £3,350,000                                                                       OIEO
                                                          £3,500,000
                                                          Freehold
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    imposing front entrance, extraordinary high ceilings with original cornicing,     yet with convenient access to Central London and the City. Comprising just         ft of accommodation. The property benefits from a fantastic indoor pool
    original panelling, high set skirting & fireplaces. It has been sympathetically    under 7000 sq ft of accommodation with adjoining lodge, the home is set in         complex. Situated in a most desirable and private location in the heart of
    restored with period features reinvented in a contemporary & elegant design.      approximately 3 acres of mature and well stocked beautifully landscaped gar-       Hadley Wood just off Beech Hill.
    Providing 5915 sq ft of living space arranged over 4 floors, spanning the entire   dens. The property features parquet and limestone flooring, oak panelling, stone
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                                                          TOTTERIDGE                                                                         HADLEY                                                                          HADLEY WOOD
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                                                          Sole Agents                                                                        Freehold                                                                        Sole Agents
                                                                                                                                             Sole Agents

                                                          020 8445 3694                                                                      020 8449 3383                                                                   020 8440 9797

   A semi-detached family home having recently undergone a complete                   Set behind gates at the end of this desirable cul-de-sac is this beautifully       A beautifully presented detached family home with spacious and well
   refurbishment throughout. The house has also been sympathetically extended         presented detached family residence which has been tastefully decorated.           planned accommodation comprising 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite),
   to create additional reception space on the ground floor and a spacious master      The property offers well proportioned living space and backs onto fields            drawing room, dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and
   suite on the second floor. Lounge/dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room,       with picturesque views. 3 reception rooms, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and             guest cloakroom. The rear garden has a southerly aspect and extension to
   utility room, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), rear garden.                   double garage.                                                                     approx 80 feet as its maximum.




                                                          HADLEY WOOD                                                                        HADLEY WOOD                                                                     HADLEY WOOD
                                                          £935,000                                                                           £725,000                                                                        £279,950
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                                                          Sole Agents                                                                        Sole Agents                                                                     Sole Agents



                                                          020 8440 9797                                                                      020 8440 9797                                                                   020 8440 9797
   A well presented spacious planned detached family residence with                   This attractive and well presented semi-detached home 3 bedrooms being             A spacious third floor apartment with outstanding views to the rear over
   accommodation comprising 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en-suite), open                used at present as 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and dressing room (it can               greenbelt countryside and a large south facing balcony. There is easy access
   plan lounge, dining room, kitchen, family/breakfast room, utility room             easily be restored to 3 bedrooms if required). On the ground floor there            to Hadley Woods local primary school, shops and mainline station. The M25
   and guest cloakroom. Integral garage and southerly aspect rear garden              are inter-communicating drawing and dining rooms, kitchen/breakfast room           is a short drive away. Entrance hall, lounge, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, separate
   extending to approx 125”.                                                          and guest cloakroom. There is a detached single garage and the rear garden         wc.
                                                                                      extends to approx 125’. The property offers significant scope for extension
                                                                                      subject to the usual consents.




