Curchods, New Haw
When the Curchods journey first began, we were determined never to be the subject of the horror stories so often told about estate agents. Our aim was to ensure we stood out in a world of service mediocrity, by providing outstanding customer care, quality professional advice and a determination to realise our clients' objectives. We understand the unique pressures of buying and selling property and are committed to making the transaction as smooth, fast and stress free as possible.
The responsibility of handling the sale or purchase of what is likely to be your most expensive asset and probably your best tax free investment opportunity, must be consigned to someone with integrity, who you can trust. As members of the National Association of Estate Agents and the Ombudsman for Estate Agents, we are bound by vigorously enforced Codes of Practice and professional Rules of Conduct. Our greatest asset is our reputation and we will never do anything to compromise our high ethical principles.
New Haw village as it is today can be traced directly back to the mid 1930's when the major development of the area began.
The area developed quickly, with better street lighting, more shops and houses being built as time progressed. However, its origins can be traced back even further to 1066 when New Haw as it is now, was know as Woodhame and formed part of a much larger district coming under the control of Chertsey Abbey. New Haw now comes under the Borough of Runnymede.
New Haw was predominately agricultural from around 1474, coming under the manor of Pyrford. As time progressed through the 1500's and 1600's and after the reign of Henry VIII the area developed into a section of tenant farmers and their holdings. There were no major changes until 1653 with the opening of the Wey Navigation Canal to Guildford which was built in the hope of becoming a national highway to the sea and for many years carried traffic between London and Guildford.
Sadly, with the coming of the railway to the area, the canal traffic was gradually diminished and is now virtually non-existent. However, it now forms part of the area's recreational facilities with many people using it for boating, whilst the towpath provides fine walks from Weybridge through to Guildford and beyond.
In 1841 and 1851 official population census returns said that the population was 441 and there were 86 houses. The majority of the adult population were agricultural labourers plus some tradesmen including two beer shopkeepers and two victuallers but only one grocer!
As a result of improvements in transport, New Haw quickly grew, with many commuters settling in the area. West Weybridge as it was known - now known as Byfleet & New Haw station, greatly improved the popularity of the town and flourished with the convenience and improved access to London.
Between the war years, Brooklands race track and aerodrome brought many visitors to the area, and Vickers Armstrong set up, bringing much needed jobs.
Our office is situated in the heart of the town, a bustling place with a good community atmosphere. The shops cater for all daily needs, but for more comprehensive shopping, Woking with its large modern shopping centre is only a short drive away.