Executive Mayor of Mansfield, Andy Abrahams, recently visited David Wilson Homes’ new development in Rainworth, Elm Tree Park, ahead of its launch.

The Mayor was given a tour around the development by the David Wilson Homes Sheffield’s Managing Director, Gary Chambers, as well as the Site Manager Richard Mason and Assistant Site Manager Thomas Hemingway.

The housebuilder recently launched the development which will be bringing a range of two to five bedroom homes, ideal for a variety of house hunters including first time buyers looking to step onto the property ladder, and growing families in search of more space.

Executive Mayor Andy Abrahams, said: “It is fantastic news to see work beginning on building more good-quality housing in the district. We want to keep our residents in Mansfield by giving them the opportunity to upgrade their homes as families expand, and for new visitors from outside the district to welcome them in to Mansfield – all of which contributes to growing our local economy.

“I’m really pleased that we are shaping new developments to be mindful of our environment and protect biodiversity. Some of the additions to this development include:

The provision of enhanced walking and cycling links to the Mansfield Way;
The creation and maintenance of an appropriate ecological buffers to Rainworth Lakes SSSI, Foul Evil Brook and local wildlife site located to the south;
Provision of onsite open space including play/formal recreational provision; provision of features to protect and, if possible, enhance water quality and flow of Foul Evil Brook and Rainworth Water;
A design, layout and density that is reflective of the rural character of Rainworth;
Protection of the buildings and other features that make up the non-designated local heritage asset at Three Thorn Hollows Farm; and
Provision of sympathetic field boundaries along Blidworth Lane and the southern edge of site boundary which complement the Sherwood landscape character.

“Our Local Plan says that the district needs 6,500 new homes by 2033, so I’m pleased this is another development helping the council to meet that target.”

As a brand new community, the development will also underpin approximately 398 jobs for local people during its time and will bring significant investment to the area.

Elm Tree Park offers a sense of village living whilst not having to compromise convenience. On the development’s doorstep, Rainworth provides a number of amenities including a wide range of shops, cafes and a doctor’s practice.

For families with children, the village boasts primary schools and a secondary school. As well as this, Sherwood Pines Forest and White Post Farm are easily accessible for family days out.

Gary Chambers, Managing Director at David Wilson Homes Sheffield, said: “We were delighted to welcome the Mayor to our Elm Tree Park, and we hope he enjoyed seeing the development in its early stages.

“We’re really excited to have now released a number of homes at the development, and as it starts to progress, we will not only be contributing to the local area financially, but also in terms of the jobs we have created for local people and the properties we are building.

“Investing in local communities is an extremely important part of building a new housing development. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the local community and strive to support it wherever we can.”

To find out more about Elm Tree Park, visit the website or call the David Wilson Homes sales team on 03301 735 532.