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£5 subs reminder
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Just a reminder for those who haven't yet paid their £5 annual RA membership. it's now due. Just click the link to pay below -...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 21 May 26 -
Events coming up
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Don't forget to check out the EVENTS page. Lots coming up for residents and their friends/family including quiz nights, a country singe...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 19 May 26 -
Newsletters
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We're always looking for ways to work more efficiently so we can focus our time and energy on the things that matter most to our communi...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 19 May 26 -
£5 subs
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)A huge thank you to everyone who has paid their £5 annual RA membership! Your contributions are directly helping us fund an upcoming ...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 19 May 26 -
Manstead latest
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Morning all, Just a quick update to let you know that although the area has now been fenced off, we absolutely haven’t given up. Far ...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 18 May 26 -
Residents’ Update: Regency Proposals
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We have received many messages regarding the recent letter from Regency Living about their proposed works. I think you'll all agree, th...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 14 May 26 -
Update on Consultation
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Just as a quick summary, we’ve now attacked Regency’s plans to place additional homes on both Manstead and Main Drive, from ever...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 14 May 26 -
Membership Fee Due
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We're now collecting the new £5 RA annual membership fee. Payment is due by 30 June 2026. Don’t forget to pay by then to co...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 11 May 26 -
Site Ownership Change Imminent (Yes, again)
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Regency was brought in to drag the site out of administration, smarten it up, and run it more efficiently - which is the polite way of sayi...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 11 May 26 -
Bin Stores
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We have asked Regency to finally get a grip with the bin‑store situation across the site. Nothing is going to improve until the capacity iss...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 11 May 26 -
Thank You for Supporting the Charity Afternoon Tea
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)A huge thank you to everyone who supported the charity afternoon tea in the club last week. Thanks to your generosity, you raised an amazing...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 11 May 26 -
Consultation on Proposed New Homes in Manstead and Main Drive
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Some residents asked us if we can set up a Q&A session with Regency over their plans. Just to say, written responses are the only offic...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 2 May 26 -
Resurfacing
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Just to let everyone know, the roads are being freshened up throughout this month, with resurfacing taking place across much of the site. Pl...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 2 May 26 -
Parking
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)A quick, gentle heads‑up: if things look a little fuller in the parking areas this week, it’s because we have two resident funerals, o...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 27 Apr 26 -
Steve Cherelle Live
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Friday 22 May, doors open at 7.30pm Steve is a versatile all-rounder. He both sings and plays the guitar, covering a wide range of genres i...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 25 Apr 26 -
Ken Little
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)To those wishing to pay their respects to Ken Little: The family will be gathering in the club from midday on Monday, April 27th. All Dunton...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 25 Apr 26 -
Buy tickets online
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We just wanted to clarify how ticketing will work for events going forward. The next paid event is the Karaoke Night, and it’s also o...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 24 Apr 26 -
375 new homes approved
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We’re sorry to let you know that at tonight’s Basildon planning committee meeting, the application for 375 homes alongside our s...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 23 Apr 26 -
Karaoke Night Now On Sale
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Gary & James host a fun‑filled evening of karaoke classics on Friday 15 May - Doors open 7.30pm. Tickets £5 each. To make things...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 21 Apr 26 -
Office Opening Hours W/C 20/4/26
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Office open Wednesday and Thursday this week. At all other times please EMAIL: [email protected] Call: 07502 511942 Regency A...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 20 Apr 26 -
Dates for your diary – May
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)🎯 Friday 1 May – Quiz Night 🎤 Friday 15 May – Karaoke Night 🎸 Friday 22 May – Live Music with Steve Cherelle
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 20 Apr 26 -
375 New Homes
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)The proposal for a 375‑home development next to our site has now been scheduled for planning committee next week. The timing is certainly in...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 20 Apr 26 -
Hall Reopening
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We’re pleased to confirm that the hall repairs are now complete, so everything is back to normal. Thanks to Regency for working with...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 20 Apr 26 -
AGM Election & Results
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We counted the votes for our AGM this morning. Two committee members were there to count them. We also asked our resident Joy Darch to help ...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 20 Apr 26 -
Communal Bins
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)The issue we hear about more than anything else on this site is people putting the wrong waste in the communal bins. The office has sent p...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 19 Apr 26 -
