Lathom Pastures

Development Overview

Lathom Pastures is a new build residential development by Bellway Homes, one of the UK’s largest housebuilders, located off Neverstitch Road in the semi-rural village of Lathom, Lancashire (WN8 8FD). The development comprises a collection of 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom homes, including semi-detached and detached house types. Bellway Homes holds a 5-star rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for the ninth consecutive year, indicating that over 90% of their customers would recommend them to a friend. The development is situated within the boundaries of Lancashire County Council and offers new build homes on a Freehold basis.

Property Details

The current phase includes a variety of layouts designed for different buyer profiles. Available property types include the three-bedroom semi-detached ‘The Tailor’, with prices starting from £236,995, and the three-bedroom detached ‘The Quilter’ priced from £276,995.

For larger families, four-bedroom detached houses are available, with specific house styles such as ‘The Bowyer’ starting from approximately £344,995 to £382,995, and the larger ‘The Forester’ priced from £414,995. The four-bedroom ‘Forester’ type spans approximately 1502 sq. ft. and features an open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area with French doors to the rear garden, a separate utility room with a cloakroom, and an integral garage. The main bedroom includes a private en-suite and a dedicated dressing area. All new homes come with a 10-year NHBC Buildmark policy.

Location Benefits

Lathom Pastures offers strong connectivity to regional centres via the road network. The site is located just two miles from the M58 motorway, providing a travel time to Liverpool in under 40 minutes, while St. Helens can be reached in less than 20 minutes via the A570.

For rail commuters, the development benefits from several nearby stations: Rainford is 2.7 miles away, and Ormskirk and Parbold stations are both approximately 3.1 miles distant. The quaint market town of Ormskirk is 3.5 miles from the development and offers a wealth of retail and leisure attractions, with Burscough Wharf just under five miles away. The area is noted for its accessible countryside, including walking routes along the Leeds to Liverpool Canal.

Specific local amenities include The Ship Inn, a traditional country pub known for real ales and locally sourced food, and Taylors Farms Shop. Educational provision includes Westhead Lathom St James’ CE Primary School, a semi-rural school with a Victorian building and extensive outdoor facilities, and Lathom High School.

Practical Information

Current pricing for new build homes at Lathom Pastures ranges from £236,995 for a three-bedroom semi-detached property up to the mid-£400,000s for the largest detached homes. Specific incentives, such as deposit contributions or cashback up to £15,000, are available on selected plots and are subject to terms and conditions. The annual Estate Management Charge is plot-dependent, with one example confirming a charge of £111.00. Prospective buyers should contact the developer, Bellway Homes (North West), directly for current plot availability, the latest pricing on 2 and 5-bedroom homes, and to arrange an appointment.