New Homes to Breathe New Life into Leicester Shoe Factory

10th October 2011

When it was built in 1891, Wheatsheaf Works was one of the largest footwear factories in the world. Owned by the Co-operative Wholesale Society, it supplied a wealth of employment opportunities in the south east of Leicester.

The landmark site, with its two Grade II listed factory buildings and clock tower, will now be transformed into 172 high quality homes to meet the housing needs of the local community

Plans for the development, which comprises a mixture of brand new townhouses and converted homes in the original buildings, have been devised by Leicester architects JSP Architecture. The project will be developed by Urban Rhythm - the specialist regeneration arm of luxury local housebuilder The Hazelton Group.

Richard Hazelton, Commercial Director at The Hazelton Group said, "We are delighted to have been granted planning permission for this stunning new development.

"We're sure our refurbishment of the Grade II listed buildings, which have been left derelict for the past 10 years, and development of the surrounding site will act as a catalyst to draw homeowners to the area and help to regenerate the local community.

"The scheme will breathe new life back into a building steeped in history so that it may be appreciated as an integral part of the community once again."

Justin Fox, Design Architect at JSP Architecture said, "We are pleased to be working with Urban Rhythm on such a landmark site in the city of Leicester and deliver a scheme of this quality and magnitude in the current economic climate.

"We will continue to liaise closely with Leicester City Council to ensure that our desire to score very highly on the Building for Life criteria, which is a new integral part of the City Council's core strategy, is achieved."

The ornate, Neo-Jacobean main factory building will be converted into a series of townhouses using contemporary interventions into the existing fabric of the building. The homes will be located around an extensive landscaped courtyard. This layout will help ensure the development has a real sense of community.

The design of the new build houses will contrast the beautiful historic façade of the listed buildings and help to further create this new community drawing on the founding principles of the Co-operative philosophy of community living. Urban Rhythm will work to ensure that these homes reach either Eco Homes Level 'Very Good' or Code Sustainable Homes Level 3.

For more information about the new homes at Wheatsheaf Works, call Urban Rhythm on 01536 714920 or visit www.hazeltonhomes.com/urban/

Discover eight hidden gems at The Pastures, Walcote, Leicestershire

2nd June 2010

It would be extremely easy to drive right past our new homes in Walcote. And that's a great reason to take a little time to discover just how special these eight homes are.

Walcote is situated on the main A4304 Market Harborough to Lutterworth road, but tucked behind a number of other older village properties, and away from the main road, you'll find The Pastures, our new development.

As you turn off Lutterworth Road and up to The Pastures, you'll find all eight homes face into their own courtyard with private parking for each. All homes also have private gardens, but plots 1 to 4 offer something rather special - the views. From the rear of all 4, the views across open countryside are spectacular, wonderful mature English trees sit majestically in undulating green fields, and offer an ever changing picture throughout the seasons.

All eight homes are built to our exacting standards and feature high levels of fixers and fittings as standard, however, get in quick, and you'll be able to really make it your home with the help of our Hazelton Editions range.

To find out a little more about The Pastures click here

Three thoroughbreds go on sale at The Stableyard, Hallaton

19th March 2010

For the past few months, we've been busy getting three very special new homes at the Stableyard up to show standards, and they're almost ready to make their new owners proud.

Together with local craftsmen, our team have put their heart and soul into creating homes that will be some of the most desirable properties in the picturesque South Leicestershire village of Hallaton.

Horseshoe Cottage, Groom's Cottage and Blacksmith's Cottage have been skilfully crafted from the old stable buildings in the grounds of Hallaton Hall, and wherever possible, notable architectural stonework and features have been carefully integrated into modern living spaces.

We've used only the finest materials, fixtures and fittings throughout, with every tiny detail having been considered by ourselves. Crisp, modern interiors contrast beautifully with their historic surroundings, whilst outside spaces have been cleverly planned to sit within the private walls of the Hall.

We've been having record numbers of enquiries on these three homes, so would advise early private viewings to avoid disappointment.

For further information on these three homes, click here or call us on 01536 714920 to arrange a viewing.

Town & Country living at its best for 2010

8th December 2009

Hazelton Homes are excited to announce two very special developments for 2010.

The first, The Elms, is situated in Stoneygate, Leicester's most highly regarded residential area. Just five bespoke 4 & 5 bedroom homes, each with private parking and garages, and are set well off the road in their own cluster, offering a touch of tranquility in the city.

The second development, The Stableyard, is situated in one of England's prettiest villages - Hallaton, in South Leicestershire.

Just three 4 & 5 bedroom homes converted from the stables at Hallaton Hall, all will feature elegant and generous living spaces, with hand crafted kitchens, wood burning stoves and extremely private courtyard gardens. One home will feature a stunning Oak framed car port built by local craftsmen.

Being two of the finest addresses in Leicestershire, interest is already high, 'off plan' purchasers will benefit from being able to tailor their new home to suit their own style with the help of Hazelton Editions fixtures and fittings. Feel free to contact us for further information on either development, we'll bee more than pleased to tell you all about these exciting homes. Telephone 01536 714920

Hazelton Homes Relocation, Relocation.

15th October 2009

After watching so many happy people moving into their dream homes, we thought it was about time we did too.

After renovating our current office premises in the stables of Hallaton Hall, we've enjoyed our few years there. But with our ever expanding portfolio of companies (and staff) we were ready for a move to larger premises.

Our beautiful country hotel and spa - Rushton Hall has some of the most peaceful and inspiring scenery in the area, what better location for our new head offices.

From October 2009 we will be residing in the Estate Office at Rushton Hall in Northamptonshire with new contact details as follows; Telephone 01536 714920 Fax 01536 710705, our emails remain the same.

Of course, with such a fantastic location we're sure we'll be very happy in our new (re)location.