Work to kick-off a new development of 80 affordable homes was marked by a ceremonial groundbreaking on Thursday 18th June on land close to Mill Lane in Old Marston.
The ceremony was attended by: Roger Thompson, James Green & Vicky Trietline
As well as Councillor Linda Smith, Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities, and Howarth Homes. With trenches dug and groundworks well underway, the fully affordable site will be delivering high‑quality homes, including 32 for social rent and 48 for shared ownership.
The project is being delivered by OX Place, providing a mix of two, three-and four-bedroom houses as well as one-bedroom apartments.
Designed to fit seamlessly into the character of Old Marston and the surrounding Conservation Area, the homes have been designed using a low-carbon approach, supported by a fabric‑first strategy to reduce heat loss and energy demand.
The development will also include sustainable drainage features, ensuring resilience to extreme weather while enhancing biodiversity. These features sit alongside wildflower meadow planting, flowering lawns and wetland habitats designed to support wildlife.
Construction of this development is expected to take just over two years, with the new homes due for completion towards the end of 2028.
The ceremony was attended by: Roger Thompson, James Green & Vicky Trietline
As well as Councillor Linda Smith, Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities, and Howarth Homes. With trenches dug and groundworks well underway, the fully affordable site will be delivering high‑quality homes, including 32 for social rent and 48 for shared ownership.
The project is being delivered by OX Place, providing a mix of two, three-and four-bedroom houses as well as one-bedroom apartments.
Designed to fit seamlessly into the character of Old Marston and the surrounding Conservation Area, the homes have been designed using a low-carbon approach, supported by a fabric‑first strategy to reduce heat loss and energy demand.
The development will also include sustainable drainage features, ensuring resilience to extreme weather while enhancing biodiversity. These features sit alongside wildflower meadow planting, flowering lawns and wetland habitats designed to support wildlife.
Construction of this development is expected to take just over two years, with the new homes due for completion towards the end of 2028.
