Castle Meadows

Castle Meadows: Egremont, Cumbria (CA22 2LJ)

Development Overview

Castle Meadows is a new build development by Gleeson Homes located on Uldale View, Egremont, Cumbria (CA22 2LJ). The scheme will deliver a total of 164 freehold new build homes, comprising a mix of 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom properties. The development structure is designed to provide affordable, high-quality housing, with approximately 16 of the homes designated as Affordable Housing. Sales are anticipated to launch towards the end of 2025, with starting prices for the homes due to be around £189,995.

Property Details and Structure

The 19-acre development site will feature a range of house types including semi-detached and detached configurations. The composition of the scheme includes 13 two-bedroom, 90 three-bedroom, 57 four-bedroom, and 4 five-bedroom properties. Specific property styles include the 'Keady,' a 3-bedroom semi-detached home with two bathrooms, and the 'Limerick,' a 3-bedroom detached home. A larger option is the 'Castledermot,' a 5-bedroom, 2.5-storey semi-detached house, which includes a main bedroom with an en-suite, a second en-suite on the top floor, a separate utility room, and French doors leading from the open-plan kitchen/dining area to the garden. As a developer focused on affordability, Gleeson Homes states that its new build properties require on average 49% less energy to heat and power than a second-hand home, contributing to lower running costs for homeowners.

Location and Transport Links

Castle Meadows is situated with road access via the A595, which runs through Egremont and is ideal for commuters, being located approximately 5 miles from the Sellafield nuclear site. Public transport is accessible with the nearest bus station just a 10-minute walk from the development, offering frequent services to local destinations including Whitehaven, Workington, and St Bees. For rail travel, St Bees train station provides services on the Cumbrian Coast Line to larger towns and cities such as Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, and Penrith. The site offers views of the Lake District National Park, which is reachable within a 15-minute drive.

Local Amenities and Services

The development is well-served by local amenities and highly-rated educational establishments. For primary education, Bookwell Primary School (0.3 miles) and St Bridget’s Catholic Primary School (0.5 miles) are nearby, both of which are rated Outstanding and Good by Ofsted, respectively. Secondary education is available at West Lakes Academy (0.6 miles), which has an Ofsted rating of Outstanding. Local leisure facilities include Egremont Castle, a 5-minute walk away, a library, and various fitness clubs. The town centre provides a choice of independent stores and local amenities. The developer's Section 106 agreement includes significant investment into the local area, committing over £1 million towards Education and £83,000 towards recreational space. The site itself will incorporate large public open spaces for residents.

Practical Information

The full price list for specific house types (e.g., Keady, Limerick) is to be confirmed upon the official sales launch, currently estimated for late 2025. Further details on specific plot releases, house plans, and viewing arrangements for the show homes can be obtained by registering interest directly with Gleeson Homes, using the provided contact sales number.