Demolition work begins as part of Katherine’s Gardens regeneration in Ampthill

Demolition work has started as part of work to build 39 affordable homes in a Bedfordshire town.

We’re demolishing and redeveloping Katherine’s House, the site of our former office, and Katherine’s Gardens, an independent living scheme in Ampthill.

In their place, 39 one and two-bedroom homes for people over 55 will be built on the site.

Work is now underway to demolish the old buildings before construction work can begin later this year.

Dave Lakin, Director of Development and Sales, said: “By regenerating our old office site, we’re providing much-needed affordable housing in Ampthill for the over 55s.

“This approach to redevelopment allows us to build new homes in the heart of an existing community with a wide range of established services on the doorstep.

“While lots of us have many amazing memories of working in our office here, it’s time for it to make way for these new homes and for more new memories to be made. We believe the finished development will prove to be very popular with its target customer base.

“At Amplius, we’re doing our bit to tackle the housing crisis and we’re aiming to build 1,000 new homes each year.

“This redevelopment of Katherine’s Gardens will contribute towards this target, while creating a lovely new community for local people who need access to affordable housing.

“I’m looking forward to seeing the demolition and construction progress and eventually welcoming our new customers to their homes.”

The homes on the site will be made available for social rent and Shared Ownership and are being funded in part through Homes England strategic partnership funding.