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Trash

thekingsroad — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:16:55 +0000

Fancy a custom Gibson Les Paul rrp £4000? Or perhaps a leather Chesterfield sofa? A vintage poster to complete the retro look? If so, you need to get yourself down to the ironically named ‘Trash’. How can I describe Trash? The Rolls Royce of charity shops perhaps? Anyway, they can be found at the station end of Kings Road, next to the Railway Inn. Give it a whirl

Beebe’s

thekingsroad — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:27:15 +0000

Hi folks. Another nice addition to the road here. Beebe’s has been open a while, so its about time I gave them a mention. Nice gift shop that also has a decent array of potted plants. Give them a whirl! 4 Kings Road.

Mary Portas Bid

thekingsroad — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 15:43:39 +0000

Check this link out to see the St Leonards bid to become a ‘Portas Pilot’.

Planning makes Perfect…

thekingsroad — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:41:40 +0000

A warm welcome to Direct Planning, who have opened their smart new office at 9 Kings Road this week. This is a fantastic addition to Kings Road as it adds another dimension to the ‘retail offering’. Run by Alex Martin and his partner, Direct Planning (which also has offices in Kent and London) specialises in planning applications and appeals. With more and more folk choosing to extend their own property rather than move, a good architect can make that loft conversion a reality – especially when faced with seemingly arbitrary planning decisions. So if you or anyone you know needs planning permission, pop down to their friendly office at 9 Kings Road and have a chat. www.directplanning.co.uk

The best Indian in the UK…

thekingsroad — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 13:01:17 +0000

Did you know that one of the UK’s best Indian restaurants is on your doorstep? I have been meaning to sing the praises of the Taj Mahal on Western Road for some time now, so here we are. Tucked away at the bottom of Western Road, you could be forgiven for thinking this would be a bog standard local curry house. But no folks, no! The Taj recently won the Lyca Tiffin Cup for best south Asian food in the UK. That’s right IN THE UK! And this is no tin pot competition either – it is organised by the House of Commons no less. So next time the curry urge creeps up on you, as it surely will, take a stroll down Norman Road and you will find the Taj beckoning you from the corner of Western Road. Now that’s what I call a diamond in the rough. www.tajmahalfoods.co.uk

Hunters Estate Agents

thekingsroad — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10:30:01 +0000

Ciao Folks

Some people might whine about ‘another estate agent’, but I’m not one of them. Having a nationally recognized estate agency – endorsed by the lovely Linda Barker no less – is clearly a major coup for Kings Road. Hunters (formerly Bairstow Eves) have opened their impressive new office at 6 Kings Road, and seem to be doing very well. So if you are looking for a local agent to sell your home, look no further than these guys. They have a national network, they advertise on all the major websites, they are local, and they are friendly. Its a no brainer! Remember folks, always try to ‘buy local’

Yoga comes to Kings Road

thekingsroad — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:54:11 +0000

Hi folks. It’s been a long time but you know what they say – patience is a virtue! Anyone interested in the spiritual wonders of yoga will be pleased to know that Kings road will soon have its own yoga teacher As ever Kings road is at the forefront of all things alternative! Yes folks, there is always something happening in this weird and wonderful road. More details can be found at http://www.katrinayoga.com/

Remember Poly Styrene?

thekingsroad — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 12:36:37 +0000

Hi folks. Some of you may remember Poly from the band X Ray specks back in the 1970′s. Sadly, Polly (real name Marianne) who lives in St Leonards, is unwell, but still strong in spirit. Read the Guardian article on the right of the page to find out more about her amazing story.

Newish Exhibition at Gill

thekingsroad — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 10:42:50 +0000

About time I updated the blog . New exhibition at Gill showcasing local artist Ian Francis. Yes one of those would look good on my mantelpiece. For more information call or visit Gill at 55 Kings Road, 01424 446882.

Bairstow Eves marks 3 Years on King Road

thekingsroad — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 15:33:12 +0000

Happy new year everyone. Just wanted to congratulate Bairstow’s on their 3rd anniversary on Kings Road. Judging by the number of sold boards I see around town, they seem to be going from strength to strength. The good thing about them is that they have offices all over the country, especially London – but they also have the feel of a ‘local agent’. If you’re looking to sell (or rent), why not pop into their office and have a chat!