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Christmas Elves in the Central SANG
Calling all Elf Detectives
We have heard reports that playful Christmas Elves are heading to the Central SANGs again from 16th to 22nd December.
We need some help checking up on them to make sure they are not getting into too much mischief. So why not have a festive walk through the Central SANGs and see who you spot playing in the trees!
The elves mentioned that they love receiving letters. If you would like to send them a letter or a drawing, they would certainly write back and send a little Christmas gift!
Please send letters to: The Christmas Elves, Mindenhurst Project Office, Newfoundland Road, Deepcut, GU16 6SR. Alternatively just send a photo of your letter to hello@mindenhurst.co.uk and we will pass it on.
Don’t forget to share pictures of your elf hunt with us on Facebook at Facebook/MindenhurstDeepcut.
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Christmas Tree Recycling
Don’t forget to drop off your Christmas tree at our recycling point after Christmas.
We’ll recycle and reuse them on the development, so, if you want your Christmas tree to have a lasting place at Mindenhurst then please bring it to one of our two recycling points. We will be collecting trees between 26th December and 8th January.
If you need help just email us at hello@mindenhurst.co.uk and we can arrange for it to be collected after 4th Jan.
The map below shows the two locations of our tree recycling point, one outside our project office in Newfoundland Road, and the other in the carpark on Brunswick Road just opposite the entrance to Ridges Rise.
Construction Update December 2022
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- We will refill the trench on Blackdown Road and reopen the footpath before the Christmas period.
- There will be an increase in site traffic as we continue with the demolition of the Fuel Depot in the Southern SANG.
Residents who live nearby will receive further information. As always, our team will closely monitor noise levels and stay within the agreed working times. - The team is progressing the Loop Road construction works and in coming weeks we will be starting work on the drainage system. There will be some additional traffic to deliver machinery and materials to support these works. Our refurbishment of St. Barbara’s Church continues, the next stage of work includes repairs and external painting.
- Our landscaping team will carry out maintenance along the Village Green, Central SANGs and Mindenhurst Road.
Hannah’s New York Trip
As part of her work on our Junior Leadership Team, Hannah – Mindenhurst’s Environmental Advisor – had the opportunity to visit our Building Team in New York.
It was a great opportunity to learn all about the work we do in the US, and a chance for the two teams to share knowledge and learn from one another.
Hannah delivered a presentation on how at our team looks after staff’s mental health, sharing the work our mental health ambassadors do on a daily basis and the training we provide to our staff – this talk was part of an initiative to share our leading mental health awareness scheme.
The group had a jam packed visit, including visits to the Penn Station upgrade works and Moynihan Train Hall, St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church which sits on the 9/11 memorial campus, North Shore University Hospital, the upgraded Empire State Guest Experience, and The Oculus.
#loveconstruction #careersinconstruction
Hope Hub Donations
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The Hope Hub is a registered charity working to prevent and end homelessness in Surrey Heath Borough and surrounding areas.
Last year the Mindenhurst team volunteered with The Hope Hub by sorting donations and preparing food parcels for homeless and vulnerable residents.
This year we are collecting donations for their Christmas wishlist at the project office:
- Primark Vouchers
- Sim Card Vouchers (£10)
- Sainsbury’s voucher (£10)
- Waitrose Vouchers
- Christmas gift packs for men and women’s toiletries and washing items
- Men’s deodorant
- Superdrug gift packs for toiletries and washing items
- Greggs vouchers
- Wilco vouchers
- Men’s and ladies’ fleeces (medium and large sizes)
- Warm Socks
- Thermal Gloves
- Thermal underwear
- Joggers (Men’s and ladies (M & L)
- Men’s t-shirts : M & L
- Men’s Jeans (medium eg 34” regular leg)
- Back Packs (medium size – not large hiking size)
- Chocolates & Other festive sweets
- Moisturiser
- Lip Salve
- Puzzle books (crosswords, word search etc)
- Costa vouchers
- MacDonald’s Vouchers
- Chocolate biscuits
- Starbucks Vouchers
- Hand warmer packs
- Christmas Variety packs
- Sleeping bags
- Cereals
- Crisps
- Biscuits (packets and bars)
- Tinned tomatoes
- Tinned vegetables
- Mug Shots
- Pot Noodles
- CupaSoup
- Canned fish and meats (with ring pulls)
- Soft drinks (no alcohol)
- Christmassy food stuffs and sweets (no perishable please)
- Selection boxes
- Small Christmas puds (individual if possible)
- Nuts (salted and unsalted)
- Tins of custard
- Long-life milk
- Items we would buy as treats for ourselves (food or otherwise)
- Puzzle books
- Hand warmers etc, eg
- TERRATHERM adhesive Toe Warmers
- Hot Hands Instant Hand Warmers
- Bramble – 5 Premium Emergency Thermal Survival Weatherproof Sleeping/Bivvy Bag
- MEKKAPRO Emergency Mylar Thermal Blankets
Keep hedgehogs safe this bonfire night
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Join the BTO garden BirdWatch
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Construction Update November 2022
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- Following the approval of the Loop Road (reserved
matters) planning application, we have begun
work on the new Loop Road at the site of the
former Princess Royal Barracks. The Loop Road
will facilitate access for future residential parcels
and is on track to be completed next summer. - We will finish demolishing the Officers Mess on
Minorca Road. - To make way for the Southern SANG, we will finish the
demolition works in this area, including the old fuel
depot. As always, our team will closely monitor levels
of noise and dust during the works and take steps –
such as dampening the area – to reduce the impact
on residents. - We will carry out tree protection works and remove a
small number of select trees to make way for the Loop
Road and to allow demolition works inside the wire. - We will repair and install white lining, bollards and
signage along the spine road. Some sections of
footpath will be closed during construction, with
clearly signposted diversions in place to help you
on your way. - Our refurbishment of the iconic St. Barbara’s Church
continues, including the final stages of paint stripping
works, followed by re-decoration.
Macmillan Coffee Morning
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A huge thank you to everyone who attended the MacMillan bake sale at our community drop-in event, we raised a grand total of £61.
It was really excellent to meet you all and we hope you enjoyed the cake! #MacmillanCoffeeMorning