Historic Moment As First Residents Move In At Sherford
08 May 2017

Sherford Consortium opens doors to first homeowners at the landmark new community

Sherford has officially welcomed its first residents, with two sets of homeowners having moved to the new community, marking one of the biggest milestones in the development’s two-decade history. Receiving the keys to their brand-new homes, the new residents were welcomed by members of the Sherford Consortium over the bank holiday weekend.

Sharing their excitement on moving day, the new residents, Eliana and Chris, began their new lives as the founding members of the new community. One resident, Chris Taylor has just moved into a two-bedroom coach house, relocating from Elburton. He commented:

“It is so exciting to be one of the first people to live at Sherford! We’ve heard lots about the development and kept seeing it in the newspaper. It is fantastic to be making a fresh start in a new community and it will be amazing to watch it grow – especially when I get to meet my neighbours.”

Moving in on the same day into a new three bedroom Sherford home, Eliana Griffiths said: “I have been looking for a house for a long time, and then I discovered Sherford. I absolutely love the location, especially as it is near the beaches and so close to Plymouth. Sherford will have everything I need on my doorstep, and I am excited about being part of a new community.”

With over 600 homes being constructed in the first phase, the residents are also the first members of the Community Trust. Every resident will form part of the Community Trust, a not-for-profit group that will eventually have significant responsibility in the management of the new town, enhancing life at Sherford and meeting the needs of all those who live there.

The Sherford Consortium, the network of homebuilders responsible for the new community – Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Taylor Wimpey – has worked with some of the South West’s finest architects, designers and craftsmen to ensure Sherford residents will benefit from high quality, stunning new homes. On its completion, 12,000 residents will call Sherford ‘home’.

Wayne Bennett, Sales and Marketing Director, Sherford Consortium said: “Welcoming the first residents to Sherford is a hugely significant moment in the history of the development, and we are proud to have reached this point. Sherford’s first residents will be able to watch it grow into a thriving community, complete with businesses, shops, facilities and parks – all within a short distance of their homes.”

Brian Deacon, Sales and Marketing Director, Sherford Consortium said: “Opening the doors of the first homes to residents is a milestone that is a result of much hard work, planning and craftmanship. It is so much more than a new housing development, it will be a thriving new community run by the people who live there. This is an exciting time to live at Sherford, and with more homes for sale, we look forward to welcoming many more residents.”

Deputy leader for Plymouth City Council Patrick Nicholson added: “This is what all the years of planning and negotiations has been about – providing somewhere for people to live in a new, planned community on the edge of Plymouth. It’s a great day for the planners, the construction companies, the contractors, the developers, architects and nature experts who have been working to ensure this exciting new settlement is balanced and is in keeping with the stunning countryside of the South Hams.”

Chairman of the Sherford Project Board, and Head of Paid Service at South Hams District Council Steve Jorden said: “South Hams is delighted to see the first residents move into Sherford. We have been waiting for this day for over 20 years. In that time, our Councillors have been working very closely with the consortium and we are all excited to see the new community come to life.”

To find out more information about Sherford, including homes for sale, please visit www.sherford.org.

 

-ENDS-

References to “we”, “us” or “our” are to the part of the Vistry Group (including Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, Countryside Homes, Drew Smith, Vistry Ventures or one of Vistry’s joint venture companies) from which you are intending to purchase a new home. References to "you” and “your” are to the prospective buyer or buyers of a new home from us.

All images are used for illustrative purposes only and are representative only. They may not be the same as the actual home you purchase and the specification may differ. Images may be of a slightly different model of home and may include optional upgrades and extras which involve additional cost. Individual features such as windows, brick, carpets, paint and other material colours may vary and also the specification of fittings may vary. Any furnishings and furniture are not included in any sale. Please check with our sales consultants for details of the exact specifications available at the development(s) for each type of home and the associated prices.