The website of The Belsize Village Association
XMAS 2011/12
I am again working with Angela King of Heywoods to raise local funds.
Please contact me with any ideas about
the lights and/or fundraising
Robert Follis
Xmas lights organiser, webmaster and owner of this website. Londoner all his life, Belsize resident since 1984, father since June 2008
The 2011 Christmas Lights Campaign
Once again there is no money from Camden at all, so we ask ALL locals to dip into their pockets. The funds collected also pay for the flower baskets in the Village.
To stay informed - register HERE
Donations Please - Drop Cash or Cheques in to
Heywoods Estate Agents - 27 Belsize Lane - NW3 5AS
(cheques made out to Heywoods Estate Agents - attention Angela King)
Donations Please - Via Paypal you can donate with any credit card
The History
In 2008, Angela King of Heywoods and I Robert Follis, arranged for new lights on the 3 large trees in Belsize Terrace and for the main tree opposite the Late Store to be lit using the existing set. The lighting was a big success, a benefit for all residents, traders and visitors to the village, brightening up the gloom of the winter.
In 2009 we repeated and extended the lighting to look even better. The main tree got a full set of top lights and with the help of the Camden Area Forums, we added the two heritage lamposts.
In 2010 we improved the lighting on the two heritage lamps.
In 2011 we add a fifth tree, the silver birch at the corner.
The Belsize Village association pays in full for the lights and needs to raise approx. £3000 from local traders and residents. We own the lights, but cannot install them permanently due to tree growth issues and liability problems. The cost of installation by professional contractor BPA includes £10 million of public liability insurance.
Most village traders are contributing, as are some of the offices and many local individuals.
100% of the contributions are commited to the Village
Anything you are able to donate would be much appreciated!
Any cash left over is used to fund the Village Flowers.
LIGHTING NOTES
All the lighting is energy-efficient LED lighting and running costs are minimal. We own the lights, but cannot install them permanently due to tree growth issues and liability problems. The cost of installation by pro-contactor BPA includes £10 million of public liability insurance.
Thanks To Brendan Pollard of BPA for all his help.
BPA website
Angela's powers of persuasion are key in making the Xmas Lights happen
Angela King is a director of Heywoods Estate Agents, lives in Belsize Park Gardens and has been selling property in the area since 1992. In between she plays polo, drinks in XOand helps old ladies across the road.
Heywoods specialise in the village area and have unparalleled local knowledge.
Christmas Lights Supporter 2010
Some fantasic treatments in the Village
Christmas Lights Supporter 2010
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Children's Shoes On-Sale Now
at
96 Belsize Lane
Local teeth, stay white & shiny locally!
Christmas Lights Supporter 2010
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Christmas Lights Supporter 2010
Website here