                                                                 The Hadley Wood Association
                                                7 Crescent East Hadley Wood Herts EN4 0EL 8449 7193
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                                          Chairman Graham Sharp 020 8449 2133 sharpie14@btinternet.com
                                    Editor Publisher Rod Armstrong 020 8449 5924 rodarmstrong@btinternet.com
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  • 1. INSIDE THIS MONTHS ISSUE Come Along! St Paul’s Church MARCH 2011 ISSUE Localism Bill. Time for us to take over? HADLEY WOOD NEWS Pre-Nuptials. Julian Ribet explains Labradors. Jill to the rescue. Centenary Celebrations Mongolia. Camels and Gers Royal Wedding. Time for a party? March 25th –27th DESIGNED & PRINTED BY KALL KWIK BARNET TELEPHONE: 020 8441 4482 COVER PHOTO BY JOHN LEATHERDALE
  • 2. Editorial Guinea, Australia and Fiji. Over the next favour of the plan, Enfield Council would In this issue David Burrowes MP talks 3 months another creature extinct apart be required to accept it. Any planning about the new Localism Bill and how it from these countries will be on display. It applications properly determined in might affect Hadley Wood. Esther is the Alternative Vote (AV) system. On accordance with Hadley Wood’s Kurland, a local resident and town May 5th you will have the chance to vote neighbourhood plan would not be planner, adds detail and points out that in a referendum on whether to end the subject to an appeal. HWA could allow given the numbers of planners, architects present ‘first past the post’ voting system for a particular development or class of developers and builders in the area there based on one voter, one choice where development without needing formal must be enough expertise around for it to the result is usually decisive and provides planning permission. Developers warrant serious consideration. On the for stable government. The alternative planning new housing would need to legal front, following a new ruling by the vote has a sting in its tail. It would allow reach agreement with HWA and pay a Supreme Court, Julian Ribet clarifies the the supporters of fringe parties (including levy to be used for the benefit of the question of Pre- nuptial agreements and extreme ones) to have their votes community such as improving play Jill Brooks tells us about the Lifeline trust, counted several times and a candidate in facilities. an organisation which helps ‘rescue’ second or even third place could end up The Bill also provides for greater forsaken Labradors. Erika Lindsay goes being declared the winner. I will be transparency of information. The local camping in Mongolia and finally Anna campaigning to say “No to AV” and community will be able to challenge the Tasou raises the issue of whether Hadley seeking to keep this rare breed of voting Council about the cost and quality of Wood should have a street party to extinct from these shores. services provided to Hadley Wood. Look celebrate the Royal Wedding on April Democracy of course is not limited to on my website www.davidburrowes.com 29th. Sounds like a good idea. We might the institutions of government. Voluntary for more details about the Localism Bill. even start talking to one another. associations like HWA are important to I look forward to a future of Hadley Wood Rod Armstrong enable local people to be involved in the residents and the HWA armed with the community. The Localism Bill making its new legislation leading a local revolution way through Parliament provides the of power to shape and improve the local Power to most dramatic shift of power to local area. the people communities. David Burrowes MP If you have ever been frustrated by a PPS to Rt Hon Oliver Letwin MP In marked contrast planning system which goes over the www.davidburrowes.com to the extraordinary heads of the wishes of Hadley Westminster Office – 020 7219 5414 events in the Middle Wood residents and ends up being Constituency Office – 020 8360 0234 East, in our determined by a Planning Inspector democracy the you will welcome the Bill. It offers power to change the opportunity for the HWA to be Pre-nuptials local and national government is through designated a neighbourhood forum. For better or worse – the ballot box. Who and how that power This would enable a neighbourhood pre-nuptial agreements should be exercised has dominated plan to be drawn up by HWA which are here to stay, but will Parliament’s attention in recent weeks. If determines future planning applications anyone be richer or you were to go to Broxbourne’s Paradise in Hadley Wood. A referendum would be poorer as a result? Few Wildlife Park you would see some held in the neighbourhood and if more people can have failed interesting animals from Papua New than half the people who vote are in to have spotted the The PARK VETERINARY PARK VETERI ARY VETERINARY PRACTICE P Cockfosters Cockfosters foste Clean • Spacious • Air-conditioned Spacious Air-conditioned The only local practice to p Fully Equipped. Fully • Operating theatre • Xrays • Dental Workshop the eatre Woorkshop A be FSA approved for • Laborato • Ultrasound • Endoscopy ory Laboratory Endoscopy insurrance insurance claims. • Advanced Anaesthetic Monitori Advanced ing Monitoring Puppy e • Puppy Parties • Geriatric care Call for details on how to Register d Regis ster 020 8275 0330 (24 hrs) 8275 h or visit www.theparkvets.com ww ww.theparkvets.co om Fr i e n d l y, Friendly, Compassionate e The Place for Puppy g & Caring Professionals. Parties! 2
