4
Sep 2012

More than meets the eye

The more time we spend at Sandfields Barn, the more we learn about the village’s past and present. Here are just a few interesting findings about Luddington that conclude with where to enjoy a cold beer after a hard day’s work on site! Past… There is evidence to suggest that William Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway in the original church of Luddington in 1582, which was then burnt down and replaced in the 19th century Descendants of Anne Hathaway, namely John Hathaway and his son, were tenant farmers of Luddington’s Manor Farm from 1706-1775 The oldest building in the village is …read more


28
Aug 2012

Olympic best at The Cube

Birmingham’s The Cube was honoured to welcome a host of world class athletes and journalists through its doors for the Samsung Diamond League’s Press Conference on Saturday. The Cube was swamped with press as super star Mo Farah accompanied Jamaican sprint sensation Shelly Ann Fraser, Men’s Hurdle Champion Aries Merritt and Long Jump Greg Rutherford to the world class building. The gold medallists from the London 2012 Olympic Games accommodated photographs and signed autographs for eagerly awaiting fans before commencing interviews in The Cube’s exclusive clubandspa Lounge. The Cube’s Director, Neil Edginton, who attended the event said, “It’s a privilege …read more


22
Aug 2012

Property Quiz takes on Monte Carlo

EDG Property’s Neil Edginton is delighted to have been appointed Chair of next year’s Midlands Property Quiz, which at its peak has raised in excess of £50,000 a year for charities Birmingham Children’s Hospital and Lionheart. In the diary for 7th February, the popular black tie event will adopt a Monte Carlo theme, with luxury brands Ferrari and Maserati setting the scene for the glamorous evening at Aston Villa Football Club. Having been involved with the Property Quiz for many years, Neil is a big supporter of the charities involved. Birmingham Children’s Hospital has played an integral part at events …read more


20
Aug 2012

From field to roof

Topping out has been taken to an entirely new level at EDG Property’s Sandfields Barn, Luddington, with the installation of a green roof to the contemporary glazed link. From field to roof in the same weekend, the lush pre-grown vegetation mat utilises a mix of sixteen varieties of sedum plants. All responsibly sourced and sustainably grown in the UK, the sedum is drought resistant and low maintenance. Sustainability conscious, EDG Property’s Neil Edginton commented, “To stay true to the picturesque rural location, we felt the investment in the roof was essential. From afar the contemporary link will simply merge in …read more


17
Aug 2012

Prime position at The School Yard To LET!

With almost all commercial space already Let at The School Yard, Harborne, EDG Property now complete the mix with release details of an amazing 5,000sq ft. restaurant/retail unit with mezzanine, fronting the new public square. An eclectic mix of eateries, including Metro Continental and Prezzo, plus the delights of Food School Kitchen are already promised at EDG Property’s new development. And now, interest is expected to be high for Unit 4, which comes complete with a demised outdoor seating area. Unit 4 has been granted planning consent for A1/A3 use and is situated in the architecturally stunning, new build part …read more