New £5.2m housing development for over 55s in Chorley is nearing completion

From this week, people will be able to have a sneak peek at the show apartment at Chorley's latest extra care development, on Eaves Lane. 

The Tatton Gardens extra care scheme, being delivered by Chorley Council, is due to be completed in Autumn/Winter 2022 and consists of 62 apartments and several onsite amenities.

It being supported by a £5.2m investment from Lancashire Enterprise Partnership's Getting Building Fund.

Leader of Chorley Council, Councillor Alistair Bradley, said: "We've already had a lot of interest in the development and we're looking forward to welcoming prospective residents to view the show apartment at the incredible Tatton Gardens facility.

"Offering 62 stylish and comfortable apartments once complete, the full development will offer so much more.

"It will allow residents to live in a luxurious environment with the added benefit of outstanding onsite care packages, facilities and living just a stone's throw from amenities in the local community."

The apartments are suitable for couples or individuals, and will provide accessible and modern accommodation for those aged 55 and above, with 24/7 support on site should it be required.

Each of the 62 apartments will be let unfurnished so residents can put their own touches to their home however, all will be designed with ease of access and comfort in mind.

Each apartment will comprise of spacious living space, modern fully fitted kitchen, one or two-bedrooms, and a Jack and Jill bathroom.

This extensive development is being supported by a £5.2m investment from Lancashire Enterprise Partnership's Getting Building Fund with additional funding from Homes England and Chorley Council, and once complete will include fantastic communal facilities for residents to enjoy.

In addition, there will be onsite amenities such as a courtyard garden, GP surgery, pharmacy, community café, community centre, hair salon, mobility scooter hire and much more.

This will allow residents to live as independently as they like and integrate into the local community.

Chair of the Lancashire Enterprise Partnership Debbie Francis OBE, said: "It's fantastic that Tatton Gardens is now ready to view.

"The development is one of a number of major projects across Lancashire supported by the Getting Building Fund.

"It is a great example of how the investment will not only provide high-quality homes for residents but also boost the local economy through new community amenities"

The new development, on Eaves Lane in Chorley, is the second extra care scheme to be delivered by Chorley Council.

Primrose Gardens on Fleet Street received more than 400 applications for 65 apartments prior to opening its doors in 2019.

The show apartment, accessible by Lytham Street, will be open for viewings by appointment between August 22 and September 9.

Appointments can be made by calling 01257 515151 and asking for the accommodation team.

Applications for apartments at Tatton Gardens are also now being taken.

This can be done online or by calling 01257 515151 to request an application pack.