  • 3. coming to an end. So where does this leave those who wish to protect their wealth on divorce? The good news is that in the right case a pre-nuptial agreement can have decisive and compelling weight. However, much will depend upon the factual circumstances of each case and the overall TAILORING AND REPAIRS BY EXPERTS ‘fairness’ of the agreement. Pre-nuptial agreements remain a sensible option for couples for a variety of reasons; in particular, for those couples who individually have accrued substantial assets and who may have already seen those assets reduced (for example due to a divorce); for those widely reported divorce battle between the who have no intention of having any more prenuptial agreement. It is hardly romantic wealthy German heiress and the City-boy children; and for those who are likely to but can reduce a lot of potential heartache turned academic. The attention-grabbing inherit substantial family wealth and who and a costly and protracted break-up battle. ruling of the Supreme Court for the first time want to protect their assets for future Julian Ribet provides clear guidelines on the circum- generations. If either partner is looking to Julian Ribet is a Partner at leading stances where a prenuptial agreement may protect their assets then it can make a great specialist family law solicitors, Levison influence the division of assets on a divorce. deal of financial sense to execute a Meltzer Pigott This is a significant change – previously (other than in certain limited situations) prenuptial agreements were far less likely to influence a Court. In this case the prenuptial Need legal advice agreement was executed on the understanding that a portion of the wife’s family’s considerable wealth would then be about your options? transferred to her. In broad terms, her prenuptial agreement stated that neither she nor her husband would gain any financial benefit from each other during the marriage, or if it ended. Sadly, the marriage broke down and the couple went to Court to determine how their assets would be divided. The wife wasn’t happy with the initial ruling. She felt that it was too generous to her husband bearing in mind the contents of the The Solution: prenuptial agreement. She appealed against the Judge’s decision and took her case to the Court of Appeal, which held that the first Judge should have given the prenuptial agreement greater consideration. The husband then appealed to the Supreme Court, which dismissed his Appeal. The Supreme Court has set out certain basic one of the country’s leading firms of specialist guidelines in relation to prenuptial agreements: Whilst the Court is not obliged solicitors providing the complete range of to give effect to prenuptial agreements and they won’t be decisive and binding in every divorce, family law and mediation services. case the Court should give effect to a prenuptial agreement that is freely entered into by each party with a full appreciation of We’re here to help. its implications unless it would not be fair to hold the parties to their agreement; A couple To arrange a FREE telephone consultation in complete cannot by agreement between themselves oust the jurisdiction of the Court to resolve confidence please call Julian Ribet, partner, on 020 7556 2400 their dispute; Both parties must enter into a or email jribet@LMPlaw.co.uk prenuptial agreement of their own free will and without any undue influence, duress or pressure; Each party should intend that the prenuptial agreement should govern the financial consequences of the marriage 3
  • 4. Neighbourhood area. This could include policies, changes to streets and parks etc are Planning and the priorities for spending public money managed in the future. locally and Local Development Orders Sounds good? A couple of things need Localism Bill which grant planning permission for to be kept in mind. First, drawing up a When you see the word ‘planning’ in our some kinds of development without the plan that most people are happy with is newsletter do you straightaway think need for further applications not that easy. There is an old saying about planning applications, The local authority check that the plan about three people talking – if they all permissions, appeals etc? Who has is in line with legal requirements, national agree after an hour at least two are lying! proposed to build what where, how big and London strategic policies etc. This is an exaggeration of course but we will it be and how much annoyance with The local authority hold a referendum can all imagine the differences of opinion the builders create? This is probably for local residents. If over 50% of voters which would need to be worked through. what most people think planning is, a approve the plan it is adopted and Second, there can be a lot of work frustrating bureaucratic