Tapton Court Update

by | Mar 3, 2022 | Blog, News & Events, Recently Acquired, Updates

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March, 2022

TAPTON COURT UPDATE

We have begun work to convert the Grade II listed Tapton Court in Sheffield into 14 apartments

The villa, built in 1868 for one of the town’s many steel magnates, is a glorious building surrounded by mature trees on an elevated site to the west of the city.

Teams of specialists are now working on the building to preserve the original staircase with its stained-glass window and other features.

A neighbouring annexe, Ranmoor House, built in the 1930’s, is also being converted to provide 18 apartments.

The original Gate House on Shore Road will become an individual property as will the stable block at the rear of the site.

We are also building just four, family sized four bedroom houses to the north of the site.

Approached up a formal drive with landscaped grounds, private gardens and terraces, this will be a very special development, in a location convenient for central Sheffield but also giving easy access to the Peak District.

Managing Director Georgina Lynch said: “Tapton Court is an imposing property on a mature wooded site and has been on Sheffield Council’s Building’s at Risk Register.

“It is very satisfying to be able to work on buildings like this, preserve what is there and give them new use as modern homes with character.

“This will be another PJ Livesey legacy development where people love to live.”

In detail, there will be seven one bedroom apartments, 14 two bedrooms and 11 apartments offering three bedrooms. The Gate House and the Stables will both have three bedrooms. The new build houses will have four bedrooms.

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First Phase of The Clock Tower Now Sold Out

by | Feb 22, 2022 | Blog, Current Developments, News & Events, Sales Information, Updates

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FEBRUARY, 2022

FIRST RELEASES NOW SOLD

The first apartments in the converted Terry’s Clock Tower at York sold off-plan within days.

The first apartments in the converted Terry’s Clock Tower at York sold off-plan within days of being released for sale.

Due to the demand, we are now releasing the next phase of homes in this unique building and expect to see similar interest.

We are also fitting out two new show homes which will give an indication of the scale and character of these exceptional properties.

Both show apartments are duplexes but offer very different living options. Apartment 102 has a dramatic galleried living area leading out onto a private balcony and a self-contained master bedroom suite, again with its own private balcony, all on the lower level. On the upper level a second large bedroom and bathroom together with a utility room and overlooking the living area a wonderful study area or bed deck.

Apartment 101 offers lower level living leading out onto a private balcony and on the upper floor a master bedroom suite and a second bedroom, bathroom and linen store.

We are planning to reveal these wonderful spaces at the National Launch in March so be sure to register your interest to ensure an invitation.

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Group Sales Manager Gavin Pearce, said: “The Clock Tower is such a significant landmark for the city and buyers really appreciate its history and the wonderful location and want to be part of it.

“The apartments are very cleverly designed to incorporate as many features as possible and make the most of the Tower’s vast space.

“As a developer we always try to create spaces that are practical as well as beautiful and fitted out to the highest standard so they become a new built legacy. There are only 22 apartments in the Clock Tower and half have now been reserved.

“The new show apartments are stunning and we are looking forward to welcoming people to come and view.”

The scheme is due for completion this summer.

The Clock Tower is being sold through Savills New Homes office in York city centre and staff there will be happy to give more details of the apartments available, discuss buyers’ individual circumstances and arrange viewings – CALL SAVILLS ON 01132 201 238

The first apartments in the converted Terry’s Clock Tower at York sold off-plan within days of being released for sale.

Due to the demand, we are now releasing the next phase of homes in this unique building and expect to see similar interest.

We are also fitting out two new show homes which will give an indication of the scale and character of these exceptional properties.

Both show apartments are duplexes but offer very different living options. Apartment 102 has a dramatic galleried living area leading out onto a private balcony and a self-contained master bedroom suite, again with its own private balcony, all on the lower level. On the upper level a second large bedroom and bathroom together with a utility room and overlooking the living area a wonderful study area or bed deck.

Apartment 101 offers lower level living leading out onto a private balcony and on the upper floor a master bedroom suite and a second bedroom, bathroom and linen store.

