Fundraising
Our 2004/5 Appeal launched by the Chairman of Trustees, Mr. Marshall Pennington contained a Wish List of various Items and ongoing Projects at Bakers' Villas, Epping. It was hoped that by breaking down our Appeal in this way, the Industry would feel the value of their donation and be able to identify a tangible item that would really benefit the Residents at Bakers' Villas. This method of fundraising has been very successful and today in 2008 so much has been achieved on our original Wish List, although more still needs to be done (see update below). Government legislation due to come into force in 2010 (The Decent Homes Act), meant that any kitchens over 20 years old have to be updated and all dwellings must be fitted with modern energy efficient windows.
Wish List Update
| 2004 | 2008 |
|---|---|
| 24 new Kitchens required | 2 new kitchens still required |
| Double Glazing needed to all dwellings | Full Upvc Double Glazing now achieved on all dwellings and communal areas. |
| Plastic replacement needed of fascias,Soffits and guttering | Replacement now achieved |
| Conversion of 2 vacant bed-sit flats | The full conversion of 2 bed-sits to one bedroom flats which will accommodate an elderly couple with low level showers and modern kitchens achieved in June 2006. |
| Update of bathrooms to include showers | 7 new bathrooms still required |
| Replacement of some mechanical services | Still required |
Further achievements have included the conversion of 2 'difficult to let' bed-sit flats into single person one bedroom flats with modern facilities.
100% occupancy achieved at the end of 2008 and high occupancy maintained throughout 2007.
Baking Awards Dinner
The Clerk to the Society, Suzanne Pitts and Office Manager Sue Aley attended the Baking Awards dinner at the Grosvenor House Hotel in September. This years event had a Las Vegas theme and around £5500 was raised on a thoroughly enjoyable evening.
Edwardian Breakfast
In April, Laser organised a very successful Edwardian Breakfast and raised nearly £2300.
During difficult times for the industry, the Society is grateful for the support and the hard work in organising these events.
Our Chairman of Trustees, Marshall Pennington, Master of the Worshipful Company of Bakers, John Renshaw, our President, the Hon. Mrs Moira Rank, local mayor Ben Murphy and Chris Beaney National President of NAMB outside Bakers' Villas at the Open Day celebration.