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October opening for Harborne’s old school playground
It’s exciting times for The School Yard, EDG Property’s Harborne clock tower development, with the old school playground now transformed into an amazing private square and all set to open this October. The new £1/4million square will be the first of its kind in the area; a place people really are not expecting to see off Harborne High Street. It is inspired by its former use, adopting a hopscotch theme, using clever landscaping and lighting to create a characterful space for people to meet and dine. European in style, the entrances to the square have been kept deliberately narrow to …read more
Headmaster’s House released to sealed bidders
A limited opportunity has arisen to purchase the former Headmaster’s House at The School Yard, Harborne. This is a once in a lifetime chance to own a piece of history, dating back to 1881. The house is Grade II listed and is 2 to 3 bedrooms, with a beautiful walled garden. It has been structurally restored however, the interior requires re-fitting. Due to the high levels of interest already received, the property will be sold via a sealed bids process with bids only accepted from proceedable purchasers. Entries close at 5pm on Wednesday 4th September 2013. Any interested party should …read more
Performance beyond compliance
GF Tomlinson has been awarded a ‘Performance Beyond Compliance’ certificate by the Considerate Constructors Scheme, in recognition of The School Yard project’s achievement. The aim of the Scheme is to improve the image of construction. All registered sites are monitored and those who are performing at the highest levels are rewarded. The School Yard’s main contractor scored well in each of the five assessment categories; Enhancing the Appearance, Respecting the Community, Protecting the Environment, Securing everyone’s Safety and Caring for the Workforce. Neil Edginton, Director of EDG Property said; “The School Yard’s High Street location makes for a logistically difficult …read more
Sales success at The School Yard demonstrates purchaser appetite
Sales success has been announced at EDG Property’s School Yard scheme in Harborne following an exclusive, private release of boutique apartments and townhouses to early registrants. Due to demand, 25 per cent of the homes at the mixed use scheme were specifically released at priority event – and all were snapped up in one week. Purchasers have been attracted by the unique nature of the scheme which embraces both the heritage of the listed clock tower and the contemporary new build of the residential building. The boutique homes boast some enviable features including private rooftop terraces and zen gardens alongside …read more
Historic clock winds up for first time in decades at The School Yard
The original 150 year old clock which has marked time for Harborne residents since the late 1800s has been fully refurbished with ground-breaking horological technology as part of a £30,000 restoration programme. Originally manufactured by John Smith and Sons of Derby (now known as Smith of Derby), the restoration of the clock at Harborne Clock Tower has been completed by the same firm. The works to the listed tower and the clocks are part of the £5m The School Yard scheme by EDG Property, which will see the redevelopment of the historic school building into restaurants and a new residential …read more