June 2019, Issue No. 4 Email: chocworksra@gmail.com
Fayre on the Square
Resounding success of the first Fayre on the Square which took place on 8th June 2019
There was a very gratifying turnout of residents to support The Chocolate Works Residents Association and Friends of Knavesmire School (who also had a stall, which included very popular face painting) in spite it being a miserable damp, cold day, and competing attractions which included York Pride & Gareth Gates. Attractions included Paul’s barbecued lamb; Simon’s burgers; Pete’s Posh Porkers; Pimms, & Pierre’s 14 litres of Sangria ably served by Liz, Julia & Hilary; Lucy & Andrea’s Craft stall; Cake stall; a silent auction; and a plentiful supply of lagers and craft beers for a nominal donation.
All of the above was available while The Renames played an uninterrupted set under the archway. Arguably, their version of Maggie May surpassed the version performed by a more illustrious (& expensive) performer the week before at the Racecourse 
Thanks are due to many, many people. But it would be rude not to give a big mention to Clare for getting the whole thing off the ground, in a very short time, and to Nicole for organising the excellent band (who really helped create a vibrant atmosphere.) Also, thanks to the residents of Bayldon Square for agreeing to host the event. The end product was that a profit of over £540 was made for the Residents Association, plus over £30 for The Friends of Knavesmire School. We hope to build on this success and make it an annual event. To see some photos of this event please take a look at our Photo Gallery
Good News!
David Wilson Homes have shelved plans to build Block L. This area, facing the top of Robert Street, will revert to the original plan of houses.
Project Group News
- Watson are currently considering tenders for sympathetic planting to mirror the Chocolate Orange shrub/flower bed on the other side of the central path on Bayldon Square. In addition, Watson’s are to replace the dead trees in Bayldon Square.
- DWH has agreed to open-up the walkway behind the care home, to give access between Robert Street and The Residence as soon as it is totally safe to do so.
- The new noticeboard to help keep us all updated is going to be installed on the wall next door to the concierge office (behind the sales office). It is also planned to locate the defibrillator in the same location (we are just awaiting final funding).
- New signs to help prevent dog fouling are to be positioned around the development.
- Request for a Zebra Crossing on Bishopthorpe Road, opposite the pedestrian access point to Joseph Terry Grove, has been sent.
Please Note:
- Residents and their visitors are reminded that parking cars on the roads is prohibited and will result in £100 fines. CPM have started parking enforcement so all vehicles must display the correct permit and be parked in either a visitors or residents parking space.
- Permission has been granted by York Racecourse to park cars all day in car park ‘A’ off the Knavesmire Road during race-day meetings. Simply display your red 2 hour parking permit in your windscreen to gain access.
- The Committee, residents and other interested parties (including Goddard House and the Racecourse) continue to oppose Blocks K and M. If you feel strongly, please go to York City Council’s Planning Portal to register your objections to 18/02329/FULM (Block M) and 18/01939/FULM (Block K).
For further information about the current individual Project Groups run by our committee members please see our Project Groups page.
CWRA Events
Forthcoming events: Afternoon Tea, 10th August (a few tickets still available) & Jazz Night, 14th September 2019. Save the dates! Please see our Events page for full details.
Social Groups
Did you know there are several social groups run by residents at The Chocolate Works? For more information please see the Social Groups page.
CWRA Committee Role Changes
- Many thanks to Nicole Bruhaux who was instrumental in setting up the Residents Association in October last year and who has just stepped down from the role of Chair of the Committee after 8 months.
- Terry Wilson was voted in as Chair of the Committee at the last meeting.
- Mafalda Queiroz was voted in as Treasurer of the Committee at the last meeting.
Membership
If you’re not yet a member of the CWRA but would like to join us please see our Membership page. New members always welcome!
What’s Going On – Wider Community
The Great Yorkshire Fringe: York’s well known thoroughfare will be transformed into a vibrant and exciting central festival hub, 18-28 July
York National Award Winning Restaurants: It’s official! Three York restaurants named among the Top 100 in the UK – small plates specialist Skosh, French-British bistro Le Cochon Aveugle, and Tommy Banks’ Roots. Read details in YorkMix
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