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  Thread: Free - Wooden Pallets
Post: Free - Wooden Pallets

I have two wooden pallets that arrived with some bulk bags of building materials if anyone has use for them. I am on Woolstone Road and they are in the side alleyway so may be collected anytime. ...
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,604 18-05-2016, 09:41 AM
  Thread: Life in SE23 - Eateries
Post: RE: Takeaways

We had a couple of takeaway pizzas today (you have to go in to order at the moment - although it only took a few minutes) and they were excellent (perhaps the best that I have had in the UK) and surpr...
Chipcity Businesses & Services 122 115,119 02-01-2016, 10:19 PM
  Thread: Solar Panels
Post: RE: Solar Panels

In addition to all of the potential issues raised above, you will need to check the proposed agreement with your mortgagee. Even if you do not have a mortgage a future buyer may and there may be prov...
Chipcity Wider Topics 6 6,969 26-09-2015, 06:32 AM
  Thread: Shed offered for free
Post: Shed offered for free

Hi, We are reconfiguring our garden and no longer need a shed that is 122cm deep by 185cm wide. Picture attached. I attach a picture and we are located on Woolstone Road SE23. It would need to be d...
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,700 01-07-2015, 01:02 PM
  Thread: Redevelopment of 2 Church Rise
Post: RE: 2 Church Rise

I am not a planning expert but the link that you posted is for further details in compliance with the satisfaction of one of the conditions from the main planning consent (i.e. click on the "Related c...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 35 34,768 29-06-2015, 04:51 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Station Subway
Post: RE: Forest Hill Station Subway

Unfortunately I was not able to help out on Saturday but I saw the results of the hard work on Sunday. The cladding looks like new.....
Chipcity SE23 Topics 195 190,218 13-04-2015, 11:40 AM
  Thread: Location, Location,Location
Post: RE: Location, Location,Location

I must confess that I enjoy the South East London episodes as they promote the area. An offer was made on the Forest Hill flat but they withdrew on the basis that the lease contained "unusual" prov...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 18 22,605 16-02-2015, 04:28 PM
  Thread: Bathroom installation
Post: Bathroom installation

Hi, can anyone recommend a good local bathroom installer.
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,306 22-12-2014, 08:31 AM
  Thread: Bakerloo Line Extension
Post: RE: Bakerloo Line Extension

Copied from the BBC website today:- Bakerloo Line extension consultation begins Bakerloo Line extension map A public consultation has begun into plans to extend the Bakerloo Line. The proposals woul...
Chipcity Wider Topics 89 91,044 30-09-2014, 10:00 AM
  Thread: L&Q Housing
Post: RE: L&Q Housing

Hi, I assume that the tenant above is a private leaseholder (i.e. they own their flat under a long lease) and that your mother is a L&Q tenant? If so, L&Q will likely be acting for agents for th...
Chipcity Wider Topics 5 7,056 10-09-2014, 04:20 PM
  Thread: Railway Telegraph
Post: RE: Railway Telegraph

Controversial perhaps, but in my opinion the exterior would have been more attractive and inviting if they ditched the navy paint on the ground floor windows railings etc. for a more modern colour esp...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 53 45,424 28-08-2014, 04:08 PM
  Thread: Kitchen fitter
Post: Kitchen fitter

Hi, I am looking for a fully insured kitchen fitter in Forest Hill and any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,309 22-08-2014, 04:58 PM
  Thread: Problems with negligent owner of upstairs property
Post: RE: Problems with negligent owner of upstairs prop...

Hi, You are correct that you do not have to pay the ground rent until you receive a valid demand and I believe that the relevant statutory limitation period is six years for ground rent - although ...
Chipcity Wider Topics 15 15,438 21-08-2014, 05:45 PM
  Thread: Problems with negligent owner of upstairs property
Post: RE: Problems with negligent owner of upstairs prop...

