On behalf of all of the Peabody teams working here at Parkside, we would like to wish you all a happy, healthy and safe Christmas holiday.
We look forward to working with you all in 2025, and continuing to develop the lovely community that we are growing here.
Bianca and Kerry-Ann Neighbourhood Managers for Parkside
Have fun, but stay safe!
E-bikes and e-scooters are becoming ever more popular as a means of getting round.
But, as their popularity increases, so too are the number of incidents, including fatal fires, that are caused by not storing or charging them properly.
So, if Santa is bringing someone in your household an e-scooter or e-bike as a gift, please make sure you only buy from a reputable seller.
Here are some tips from the London Fire Brigade about buying safely. And, just as importantly, please share these tips on how to charge safely with whoever you buy for.
If you celebrate Christmas, there’s nothing quite as festive as turning your home into a winter wonderland. Whether you keep things minimal or go full-on with decadent decorations, pretty paper chains, Christmas candles and festive fairly lights, make sure you check out our top tips to keep you and your neighbours safe.
Getting crafty this Christmas
If you have an artistic youngster in your household, or one that just loves getting their hands dirty, then please join us and the Parkside Resident’s Collective for our Christmas Crafting session.
Residents are welcome to bring their children to the Community Centre from 46pm on Friday 13 December, where we’ll be making decorations and getting into the Christmas spirit.
Join us for lunch
As we start the countdown to the Christmas holidays, we’d like to invite residents to join us to celebrate.
On Saturday 21 December, Pristine Eats will be providing festive fare at the cafe on Copperwood Place. If you’re interested in coming along, pop into the cafe for more information.
The PRC and Pristine Eats are also working together on a Christmas winter market food giveaway. The final details are still being organised, but look out for posters on the noticeboard in the cafe.
What’s cooking at Parkside?
Pristine Eats Catering and Pristine Youth CIC have teamed up to offer a fantastic opportunity for young people aged 15-40 to gain valuable experience and skills in the vibrant world of catering and hospitality at Parkside Community Centre.
The Young Chefs & Hospitality Programme is a 12-week employability programme designed to provide hands-on experience of the hospitality industry, including:
Catering and Cooking: Learn to prepare delicious meals under the guidance of professional chefs.
Barista: Gain experience in barista skills.
Hospitality: Gain experience in waiting tables, front of house operations, and barista skills.
Events Management: Learn to plan and deliver events, from intimate gatherings to large functions.
What you’ll Gain:
Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate: Fully funded by Pristine Eats Catering upon successful completion of the programme.
Free meal & drink on your shift
Why Join YCHP?
Professional Growth: Develop valuable skills that will set you apart in the job market.
Real-world experience: Build your CV with practical skills and knowledge in a dynamic environment.
Employability Boost: Complete a 10-module programme handbook and 6-module employability handbook focused on enhancing your employability, covering essential topics such as teamwork, time management, and customer service.
Exclusive Benefits: Enjoy discounts on food and events, and take advantage of free fitness sessions.
Amenity Space Update
Supportive Community: Be part of a network of like-minded individuals and supportive mentors.
Career Advancement: Open doors to future employment opportunities within the catering and hospitality industry.
Sign up now for the Young Chefs and Hospitality Programme by clicking here.
For any questions or further information, please feel free to contact pristineeatscatering@outlook.com
We know there has been some confusion about whether phase 1-4 residents are able to use the amenity space. We had planned to make this available to everyone from September, but some last minute hitches mean we’ve been unable to do this. We’re hoping to be able to do this soon, and will contact residents in the new year to let you know more about prices and booking processes.
Christmas opening hours
The Peabody Contact Centre will be operating on the below hours over the festive period.
Monday 23 December 2024 8am-6pm
Tuesday 24 December 2024 8am-6pm
Wednesday 25 December 2024 Closed
Thursday 26 December 2024 Closed
Friday 27 December 2024 8am-6pm
Saturday 28 December 2024 Closed
Sunday 29 December 2024 Closed
Monday 30 December 2024 8am-6pm
Tuesday 31 December 2024 8am-6pm
Wednesday 1 January 2025 Closed
Thursday 2 January 2025 8am-6pm
If you need to report an emergency outside of these hours please call us on 0300 123 3456 and you will get through to our Out of Hours Team.
Residents will still be able to access MyPeabody throughout the Festive Period but we ask that residents ring us to report any emergency repairs.
If residents are experiencing any issues whereby they do not feel safe or their property is not safe – please report to Emergency Services in the first instance.
Parkside Concierge Opening Hours:
Tuesday 24 December 7am-5pm
Wednesday 25 December Closed
Thursday 26 December Closed
Friday 27-Monday 30 December Open as usual
Tuesday 31 December 7am-5pm
Wednesday 1 January Closed
Ardmore site shutdown
Ardmore will be on site at phases 2,3 and 4 on Friday 20 December to carry out final safety and security checks ahead of shutting their work down for the holiday period. They will be returning to work on Thursday 2 January 2025.
Building Safety update
Garden Row, St James House, Regents House, Kew House, Richmond House, Gentian Row
Since our November update, our negotiations with Rydon have continued. Once the final details are agreed, both parties will sign what’s known as a Remediation Settlement Agreement (RSA). It’s at that point that we’ll be in contract with Rydon for the external remedial work.
We remain committed to doing everything we can to reach agreement with Rydon and had hoped to be in contract by now. However, despite our efforts to progress things at pace, agreement hasn’t yet been reached.
As we told you, the programme will be coordinated in a phased programme. Just to remind you, this will be starting with the buildings that do not require an application to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR):
Garden Row Gentian Row St James House
And then move on to the buildings that do require a BSR application:
Kew House Regents House Richmond House
As we outlined previously, the start on site is all subject to the RSA being formalised, so it is likely that the current target date of February 2025 will move.
Once we have the confirmed final programme in hand for all the buildings, including those requiring a BSR application we will share the details with you. This will include a confirmed start date for each building. Please visit www.peabody.org.uk/parkside for further information.
