2nd February 2010 - Plug Into Greener Travel At Royal Arsenal Riverside

As part of the Mayor of London's pledge to make London the electric car capital of Europe, electric vehicle recharging points are springing up across city. Some of the first to be up and running in the London Borough of Greenwich are four charging points at Royal Arsenal Riverside, Berkeley Homes' landmark riverside development in SE18....
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13th January 2010 - Berkeley Homes Re-Locates To New Sustainable HQ

Berkeley Homes (Urban Renaissance) Ltd and St Edward Homes, both subsidiaries of The Berkeley Group, relocated to a new corporate head office on 14 December 2009. The divisions will operate from 13,000 sq ft of the commercial space, at Berkeley Homes' flagship award-winning Chelsea Bridge Wharf, a mixed-use development located on...
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30th January 2010 - Choose A New Home At Royal Arsenal Riverside...

... And Keep Your New Year's Resolutions Without The Effort New Year's resolutions are made with good intentions but come the beginning of February, the inclination to eat better, exercise more and be kinder to the environment is normally on the wane. Buying a new home is often the catalyst for a new lifestyle and could be the perfect...
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12th January 2010 - Move To A Ready Made Community

Contrary to the belief that neighbourliness is dead in modern Britain, steps are being taken to ensure a strong sense of community spirit at a number of new developments springing up in London. One such development is Royal Arsenal Riverside, in South East London where the combination of on site amenities, residents' only facilities and...
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26th November 2009 - Take to The River from Royal Arsenal Riverside Oyster 'pay as you go' on Thames Clippers

Taking the stress out of your daily commute is one of the best ways to improve your mood and general well-being. Rather than being squashed into an overcrowded tube carriage for the journey to and from the office, Londoners are finding that taking to the river is a more relaxing way to travel. From 23rd November, Oyster 'pay as you go'...
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26th November 2009 - Introducing The Target Living Collection At Royal Arsenal Riverside

Berkeley Homes has joined forces with Target Living to unveil an exclusive collection of just eight properties at Berkeley Homes' landmark Royal Arsenal Riverside development in London, SE18. Renowned for their design flair and unique approach to interior architecture, Target Living were the natural partner to conceive a bespoke design...
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7th July 2009 - Secret Gardens At Royal Arsenal Riverside

As we enjoy what is promised to be a good summer after two years of washouts, thoughts are focused on spending time outdoors. It is at this time of year that London's hidden green spaces start to come to life. Tucked away in improbable places behind busy streets and imposing buildings are some of London's most charming gardens, like the...
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31st March 2009 - Buy A Home At Royal Arsenal Riverside

Every Spring London's streets echo with the sound of thousands of feet – trainers pounding the tarmac and cobbles in the name of endurance, personal achievement and more often than not, charity. And this year's London Marathon on 26th April is no different, with an estimated 35,000 runners aiming to complete the 26.2 miles. The...
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12th November 2008 - Sales And Marketing Suite The One-Stop Shop

The Royal Arsenal sales and marketing suite is now a complete one-stop property shop thanks to the arrival of letting agents London Stone Properties. The agency, who specialises in letting properties at Royal Arsenal and in the surrounding area, has set up a self-contained office within the Royal Arsenal sales and marketing suite, which...
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15th October 2008 - From Royal Arsenal To Canary Wharf In 16 Minutes

Berkeley Homes (Urban Living) Ltd has discovered that the Thames Clipper Fast Ferry service, which departs from its Royal Arsenal development in SE18, South East London, is one of the biggest attractions for residents. Over 1,000 people a week board the boats from Royal Arsenal pier. Contact tel 020 8331 7130 or visit...
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19th September 2008 - Berkeley Homes Boss Lives In His Own Scheme

Exclusive Chloe Stothart interview with John Anderson, Chairman of Berkeley Homes (Urban Developments) Ltd and Royal Arsenal resident. Click here to view the video ...
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1st September 2008 - Just Six Mews Houses A Rare Opportunity