process. influences what happens in the area. needed to create a good plan. It is not But planning is really about normally a back of an envelope job – but understanding places, what is good or So basically the Bill is suggesting that at the moment it looks like very little bad about them and agreeing on how local communities draw up their own financial or practical help will be offered they should be managed over time. This plans for their areas which will influence to neighbourhood forums. Page 1 used to be called Forward Planning and how planning applications and possibly Third, the Government seem to be pro should provide the basis by which development. They say their Bill aims to applications are decided. devolve responsibility and support The Coalition Government have ideas localism, but also to encourage growth. to shake up the planning system. They They have talked about neighbourhood recently published their Localism Bill plans having to follow a ‘presumption in which is due for royal assent this Autumn favour of sustainable development’. with enactment in Spring 2012. That is, Definitions of the word ‘sustainable’ its content would become law in time for abound, but basically neighbourhood the Olympics. plans that say ‘no growth’ ‘no building The Bill takes forward a lot of Big anywhere’ are unlikely to get anywhere. Society ideas but changes to the CONCERT DINNER I could write reams more, but this article Friday 18th March planning system are seen as at the is probably too long and boring as it is! Reception at 7.00pm with sparkling wine and canapés, forefront of this policy. It describes a new three course dinner and concert. The Brodowski String But as a planner and a Hadley Wood system of Neighbourhood Planning to Quartet will perform the Shostakovitch String Quartet resident I would be really interested in No.8, and Schubert's Death and the Maiden String Quartet allow local communities to have a greater No.14 in D minor. Price: £55.50 per person – table wines finding out if people wanted to start to say in what happens in their area. The extra. Payable on booking. Dress code: Black tie. discuss creating a neighbourhood Privileged accommodation rates apply. system would work something like this: plan for Hadley Wood. Maybe this is Mother’s Day something the Association could take A Neighbourhood Forum is created. Sunday 3rd April forward? This could be three or more local Treat your Mother to Sunday Lunch at our Mary Beale Esther Kurland Restaurant. 3 course lunch, coffee and chocolates (with a residents but where a residents group surprise gift for mum) £40.50 per adult, children under 12 already exists this might be the most £22.00. Payable on booking. Be sure to book early! appropriate way to start. Alternatively treat Mother to Afternoon Tea Dear Editor from £19.95 per person - between 3.30pm and 6.00pm. The neighbourhood area is defined I have received a letter from John Lewis’s and agreed. Relatively straightforward for store offering to quote for building and Hadley Wood, but more complex areas contents cover for our home. I contacted and those that straddle local authority WEST LODGE PARK them and was very surprised to be YO U R C O U N T RY R E T R E AT boundaries could be hard to deal with. Cockfosters Road, Hadley Wood, Herts, EN4 0PY. T: 020 8216 3900 refused cover. Apparently our post code HWN48 Email: wlpreception@bealeshotels.co.uk Web: www.bealeshotels.co.uk The Forum develops a plan for the indicates we live in an area that is at ‘high 4
  • 5. A new lifeline for Labradors in Herts If you need to re-home your Labrador – or you are keen to adopt one – get in touch with The Labrador Lifeline Trust on Hatha yoga classes 01923 446785; they’ve just set up a team starting on 7th May! of experts especially for Hertfordshire. The team is led by Area Co-ordinator, At the Hadley Wood Association Hall Janet Butler, they’ve all got many years (far end of tennis courts Crescent East) experience in fostering and re-homing Every Saturday from Labradors – and their help has never been more important as austerity anonymous to previous owners, the two 9:30 am to 11am compels more and more people to give are never put in touch directly. “Our All levels welcome up their pets. priority is always the dog and its welfare,” You’ll need to wear loose “Traditionally, people have re-homed Janet Butler said. “The whole aim of the their dog because of changes in family Trust is to help Labradors in need.” comfortable clothing and bring circumstances, like ill-health or This is why the team take so much your own mat and blanket. separation. But now we also meet more trouble to find the best possible match Each class costs £10 and more instances where it’s due to between the dog and the new home. As NO BOOKING REQUIRED financial pressure. Some people even Anne Carter, the administrator of The have to give up their houses and move to Labrador Lifeline Trust, told us: “We treat For further information contact property that is unsuitable for dogs, or every Labrador as if it’s our own. We have Alex on 07881820051 where dogs are just not allowed. It’s a a register of potential, approved adopters or email: terrible wrench. People love their dogs, but, if