Chimes Bank

Chimes Bank New Build Homes, Wigton, Cumbria

Development Overview

Chimes Bank, by developer Gleeson Homes, is a residential new build development situated on Low Moor Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9QR. The scheme features a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom homes, designed to be affordable and accessible for local buyers. The development status is near completion, with 2-bedroom and 4-bedroom house types currently sold out. Available properties are now limited to the remaining 3-bedroom semi-detached and detached new build homes, with prices starting from £229,995. The developer, Gleeson Homes, is a company focused on building low-cost homes across the North of England, reporting a strong customer recommendation score of 95.3% in recent customer satisfaction surveys. However, prospective buyers should note the company is sometimes classified as a budget builder, and some previous external reviews have reported mixed experiences regarding post-completion customer service and finish quality.

Property Details

The remaining new build homes are all three-bedroom properties with a Freehold tenure. A key available house type is the 'Cranford,' a three-bedroom detached house which features a ground floor comprising a spacious open-plan kitchen-diner with French doors to the garden, a separate living room, and a downstairs WC. Selected homes include practical standard features such as turf to both the front and rear gardens, full 6ft timber perimeter fencing, and an external outside tap. The internal specification includes an Ideal Standard bathroom suite and central heating system, with options available for personalising finishes like Porcelanosa tiles, subject to the build stage.

Location and Connectivity

Chimes Bank is positioned in the market town of Wigton, offering a balance between local amenities and access to the countryside. For commuters, the development offers convenient transport links. Wigton train station is approximately a six-minute drive, providing regular rail services to Carlisle and Whitehaven. By road, the A596 is easily accessible, linking directly to Carlisle, which is a manageable 30-minute drive. This arterial road also connects to the M6 motorway for wider regional travel north and south. A local bus stop with services to Carlisle Bus Station is within walking distance of the development.

Local amenities are comprehensive and accessible. Wigton town centre, with its selection of shops, bars, and restaurants, is just a 15-minute walk. Essential services nearby include a Co-op, Lidl, and SPAR all within a mile, as well as the Wigton Group Medical Practice and Wigton Hospital (1.7 miles). The location is ideal for families, with The Nelson Thomlinson School (secondary), Thomlinson Junior School, Wigton Nursery and Infant School, and Lowmoor Pre School all within walking distance. Leisure activities are well catered for, with Wigton bowling club, swimming pool, and rugby club all under 1.5 miles away. Furthermore, the development is situated between the Lakeland Fells (Caldbeck is a 15-minute drive) and the Solway Firth coastline (Allonby is 13 miles away).

Practical Information

As the development is nearing completion with the last homes remaining, the on-site sales centre is now closed. Prospective buyers for the remaining 3-bedroom new build homes should direct enquiries to the Gleeson Homes sales centre at the nearby St Patrick's Vale development in Aspatria, CA7 2AJ. Specific house type availability and final pricing for the remaining plots are subject to change and should be confirmed directly with the developer.