Berkeley Homes (Urban Living) Ltd has launched The Armouries Mews Houses at Royal Arsenal in Woolwich, SE18. Only six of these very exclusive and highly desirable Mews Houses are for sale. They offer purchasers a rare chance to own a brand new three-bedroom, two-storey home in London - a glimmer of light for families in the capital who...
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22nd July 2008 - From Royal Arsenal To Rocking Venue In 8 Minutes

Buyers at Royal Arsenal in London, SE18 are benefiting from the development's location as a gateway to a world-class entertainment scene. Residents can sail to the O2 venue in just 8 minutes by taking the Thames Clipper fast ferry service, which departs daily from the on-site Royal Arsenal Pier. In fact, some residents can actually watch...
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25th June 2008 - A Riverside Retreat This Summer At Royal Arsenal

Berkeley Homes (Urban Living)'s Royal Arsenal development in SE18 boasts an attractive stretch of green land adjacent to the River Thames. This is an extremely sought after feature, as many areas close to the river in South East London are derelict or industralised. Residents continually gravitate to this grassy space, especially during...
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25th June 2008 - Ambitious Plans For Woolwich Town Centre

Royal Arsenal residents can look forward to the revitalisation of Woolwich Town centre, with ambitious plans in motion to transform the town into a high-calibre shopping and leisure destination. Royal Arsenal is Berkeley Homes (Urban Living) Ltd's flagship regeneration development in Woolwich, located within walking distance of the...
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25th June 2008 - Students Cement Their Construction Knowledge

Royal Arsenal - the Berkeley Homes (Urban Living) Ltd development in SE18, had some very special visitors on 4th July 2008. Twenty budding house builders from Blackheath Bluecoats secondary school descended on the flagship regeneration scheme in Woolwich as part of their GCSE in Construction and the Built Environment. The visit was...
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10th June 2008 - Going Gastro - Young's Public House Due In 2009

Residents, prospective purchasers and the wider Woolwich community are celebrating the announcement that Royal Arsenal in SE18 will get a public house in 2009. Berkeley Homes (Urban Living) Ltd is pleased to confirm that Young & Co's Brewery has exchanged contracts on the listed Dial Arch building, with a new pub to open in Spring...
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10th June 2008 - Royal Arsenal- A Highly Desirable Place To Live

News headlines have been centred on the economic credit crunch and this has led people to examine their property buying intentions. Buyers are being urged to pick their properties and locations wisely, with a focus on long-term value and potential that can withstand the volatility of the property market. One development that offers...
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29th May 2008 - Encouraging Greenwich Students Into Construction

Over 500 Greenwich school students were hosted by Berkeley Homes at Royal Arsenal in Woolwich recently as part of the annual Construction Careers in Action event. The initiative, organised by the Greenwich Council's Education Business Partnership, aims to help raise awareness among young people of the wide range of employment...
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27th March 2008 - The Woolwich Drama Festival Receives Support

The second Woolwich Drama Festival - a ten-day programme of theatrical events organised by students at the University of Greenwich - is coming to Woolwich from the 5th March. Berkeley Homes is once again donating funds to support the event, following its financial donation in 2007. John Anderson, Chairman of Berkeley Homes (Urban...
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29th February 2008 - Ten Ways To Travel At Royal Arsenal...

... Woolwich Becomes South East London's Biggest Transport Hub Mainline train • Buses • City Airport • Streetcar car club • DLR • Crossrail •Thames Clippers • Cycle Paths • Walk • Woolwich Ferry Driven by the need to travel to the heart of London, purchasers are snapping up apartments at Royal...
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11th December 2007 - Parents Help Children Get On The Property Ladder

With the average house price standing at £200,000, first time buyers are struggling to get themselves onto the property ladder. With this in mind, many parents are purchasing an investment property that doubles up as a way of helping their child in buying their first home. My HQ, the largest and most impressive of the refurbished...
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11th December 2007 - Perfect Location For A Walk In The Sunshine