none of them seems absolutely aless1978@breathe.com and we’re there to make the parting as right for a particular Labrador, we’ll place easy as possible by moving their the dog with one of our specialist Experience the benefits of yoga both Labrador to an adopter who will love it fosterers until we identify the new mentally and physically and care for it just as they did.” permanent home that we feel is best.” Janet and her team have a vigorous And it doesn’t matter how old the dog risk of flooding’. I protested that this was vetting procedure for every potential new is, The Labrador Lifeline Trust re-homes nonsense and was referred to a manager home, and they stay in contact with the Labradors of any age. The Trust was who confirmed, after investigation, that adopter for the lifetime of the dog to formed in 1996. It has been active in we could not be covered. He also monitor its wellbeing. The previous owner Hampshire, Surrey, Lincolnshire, mentioned that he had received other can also monitor their dog’s new life Nottinghamshire, Norfolk and Suffolk for calls from this area all of which had been through the Trust but there is total many years, and now looks forward to its refused cover. confidentiality – adopters remain Hertfordshire team being equally Once you have been refused cover you successful. If you’d like to become an are legally obliged to declare it to any adopter – or you need to re-home your future insurer so a refusal is a serious Labrador – or you could offer to foster matter. a Lab, short or long-term – contact Jill Is Hadley Wood really at risk or has an Brooks on 020 8441 0766, email: administrative error been made jill.brooks7@btinternet.com. You can somewhere? Does anyone know who also find out more about the Labrador sets these guidelines? Lifeline Trust at: www.labrador- Yours lifeline.co.uk. Sandra O’Brart Jill and Harry Brooks 5
  • 6. separate ger and ingeniously consisted of a Hozelock pump action container with a shower attachment. The next day, we walked to the newly restored Redone Khombo monastery through acres of straw coloured and red bracken. Our goal was the summit of a nearby mountain for a good view. It was well worth it. As we climbed, we admired the wild rhubarb and fragrant ferns used to make incense. We caught a glimpse of the sand dunes of the “Little Gobi” and the serene monastery nestled in the A Mongolian adventure valley below, greatly enhanced by the We started our journey in Ulaanbataar, sun’s warm appearance. Our descent Mongolia. The bustling capital has a mix was accompanied by the soothing sound of Mongolian, Russian and modern of the monks’ chants gently filling the air. architecture and a generous sprinkling of We joined a nomadic family at their Ger “Irish Pubs”. After a day’s sightseeing we to drink fermented mare’s milk (known left for the countryside. We stopped to locally as Mongolian beer). Our canapés pick up provisions and gifts for a were small blocks of condensed cow’s nomadic family we were due to meet. Our milk. Then, the teenage daughter donned a red satin tunic, poured some mares’ I noticed a queue of lorries waiting to milk (Aryk) in to a bowl and handed it to us enter Mongolia from China. Nothing the to drink. It certainly lived up to its name other way though. A Chinese solider at with a mild background taste and a the top of a watch tower surveyed our twangy kick. It was time to milk the mares. arrival through his binoculars. The red The men round up the foals to suckle flag flapped in the breeze. momentarily before the women moved in I was immediately aware of a marked with a bucket to milk the animals. difference between the two countries. I Tango naturally dropped in to the was struck by the number of new conversation at dinner time. The guide residential and industrial buildings in and her colleague were eager to learn. China. Lacking in style but erect and The dining ger was quickly transformed square, they transmitted the message guide suggested we should buy in to a tango ger! An ideal way to pass a “here I am”! A contrast with the laid- something practical for the family: a very cold evening. back gentleness of Mongolia. packet of rice and a bottle of vodka! I requested a camel ride before we left. We did not realise we could disembark Vodka is the Mongolian central heating We drove off through the steppes and at Erlian, the Chinese border town. We as well as having medicinal properties past a beautiful small lake near to which were a little perplexed as the train pulled and aiding digestion! I was struck by the we spotted some camels and gers. We in to the sidings. An army of Chinese enormous range of Hungarian pickled swapped our jeep for some camels and engineers dressed in navy and yellow cucumbers in the supermarket. we were off. Bactrian camels are larger shell suits worked swiftly around the The urban landscape gave way to the and woollier than their Middle Eastern train. We watched from the window as famous Mongolian steppes which cousins and are also more comfortable our carriage was jacked up so that the stretched forever. We drove through miles to ride. We padded through the steppes bogies could be changed! We finally left of green plains encircled by mountains