Hi, I assume that your solicitors on your purchase checked the address on the freehold title ie. the upstairs flat. A practical way of trying to find a service address for the freeholder is to check...
Chipcity Wider Topics 15 15,438 18-08-2014, 02:54 PM
  Thread: Work started on the Honor Oak pub
Post: RE: Work started on the Honor Oak pub

Honor man - Just wondering whether you wear string vests?
Chipcity SE23 Topics 37 37,425 15-08-2014, 05:09 PM
  Thread: The Capitol to close
Post: RE: Capitol to close

Agreed although I was pointing out that it is unlikely that the owner is itself a cinema chain (as has been suggested) but that this does not mean that they are not seeking to let to a cinema.......wh...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 238 243,979 04-07-2014, 09:57 AM
  Thread: The Capitol to close
Post: RE: Capitol to close

The Land Registry registered proprietor of the freehold is "Exempt Property Unit Trustees Limited" and a quick search of the internet does not reveal any apparent connection to a cinema chain. Howeve...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 238 243,979 03-07-2014, 04:54 PM
  Thread: lost keys
Post: lost keys

Just wondering if anyone found my keys that dropped out of my bag between woolstone road and forest hill station today. They have a waitrose tag on them. Please PM me if so. Thanks
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,742 03-03-2014, 09:55 PM
  Thread: floor fitter required
Post: floor fitter required

Any recommendations for a solid wood installer in or around forest hill would be greatly appreciated.
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 1,616 16-02-2014, 08:03 AM
  Thread: Devonshire Rd under water
Post: RE: Devonshire Rd under water

I doubt that it will be Pedders as I understood that the planning application had been refused.
Chipcity SE23 Topics 21 18,593 04-09-2013, 03:24 PM
  Thread: Local handyman wanted
Post: Local handyman wanted

I am based in FH and any recommendations for a reasonably priced handyman (wallpaper stripping etc) would be greatly appreciated.
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 2 6,984 03-09-2013, 06:33 AM
  Thread: Location, Location,Location
Post: RE: Location, Location,Location

The following is a link to the trailer http://www.channel4.com/programmes/location-location-location and the flat shown is on Woolstone Road...... FH
Chipcity SE23 Topics 18 22,605 02-09-2013, 01:20 PM
  Thread: Free Wochester Greenstar 25si condensing boiler
Post: Free Wochester Greenstar 25si condensing boiler

I attach a picture of the Worchester Greenstar 25Si condensing boiler that is no longer required due to the reconfiguration of the central heating system. It is believed to be approximately 6-7 y...
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 1,653 29-08-2013, 11:49 AM
  Thread: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette)
Post: RE: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette)

The launderette has been closed and does anyone know whether it has been sold and what the proposed use is?
Chipcity SE23 Topics 156 138,361 16-08-2013, 08:22 PM
  Thread: Shops, pubs, restaurants, etc
Post: New shop - behind FH station

Does anyone know what the new shop currently being fitted out behind FH station is, although I had seen a alcohol licence notice so perhaps a convenience store?
Chipcity Wider Topics 301 213,601 02-07-2013, 10:28 PM
  Thread: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette)
Post: RE: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette)

I agree that it was a mistake to contest the planning application as it is apparent that the cost of bringing the shop front up to an acceptable standard probably makes no commercial sense with the cu...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 156 138,361 02-07-2013, 09:14 AM
  Thread: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette)
Post: RE: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette)

I agree that it is a shame for such a dilapidated frontage remains in such a prominent position. I have no views over the use if the frontage was kept up to a reasonable state of repair. I have ch...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 156 138,361 21-06-2013, 04:46 PM
  Thread: Extra carriages for Overground trains?
Post: RE: Extra carriages for Overground trains?