According to The Tree Council regular walks reduce the stress and the risk of illness while also keeping you fit. In a bid to encourage the public to enjoy the wealth of parks, woods, trees and open spaces in the UK, The Tree Council has nominated May Walk in the Woods Month. Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd's development at Royal...
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11th December 2007 - The UK'S Biggest Venue Attracts Purchaser

After nearly six years of remaining empty and unused, the Millennium Dome located at North Greenwich, on the edge of the River Thames is being re-launched in June this year, as one of the UK's most prestigious music venues. Royal Arsenal, Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd's flagship development in Woolwich, SE18, is perfectly located for...
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11th December 2007 - Work Begins At The Next Phase Of Royal Arsenal

Building work has already begun on the next phase of apartments at Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18. Launching in June 2007, the Armouries is a collection of 455 studio, one, two and three-bedroom new build apartments surrounded by an existing listed building, which is being painstakingly...
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11th December 2007 - Berkeley Homes Launches The Armouries

Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd is delighted to announce the launch of The Armouries, the next exciting phase at its hugely successful Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18. The Armouries is a collection of 455 studios, one, two and three-bedroom new build apartments located within a six-storey building, which is surrounded by an...
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11th December 2007 - Inspirational Sales And Marketing Suite Opens

Visitors to Royal Arsenal in Woolwich are being wowed by a new, inspirational sales and marketing suite, designed to help buyers of The Armouries envisage their new apartment. Berkeley Homes (East Thames) has invested heavily in a state-of-the-art centre that encompasses presentation apartments; technology-based information points and...
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11th December 2007 - Last Chance To Purchase A Piece Of History

There are only two conversion apartments left for sale at MyHQ - the largest and most impressive refurbished building at Berkeley Homes Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18. The historic setting has proved immensely popular with homebuyers and the remaining apartments, one two-bedroom apartment and one three-bedroom penthouses,...
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11th December 2007 - Royal Arsenal Jazz Night Has Residents Swinging

The Firepower Museum at Royal Arsenal in Woolwich, SE18, was the location for a spectacular jazz evening on Thursday 4th October, hosted by Berkeley Homes (East Thames). The evening of swinging jazz was open to residents of the Royal Arsenal development and featured music by a renowned jazz band and was the inaugural event of the 'Royal...
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11th December 2007 - Buyers Gravitate To Royal Arsenal As Woolwich's Renaissance Continues

According to purchasers at Royal Arsenal, house buyers are more impressed by an area's future potential rather than its established reputation. That means in South London, buyers are shunning places like Blackheath, Greenwich, Dulwich Village and Clapham in favour of Woolwich. DLR station due to open early 2009, with direct link to City...
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15th March 2007 - Royal Arsenal Holds Streetcar Open Day

Owning a car is not only expensive and time consuming but it also has an adverse effect on the environment. However, sometimes it is extremely convenient to own a motor vehicle. Members of the public and residents at Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd's Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18 were given the chance on Saturday, March...
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8th February 2007 - Royal Arsenal Offers Streetcar Scheme

Owning a car in London can be very expensive in terms of time and money and it also has an adverse effect on the environment, however sometimes the use of a car is necessary. With this in mind, Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd has provided two parking spaces at their Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18, for members of the new...
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18th January 2007 - Last Chance To Purchase At Artillery House

It's the last chance for purchasers looking to own a property with plenty of character and history at Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd's Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18 as only a few properties remain for sale at Artillery House. Royal Arsenal is the sensitive restoration of one of the largest facilities for the manufacturing...
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16th January 2007 - Royal Arsenal Purchaser Never Misses The Boat

Following the price increase on train fares this year the Thames Clippers Fast Boat service offers a more relaxing way to commute to the city and offers a cheaper method of transport. One purchaser at Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd's Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18 is making the most of the service. Oliver Harrison, Vice...
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11th January 2007 - Renting Leads To A Permanent Stay At MyHQ

What better way to decide if you like a home enough to purchase than by living there first? 33-year-old Werner Hefer and his wife decided to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Building 48 at the Berkeley Homes (East Thames) Ltd Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18. After living there for just one month, they liked it so much that...
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