A once in a generation opportunity for Liphook with strategic, social and community infrastructure at its core.
A once in a generation opportunity for Liphook with strategic, social and community infrastructure at its core.
Update
In January 2023, we responded to the East Hampshire District Council Regulation 18 Local Plan consultation. We outlined the need for a joined-up approach between East Hampshire and the South Downs National Park in addressing the cross-boundary housing needs for the area, which is particularly relevant in locations such as Liphook.
The South Downs National Park Authority have undertaken a ‘Call for Sites’ consultation from August to September 2022 in which they requested the submission of sites to be considered for development in the next version of the Local Plan. We have submitted Westlands Park and our Vision Document, setting out our exciting proposals for the site which can be viewed here.
In response to the ‘Bramshott and Liphook Housing Needs Assessment (HNA)’ which identifies the need for between 154 and 224 new specialist dwellings for older and disabled people, Harrow Estates are now actively engaging with a provider for a retirement village / care home to be included within the Westland Park development proposals.
The evolution of Westlands Park
Land in the West of Liphook provides the best opportunity for a logical extension to the village, being in the most sustainable location and providing the greatest benefits to the community, both in terms of infrastructure and community benefits.
The proposals at Westlands Park have evolved over time, shaped by local feedback and underpinned by social infrastructure as can be seen on the latest masterplan below.
Explore our interactive plan – hover over the dots to find out about our updated community-focused proposals.
Harrow Estates, part of Redrow Group, are continuing to promote sustainable and community-led proposals at Westlands Park. The views of residents continue to be sought to assist in shaping these exciting proposals, which are focused on benefits to the wider community, for the area, its residents, businesses and visitors. Harrow’s vision for Westlands Park is informed by appreciating the landscape and biodiversity character of the site, understanding its relationship to the South Downs National Park and Liphook.
Harrow Estates, part of Redrow Group, are continuing to promote sustainable and community-led proposals at Westlands Park. The views of residents continue to be sought to assist in shaping these exciting proposals, which are focused on benefits to the wider community, for the area, its residents, businesses and visitors. Harrow’s vision for Westlands Park is informed by appreciating the landscape and biodiversity character of the site, understanding its relationship to the South Downs National Park and Liphook.
What is being proposed?
Westlands Park Community Benefits:
The funding and delivery of a new western link road, which offers the greatest transport benefit of all options tested for Liphook and the public purse. This has the ability to be delivered through public/private partnership with the landowners, which could be funded and delivered as part of the allocation and development of these lands.
The delivery of the existing consented roundabout and medical centre.
Harrow Estates have reached an agreement in principle with Inspired Villages Group to deliver the retirement community within the Westlands Park development.
The new Inspired Village community will include a number of facilities which will be made available to the general public as well as occupiers. These facilities can include a shop, restaurant / café, fitness studio and swimming pool. The offering of local facilities will be worked up further at the detailed design stage.
Provision of land for new leisure facility with changing rooms, gym and swimming pool, car park and coach drop off area for Bohunt School.
Provision of land for performing arts/theatre building adjacent to Bohunt School and Liphook Infant and Junior Schools.
Provision of land for new tennis courts and play facilities adjacent to Bohunt School.
Provision of land for nursery provision adjacent to Bohunt School.
The provision of a new car park – for the railway station which is currently understood to be at capacity.
An exemplar gateway to the South Downs National Park, incorporating a reception centre and car park.
Footpaths and cycle links linking to the existing PROW network to the surrounding area.
Embracing new and evolving technologies through on-site Mobility Hubs giving people access to sustainable transport options to keep up with our ever changing world.
New foul drainage infrastructure to overcome capacity issues for Liphook.
Full ‘Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace‘ (SANG) provision for the whole development.
Employment opportunities.
A comprehensive package of landscape and biodiversity enhancements in line with South Downs National Park standards. Connecting people to nature and natural systems by providing growing space, allotments and orchards and the opportunity to promote on site biodiversity by maintaining and enhancing existing green infrastructure.
A development that complements the character of Liphook through the identification of its unique characteristics.
The delivery of much needed housing (up to 600 homes), including affordable housing. Homes will have space for home working and are future-proofed for adaptability and flexible working arrangements.
Why West of Liphook?
The site is a sustainable choice for development as it provides the only real opportunity to develop local leisure facilities and homes with good public transport and walking and cycling links to nearby settlements and the South Downs National Park.
A Landscape Led Approach
Structured around the SDNP Local Plan and ‘ecosystem services’ approach.
Allowing Bohunt School to Grow
Providing much needed expansion space for coach parking, drop off and playing fields and new access
Pitches and Play
Creation of a sports campus catering for children’s play, trim trails and new grounds for Liphook United
Funding much Needed Infrastructure to Relieve congestion in the Town Centre
Funding and delivery of a new western link road.
A Sustainable Extension Adjacent to the Town Centre
Providing much needed revitalisation of the high street, providing a sustainable walkable footprint to support local employment and Town Centre economy
A Well Contained Site
A substantial landscaped edge between Land South of Longmoor Road and the South Downs National Park
Proximity to Major Employment Hubs
Travel times to London just over one hour and Portsmouth in 45 minutes on the train
Gateway to the South Downs
Encouraging visitors to the South Downs, benefiting Liphook’s’ economy
Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG)
Full provision in accordance with East Hants Regulation 18 Local Plan – Interim SANG Assessment Report
Delivering Family Homes for All Ages and Stages in Life including Affordable Homes
Opportunities for family homes, starter homes and elderly accommodation
Development at Scale Delivers Comprehensive Benefits to Liphook
Reduces the need for small infill developments impacting on a number of existing communities
Policy Position
The site is within Bramshott and Liphook Parish and its Neighbourhood Development Plan area. The Neighbourhood Development Plan is focused on enhancing the parish, both now and into the future. Harrow passionately believes that Westlands Park can provide the best solution to enhancing the area, delivering a community-led proposal which includes strategic, social and community infrastructure.
The site and Vision Document were put forward to the South Downs National Park Authority which conducted a ‘Call for Sites’ consultation in September 2022. The South Downs National Park Authority is soon to be commencing work on the next version of its Local Plan and we consider that Westlands Park is a truly sustainable option for meeting local needs, delivering much-needed infrastructure, provision of affordable housing as well as numerous community benefits.
In January 2023 we made representations to the East Hampshire District Council Regulation 18 Local Plan consultation supporting effective cross-boundary working between East Hampshire and the South Downs National Park to ensure that new development is directed to the most suitable locations and that this delivery is not frustrated by the presence of administrative boundaries. We remain committed to engaging collaboratively with East Hampshire District Council, the South Downs National Park Authority, the Bramshott and Liphook Neighbourhood Development Plan Steering Group and the local community to enable our vision for Liphook to be delivered.
About us
Harrow Estates has a proven track record in transforming complex sites into quality places to live and as part of Redrow Group, all sites promoted through the planning system by Harrow will be developed by Redrow Homes. Redrow is currently developing nearby sites at Hop Field Place in Alton and Maple Walk in Liphook.
Your Views
Harrow Estates has continued to evolve plans at Westlands Park and continue to seek the views of residents and stakeholders on this unique opportunity for Liphook. If you would like more information about the detailed work undertaken to support this, please click to view the Vision Document.
Your Views
Harrow Estates has continued to evolve plans at Westlands Park and continue to seek the views of residents and stakeholders on this unique opportunity for Liphook. If you would like more information about the detailed work undertaken to support this, please click to view the Vision Document.
Contact us
Harrow Estates has appointed Community Consultants, TFA, who are available 24/7 to assist in answering queries or providing help with access to information.