until we reached the Little Gobi and another hour later. We were in need of a and spotted the occasional herdsman walked up the small dunes. The snack but had been advised by many rounding up his flocks. The temperature cameleers were very jovial and we people not to risk the buffet car. So, in dropped to 6 degrees C and it started to periodically stopped to take some video accordance with the local tradition, we rain. I pulled on my fleece in trepidation at for that Hollywood effect. made up our pot noodles and sat back our approaching three nights of camping. We left the camp after three wonderful to enjoy the rest our journey. We arrived at Delger Ger Camp, in the days and drove back to Ulaanbataar to Erika Lindsay Hogno Khan Nature Reserve, 280kms board the train for our 20 hour journey to West of UB. Our Ger, (see photo), a Jining, China. We were awoken at spacious structure lined with felt and 7.30am by the attendant handing us canvas had a small sink, two beds, a immigration documents to complete. The table and chairs all painted in orange with sun shone as the train trundled through a gypsy style pattern. A wood burning the Gobi desert, punctuated by the stove with a metal pipe flue stood in the occasional ger and herds of animals. middle. We need not have worried about Soldiers scattered along the track saluted the cold. We felt very snug wrapped in us as the train slid in the Mongolian wool blankets and a duvet with a roaring border town of Zamin-Uud. fire to warm us. The shower was in a As we approached the Chinese border, 6
  • 7. Yoga classes to start in Hadley Wood Hatha yoga classes are starting on 7th May at the Hadley Wood Association Hall ( far end of the tennis courts on Crescent Book your car in for any East). Every Saturday from 9:30am to valet and receive a FREE Spray Polish 11am. All levels welcome. or have your Patio+Driveway jet Alex Taylor has been a practitioner of washed and get 20mins FREE yoga for the past 14 years and teacher for Call Adam on 07973 272 347 2 years. She trained with the renowned and worldwide accredited Sivananda Pilates Teacher - Personal Trainer organisation in Tyrol, Austria. Her own Established lower back specialist journey with yoga has been extraordinary and started when she lost a close friend. Would you like a more toned, more flexible, longer, Her dedication to her practice and her leaner, stronger look to your body. These are just a few of the benefits Pilates offers. Private sessions teaching has made her very popular are becoming increasingly popular as exercises can be adapted to among her students. One recently quoted: suit peoples individual needs. “Alex teaches in a very caring way. You The sessions enable you to have a more personal method of learning. Don’t live with back pain book now to see a specialist can tell she is passionate about what she Yoga is for everyone and not just a specific Lower back pain is extremely common and can be acute enough does. I am forty years old and I’d like to group. In the classes the main focus will to stop people functioning normally on a day to day basis. thank her for helping me touch my toes. be on relaxation and combining a variety Pilates is a key exercise method for helping to improve posture and therefore relieve daily aches and pains. This is a real achievement for me!” of energising poses to tone and purify the Contact Stuart on: 07787 552326 Hatha yoga is a combination of poses, body. The focus will be on realigning the or email: stuart@pilates-stuart.co.uk relaxation, and meditation. Men and spine, allowing you to gradually feel lighter women, young and old are all welcome. with time and elongating muscle groups that have become shortened through cardiovascular exercise, such as running The Spring 2011 clothes sale! and gym work. However don’t be fooled, yoga can also be a fantastic workout. At Dawn Ledgard Events... the end of the class, you’ll feel ready to Beautiful clothes at amazing prices! take on your daily challenges. You’ll need to wear loose comfortable clothing and Come and see our extensive range of New, Designer Ladies Trousers, bring your own mat and blanket. Jeans, Separates, Outfits, Rainjackets & HandbagsMany labels Classes cost £10. email Alex, including Gardeur, Nougat, Monari, Signature and lots more too! aless1978@breathe.com for further Wednesday 13th April 2011 10.30 am until 8pm The Hadley Wood information. Association Centre. 7 Crescent East, Hadley Wood, EN4 0EL Alex Taylor (behind the tennis courts & near the station) Everyone is welcome. Bring your friends, come for a coffee & browse in a relaxed atmosphere!£1 entrance & commission from sales go to Cherry Lodge Cancer Care For more info 01344 454423 or 07790326981 Shall we celebrate the Royal Wedding in Hadley Wood? At the recent Hadley Wood Association annual meeting, it was suggested we celebrate the forthcoming royal wedding of Prince William to Kate Middleton on the 29th April. The proposal was that to mark this wonderful event we have a party at the Hadley Wood Association Centre (our village hall) next to the tennis courts. Before we steam ahead with obtaining a budget and start any preparations we need to get some idea of the support we might have from the community. How many HW residents would be interested in attending? We welcome your thoughts and do let us know by the 31st March. Contact either Anna Tasou at annatasou@hotmail.co.uk or Laura on 07949073536. Thank you. 7