That was one of the reasons that we did not consider Brockley when we purchased in Forest Hill as the extra couple of stops sometimes makes it almost impossible to get on.... and a tight fit if you ca...
Chipcity Wider Topics 4 5,092 17-05-2013, 12:51 PM
  Thread: Builder recommendation
Post: Builder recommendation

Please can anyone recommend a reasonably priced builder for some maintenance work in FH. Please PM me with any recommendations....:thumbsup:
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,985 09-05-2013, 04:53 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Station Subway
Post: RE: Forest Hill Station Subway

Hi Michael, I have listed the graffiti with a pitcure and hopefully they will act promptly..............
Chipcity SE23 Topics 195 190,218 03-04-2013, 10:12 AM
  Thread: Forest Hill Station Subway
Post: RE: Forest Hill Station Subway

It is a shame as it was starting to look presentable and hopefully the cladding is specially treated...... I can only assume that the cladding reminds the “artists” of the white boards at primary s...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 195 190,218 02-04-2013, 11:55 AM
  Thread: Location x3
Post: RE: Location x3

Catford does seem to be a good medium to the longer term investment as in particular, Lewisham Council have acquired the head lease interest of the shopping centre (they already owned the freehold) an...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 10 13,368 25-01-2013, 09:26 AM
  Thread: Location x3
Post: RE: Location x3

Phil seems particularly keen on Forest Hill and his advice about buying in the Forest Hill / Catford borders is in my opinion good advice as there are a number of properties for Catford money but that...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 10 13,368 25-01-2013, 12:06 AM
  Thread: Wanted - Stokke High Chair
Post: Wanted - Stokke High Chair

Hi, we are looking for a used but in very good condition Stokke High Chair. Kind regards.
Chipcity Offered, Wanted, Lost & Found 0 2,734 20-01-2013, 03:26 PM
  Thread: Morning travel experiences?!
Post: RE: Morning travel experiences?!

I do the Forest Hill to Canada Water commute every day and although busy the people using the trains to London Bridge takes the pressure off. The overground trains are frequent, clean and not overly c...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 14 12,194 16-01-2013, 11:36 PM
  Thread: Location Location Location
Post: RE: Location location location

It is on Woolstone Road and I like the way that Phil said that Forest Hill was undervalued.....
Chipcity SE23 Topics 14 15,413 03-01-2013, 11:41 PM
  Thread: Forest Hill Station Subway
Post: RE: Forest Hill Station Subway

Not unsurprising the graffiti has started to return and hopefully that shade of green will not be discontinued any time soon as I suspect that it will be needed for the foreseeable future. Surely this...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 195 190,218 03-01-2013, 09:27 PM
  Thread: Do you own a black long haired cat near Woolstone Road?
Post: Do you own a black long haired cat near Woolstone ...

A long haired black cat (male I think) has on a couple of occasions wandered into my house and taken a nap. He is very friendly and has a collar with a bell but no tag. He is often around Woolstone Ro...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 2 4,883 07-12-2012, 08:50 AM
  Thread: Home burglaries
Post: RE: Home burglaries

Although we have a tall and secure side gate for the shared alleyway, I have just purchased some razor spikes (together with a warning sign - although I am not sure whether these type of people deserv...
Chipcity Wider Topics 6 6,749 19-11-2012, 02:10 PM
  Thread: Police at St George's Church
Post: RE: Police at St George's Church

Given the apparent escalation of incidents you would have hoped that the police would increase their prescence as I do not recall seeing any walking patrols recently. I appreciate the need for cut ba...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 6 9,107 16-11-2012, 10:43 AM
  Thread: Forest Hill Station Subway
Post: RE: Forest Hill Station Subway

The station lifts only service the platform levels and although I appreciate that the extra distance may be more inconvenient to some, I am very pleased to see that progress is finally being made. Of...
Chipcity SE23 Topics 195 190,218 15-11-2012, 03:47 PM
  Thread: Home burglaries
Post: Home burglaries

Just to alert everyone to double lock your front doors as there have been a number of opportunist break ins (at least two yesterday) with the front doors being kicked in within the Forest Hill / Catfo...
Chipcity Wider Topics 6 6,749 15-11-2012, 02:30 PM