THE official launch event for a controversial new housing development will take place over the coming days.
Chapel Gate, in Netherhampton Road, will open its doors on Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21, for potential buyers to visit the on-site sales office and explore the collection of two-, three- and four-bedroom bungalows and homes on offer.
The new estate which will eventually comprise 106 homes made by Vistry Group's Countryside Homes, has faced a number of controversies since work began.
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In May 2023, an archaeological dig in the area uncovered five Bronze Age barrows (circa 2400 BC – 700 BC) spread across two excavation areas, ten burials, three unurned cremation burials, an Iron Age lynchet, a large number of pits and postholes – dating from the Neolithic and Late Bronze Age – plus pottery, knives and red deer antler.
The site has also been subject to this year's flooding in early January when the River Avon burst its banks. It came after the Journal reported in September 2023 that the Chapel Gate development would need a new groundwater pumping station to prevent it from becoming financially unviable.
The letter from Countryside Partnerships to Wiltshire Council says the necessity of the proposed change became apparent during the site commencement “as it has become evident that the site is experiencing extremely high groundwater level and flow rate.”
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Natasha Palmer, Sales and Marketing Director for Vistry Group Bristol, said: "We are delighted to be launching the development and welcoming potential buyers to find out more about what the scheme has to offer.
"Residents at Chapel Gate will be able to enjoy the beautiful Wiltshire countryside whilst being within easy access to the historic Cathedral city of Salisbury and all its fantastic amenities.
“This diverse scheme and its range of house types offers something for everyone, whether that’s first-time buyers, growing families looking for more space, those wanting to escape the city, or retirees wanting to downsize and enjoy a more peaceful lifestyle.
"We look forward to seeing Chapel Gate grow into a vibrant new community in the months ahead.”
Readers who are interested in finding out more about Chapel Gate should visit www.countrysidehomes.com/developments/wiltshire/chapel-gate-netherhampton
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