Terence Painter Properties Community News

A brave and determined George Webb used pedal power to raise cash for research into Diamond Blackfan Anaemia, an illness he suffers from. George's Uncle, James Painter, who had to pedal hard to keep up, accompanied George on his bike ride.On the same day Birchington Social Club held a fund raising Bar-be-que and Broadstairs Green Grocer, John Prentis held a party in his yard, bringing the total funds raised on the day to well over £3,000.

Forget the bucket and spade we need a digger! A project for Ramsgate's beach front that has been 5 years in the planning, finally got underway. The Royal Sands Development will aid regeneration for the area bringing major benefits to the local economy and increase what is on offer for both residents and visitors alike with a new hotel, children's play area, health and fitness studio and 107 apartments.

Thanet Male Voice Choir was founded in 1977 so this year they celebrated their 30th anniversary with a performance at St Augustine's in Westgate-on-Sea. Terence Painter Properties were delighted to support the Choirs programme helping them to continue to delight audiences across Thanet and beyond.

The 'Performing Arts In Ramsgate' are hoping to create a new Community centre for the town in the Royal Pavilion by Ramsgate Sands. Andrea House,HR Manager for Terence Painter Properties is Secretary for the committee and is supported by Terence Painter in helping with this worthwhile project.

Ramsgate Town Partnership has been a driving force in Ramsgate by helping the town to host events like; The Powerboat Grand Prix, Continental Markets, Fireworks Displays, Christmas Lights and many more. Terence Painter sits on the board in order to help The Partnership to work with local businesses and support community events.

Terence Painter Properties supports many local events helping to raise funds for the local Hospital's Cancer Care Unit. Having provided numerous raffle and auction prizes and by attending fund raising dinners Terence Painter Properties continue their support for this worth while charity.

Folk Week is an annual event that Terence Painter Properties sponsors along with other local Broadstairs businesses. It's a fun week of lively entertainment for all ages and free for all to enjoy. By continuing to support the event year on year Terence Painter Properties help maintain the stability of a great tradition.

A team from Terence Painter Propeties supporting the Gentleman's Race during The Royal Temple Yacht Club's 'Ramsgate Week'. Terence Painter Properties were title sponsors for this year’s event and even with all our backing they didn't let us win.

MIND is the leading Mental Health charity in England and Wales. Lawrence Mayne, Branch Manager of Terence Painter Properties Ramsgate Office donated his time and auctioneering skills whilst Andrea House HR Manager donated 3 of her paintings. The auction raised £700 for the charity.

Margate hosted Kent's only P.R.I.D.E. event this year. It was a magical one day with a funfair and live entertainment featuring local singers and bands headlined by Sheila's Wheels,(The girls off the telly!). Andrea House, HR Manager for Terence Painter Properties, was on the committee that managed to host a magnificent day with over 5,000 visitors.

Ursuline College were proud winners of the “Most Enterprising Idea” at the Business of Enterprise finals, for their Tri Life Wind Turbine, which combines wind, wave and solar energy. Terence Painter helped judge the competition and commented 'We need to invest time to help the youngsters as they are our future - their idea was innovative and showed a real passion for green energy'.

Ramsgate Powerboat Grand Prix has fast become an annual event; it is free for all and draws a big crowd to the area. It is sponsored by local businesses and Terence Painter Properties were proud to be able to Co-Sponsor this exciting event.

Each of Terence Painter Properties branches have taken part in teaching pupils in Thanet the in’s and out’s of Estate Agency, in conjunction with Enterprise Kent and were awarded Commendation Certificates for 2006 and 2007 for our work with local pupils.

Terence Painter has a wealth of industry knowledge and is willing to share his time and expertise around Estate Agency, local Regeneration of the area and property development. The organisations that have so far benefited from having a 'Terry Chat' are; Tangent Ladies Group, Ramsgate Society, Rotary Club and St Anthony’s School.

“The Westgate Record” is a quarterly publication for the residents of Westgate. It focuses on what is happening in the area and is a useful source of information. It only survives on contributions from local businesses and Terence Painter Properties continues it's support by sponsoring the publication.

Local families were struggling to visit a big shopping centre’s Santa’s Grotto so local businesses got together and with support from Terence Painter Properties created a Santa’s Grotto along with a Noddy train. It was great to see the children enjoying themselves whilst helping to keep business local to the area.

Donna Gray, Branch Manager at Terence Painter Properties Westgate Office, is on the board of Governors at St Crispin’s School in Westgate. They have been raising money for school equipment and we donated prizes for their Christmas raffle to help them with their efforts.

Thanet Colts under 13’s football team were founded in 1992. They have won honours in the league and cup competitions. It is run by volunteers to promote football in Thanet and Terence Painter were proud sponsors of the 2005/2006 season.

Westgate on Sea’s, Adrian’s Square Gardens had become a favourite spot for fly tipping. Staff at Terence Painter Properties Westgate office with support of the Community Warden and the Ward Councillor organised a clear up. Residents and locals got involved and cleared 6 bags of rubbish along with some larger unusual items.

Terence Painter Properties established their business in Westgate on Sea in 1991 and have always been keen to help support the town's events and initiatives. 'Westgate has an array of great architecture, quaint shops and fabulous beaches and we hold it in great affection' commented Terence.'So when asked to sponsor the Christmas Lights we were pleased to help'.

Terence Painter presented a camera and printer to the Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Hospital's Maternity Unit. A gift so that all new mothers, in particular those that are only able to have a few precious moments with their baby, could capture a picture of their child as a lasting memory.

Terence Painter was the Vice Chairman of Minster Match, which obtained funding for a skate park for the residents of Minster. Minster Match looks at the regeneration of the area and worked hard to fund this facility for the local people.

Carol Singers at Christmas is a real tradition that everybody loves and Terence Painter likes to be traditional. Every year we have Carol singers outside our Broadstairs Branch providing shoppers with Yuletide Singing, whilst we provide the singers with Mulled wine and mince pies. Merry Christmas Everyone!

As part of the Minster Match Project the village of Minster also gained a library and community centre, really bringing the heart of the village together with more local facilities. Terence Painter was proud to be part of the project that assisted in the regeneration of Minster village.

A Cocktail of people turned up for a charity run along the beaches of Broadstairs in aid of local charities. Terence Painter Properties were proud sponsors of the event and presented all participants with medals for their efforts in raising funds in this seven kilometre run.

Silver Trophies and engraved glasses where just some of the prizes for the week of racing in The Royal Temple Yacht Club's 150th anniversary year.terence Painter Properties were proud title sponsors of this years events and Terence was only too glad to help out with the prize giving at this local 'Landmark' event.

Terence Painter Properties were received a Civic Pride award in March 2002 for the construction of their Broadstairs office. The site used to house a theatre that burnt down many years ago. Terence,James and the team at Broadstairs were proud to have been awarded this recognition and love the new building.

Terence & James Painter pictured with their Civic Pride Award in recognition for the extensive restoration and refurbishment of their Westgate on Sea office premises.'Our Westgate office premises were one the first buildings to be constructed in Station Road in the late 1800's and we were therefore proud to give the property the care and attention to detail that we felt it deserved'.