Barratt begins work on new homes in Hailsham

Barratt Southern Counties is already receiving enquiries for its new 1.5 acre development, Halyards, in the vibrant and historic country town of Hailsham, East Sussex, just north of Eastbourne.

Even though construction has only just started, it isn’t surprising that there’s early interest in this development, which will provide the local area with 22, two, three and four-bedroom houses. As part of the scheme’s planning approval, Barratt will ensure that the design of the new homes will contribute to, and enhance the local distinctiveness and character of existing properties in the area by adopting an East Sussex cottage-style design.

“We have been inundated with enquiries; the attractive cottage-style design seems to be a strong contributing factor to this interest, combined with the beautiful and historic location of Hailsham” comments Trevor Sawyer, Managing Director of Barratt Southern Counties.

Hailsham is an attractive town with a wide range of amenities, shops, eateries and entertainment. The High Street is home to a Waitrose and a selection of household names as well as boasting a number of boutiques and specialist shops. Adding to the variety are two weekly markets and a monthly farmers’ and crafts market.

Adjacent to the town is the National Nature Reserve, the Pevensey Levels, a low-lying tract of largely reclaimed wetland framed against the distinctive backdrop of the South Downs and home to some of the rarest species of birds and plant life in the UK.

Commuters will appreciate the convenient road and rail links to the town: Polegate station, four miles from Hailsham, provides frequent direct trains to London Victoria, Eastbourne and Hastings. The railway journey to Eastbourne only takes ten minutes, whilst the journey to London takes approximately 90 minutes. By road, London Gatwick Airport is a just under an hour away via the A22 and A23 and Newhaven Harbour with regular ferries to France is accessible in a little under half-an-hour.

To register for further information on Halyards, visit the website at Barratthomes.co.uk.