A housing complex will be named after the boss of a company that was just across the road. The block of retirement homes, at Charlton Green, Dover, will be called Elkington House. Artist’s impression of the futeure Elkington House. Picture: Dover District Council This is after Vivian Elkington who was …
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Read More »Contest to choose a name for new McCarthy and Stone homes for the elderly at Charlton Green, Dover
Developers of a housing complex are giving the community the chance to christen it. And the person who chooses the winning name will get a £200 prize and will be able to attend the grand opening. McCarthy and Stone says construction is set to begin for the 70 extra care …
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