Land deal moves forward plans for 130 homes on former colliery site

Housebuilder Harron Homes Yorkshire has purchased a 16-acre plot in Pontefract as part of plans to delivers nearly 130 homes on a disused colliery site.

The development on the former Prince of Wales colliery is to be called Castle Gardens after nearby Pontefract Castle which was built by Ilbert de Lacy in 1070.

Harron has now received planning permission for parcel A, where work on the first 66 homes is due to start this month in partnership with Harworth Group. The developer is seeking permission for a further 61 homes later this year.

Richard Coy, land director for Harron Homes Yorkshire, said: “We’re excited to make progress on Castle Gardens with a range of homes that complement the charm of their location, and we look forward to sharing more updates with the community soon.”

As part of its planning application, Harron has committed over £110,000 in section 106 contributions to the local area.