IMPERIAL PARK MAIDSTONE

IMPERIAL PARK MAIDSTONE

IMPERIAL PARK MAIDSTONE A great place to call home Welcome to Imperial Park, a stylish collection of contemporary homes from Bellway designed with you in mind and perfect for 21st century lifestyles. Located just outside thriving Maidstone, Imperial Park has excellent connections and is a great place to call home. 3

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147485 Imperial Park 255 x 365 (Host)_Layout 1 25/06/2015 11:27 Page 5 Something for everyone There s plenty of choice at Imperial Park with two, three, four and five bedroom homes set over two and three floors as well as one and two bedroom apartments. With a variety of styles on offer there is sure to be something to suit all buyers, from those just starting on the property ladder to growing families and downsizers alike. 5

A NATURALLY GREAT PLACE TO LIVE Whether you re looking for a gift for a loved one or a new outfit for a special occasion, you ll be sure to find what you need in Maidstone. The town centre is less than four miles away from home with its abundance of high street shops including Marks and Spencer, River Island and WHSmith. You ll also find over 50 stores at the Fremlin Walk Shopping Centre in Earl Street, including House of Fraser, Zara, Fat Face and Pandora. Meanwhile, the Mall on Pad s Hill is home to a number of retailers including BHS, Boots and Next. If your thirst for retail therapy still hasn t quite been quenched, you can travel to Bluewater in Greenhithe in less than 40 minutes. This renowned shopping mall has over 300 stores ranging from fashion to electrical equipment, jewellery to homeware. Big name brands include John Lewis, Cath Kidston, Jack Wills and Mont Blanc. 7

Leeds Castle The elegant Norman stronghold of Leeds Castle rises majestically out the moat today as it has for the past 900 years. Once home to Henry VIII and his first wife Catherine of Aragon, Leeds Castle has a vibrant and varied history. It is a popular Kent tourist attraction with the castle itself as well as falconry, landscaped gardens and grounds, a perplexing maze, unique dog collar museum and the chance to take a segway tour around the estate.

AN OUTSTANDING AREA IN EVERY SENSE The garden of England lives up to its name with many beautiful parks and gardens to explore along with a host of museums, castles and historic houses too. With more than a third of the Maidstone borough being a Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) there are plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling and a variety of other outdoor activities including river cruises, water activities and feeding farm animals at various farm and country parks. The area boasts many other outstanding days out too with history, shopping and family fun easy to find. Kent Life Heritage Farm Park Enjoy hands-on activities based on age-old traditions of the rural past. Set in 28 acres the farm park has animals, tractors, play areas, a café and a gift shop. Iden Croft Herb Gardens Discover how herbs can be integrated into your garden, get hints and tips from experts and buy herbs here, both culinary and medicinal. Ay l e s f o rd This historic riverside village with a 13th century priory, is home to an order of Carmelite monks and now one of the most visited priories in the country. 9

Archbishop s Palace, Maidstone A stunning 14th century building on the banks of the River Medway, formerly home to the Archbishops of Canterbury when travelling to and from London. The Grade I listed building is now the registry office boasting beautiful gardens and the opportunity for newly-weds to arrive and leave by river. 11

INDULGE YOURSELF IN ENTERTAINMENT AND EATING OUT This area is just buzzing with things to do ranging from traditional to contemporary, culture to comedy, chic bistros to cosy country pubs... Maidstone has it all. Maidstone s rich and colourful history means there is no shortage of museums and galleries in town as well as a choice of theatres, cinemas and great places to eat and drink. Lockmeadow Entertainment Centre houses an eight-screen multiplex, nightclub, bars and restaurants while the Hazlitt Theatre and Arts Centre has a packed programme of comedy, drama, dance and music. Characterful streets have a fabulous array of restaurants. You can select fine dining or a wholesome pub meal, visit one of a number of popular chain eateries or something different like Embankments, a floating restaurant by the Archbishop s Palace. And don t forget to treat yourself to a traditional Kentish cream tea.

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Whitstable Kent s fishing and harbor town famous for oysters and great fish any time of the year whether you opt for fine dining or traditional seaside fish and chips. Dating back to before the Domesday book was written Whitstable is a haven for watersports lovers and has tranquil shingle and sandy beaches. 15

Image James Waghorn The North Downs Beautiful chalk hills, ancient woodland and rolling farmlands spanning from Surrey to Dover make up The North Downs. Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims by walking the North Downs way from Farnham to Dover taking in abbeys, churches, castles, villages, meadows and markets on your way.

A FRESHER WAY OF LIFE IN THE GARDEN OF ENGLAND Kent is called the garden of England for a reason it is here you will find acres of unspoilt countryside, home to crops and farming, fruits and hops, gardens, rivers and canals. The whole family can enjoy the great outdoors not far from Imperial Park. Try White Horse Wood, the areas newest country park just outside Maidstone with impressive views and historic ruins to explore, or the Hucking Estate Woodland with various walks taking in ancient and newly planted woodlands. Teston Bridge Country Park offers rural riverside strolls by the Medway and Maidstone Millenium River Park runs on from the country park for 6.6 miles by the river, past bars and restaurants and on to the Kent Life Museum. 17

Image James Waghorn Mote Park, Maidstone Tranquil settings and mature trees are in abundance in this 180-acre multi use park in the centre of Maidstone. There is lots more besides as the park is also home to a watersports centre, a BMX track, pitch and putt, café and picnic area.

