insideKENT Magazine Issue 33 - December 2014 | Page 173

PROPERTY

Berkeley’s best kept secret: The Peninsula at Victory Pier

Positioned on the banks of the River Medway,
The Peninsula at Victory Pier provides buyers
with the opportunity to buy at the award-winning
developments' landmark two towers. Comprising
stylish suites and one- and two-bedroom luxury
apartments, with a price tag of just £152,500,
The Peninsula offers the rare opportunity of
affordable riverside living.

we’re on target to sell all units within six months.
This flurry of sales is down to the development’s
existing reputation of providing many young
professionals and families with the chance of
owning a stunning home on the river, without
having to pay London prices. The properties at
Victory Pier offer first time buyers stunning living
quarters and the lifestyle amenities to match...”

Victory Pier’s highly desirable lifestyle facilities
include a residents’ Wi-Fi lounge, gym, park, and
innovative floating arts centre, as well as a variety
of charming bars and restaurants. Half of the
development comprises of shared ownership,
assisted living, and student accommodation,
which is interlinked by green spaces and
communal facilities.

Renowned for exclusive waterside developments,
Berkeley created The Peninsula with affordability
and first time buyers in mind. Set to complete in
early 2016, the 154 residences embody highrise luxury living and showcase stylish and highspecification interior design and exceptional views,
without the unattainable London price tag.

The Peninsula’s views are unique to the area,
with far-reaching vistas of the river and flurry of
sailing boats that frequent it. Boasting floor-toceiling windows, the interior design in each
residence mirrors the enviable marina lifestyle,
and is crafted by the finest interior designers.
From Zanussi kitchens to Roca bathrooms, The
Peninsula’s specification competes with the likes
of Berkeley’s London, high-end riverside
developments.

Victory Pier has already achieved widespread
industry acknowledgment, winning Best First
Time Buy and Best Starter Apartment in 2014.
Suites at The Peninsula start at £152,500. To
arrange a viewing, contact the Victory Pier sales
and marketing suite on 01634 565 000.

Head of sales and marketing for Berkeley Homes
West, Maria Morris, discusses the popularity of
The Peninsula’s pre-launch phase: “...70% of
units were sold to a mix of commuters, locals
and buy-to-let investors. With this early interest,

* Office for National Statistics (ONS)
September 2014.
www.victorypier.com

The Victory Pier development boasts a thriving
location in close proximity to transport links to
central London and the surrounding Kent regions.

Recommended cut in winter heating guidance wins support
from Swale Heating
Swale Heating, the South East’s
largest independent heating
company, is supporting new
guidance from Public Health
England on recommended heating
levels in the home, which could lead
to lower energy bills.
Last winter, Public Health England
said rooms occupied during the
day should be kept at a minimum
of 21C, and 18C at night. However,
now it has altered its view to a new
recommendation of at least 18C
day or night.
Kent-based Swale Heating agrees
with the new advice, pointing out
that a reduction of just one degree
could cut the typical gas bill by as
much as £55 a year.

The company’s sales director,
Matthew Edwards, says: “Public
Health England found that the
previous guidelines were based on
outdated World Health Organisation
figures from 30 years ago. A new
review has resulted in the lower
recommendation of at least 18C,
which it says poses minimal risk to
the health of a sedentary person,
wearing suitable clothing in winter.”

Matthew says: “We all want
to cut the rising costs of
keeping our homes warm,
so following advice like this
makes sense. Everyone can
take a few simple steps
right away and save energy,
as well as money.
“If you have a programmer,
set it so that the heating
only comes on when needed. Switching off your boiler when no one is
home saves money. You can reduce the energy your boiler consumes by
up to 40% with efficient room thermostats and thermostatic radiator valves,
while replacing a 10-year-old boiler with an efficient A-rated new one could
reduce your energy consumption by a third.”

The new guidance says that below
that level, the danger of suffering a
stroke or heart attack begins to
increase. However, the government
body adds that those aged over
65, and those with medical
conditions may benefit from a
slightly higher temperature.

For more energy-saving ideas for your home, visit www.swaleheating.com.
For more information about Public Health England, visit
www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england.

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