We are bringing some festive cheer to Southampton as the proud sponsors of this year’s highly anticipated Christmas pantomime – Jack and the Beanstalk – at the renowned Mayflower Theatre.

This spectacular production, featuring the world-famous dance troupe Ashley Banjo & Diversity alongside comedian and actor Kev Orkian, promises to be a magical experience for audiences of all ages. The pantomime will run from December 14th, 2024, to January 5th, 2025, and tickets are already on sale for what is set to be one of the season’s must-see shows.

Michael Ockwell, Chief Executive and Creative Director of Mayflower Theatre, said:  “We are delighted that Bargate Homes have invested this year in our giant pantomime spectacular which is produced by the world’s biggest pantomime producer Crossroads Pantomimes. Bargate’s generous sponsorship of our pantomime helps us to provide inspiring experiences to Southampton audiences and the next generation of theatregoers. Over 74,000 theatregoers saw last year’s production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and we expect to smash that number this year, with many tickets already pre-booked. All performances are selling fast, so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment.” 

Mark White, our Managing Director at Bargate Homes, said: “With many of our team living and working in Southampton, supporting Mayflower Theatre’s pantomime felt like a natural fit for us. A trip to the panto is a cherished Christmas tradition and as we are focused on building beautiful family homes, we’re delighted to support an event that brings so much joy to the community. We can’t wait to meet Jack, hear the Giant’s fee-fi-fo-fum, and revel in the hard work and talent of the entire production team and cast.”

We currently constructing four new residential developments across Hampshire, including Heritage Place in Eastleigh, Norton Chase in Lovedean and Rivercross in Warsash, as well as the newly launched Heron’s Quarter, part of the wider Rivercross development.

Established in 2006, we have built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional developments across Hampshire, Dorset, and West Sussex. We are currently constructing 300 homes and have an impressive pipeline of over 2,500 new homes in the works.

Working alongside our parent company VIVID Homes, we have acquired a 1.7-Ha (4.2-acre) residential development site in the sought-after village of Whiteparish, south Wiltshire. The site was recently granted outline planning permission for 25 family homes.

We have appointed Bagshot-based architect Cooper Baillie to undertake the detailed design for the scheme, which will incorporate a range of executive homes, seven affordable dwellings, and three further plots to be sold as First Homes. Half of the site is designated for the creation of a play area, attenuation basin and nearly two acres of public parkland. A Reserved Matters planning application will be lodged with Wiltshire Council during 2025.

Located off A27 Romsey Road, the site is on the eastern edge of Whiteparish, which was crowned the ‘Best Kept Village in Wiltshire’ in 2022. The new homes will be constructed to an Energy Performance Certificate rating of a A, in line with Bargate Homes’ comprehensive Environmental Social and Governance strategy and sustainability commitments.

Steve Birch, Land and Planning Director at Bargate Homes, said: “It has been a decade since Bargate Homes last delivered new homes in Wiltshire. Acquiring such a special site in Whiteparish – which offers glorious countryside views and footpaths leading through to the New Forest – is very exciting.

“There is significant pent-up demand for energy-efficient family homes within this ‘Best Kept Village’ which benefits from a sustainable and accessible location between Salisbury and Romsey. We are looking forward to working up the detailed house designs which will complement and add to the appeal of the village, parts of which date back to the 12^th Century.”

We will be proposing a variety of home designs across the site that are reflective of the architectural styles that are prevalent in Whiteparish, which is classed as one of south Wiltshire’s larger villages. The quality of design, specification, detailing and material palate will be of the high standards which are synonymous with a Bargate Homes development.

Parking for each new home will be allocated on-plot, within parking bays or garages. The considered development layout will limit the prominence of cars within the streetscape, with visitor parking discretely provided on-street and in small groups. An extensive footpath network from the Romsey Road site takes walkers northwards to West Dean, or southwards to the forest trails and attractions of the New Forest.

Whiteparish benefits from a range of local amenities including a village store, florist, The King’s Head pub, the 12^thCentury All Saints Church, All Saints Primary School, a village recreation ground, Post Office and GP Surgery. The secondary school serving the village is the Trafalgar School in Downton.

A bus stop is conveniently located opposite the entrance to the development site, with regular services to nearby villages, and onwards to Salisbury and Romsey. Dean train station offers regional services and connections to London and Bristol. The A36 and M27 enable efficient travel by road. 

We have submitted detailed plans for a proposed new housing development in the scenic Hampshire suburb of Old Bedhampton to Havant Borough Council.

The reserved matters application sets out design details for 43 new homes adjacent to the historic conservation area on land west of Old Manor Farm and south of Lower Road, Bedhampton, which received outline planning permission in May 2023.

The proposed development is our second phase, following our hugely successful St Thomas’ Mead scheme, which lies adjacent and incorporates 50 energy-efficient homes.  

Our Managing Director, Mark White said: “Phase one of St Thomas’ Mead sold very quickly, with most homes reserved off-plan ahead of the construction programme. It is one of the most beautiful and desirable developments Bargate Homes has delivered, and we’ve made sure this next phase carries forward the same outstanding design principles.

“We’ve received positive feedback and comments from the Borough Council and we’re confident that these detailed plans build upon everything we promised in our outline application. With a target EPC rating of A, these much-needed energy-efficient homes will benefit the local community, with home choices for first-time buyers, growing families, and downsizers.

“This special location is set to provide an opportunity to secure a beautiful home in a picturesque part of Hampshire with great links to Portsmouth, Brighton and London.”

The proposed new community has an attractive mix of traditionally styled two-, three- and four-bedroom houses and chalet bungalows. 30% will be allocated for affordable housing with VIVID, our parent company.

The highly detailed architecture takes inspiration from the local context of Bedhampton and both reflects and enhances the variety of characterful homes in the local area, as well as the adjacent high-quality completed St Thomas’ Mead development. The plans include details of the predominantly mixed red brindle brickwork, traditional red and brown roof tiles, and striking black cladding facades to create variety across the collection of homes.

Enclosed by substantial green landscape buffers, the site will be enhanced by new tree planting, landscaping, and environmental benefits to deliver 30% biodiversity net gains, well beyond the required policy of 10%. Other assets include large areas of multi-functional green open space, a new play space easily accessible by residents of both Phase 1 and Phase 2, allotments and a community garden, and an attenuation basin.

Vehicular access to the site is to be provided from Lower Road, following the approved route through the adjacent St Thomas’ Mead development. Cycle and pedestrian links will also be provided through the earlier phase to encourage a healthy lifestyle, utilising a network of dedicated footways and shared space streets.

Many of the home designs feature garages, with parking generally provided on-plot. Additional allocated visitor parking is incorporated within the scheme design, and every home benefits from its own or shared EV charging point and PV solar panels.

Local amenities in Bedhampton include shops, sports facilities, a community hall, restaurants and bars. Several schools and pre-school facilities are within walking distance. The development is around a mile from Bedhampton train station and only a few minute’s drive from the A27 and A3, which leads to the coastline and the national motorway network.