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FIND A HEALTHY NEW LIFESTYLE With miles of open countryside and woodlands there is no shortage of outdoor pursuits to try from leisurely golf or ballooning to full-on energetic fun and adrenaline-fuelled activities Go Ape - Leeds Castle Forest adventure suitable for all the family. Get fantastic views of the North Downs from the high ropes, enjoy the Tarzan swing and come back down to earth on a 250m zip wire. Kent Ballooning Exhilarating champagne balloon flights over Kent seven days a week. Take off from one of seven locations and get a memorable look at the panoramic views below including flying over historic Leeds Castle. Maidstone Leisure Centre A family-friendly centre with five swimming pools, a sports hall, fitness suite and soft play area. The centre is home to various classes and clubs from trampolining to scuba training, zumba to yoga. Buckmore Park Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button started out here and you can experience the thrill of racing at Buckmore Park which caters for age 4 and upwards. Just turn up and drive or book a family party.

147485 Imperial Park 255 x 365 (Host)_Layout 1 25/06/2015 11:29 Page 21 Tudor Park Marriott Golf The Tudor Park Marriott Hotel and Country Club is home to one of Kent s finest golf club and spa complexes. The 18-hole PGA championship golf course is set in 200 acres of parkland while the on site health club offers a chance to indulge in a luxurious treatment or take time to relax in the spa. 21

A BRIGHT CHOICE FOR EDUCATION Whether you need to find places now or in the future it s good to know that at Imperial Park you and your family are surrounded by good schools and colleges for all ages Finding the right school for your child or a good place for additional learning as an adult can be a worrying experience with lots of tricky choices to make. From Imperial Park there are a variety of schools within easy reach whether you are looking for state-run, private, selective grammar or specialist colleges. Kent County Council offers lots of information to help you make informed choices on its website www.kent.gov.uk Primary Secondary Further Greenfields Community Primary School 1.7 miles/8 minutes by car Boughton Monchelsea Primary School 1.9 miles/9 minutes by car Madginford Primary School 2 miles/10 minutes by car Cornwallis Academy 2.5 miles/12 minutes by car Maidstone Grammar School 2.8 miles/14 minutes by car Valley Park School 3 miles/20 minutes by car MidKent College, Maidstone 5 miles/20 minutes by car University of Kent - Medway Campus 17 miles/ 36 minutes University of Kent - Canterbury Campus 27 miles, 49 minutes Distances and travelling times from Imperial Park ME17 3NQ are approximate and information taken from Google maps. 23

TOP FLIGHT CONNECTIONS FOR BUSINESS AND LEISURE For a fun day out in cosmopolitan Brighton, to visit one of Kent s many exciting towns and villages, or spend a day shopping in London or Bluewater the excellent road links from Imperial Park will get you there easily. The M20, M2 and M26 are all easily accessible from home with junction 8 of the M20, which runs from the M25 to Folkestone, just five miles away. It s around 30 minutes to the M25 with its links to many of the country s road networks and major motorways. You can be in London in just over an hour and experience all that the country s capital has to offer or head to the south coast that can also be reached in around an hour from home. For travelling further hop on the Eurostar at Ashford International and be in Lille within an hour, Paris in two. London City Airport and Southend Airport are 25 miles away offering national and international flights whilst Gatwick Airport is 31 miles. Aylesford 12 miles 22 mins Bluewater 23 miles 39 mins Gatwick 31 miles 53 mins Folkestone 33 miles 41 mins Central London 43 miles 1 hr 17 mins * Approximate driving distances and times from Imperial Park ME17 3NQ using Google Maps IMPERIAL PARK Ashford 19 miles 29 mins Sevenoaks 27 miles 41 mins Hastings 31 miles 1hr 2 mins Dover 40 miles 46 mins Brighton 55 miles 1 hr 40 mins Ashford International 19 mins Folkestone 54 mins Dover 1 hr 6 mins Gatwick 1 hr 52 mins * All times are approximate and taken from Bearsted Station to destination using National Rail Enquiries. IMPERIAL PARK Canterbury West 46 mins London Victoria 1 hr 4 mins London Waterloo 1 hr 20 mins

