Round House Park
click on the small plans for a bigger readable version Round House Park was launched in June 2007. The total development covers 40 Hecatres of which over 12 hectares will be open space made up of parkland, woodland and meadows.
Since this time we have seen huge changes and have been pleased to welcome new neighbours into our village.
At the end of 2008 it was announced that the number of houses planned for the site has been increased from 750 to 1065. The extra houses will all be accommodated on the existing site and the plans include the land for the new school, community centre and shopping area. To see a copy of the document contact the Clerk to the Parish Council.
The Next Stage
click on the small plans for a bigger readable version Meanwhile the rest of the development is being reviewed by the Parish council to ensure that the new recreation centre is situated in the best location. The Parish council have consistently taken a strong line that the new community centre should be co-located with the parkland and there must be a sports playing field associated with the community centre. In May 2009 , Phase 2 of the Round House Park was given permission pending the signing of a section 106 agreement. The agreement will cover such items as the provision of a new Community Centre, a recycling centre and a finanial contribution towards sheltered housing. The Parish Council will be heavily involved in the development of the new centre & have given assurances that they will not sign it until they are satisfied that they have achieved the best possible outcome for the people of Cringleford.
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First House Erected
These photos were all taken in October 17th 2007 and yes it was a beautiful sunny day with blue skies. The first stage of the new development is moving swiftly and it is good to see evidence of landscaping both around the lake and around the periphery. The agreement to phase 2 can not be far off and then we will see the whole picture including the siting of the community centre, school and sports/recreational facilities. We will continue to bring you regularly updated photos as work progresses
Lanscaping the Lake
First development is by the peripheral route
Further inside the site new flats take shape
Muddy gardens will soon have turf and families
Up to roof level
Lakeside living in Cringleford?
The new common area - Parklands
One of the earliest developments will be the new recreation area, which will be called "Parklands". This is shown below in its current state mid April-07.
For many years this has been a pasture with horses grazing amongst the rabbits and occasional lazy fox. One of the delights of this new common will be access into the wood behind. For many years the woods were planted with bluebells and daffodils for a superb springtime show. Alas over recent years the daffs seem to have struggled but come the end of April we see the carpet of bluebells and solomon seals that still thrive today (photo taken 26th April 2007).
To contact the project team on their information line call – 0800 298 7040