We are planning to reveal these wonderful spaces at a preview launch so be sure to register your interest to ensure an invitation.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST
Group Sales Manager Gavin Pearce, said: “The Clock Tower is such a significant landmark for the city and buyers really appreciate its history and the wonderful location and want to be part of it.

“The apartments are very cleverly designed to incorporate as many features as possible and make the most of the Tower’s vast space.

“As a developer we always try to create spaces that are practical as well as beautiful and fitted out to the highest standard so they become a new built legacy. There are only 22 apartments in the Clock Tower and half have now been reserved.

“The new show apartments are stunning and we are looking forward to welcoming people to come and view.”

The scheme is due for completion this summer.

The Clock Tower is being sold through Savills New Homes office in York city centre and staff there will be happy to give more details of the apartments available, discuss buyers’ individual circumstances and arrange viewings – CALL SAVILLS ON 01132 201 238

Special Delivery for School Children

by | Dec 21, 2021 | Blog, Community, News & Events, P J Livesey News

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DECEMBER, 2021

SPECIAL DELIVERY FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN

We were pleased to support the work of the PTA at Cavendish Road Primary School

We were pleased to support the work of the PTA at Cavendish Road Primary School in Didsbury by providing each pupil with a new reading book for Christmas – and very grateful to Santa for taking time out to deliver them in person on the day of the school’s Xmas Fair. Managing Director Georgina Lynch said: “The joy of reading is really important and we hope all the children enjoy their books.
“Schools and teachers have had a tough time over the last two years and we were pleased to support the work of the PTA as it continues to organise the extra activities and treats that are so appreciated. “We have delivered many schemes in Didsbury and it continues to be one of Manchester’s most popular areas for many reasons – including great schools.”

Time Moving on for Terry’s Clock Tower

by | Dec 21, 2021 | Blog, Current Developments, New Properties, News & Events, Sales Information, Updates

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December, 2021

TIME MOVING ON FOR TERRY’S CLOCK TOWER

York’s iconic Terry’s Clock Tower clock will soon be marking time once again.

The city landmark – once the timekeeper for thousands of factory workers – has not worked since chocolate production on the site ended in 2005.

The PJ Livesey Group, which converted the original factory building into apartments, is now converting the tower and commissioned experts from Smith of Derby to bring the clock back into working order. The restored clock faces etched with the words ‘Terry’s York’ were re-installed in a complex operation three years ago and now the intricate working mechanism is ready to get the giant hands moving once again.

Sales and Complex Projects manager for Smith of Derby, Martin Butchers said: “This has been an amazing project that has required not just all our skills but some deft detective work by the team.

“Terry’s is a rare Waiting Train Clock, made by Gents of Leicester, which is powered, not by battery, but by an electrical impulse from a master clock. It was a visionary concept, well ahead of its time, but by the 1940s had already started to fall out of use.

“When we came to remove the clock we were absolutely heart-broken to discover that the acual mechanism was not there. Despite extensive inquiries and a great deal of effort by many, many people it was never found so we set about finding original parts to recreate it.”

This search involved speaking to horologists all over the country, chasing tip-offs and poring over auction house catalogues and eventually the team sourced the majority of the parts needed.

Martin said: “The workings of the clock are made up of the central waiting train and master clock, the trickle charger, low voltage warning bell and batteries together with connecting rods and joints.

“Under the approved planning permission we had to find replacement parts from the same era and by the same maker – Gents of Leicester – to effectively replace, as far as possible, with like for like. We have achieved this with the exception of the connecting rods and a few joints so essentially, the working system will be pretty much as original.

“It has been quite a challenge but the excitement when one of us managed to track down a part was huge and the day we put everything back together was quite momentous for everyone involved.

“The mechanism is now all complete and being safely stored waiting for the day it can be installed and the clock can once again mark time for York.”

Conversion work on the tower is well underway to create 21 unique homes within the Grade II listed building and sales are due to launch through Savills in the New Year with the project complete by late summer.

PJ Livesey Managing Director Georgina Lynch said: “Terry’s is so much part of the history of York and the clock tower such a landmark that it will be a significant moment when the clock is working once again.

