Land at Drakelow Park, Burton-on-Trent

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Introduction

After extensive pre-application discussions held with Countryside Properties is bringing South District Council, we are asking the local forward plans for the development of community and stakeholders to put forward their thoughts land at the former Drakelow Power and ideas on our plans, to help shape our proposals before Stations with c.1,000 new homes. we submit our planning application. The plans look to provide much-needed housing for this These proposals form part of a wider plan to deliver area of . We aim to create a high-quality a maximum of 2,239 homes as part of multi-phase scheme, which provided a healthy, safe and attractive place development, alongside investment in infrastructure for people to live and work. and amenities to create a new neighbourhood, helping Our vision is to create a scheme that provides high-quality to meet local housing demand. Our plans include a new new homes, attractive and flexible business space and local centre, primary school, commercial floor space appropriate local amenity for residents, which is in-keeping, and public open space. and respectful of, local distinctiveness and character.

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History of the site

Drakelow Park is at the site of the former Drakelow Power Stations (A and B), is one of the largest brownfield site development opportunities in the . The application site is located immediately south west of , East Staffordshire. The site itself is situated in South Derbyshire.

Aerial view

Drakelow power stations

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The 80-hectare Drakelow Park site now comprises a mixture of uses including: • derelict land formerly used for power generation; • woodland; • agricultural land; • buildings and structures formerly associated with Drakelow Hall (all grade II listed); and • 193 New Homes completed by David Wilson Homes.

Existing site images

David Wilson Homes built 193 houses on the site that runs adjacent to the A38. Most are now occupied, and Countryside Properties is bringing forward plans for the wider development of the site.

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Proposals

Masterplan

This next phase of development will see us create c.1,000 new homes as part of a wider plan to deliver over 2,000 new homes in subsequent phases, alongside investment in infrastructure and amenities to create a new neighbourhood, helping to meet local housing demand.

The proposals will create a scheme which provides high quality new homes, attractive and flexible business space Benefits and appropriate local amenity for residents, which exists Approximately 1,000 new homes in phase 1 in harmony with the natural and historical assets and is respectful of local character. Associated landscaping and public open space Countryside will deliver the development in a number of phases over the course of the next 10 years, working with Associated highways and drainage infrastructure the resident businesses currently located at the north of Drakelow Park to ensure their continued operation Employment land throughout the early stages of development.

Subject to planning permission, the first phase of the Local centre development will comprise approximately 1,000 homes, of which 400 will be affordable housing through Countryside’s Primary school partner registered provider, Midland Heart, 200 will be available for private rent with approximately 400 homes for sale through a range of buying initiatives Retirement village

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Further investment

Alongside the substantial provision of housing, around 2.5ha of the site has been ear-marked for employment land, with c.1,000 residential units being proposed in this current phase of development.

Further to this, the proposed open space, retirement village, primary school, public open space, and a new local centre – being delivered in the next phase of work – will support further employment and help to support a new community at the site.

Indicative local centre

As part of Countryside’s proposals for Drakelow, later phases will see the construction of a primary school, which will become part of the heart of the development alongside the Local Centre. The school will sit alongside other amenities, such as a shop and the retirement village.

We have been in conversation with an educational construction group to bring forward these plans and are currently working towards a two- form entry primary school that will cater for 120 pupils prior to the occupation of 600 dwellings. This will subsequently double once 1200 dwellings are occupied, with capacity growing to 420 pupils.

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Design

Masterplan

The design of the buildings at Drakelow Park will draw inspiration from the design characteristics and architectural detail from surrounding towns and villages, such as: • Barton-under-Needwood • Rosliston • Walton-upon-Trent • Stapenhill Our team looked at a number of different qualities that these surrounding places had and observed the open space, buildings and character, materials and details, amongst others, to help shape the design vision for Drakelow Park and allow the development to sit neatly and in-keeping alongside the existing settlements.

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Landscaping

Landscaping plan

The retention and enhancing of landscaping is an integral part of plans for Drakelow Park. There is currently an existing ‘T’ shaped woodland that borders the , running centrally through the site along the line of Darklands Brook and links with a similarly strong woodland belt along the southern perimeter of the site.

A range of trees naturally create an extensive network of There are opportunities for us to work alongside third-party linked open spaces, which also makes use of the areas of groups to create new experiences within these woodland existing meadowland in the north eastern half of the site. areas, perhaps making creative spaces for the primary school children. Neighbourhood parks and greenways are also proposed as part of an overall strategy that seeks to retain these existing This will all be alongside added green space and landscape features and attributes. infrastructure for children to play in playgrounds, set in the middle of a number of different areas of the Drakelow Park We also seek to incorporate the conservation of the listed development. sunken garden and river terraces of the former Drakelow Hall, which make a significant contribution to the character and distinctiveness of the site and its riverside setting.

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Transport and access

Access to the site is proposed directly off Walton Road, with a tree-lined boulevard providing primary access to the different areas of the development.

We aim to ensure Drakelow Park is accessible to all new residents and employees, ensuring it is well connected with adjoining residential districts and Walton Road Burton town centre. The ease of public transport will enhance the lifestyles of those living and working on the site and will encourage a cleaner and safer environment. A bus route will be delivered to connect the eastern and western development areas via their respective local centres. This route will connect with an improved high quality bus route between Drakelow Park and Burton town centre. A comprehensive network of footpaths, cycleways and woodland walks within the site will be delivered and will connect the site to existing routes surrounding the site.

Proposed location of third roundabout for employment land Transport and access plan

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Third river crossing

Countryside’s plans for the site also include its commitment to build the long- awaited third river crossing to replace the 1940s single-lane Bailey Bridge in Walton-on-Trent, building work for which is anticipated to begin this year.

This bridge will help alleviate long-standing traffic issues in the local area and aid traffic flow from the A38 and the A444. Below are a set of technical drawings, which will be submitted alongside the application. Should you wish to receive a copy of these, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

A third river crossing will be built over the River Trent

Walton bridge is set to be replaced with a third river crossing

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Roger Bullivant, founder of the Drakelow Park Group, said: “The Walton on Trent bridge has been a nightmare for decades. I am delighted that this deal will not only bring much needed housing to the area but will also finally resolve the river crossing, bringing relief to the village of Walton, easing the traffic through Burton and Stapenhill and opening up opportunities throughout the area.”

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Thank you

Thank you for taking the time to view our virtual consultation for Countryside Properties’ plans for Drakelow Park, Burton on Trent.

We will analyse your feedback and work with our team to feed these into our proposals, where appropriate, before submitting our planning application to South Derbyshire District Council. There are several ways you can get in contact with us. Should you have any queries regarding Countryside’s proposals for Drakelow, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the project team at BECG.

Please contact us on 0800 298 7040, or email [email protected].

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Who is Countryside?

At Countryside, we create communities people want to be a part of. With over 60 years’ experience, we specialise in estate regeneration to build beautiful, welcoming homes and creating strong communities across London, the South East, the North West of , Yorkshire and the West Midlands.

All our homes are built to exceptional standards with a focus on energy efficiency and green living, making people’s lives and the environment a better place to be. In the last year alone, Countryside received awards for ‘Best Construction & Materials’, ‘Best High Volume New Housing Development’ and even scooped two awards at the Barnet Architecture Awards. With excellent customer service and a 10-year New Home Warranty, we help homeowners feel comfortable and relaxed through every stage of the buying process.

For more information visit www.countrysideproperties.com

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