Why You’ve Suddenly Got Two Electricity Bills (No, It’s Not Just You)
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We’re getting lots of questions about the same issue so we’re sharing a clear explanation here to keep everything tidy and in o...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 15 Apr 26 -
Committee Votes 2026
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)A few weeks ago, we delivered letters to every door regarding the committee elections for the coming year. With only 24 hours left to cast y...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 31 Mar 26 -
Art Class
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Quick update on art class! Tony’s schedule is a bit of a juggle lately, so it’s hard for him to book far ahead, but he’s g...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 26 Mar 26 -
What’s On This April at the Club 🌸
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Friday 10th: Quiz Night 📝 Test your knowledge with the dynamic duo, Kev and Sheila. Friday 17th: Bee Gees Tribute 🕺 Night Fever is hittin...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 26 Mar 26 -
Proposed new homes
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We’ve done a walkaround with the new site manager to point out the problems with those 3 proposed houses and the new bin store locatio...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 26 Mar 26 -
3 new units and relocated bin store
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Hi Everyone, You’ve likely all received the letter from Regency regarding the proposals for new homes and the relocation of the bin s...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 19 Mar 26 -
Contacting the office
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Please remember to report all day to day issues directly to the management team rather than to the RA or on here. This includes things lik...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 13 Mar 26 -
2026 AGM
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We need to hold our AGM this month, but realistically the hall won’t be back in use in time. So, in true “make it work” ...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 11 Mar 26 -
New Gates Upgrade
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Just a quick reminder to drop your car registration details into the office. You don’t need a special form — just write your...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 11 Mar 26 -
Pet Free Again
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Dear Residents, As many of you will know, Regency recently consulted on a new set of park rules. One proposal in particular caused signific...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 25 Feb 26 -
New Gates Upgrade
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)We met with Regency today to discuss a nice upgrade to the gates: Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR). Instead of fumbling with fobs...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 25 Feb 26 -
Psychic Night
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)The RA is in talks with a psychic group, trying to organise a night in the club one Monday at 7.30pm. Let us know if you're intersted.
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 25 Feb 26 -
Office Closed 24/2
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Unfortunately, the office will be closed today, Tuesday 24 February, due to staff illness. If there’s anything we can help with in the...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 24 Feb 26 -
Pitch Fees - why are we getting any increase?
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)I just want to explain this properly, so it’s getting its own post. A lot of people have asked why we’re getting any pitch‑fee ...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 23 Feb 26 -
Cockney Night
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)This event on Saturday 28 February is now sold out
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 23 Feb 26 -
New Lighting
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Just a heads‑up that contractors will be on site this week carrying out repairs to the broken lights and installing new ones.
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 23 Feb 26 -
Knit & Natter 🧶 + Special Craft Feature ✂️
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)This Thursday 26th February from 1pm – 4pm It’s the usual Knit & Natter with Sheila 🧶💬, but there's a special added f...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 23 Feb 26 -
Cheaper Lecky Bills
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Good news. Regency have negotiated a new electricity rate, dropping from about 26p per unit to around 22p. It will be backdated to October 2...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 23 Feb 26 -
Staff Update
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)A New Chapter for Our Park Many of you will remember that Regency took over the running of the park two years ago to help get things back on...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 15 Feb 26 -
Letter about new Pylons
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Some homes will be receiving letters from the National Grid. If you get one please please don't ignore them. The proposed route for the...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 14 Feb 26 -
Regency Update
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Update on Regency: What You Need to Know You likely received an email from Regency today. Since business jargon can be confusing, here is a...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 12 Feb 26 -
Hall update
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)The hall roof inspection wasn’t the result we were hoping for. That does mean the hall will be closed a little longer than expected - ...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 12 Feb 26 -
Thank you
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)A big thank you to the resident who surprised the RA with a box of chocolates and some lovely words of appreciation - not just for what we d...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 12 Feb 26 -
New Membership fees
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Proposal for Annual Membership Fee At our next AGM, we will be voting to introduce a nominal membership charge of around £5 per year....
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 12 Feb 26 -
Cancer Fundraising Day
Brentwood, EssexArticle by: James (Secretary)Date for your diary This year’s charity fundraiser - usually in support of breast cancer - will be raising money for Ovarian Cancer. ...
Dunton Park Residents' AssociationPosted: 3 Feb 26