Bentley Drycleaners - Parnell
About Bentley Drycleaners
Bishop Selwyn decided early that Parnell was to be the focus of the Church of England in Auckland, and in 1842 he had chosen the site for its future cathedral. He established a deanery, St Barnabas Church (formerly above Mechanics Bay), St Stephen’s School (initially for Maori girls), the Church Grammar School in Ayr Steet, St Stephen’s Chapel in Judges Bay, the first St Mary’s church, and the Cathedral library and bell tower and Bishopscourt in St Stephens Avenue.
Most early settlers were mechanics and tradesmen. They congregated in Mechanics Bay, where the first European suburban and industrial development took place. Early industry included a sawmill, a brickworks, Robertson’s Rope Walk, a flour mill and boat building. From the 1870s, first Mechanics Bay and then St Georges Bay disappeared as they were reclaimed for industry, railway and port development.
In the early 1850s a bridge crossed the inlet to Mechanics Bay – right where Parnell Rise begins now – and this opened a main highway through Parnell and Newmarket to the farming settlements of Epsom, Onehunga and the south. In the 1870s a railway system saw a bridge over Parnell Road and a tunnel through Parnell Hill. Tramcars ran up Parnell Road in the early 1900s. In 1919 some of the finest foreshore houses were demolished and their land cut away to form Tamaki Drive, finally severing Parnell from contact with the open harbour.
For a time Parnell languished. Industry, office, transient accommodation encroached. But Les Harvey , a local property developer, created ‘Parnell Village’, catalyst for regeneration both as a tourist centre and a prime residential area.
Source: Allan Wild, Architect
Contact Bentley Drycleaners
| Address : | Bentley Drycleaners 157 Parnell Road, Parnell, Auckland 1052, New Zealand |
| Phone : | 📞 +9797 |
| Postal code : | 1052 |
| Website : | https://www.parnell.net.nz/directory-listing/bentleys-drycleaning/ |
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Paul Rafferty on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Having getting more and more frustrated using the supposedly Finest dry cleaners in Auckland on several occasions to remove a stain on a very expensive garment, I gave it to Max and his team in Parnell, Hey presto, stain gone, fantastic job, also the people there make you feel like they appreciate the privilege of one giving them your business, the aforementioned having an attitude of, you should feel lucky we are undertaking this task for you for service, professionalism, and quality of service I cannot speak highly enough, thank you again Max, you have deservedly earnt all of our business going forward.Fiona Milde Kohimarama
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Andrew Kerr on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Disappointed with my experience here - took in items to get dry cleaned, one item was mistakenly laundered, and subsequently damaged. The item's manufacturer (Working Style) suspected it had been disfigured by over pressing, and even though Rosa stated she pressed it more than once, both Rosa and Max took no responsibility for the damage, blaming the shirt though they couldn't explain why, often contracting themselves. I offered a reasonable resolution, which Max was to call me back about but is now ignoring my calls/texts leaving me with the only option of a CGA claim.
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Adayanti De Borst on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Fantastic service for dry-cleaning and stain removal from clothing. I had stains in my clothes that I could not get out and I am so happy I found this place as they got all the stains out. They were quick too! I will definitely continue to bring my clothes here.
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Mike Cuers on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Best Drycleaner in Auckland - highly skilled tradesman using the best methods.
- Great finishing on suits/ pants as well as shirts.
Recovered an age damaged garment for me - never thought that could be done.
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Scotties Boutique on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We've just taken our designer vintage clothing to Bentley and have been more than impressed. Excellent customer service and quick return. Certain garments had very specific care requirements and Bentley made sure to clean each piece as requested. We will definitely continue to bring our clothing here.
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Sabrina Soar on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Love! These dry cleaners are so good, they make everything look new. They are slightly cheaper than Regal as well and the quality of the clean is phenomenal. They make my dry cleaning smell like a Hotel as well!! Rosa who is usually at the counter is also a sweet heart. Would Highly Recommend.
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Dingo on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Thought I'd give them a go as they're close by, big mistake.
Nothing like being met with abject apathy with a healthy dose of CBF.
Provided a garment with 4 stains, all the same stuff, one stain was cleaned, missed the other three. When questioned about it: "Yeah, couldn't get them out... anyway, swipe your card here..."
No offer to rectify, no apology, just a vacant stare to get me out of the place.
I'll be heading across town where I normally go as you appear to be absolutely useless. Obviously the higher ratings are for ironing as that's pretty difficult to f-up.
Would not recommend.
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Anthony Burt on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Max and the team at Bentley have gone above and beyond in providing me with great service over the years. A great local Parnell business and a place where they know you by your first name. But today, I had best customer service I've had in a very long time. Thank you guys, it is much appreciated, and also thanks for the Minties :)
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