Work underway on Clipstone housing scheme

Construction work has started on the first phase of a new housing development in Clipstone, Mansfield, by developer Sherwood Oak Homes.The Oaks will bring 313 properties to the market in 2022.On Clipstone Road East, the first phase of the development will consist of 30 new homes; ten three-bedroom and 19 four-bedroom properties and a single five-bedroom home.Contractor Henry Boot Construction has been chosen to bring the project forward while selling agent Pygott & Crone will market the properties.The development has been designed to encourage and attract wildlife and for its residents to enjoy the outdoors. Across the site, there will also be a number of green spaces and children’s playgrounds for families to enjoy, and bird and bat boxes will be installed.In keeping with the name of the development, oak trees are being planted throughout the site.The s106 agreement for the development outlines plans to make improvements to local rights of way to encourage walking and cycling as well as investments in spa ponds and vicars water – two nature reserves local to The Oaks.The first phase of homes is due to go on sale in early 2022 with Pygott & Crone.