Weighbridge Court

Weighbridge Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living PLUS range and is facilitated to provide its homeowners' with extra care and is equipped to offer various levels of care depending on your needs. An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. 

Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged if required. There are a range of personal care packages to suit your requirements - these are provided by the onsite CQC registered care team. 

For your reassurance the development has 24-Hour on-site staffing, secure camera entry systems and 24-Hour emergency call system provided by a personal pendant with static call points in bathroom and main bedroom. 

The development has a homeowners' lounge for socialising with friends and family and, for your convenience, an onsite waitress service restaurant with freshly cooked meals provided every day. If your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (usually for a fee of £25 per night - subject to availability) which has an en-suite shower room, tea and coffee making facilities and a TV. Other communal areas consist of a mobility scooter store and charging point and well maintained landscaped gardens providing a great space to socialise with new friends and neighbours!

McCarthy & Stone Management Services (MSMS) are responsible for looking after our Lifestyle Living and Retirement Living developments, the grounds and services that together make up your new home.

MSMS provide and maintain the emergency-call system, intruder alarm and door camera entry. They also take care of gardening and general upkeep of the outside of the development and all shared areas.

Regulated Care Provision
	Weighbridge Court Care Type See Full Profile Care Category Retirement Community Regulator's Rating Non-regulated

The development has a wonderful friendly community feel, reflected by the social calendar which homeowners can partake in as much or as little as they wish. There are always plenty of regular activities to choose from including; arm chair fitness classes, coffee mornings, games and quiz nights and themed events. Whilst there is something for everyone there is certainly no obligation to participate and home owners’ can ‘dip in and out’ of activities as they wish. The development enjoys excellent communal facilities including a super homeowners lounge, function room and landscaped gardens.

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A short stroll from Weighbridge Court is the main High Street where there is a mix of bespoke shops and eateries. Located within the community is a Sainsbury's supermarket. Whatever your taste in recreation and leisure acidities, Chipping Ongar won't disappoint. Budworth Hall plays host to a wide range of classes and social events, so there's something for everyone.

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The spacious one bedroom apartment is situated on the top floor and conveniently located opposite the two lifts. The apartment is neutrally decorated and great condition throughout enabling you to put your own stamp on it.

Properties
Previous Next	Weighbridge Court 1 Bed Apartment Format 1 Bed Apartments Ensuite No Purchase from £210,000 Our one bedroom apartments are beautiful to look at and effortless to enjoy. Each apartment has been thoughtfully designed around you. Highlights include quality fixtures and fittings, walk-in wardrobes, fully fitted contemporary kitchens and bathrooms. Some apartments also include private outdoor space/balconies and access to tranquil gardens. All apartments are subject to availability. This is a leasehold property with a term of 125 years from 1/6/2012 Council Tax Band: C Service Charge: £9,000.48 Ground Rent: £435 What is covered in the Service Charge? Paying for the Estates Manager – they ensure the development runs smoothly All maintenance of the building and grounds, including window cleaning, gardening and upkeep of the building exteriors and communal areas A 24-hour emergency call system Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates Maintaining lifts Heating and lighting in communal areas Staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind The running costs of the onsite bistro/restaurant (there is an additional subsidised charge for meals/drinks) One hour of domestic assistance per week The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV license. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.
Previous Next	Weighbridge Court 2 Bed Apartment Format 2 Bed Apartments Ensuite No Purchase from £355,000 Our two bedroom apartments are beautiful to look at and effortless to enjoy. Each apartment has been thoughtfully designed around you. Highlights include quality fixtures and fittings, walk-in wardrobes, fully fitted contemporary kitchens, bathrooms and ensuites. Our two bed room apartments are typically spacious and some also include private outdoor space/balconies and access to tranquil gardens. All apartments are subject to availability. This is a leasehold property with a term of 125 years from 1/6/2012 Service Charge: £12,163.56 Ground Rent: £510 What is covered in the Service Charge? Paying for the Estates Manager – they ensure the development runs smoothly All maintenance of the building and grounds, including window cleaning, gardening and upkeep of the building exteriors and communal areas A 24-hour emergency call system Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates Maintaining lifts Heating and lighting in communal areas Staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind The running costs of the onsite bistro/restaurant (there is an additional subsidised charge for meals/drinks) One hour of domestic assistance per week The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV license. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.
	Please note: All Prices are subject to availability and other charges may apply

Parking is by allocated space subject to availability, the fee is £250 per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the Estate Manager on site for availability.

Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.

Infection Control Initiatives in place
	Infection Control Training	Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections.
	Virus Testing	We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting.

Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below.
Regulator: Not required
	Use of PPE	The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely.
View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports.

Weighbridge Court
301 High Street
Chipping Ongar
Essex
CM5 9FD