THE BENYON ESTATE

News & Insights

From community events and business news to tips on maintaining your garden over the winter, we have something for everyone. Our community is a busy, active one and we are proud to support a whole range of events and fundraising initiatives.

Please keep in touch with 'Insights' from our in-house team and guest bloggers reporting on news in De Beauvoir. At The Benyon Estate there is never a dull day!

FROM THE ESTATE

The Haphazard Gardener - The Blessings of Trees

With the winter solstice and Christmas past us and the New Year welcomed in, I should be pouring over spring catalogues allowing my dreams to run riot.

FROM THE ESTATE

New Year’s resolutions to improve the community

In the New Year we all start thinking about how we can improve our lives and the area that we live in.

FROM THE ESTATE

How social media can bring the Hackney community to you

Moving to a new area can be daunting, but thanks to social media you can start to become part of your new community before you’ve stepped out of the front door.
28 December 2017

Young artists convert construction site perimeter into community canvas

The perimeter of the Hackney New Primary School construction site has been converted into a “community canvas” for the art work of creative teenagers.
20 December 2017

Celebrating more than 25 years in De Beauvoir Town

Long-standing residents of The Benyon Estate were invited to a festive afternoon tea to celebrate the huge part that they play in the community.
13 November 2017

Before and After De Beauvoir Road Refurbishment

Number 78 De Beauvoir Road, built circa 1840, has survived two world wars and been called home by tenants including, most recently, Charles Dickens’ great great granddaughter, sculptor Sophie Dickens.
3 July 2017

De Beauvoir Gardeners visit Englefield Estate

A 44-strong contingent of gardening enthusiasts from north London, took time out from tending their own green spaces to visit the gardens surrounding the Englefield Estate.