A BRIEF HISTORY OF ORCHARD GROVE

A BRIEF HISTORY OF ORCHARD GROVE

The history of Orchard Grove dates back to 2004, when the land was first identified as part of the Taunton Urban Extension Study. Over the next ten years, ideas and plans for how the land would be used were developed in partnership with the local community and in...
WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN MARCH?

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN MARCH?

As we head into Spring and milder weather, earthworks will ramp up to make the most of drier days. This means you will see a lot more soil exposed and machinery transporting earth around the site. Our work will continue on the drainage needed for the spine road that...
WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN MARCH?

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SITE IN FEBRUARY?

This month sees the continuation of work to prepare the site, with more cut and fill earthworks taking place as the weather allows.   An exciting step forward, this month Taylor Wimpey arrives on site, so you can expect to see more contractors, new flags and...
PLANS FOR NEW PRIMARY SCHOOL PROGRESS

PLANS FOR NEW PRIMARY SCHOOL PROGRESS

Proposals for a new primary school to serve Orchard Grove moved a step closer to becoming a reality this week. On Wednesday, January 20, Somerset County Council’s Cabinet unanimously backed recommendations to deliver a new 420-place primary school, as well as a...