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New homes will be birdwatchers' paradise

Green Meadows, Saxon Weald's new retirement development in Pulborough, West Sussex, will enjoy beautiful views of the RSPB's Pulborough Brooks reserve.

Future resident Sue Holden and Saxon Weald's Chairman David Avery donned binoculars and got out their bird books at celebrations to mark the start of construction work in June.

Residents of Alfrey Platt, Saxon Weald's existing local scheme, will move into their new homes when Green Meadows is completed in February 2011.

Peacehaven Extra Care scheme officially open

Downlands Court, our Extra Care scheme of 41, one and two-bedroom apartments in Peacehaven was officially opened in April by Jeremy Porteus from the Department of Health.

The event was attended by representatives from Saxon Weald, East Sussex County Council, Lewes District Council and Peacehaven Town Council as well local residents and people involved in the construction of the development. Speeches were given by our Chairman David Avery, Barry Atkins Head of Adult Social Care at East Sussex County Council, and Jeremy Porteus.

Community cash from Saxon Weald

Thirteen voluntary and not-for-profit organisations have received between £200 and £1,000 in funding from Saxon Weald's Community Grants Scheme.

The annual scheme invites organisations from the areas we operate in to apply for a grant that they can spend on anything. Many use it to cover running costs, maintenance or new equipment.

One of this year's recipients was Horizon, pictured below with Saxon Weald Chairman David Avery (left). Horizon help adults with learning difficulties to live independently in the community.

Basingstoke building

Work has started on Brighton Hill in Basingstoke. The site will be home to 64 Extra Care apartments for older people who need personal care and support with daily living. Thirty-four of the apartments, a mixture of one and two-bedroom, will be available for rent, and a further 30 apartments will be available for purchase through our shared equity scheme.

A photo opportunity held to mark the occasion was attended by Saxon Weald Chief Executive, David Standfast, Councillor Felicity Hindson and Deane Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing and Health Cllr Cathy Osselton.

Challen Court congratulations

Challen Court, one of our retirement schemes in Horsham, has won a ‘bronze’ award at the UK’s first national housing awards to be nominated by older people themselves. Residents nominated Challen Court for the Best UK Retirement Housing Scheme, awarded by the Elderly Accommodation Council (EAC). The results were announced at a ceremony at Lords Cricket Ground on 4 February. Residents and David Coghlan, Challen Court Scheme Manager, attended the event.

Ball games allowed thanks to ball wall in Storrington

Young people at Ravenscroft in Storrington can play ball games in a secure, walled area thanks to Housing Manager Shanna Nesbeth. The walled area was set up on a piece of disused parish council land and was funded by Saxon Weald, Storrington Parish Council, West Sussex County Council and Horsham District Council. Residents and young footballers came along to officially open the ball wall in December.

Saxon Weald officially opens Charter Place

Charter place, our development of stylish apartments for rent and low cost home ownership in East Grinstead, is open. An event was held in December to mark the occasion attended by staff, former Chairman of nine years Robin Charter (after whom the development is named) as well as representatives from the council and construction company, Rydon. Click here for more info on buying a home at Charter Place>>

Saxon Weald officially opens Arun Crescent

We have officially opened one of the country’s most eco-friendly developments. The homes, in Billingshurst, consist of six three-bedroom houses built to Level 5 of the government’s Code for Sustainable Homes.

An event was held to mark the occasion with a speech from Richard Hill, Corporate Director of the Homes and Communities Agency. Guests included representatives from builders, Austin, architects Harrington Design and residents. All of which had the chance to view the high-tech properties and features.

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