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2 GREAT WAYS TO HELP YOU MOVE Buy and sell in one easy move with Bellway Part Exchange. Bellway has always built attractive and desirable new homes. That s why we ve become one of the top ten builders in Britain. But now there s even more reason to choose a Bellway home. To make the whole process of selling and buying easier, we ve put together a range of services to make your move as hassle free as possible. The benefits of this amazing deal include: A fair offer for your old home based on an independent valuation A decision made usually within 7 days No Estate Agents fees to pay A guaranteed price for your old home A stress free move for you The option to stay in your existing home until your new home is ready No advertising fees to pay Part Exchange - the simplest and quickest way to move house! To make the whole process of selling and buying easier, Bellway has put together a range of services. Express Mover is the solution if you want to buy a Bellway home but haven t sold your own house. The Advantages: A recommended local Agent will be used to market your present home You agree the selling price on your present home The Estate Agent works harder making your present home a higher priority to sell Details of your present home will also be marketed in our Sales Centres Bellway will do all the chasing with the Estate Agent to secure a sale for you You get a market price for your present home You can trade up, down or sideways Properties outside our region can be registered on the scheme Most importantly - it s free of charge! Bellway pay your Estate Agent fees Prospective buyers are properly qualified before being given an appointment to view your present home Please note Part Exchange is not available with any other offer and is subject to the Terms and Conditions of our Part Exchange Package. Part Exchange is only available on selected properties, and may not be offered at this development. PASSIONATE ABOUT OUR CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE Our dedicated Customer Care department will ensure your move to a new Bellway home is as smooth as possible For over sixty years the name Bellway has been synonymous with quality craftsmanship and quality homes; we are justifiably proud of this reputation and work hard to provide you with a home that meets with your dreams. From the day a customer visits our sales centre to the move-in day we aim to provide a level of service and after-sales care that is second to none. In recognising the close involvement our customers seek in purchasing their new homes we deliberately gear our sales hand-over process to involve our customers at every possible opportunity. Firstly all our homes are quality checked by our site managers and sales advisors. Customers are then invited to pre-occupation visits; this provides a valuable opportunity for homeowners to understand the various running aspects of their new home. On the move-in day our site and sales personnel will be there to ensure that the move-in is achieved as smoothly as possible. Providing customer care and building quality homes is good business sense. However, we are aware that errors do occur and it has always been our intention to minimise inconvenience and resolve any outstanding issues at the earliest opportunity. In managing this process we have after sales teams and a Customer Care centre that is specifically tasked to respond to all customer complaints. We have a 24 hour emergency helpline and provide a comprehensive information pack that details the working aspects of a new home; a 10 year NHBC warranty provides further peace of mind. We are confident that our approach to building and selling new homes coupled with our Customer Care programme will provide you with many years of enjoyment in your new home.

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A REPUTATION FOR BUILDING BEAUTIFUL HOMES When it comes to buying your new home it is reassuring to know that you are dealing with one of the most successful companies in the country, with a reputation built on designing and creating fine houses and apartments nationwide backed up with one of the industry s best after-care services. In 1946 John and Russell Bell, newly demobbed, joined their father John T. Bell in a small family owned housebuilding business in Newcastle upon Tyne. From the very beginning John T. Bell & Sons, as the new company was called, were determined to break the mould. In the early 1950s Kenneth Bell joined his brothers in the company and new approaches to design layout and finishes were developed. In 1963 John T. Bell & Sons became part of the public corporate scene and the name Bellway evolved. Today Bellway is one of Britain s largest house building companies and is continuing to grow throughout the country. Since its formation, Bellway has built and sold over 100,000 homes catering for first time buyers to more seasoned home buyers and their families. The Group s rapid growth has turned Bellway into a multi-million pound company, employing over 2,000 people directly and many more sub-contractors. From its original base in Newcastle upon Tyne the Group has expanded in to all regions of the country and is now poised for further growth. Our homes are designed, built and marketed by local teams operating from regional offices managed and staffed by local people. This allows the company to stay close to its customers and take key decisions about design, build, materials, planning and marketing in response to local and not national demands. A simple point, but one which we believe distinguishes Bellway. Over 60 years of great homes and great service.

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IMPERIAL PARK MAIDSTONE M25 SOUTHEND-ON-SEA LONDON THURROCK DARTFORD A20 2 A2 CROYDON 3 2 A249 4 GILLINGHAM M25 M20 M2 A299 5 2A 4 5 5 6 M2 7 M26 A20 CANTERBURY 6 A21 Maidstone A28 M20 A228 A229 ROYAL 9 TUNBRIDGE ASHFORD WELLS A2070 A259 MARGATE A28 RAMSGATE A256 A2 DOVER 13 BELL LANE BRISHING LA A274 WELLIS AVEN UE LONGSHAW ROAD BRISHING ROAD BICKNOR ROAD GORE CT ROAD Maidstone SUTTON ROAD BIRCHOLT ROAD BICKNOR WOOD BELTS WOOD A274 LANGLEY PARK Area map Local map Maps not to scale Bellway Homes Ltd, (South East Division) Bellway House, London Road North, Merstham, Surrey RH1 3YU Tel: 01737 644911 Fax: 01737 646317 www.bellway.co.uk The particulars in this brochure are for illustration only. We operate a policy of continuous improvement and individual features such as kitchen and bathroom layouts, doors, windows, garages and elevational treatments may vary from time to time. Consequently these particulars should be treated as general guidance only and do not constitute a contract, part of a contract or a warranty. Designed and produced by thinkbdw 01206 546965. 147485/06/15.

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