The official opening of this scheme was held on 7 July 2023
Bridport, Dorset
Number of homes: 8
- 5 for affordable rent
- 3 for shared ownership
All eight homes have been prioritised for people with a local connection to Bridport such as those working in the village, those with close family in the area, or those who previously lived there but had to move out because of a lack of affordable housing.
Work started on site: November 2021
Homes completed: March 2023
Funders
- Hastoe: £1,443,838
- Homes England: £414,000
- Dorset Council Grant: £120,000
- Recycled Capital Grant Fund: £40,000
Development partners
- Local authority: Dorset Council
- Contractor: CG Fry & Son Ltd
- Employer’s Agent: Peter Robb Associates
This development has been built on a conservation site that would normally be reserved for open market sale. However, Hastoe and CG Fry & Son Ltd secured this heritage site for a 100% affordable housing scheme.
The site was a former coal yard and and is part of the historic rope walk. This has influenced the final design which is a traditional style of architecture found locally, relying on correct scale, hierarchy and proportioning with appropriate detailing. It includes most of the features of Hastoe's New-Build Standard.
Photos courtesy of C G Fry and Son Ltd
