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Somic Mill homes construction work begins

In mid-May the demolition of what was Somic Mill began Pic: Salma Khalil The sound of construction is beginning on what used to be Somic Mill in Preston. Land off New Hall Lane is being built on by Mulbury Homes to create 68 […]

8 years ago
Grimsargh Wetlands given go ahead as housing plan approved

How the Grimsargh Wetlands may look once the nature reserve is created Long-term safety for a new Preston nature reserve has been secured – by building on part of it. Grimsargh Wetlands is to be preserved as the land is transferred into […]

8 years ago
Affordable housing wrangle agreement means Preston Docklands flats could go ahead

An artist impression of the Maritime Way flats and a Ribble Steam Railway engine in operation Previously rejected plans for a new block of flats in Preston’s Docklands are set to be approved. A wrangle about how much affordable housing needs to be built caused the […]

8 years ago
St Joseph’s Orphanage has architects commissioned to draw up plans

The roof of the former orphanage on Mount Street in the city centre A glimmer of hope for restoring the St Joseph’s Orphanage and former hospital in Preston city centre has been given. Manchester-based architects Buttress have been appointed to draw up proposals […]

8 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Boom time back again? Winckley Square interest reaching 2006 levels

Looking across Winckley Square, which is a focus for investors Pic: Paul Melling Interest in Winckley Square is beginning to rise according to property experts in the city as a revamp of the area continues. Preston is catching the eye of investors across […]

8 years ago
Thwaites submits housing plans for land next to Lea pub

The Smith's Arms in Lea Lane Pic: Paul Melling Land used for grazing animals next to a countryside pub is due to be sold off for housing. Thwaites brewery has tabled plans for six family homes to be built […]

8 years ago
Fulwood Green development could expand further behind school

Two types of home being built at Fulwood Green A smaller plan for a number of additional homes behind a Fulwood school has been tabled. Hollins Homes wants to build 15 new properties just off Eastway on land behind […]

8 years ago
Grimsargh Wetlands homes plan due for approval to avoid lengthy planning appeal battle

How the Grimsargh Wetlands may look once the nature reserve is created Twelves new homes due to lead to the preservation of a ‘haven for wildlife’ in Grimsargh are set for approval. Previously rejected by Preston City Council the proposal from United […]

8 years ago
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