“It is huge tribute to the team from Smith of Derby that we have reached this point and to our teams who are now working on the building to create some truly lovely homes.

“Without this new use there was a danger of the buildings falling into decay so it will be lovely to see the tower lived in and loved just like the neighbouring Factory Building.”

PJ Livesey has ensured the space behind the clock face is accessible by lift and discussions about potential limited public access are now taking place with local heritage groups.

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Terry’s Clock Tower Apartments – First Look

by | Dec 1, 2021 | Blog, Current Developments, New Properties, News & Events, Sales Information, Updates

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DECEMBER, 2021

TERRY’S CLOCK TOWER APARTMENTS

First look at this iconic development

Work to convert the iconic clock tower at the former Terry’s Chocolate Factory in York is progressing well and the first homes in this landmark Grade II listed building will be launched for sale in spring 2022.

Interest in this very special development is high and with just 21 properties available we are encouraging people to register their interest to ensure access to special events and detailed information.

Group Sales Manager Gavin Pearce, said: “We can’t to wait to show the spaces that are being created here. Each of the apartments is different, some with terraces, others with private gardens while the upper floor duplexes will have magnificent views towards the city or across the racecourse.”

The clock tower is one of five Grade II listed buildings that make up the purpose-built Terry’s Factory estate next to the City’s racecourse. They include the main factory building, closed in 2005 and converted by us into 170 apartments in 2015. It is now one of York’s most sought after premier addresses with penthouses selling for more than £1million.

Prices for the homes at the Clock Tower will be released to people who have registered their interest later this month (December).

Gavin added: “Sales will be handled by the Savills New Homes Team in York and there is such interest that a number of hard hat tours for interested buyers are being organised for December. We can’t wait to let people see inside!”

Just eight properties will be released in the first phase.

To ensure you receive the latest information about this one-off scheme please register your details here:

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Work to convert the iconic clock tower at the former Terry’s Chocolate Factory in York is progressing well and the first homes in this landmark Grade II listed building will be launched for sale in spring 2022.

Interest in this very special development is high and with just 21 properties available we are encouraging people to register their interest to ensure access to special events and detailed information.

Group Sales Manager Gavin Pearce, said: “We can’t to wait to show the spaces that are being created here. Each of the apartments is different, some with terraces, others with private gardens while the upper floor duplexes will have magnificent views towards the city or across the racecourse.”

The clock tower is one of five Grade II listed buildings that make up the purpose-built Terry’s Factory estate next to the City’s racecourse. They include the main factory building, closed in 2005 and converted by us into 170 apartments in 2015. It is now one of York’s most sought after premier addresses with penthouses selling for more than £1million.

Prices for the homes at the Clock Tower will be released to people who have registered their interest later this month (December).

Gavin added: “Sales will be handled by the Savills New Homes Team in York and there is such interest that a number of hard hat tours for interested buyers are being organised for December. We can’t wait to let people see inside!”

Just eight properties will be released in the first phase.

To ensure you receive the latest information about this one-off scheme please register your details here:

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Tapton Court Secures Planning

by | Aug 6, 2021 | Blog, News & Events, Planning Granted, Planning Information, Updates

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August, 2021

TAPTON COURT SECURES PLANNING

Plans to bring the magnificent Tapton Court back into use have been approved

Our aim is to recapture the grandeur of the building’s heyday and create a unique development of luxurious homes in this wonderful location above the city.

Joint Managing Director Georgina Lynch said: “Tapton has the perfect combination of a distinctive heritage building on a large site with mature trees and planting in a great location.

“We are delighted our plans have been approved and will continue to work with heritage officials to create something very special here.”

Dating back to 1868 the Grade II listed house with its many original features will be converted into just 14 grand apartments while the original stable block and the gate house will each become a single, unique property.

Ranmoor House annexe, a later addition to the site will be converted into 18 properties and we also plan to build four new houses within the grounds.

Work is scheduled to start on site later this month

This will be a very special development in a lovely part of the city and if you would like to be kept updated with progress please register your interest by clicking the button below.

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