Hawthorne Farm

Development Overview

Hawthorne Farm is a new build homes development by Persimmon Homes, located at Hawthorne Place, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2HU, on the northern edge of the historic market town. The development offers a structured mix of one-bedroom bungalows and three, four, and five-bedroom houses. A number of plots are specifically designated to meet local housing needs, including 17 affordable housing units and a range of properties designated for the over-55s market, subject to specific criteria, which is written into the property transfer and runs in perpetuity.

Initial pricing for properties at Hawthorne Farm starts from approximately £254,000 for three-bedroom houses, with overall new build homes prices ranging up to approximately £260,000, depending on the house type and final phase release. The final phase of the development is currently awaiting planning approval, with interested parties advised to register their interest for the final plot releases.

Property Details

The properties at Hawthorne Farm are offered with Freehold tenure. Homeowners should anticipate an annual service charge (estate management fee), which is approximately £163 per year. While specific plot availability varies, a typical three-bedroom semi-detached house type includes ground floor dimensions such as a Kitchen (2.74 x 2.54 metres), a Dining room (3.08 x 2.21 metres), and a Living room (4.01 x 3.38 metres). The development also incorporates areas of open green space and native tree planting across the site.

Persimmon Homes is offering a range of buyer assistance schemes on selected plots, including the New Build Boost, Deposit Boost (a 5% Deposit Contribution Scheme), Part Exchange, Own New Rate Reducer Scheme, Home Change, and Deposit Unlock, subject to individual status and terms.

Location Benefits

Situated in the scenic Ribble Valley, just outside the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the location benefits from both rural surroundings and excellent connectivity.

Transport Links: Clitheroe train station is conveniently located a swift seven-minute walk from the development. Direct rail services connect Clitheroe to major cities, with the fastest journey time to Manchester being approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes. Commuters can reach Preston in as little as 44 minutes by train, though this route often involves one change. By road, the development offers direct access to the A59, which links quickly to nearby centres of industry, including Preston, Blackburn, and Burnley, with the M65 motorway also within close proximity.

Local Amenities: Hawthorne Farm is within a short walking distance of essential local amenities. Clitheroe town centre, overlooked by the 12th-century Norman Castle, features banks, pharmacies, supermarkets, and a range of independent shops and eateries, such as Cowman's Famous Sausage Shop and various cafes. The town also hosts a regular outdoor market, a fixture since the Norman Conquest. The area is served by local primary and secondary schools, with specific catchment details available upon contacting the developer or local authority.

Practical Information

The on-site sales office at Hawthorne Farm is permanently closed, and all property viewings are strictly by appointment only. For current plot availability, specific pricing, and to arrange a viewing, prospective buyers must contact the Persimmon Homes sales team directly.