Whitchurch medical centre and new homes designs revealed
Plans for a major housing and healthcare development – including a new medical centre – in Whitchurch will go on show this week.
As part of wider regeneration plans for Whitchurch, the Pauls Moss scheme will join two existing GP practices in a modern, purpose-built medical centre, offer combined housing and care services for over 55s and provide a community space for activities and events.
The plans has been welcomed by the local patients' group, which says the new health facilities are "much needed".
Project leaders say the development will revitalise the outdated area of Pauls Moss, delivering high quality retirement living accommodation and state-of-the-art health facilities
Chairman of the Whitchurch Patients Group, Peggy Mullock, said: "This is a fantastic opportunity for Whitchurch residents to come and discuss these exciting development plans, which will bring new healthcare facilities and much needed specialist housing to our town.
"It’s widely accepted that there is a need for improved medical services here. This new development will deliver an enhanced service for patients, as well as supplying the housing and support needed for the growing numbers of older residents in the town.
"I’d encourage people to come and talk to the partners involved at this drop-in event. It’s an exciting step forward for Whitchurch."
The project is expected to take three years to complete and will be funded by Shropshire Council, The Wrekin Housing Trust, Homes England, NHS England, NHS Shropshire Clinical Commissioning Group and the One Public Estate programme.
Following an investment boost from Shropshire Council, drawings are now nearing completion to put forward a formal planning application.
Project leaders are keen to hear the views of locals before finalising the application.
Jane Kind, project manager at The Wrekin Housing Trust, said: "We believe this exciting development will bring huge benefits to the area and the community in Whitchurch.
"We received very positive feedback at our last drop-in event and we’re looking forward to speaking to more residents on October 5."
Residents are invited to hear more about the proposals and have their say at a community drop-in event on October 5, between 12pm and 6pm at the Civic Centre.
