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WORK BEGINS ON ORCHARD GROVE’S NEW CIVIC SQUARE

WORK BEGINS ON ORCHARD GROVE’S NEW CIVIC SQUARE

Construction has commenced on a new civic square at Orchard Grove, marking an important milestone in the development's commitment to creating vibrant community spaces. This area is designed to be a place where community life can flourish  The square, scheduled...

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN FEBRUARY 2025?

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN FEBRUARY 2025?

Development work continues to advance steadily across Orchard Grove as we enter February. The park and bus transport hub construction is in its final stages, with teams working to complete this vital community infrastructure. Once finished, these facilities will...

LOCAL FOOTBALL TEAM GETS NEW KIT SPONSORS

LOCAL FOOTBALL TEAM GETS NEW KIT SPONSORS

The under 8’s team at North Curry Football Club have smart new kit, thanks to support from Bovis Homes, which is part of Vistry Group and a member of the Orchard Grove Consortium. Based at White Street Sports Ground and North Curry Playing Fields in North Curry, plus...

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN FEBRUARY 2025?

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN JANUARY 2025?

Progress continues across Orchard Grove as we move into the new year. Work on the park and bus transport hub remains on schedule, with completion anticipated in February. This will provide an important infrastructure link for the community once operational....

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR SITE SHUTDOWN

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR SITE SHUTDOWN

Please be aware that we will have a site shutdown over Christmas and the New Year. This means no construction or groundworks will take place during the festivities. If there are any on-site emergencies that you need to bring to our attention, please use the details...

WHERE TO SEE SANTA NEAR ORCHARD GROVE

WHERE TO SEE SANTA NEAR ORCHARD GROVE

Get ready to feel the festive spirit as Father Christmas makes his way near Orchard Grove this December! Whether you're hoping to spot his magical sleigh or enjoy a more personal meet-and-greet, here’s where you can find the main man this winter: Santa’s Travelling...

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN FEBRUARY 2025?

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN DECEMBER 2024?

A great deal of work is visible at the entrance of the development, as work continues to create the Park & Bus hub. Construction is expected to be completed on this in Q1 of next year and then ownership will be transferred to Somerset Council. The local authority...

SAFE PARKING AT ORCHARD GROVE

SAFE PARKING AT ORCHARD GROVE

We have observed several residents parking directly on the pavement and cycle path, and we wish to bring this matter to your attention. This practice not only inconveniences pedestrians and cyclists but also poses significant safety risks. Under no circumstances...

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN FEBRUARY 2025?

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN NOVEMBER 2024?

Right at the top of the site, the park and bus area is really taking shape - and you can read more about this here. Next door to this is the 'employment land', and work has started here too. These are two really important steps forward for the development, in forging...

WORK STARTS ON PARK & BUS TRANSPORT HUB TO CONNECT COMMUNITIES

WORK STARTS ON PARK & BUS TRANSPORT HUB TO CONNECT COMMUNITIES

Work is now underway to create a ‘Park and Bus’ transport hub at the new Orchard Grove development. This new purpose-built transport zone will include over 300 parking spaces, electric vehicle charging points, cycle shelter, and a dedicated bus lane and bus shelter to...