West Dorset Living Jun - Jul 2023

DISCOVER
Poundbury
Poundbury, the urban extension developed by the
Duchy of Cornwall, to the West of the county town
of Dorchester, is 30 years old. The population is now
more than 4,900 and when the project is completed,
over 2,700 homes will have been established...
THE FINAL PHASES
Work has commenced on the North West quadrant. This will
provide 205 new homes, including further integrated affordable
housing, together with seven commercial premises over the next
four years. The architecture will reflect both the Arts and Crafts
and the Queen Anne Revival styles. The Northern quadrant
continues, together with Crown Square and Chapel Place,
overlooking the Great Field.
ECOLOGY AND SUSTAINABILITY
Incorporation of evolving sustainability and habitat creation
opportunities continues. The second array of public EV chargers,
north of Queen Mother Square, will open in May. An increasing
number of rooftop photovoltaic installation proposals are being
received and approved. Bird boxes are incorporated into every
build phase, with guidance from the RSPB and averaging at least
one per dwelling. Other initiatives include further tree planting,
provision for bats, hedgehogs, bees and encouraging the
increasingly diverse flora.
The Great Field, with over 400 trees, 35,000 shrubs, three
wildflower meadows, a network of paths and the Pavilion café
(Pip’s) in the centre, is well established and being enjoyed by all
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ages, from Dorchester and further afield. The play area, with its
magnificent timber equipment is proving especially popular since
being opened in May last year.
LATEST BUSINESSES NEWS
The areas currently being completed include Crown Square;
landscaped gardens with trees and seats, surrounded by
an eclectic mix of homes, shops and offices. More than 250
employment locations now exist over Poundbury, including
shops, cafés, public houses, restaurants, offices and factories,
providing more than 2,600 job opportunities. They are integrated
throughout the development, with a focus on the four hubs –
Queen Mother Square, the Buttermarket, Pummery Square and
more recently Crown Square. Businesses range from small family
run artisan shops, popular destination outlets such as Boos
Toy Shop, through to the Poundbury Garden Centre and the
Charbonnel et Walker chocolate factory (with seconds shop….)
For those planning a visit, why not consider the Monart Spa and
the Duchess of Cornwall Inn, both in Queen Mother Square.
MORE INFORMATION
Duchy of Cornwall at www.poundbury.co.uk/live/local-shops/
Discover Dorchester at www.discoverdorchester.co.uk
POUNDBURY’S NEWEST CHAPTER
Discover an elegant collection of 24 contemporary 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes,
located in the Northern Quadrant of this exceptional development.
** NOW LAUNCHED **
Sydenham Square forms the latest chapter in the internationally renowned Duchy of
Cornwall development of Poundbury on the outskirts of Dorchester.
Contact us today to find out more
01305 213745 | www.morrishhomes.co.uk
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