Ken Wood (1916-1997), made a fortune by producing the Kenwood Mixer, and launched his electrical equipment firm from a small lock-up in Goldsworth Road, Woking. Ever since then he has been a source of pride for the local community. An impressive blue plaque commemorating Ken Wood is due to be placed outside his former set-up on Goldsworth Road this year.

Mr Wood joyously became one of Britain’s youngest millionaires and his company later set up factories in many countries around the world, as well as an international dealer network.

Woking has changed a lot since Inventor Ken Woods  time - © Copyright Colin Smith and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.
Woking has changed a lot since Inventor Ken Woods time – © Copyright Colin Smith and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.

In addition to the strong community spirit, Woking is a great place to live if you wish to see a likely rise in the value of your property. Sales Negotiator Matt Carter says “As London grows, the more affordable prices of Woking attract people from London as we are only 25 minutes away from the capital”.

If you are  looking to sell or let your property in the Woking area, then please call us on 01483 770701 to speak to a local property expert to arrange a free no obligation market appraisal.