  • 8. ALDENHAM CUFFLEY HADLEY WOOD Guide Price £3,350,000 OIEO £3,500,000 Freehold Freehold £2,500,000 Sole Agents Sole Agents Freehold Sole Agents 01923 604321 01707 661144 020 8440 9797 This grand residence retains many of its original features including the An impressive country family residence situated within its own park like grounds A unique architect designed family residence providing in excess of 6500sq imposing front entrance, extraordinary high ceilings with original cornicing, yet with convenient access to Central London and the City. Comprising just ft of accommodation. The property benefits from a fantastic indoor pool original panelling, high set skirting & fireplaces. It has been sympathetically under 7000 sq ft of accommodation with adjoining lodge, the home is set in complex. Situated in a most desirable and private location in the heart of restored with period features reinvented in a contemporary & elegant design. approximately 3 acres of mature and well stocked beautifully landscaped gar- Hadley Wood just off Beech Hill. Providing 5915 sq ft of living space arranged over 4 floors, spanning the entire dens. The property features parquet and limestone flooring, oak panelling, stone east wing of the mansion with privately accessed underground car park. 4 bed- fireplaces and a bespoke fitted kitchen with granite worktops. rooms, 4 en-suites, drawing room, dining room, TV room & fully fitted kitchen. TOTTERIDGE HADLEY HADLEY WOOD £995,000 HIGHSTONE £995,000 Freehold £1,695,000 Freehold Sole Agents Freehold Sole Agents Sole Agents 020 8445 3694 020 8449 3383 020 8440 9797 A semi-detached family home having recently undergone a complete Set behind gates at the end of this desirable cul-de-sac is this beautifully A beautifully presented detached family home with spacious and well refurbishment throughout. The house has also been sympathetically extended presented detached family residence which has been tastefully decorated. planned accommodation comprising 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), to create additional reception space on the ground floor and a spacious master The property offers well proportioned living space and backs onto fields drawing room, dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and suite on the second floor. Lounge/dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, with picturesque views. 3 reception rooms, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and guest cloakroom. The rear garden has a southerly aspect and extension to utility room, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), rear garden. double garage. approx 80 feet as its maximum. HADLEY WOOD HADLEY WOOD HADLEY WOOD £935,000 £725,000 £279,950 Freehold Freehold Leasehold Sole Agents Sole Agents Sole Agents 020 8440 9797 020 8440 9797 020 8440 9797 A well presented spacious planned detached family residence with This attractive and well presented semi-detached home 3 bedrooms being A spacious third floor apartment with outstanding views to the rear over accommodation comprising 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en-suite), open used at present as 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and dressing room (it can greenbelt countryside and a large south facing balcony. There is easy access plan lounge, dining room, kitchen, family/breakfast room, utility room easily be restored to 3 bedrooms if required). On the ground floor there to Hadley Woods local primary school, shops and mainline station. The M25 and guest cloakroom. Integral garage and southerly aspect rear garden are inter-communicating drawing and dining rooms, kitchen/breakfast room is a short drive away. Entrance hall, lounge, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, separate extending to approx 125”. and guest cloakroom. There is a detached single garage and the rear garden wc. extends to approx 125’. The property offers significant scope for extension subject to the usual consents. The Hadley Wood Association 7 Crescent East Hadley Wood Herts EN4 0EL 8449 7193 hadley.woodassoc@btconnect.com www.hadleywood.org.uk Chairman Graham Sharp 020 8449 2133 sharpie14@btinternet.com Editor Publisher Rod Armstrong 020 8449 5924 rodarmstrong@btinternet.com Advertising and Centre Manager Lisa Winston 020 8449 7193 hadley.woodassoc@btconnect.com Advertising Manager Betty Brough 020 8441 6859 bbr1934@aol.com Hall Bookings Karen Fernandes 07831 753 268 Security Task Force Membership secretary/Admin Caroline Berlyn 020 8441 8020 Safe Neighbourhood Team Police Sergeant D.Walker 020 87212688 or 07920 233 775 The Hadley Wood News is published usually during the first weekend of each month. It is a community publication with the objective of bringing local news, views and events to the residents and friends of Hadley Wood. It is non-profit making with any surplus going to the Hadley Wood Association (HWA) for the direct benefit of residents. 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